Using pads for after birth can be
daunting for some. Which pads work best after birth? Here is a great
solution for all of the women out there who are wanting to know what
are the best pads for after birth.
I know that I have written about
postpartum pads before....but now that the newest addition of our
family has arrived (Claire Belle), I have had the opportunity to test
out the best pads for after birth. Made with soft and absorbent
bamboo fleece, incredibly absorbent Zorb and waterproof PUL, the
Mamma Can Do It postpartum pad design is as soft and gentle as it is
absorbent. It wicks moisture away from mama's skin and even keeps the
gushes in check.
The first 24 hours after birth is the
heaviest flow. A heavy duty pad and shell for after birth is
required. The best pad for after birth has a waterproof shell that
the wearer can put a cloth or disposable pad inside. The shell has
gussets that keep gushes in place so there are no leaks and no
stains. If the wearer prefers disposable pads, it is simple to remove and
stick into the shell. The cloth option has a snap that snaps into
place into the shell. What's even better is the 'ice pocket' that is
built into the shell. Painful tears and stitches are no match to this
pad system.
Once the gushes subside, there will be
a few weeks of heavy bleeding. A heavy, yet manageable all in one pad for after birth is required. The best pad for after birth has a waterproof outer
layer, soft bamboo fleece and absorbent zorb fabric. It is the
perfect shape to fit any panty and even has 3 size options for wings
to snap into place. The pad for after birth is extremely comfortable
as well as manageable for a busy lifestyle. When postpartum bleeding
is done, simply use these pads for excessive bleeding or overnight
pads.
My personal experience - December 2012:
I designed these pads, yet I still
started out with disposables when my latest daughter was born. My
midwife had disposable pads and Depends ready for me promptly after
birth. I wasn't going to argue. When I did change into my
postpartum pad system, I was pleasantly amazed at the difference! They fit better since I
used my own underwear. They absorbed faster and kept me feeling dry
better. The best part about the cloth pad after birth was the
comfort. Oh my...these postpartum pads for after birth are so comfortable. Softness
on the skin after such a traumatic time is worth every second to make
them. I will be sharing my experience with my midwife so that she can
hopefully help others have a more comfortable experience as well.
My only concern with using these was the
washing. My solution: I have decided to keep a small tote under my sink with
water and vinegar to put the pads for after birth into. Although I prefer to wash my pads & diapers
every other day, by keeping them in water and vinegar will prolong the washing to
a week. This way I won't have to depend on other people to wash them
for me.
Overall, the pads for after birth pattern rocks! Try it out - you'll wish you had!