An instant cooling Padsicle or perineum cooling pad is an instant version of a frozen sanitary pad that is intended to ease the discomfort at the perineum post-delivery. These pads provide cold relief and reduce inflammation, pain and swelling of the birthing parts while collecting vaginal discharge. You spend so many months preparing for your little one's arrival that postpartum items you'll need, like pads, are often forgotten. For many days, even weeks, immediately following delivery, you'll want to have high-absorbency pads on hand. After not having a menstrual cycle for several months, postpartum bleeding will likely feel like the longest (and heaviest) period of your life.

Grace Pan, BabyCenter Product Designer also wore Always Discreet Maximum Protection Underwear for about three weeks after giving birth. "They were absorbent and didn’t leak overnight," she says. Ideal for women who want absorbent underwear instead of a pad, Always Discreet Maximum Protection Underwear looks like regular undies instead of a medical device. The super-absorbent core pulls moisture in and helps keep the cloth next to your skin dry. Moms appreciate that Always Discreet underwear comes in more sizes than other brands of adult diapers, so they fit many different bodies. You'll want a postpartum pad that is longer than a traditional menstrual pad; at least for the first 3 weeks.These padsicles act like an absorbent pad and should still absorb your postpartum bleeding. Wear these with the disposable mesh underwear or an adult diaper if your flow is extra heavy or you want a little extra support. Childbirth is fun, right? What You Use to Make Padsicles? Perineal pain: During labor, your perineum will have to stretch considerably to allow your baby to pass through the birth canal and into the world. The stretching can cause tearing or require stitches — both of which could be painful for weeks afterward (1).

Afterwards, if you want a most cost effective option Rael has extra long incontinence and menstrual pads that make great options. We prefer the incontinence onces postpartum though as they are wingless and a bit more absorbent. The healing power of cool temperatures is pretty magical. However, before cooling gel existed, you had no choice but to deal with the messiness of ice. We scoured BabyCenter's Community to find a consensus on the best postpartum pads. All of the postpartum pads on this list received high marks for:Absolutely! Bubba Bump padsicles can help alleviate tenderness and irritation around the stitches by providing soothing cold therapy. Place the padsicle (pad side down) over the incision for a couple of weeks to help with the healing process. Our pads can also help support your perineum during childbirth whether you’re birthing vaginally or with a C-section. Your Caesarean incision will be tender for a few weeks and our padsicles can help to relieve scar tenderness! Just pop the padsicles over your C-section (pad side down) incision dressing a few times a day for a couple of weeks to a couple of months to facilitate healing. This helps if you are having pain over the incision, irritation that comes on by the day's end, or swelling. A great time to pop the padsicles on is while you are feeding bub to feel the relief! It's no secret the vagina is already a sensitive area, especially to soaps or fragrances, as they can disrupt your body's natural balance. This is why it's best to find postpartum bleeding products that are fragrance-free, especially after birth. Once you've delivered your baby, your body is extra sensitive, and products with heavy scents may cause irritation.

This padsicles recipe includes simple items you can find at drug stores. Make this handy postpartum tool with these healing ingredients: Witch hazel—Contains anti-inflammatory properties, witch hazel helps relieve inflammation, reduces skin irritation, and can help treat hemorrhoids. (Yep, you might get those too.) Bringing a new baby into the world is messy business and the postpartum aftermath and recovery is no joke. It’s important that we take care of ourselves, especially our lady regions, after a vaginal delivery.Remember, our padsicles are your best friend if you are experiencing pain, irritation or swelling over the incision! The number of padsicles you need depends on the speed of your recovery and how you feel every day. As a new mum, you can expect to have bleeding and discomfort for up to 6 weeks. It is ideal to use our Perineum Cooling Pads for up to 45 days after giving birth. Reusable postpartum pads are more sustainable but will add one more thing to your to-do list since you’ll need to wash them; and it's a little different than washing reusable menstrual products! Padsicle recipes are easy and fast to recreate. You’re going to need a clean surface, wax paper, pads, unscented 100% pure aloe vera gel, alcohol-free witch hazel, and 100% pure lavender essential oil (optional). Be sure to wash your hands first before you begin creating padsicles. While undeniably on the pricier side, these are fantastic organic all-rounders with lots of nice touches. Because these pads contain a highly absorbent core, comfort and dryness should be a given, post-birth. The pads are made from 100% organic cotton and feature a soft breathable lining made from corn starch. As well as being sustainable, these natural materials will help to promote healing and prevent infection during postpartum recovery.