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If you had gone through a vaginal birth, you may need something to soothe and heal your lady parts. Postpartum padsicles are great for relieving any aches and pains you may have “‘down there.”
They also can promote faster healing because of the witch hazel, aloe vera, and other essential oils that help with the healing process. Because they are frozen or iced, it will also help control postpartum bleeding and trust me that cooling sensation is exactly what your achy lady business needs.
What’s even better is that you don’t need to buy them in the store since you can make your own DIY padsicles.
Here’s what you need to know about postpartum padsicles and how to make your own:
What are padsicles?
A padsicle is basically an ice pack and a feminine pad mixed together to provide relief for a mom’s sore vaginal area postpartum.
The cold pad helps to soothe any irritations and pains you may have. Even if you have had an easy or short birth, you may still have some perineal swelling or sensitivty that comes with giving birth.
Some level of discomfort is normal for all postpartum mothers to experience. This is when padsicles can come in handy!
Postpartum Padsicle Ingredients
Maxi Pads
- Always Maxi pads with 3X Protection System (compared to the previous Always Maxi)
- RapidDRY wicks gushes in seconds
- LeakGUARD core locks in leaks for Regular-lasting protection
- SecurelyFITS helps the pad stay in place
- For up to 100% leak-free comfort
Related: The Best Postpartum Pads For New Moms
Witch hazel
- Soft rose fragrance, Soothing Rose Toner made with rose-petal water and proprietary Witch Hazel extract
- Un-distilled witch hazel cleanses and moisturizes, Certified organic aloe vera
- Free of alcohol, parabens and propylene glycol
- Packaging may vary
When buying witch hazel look for one that doesn’t have any alcohol in its ingredients, like this one, to avoid further irritation. It would also be better if they are free of parabens and fragrances.
Aloe Vera Gel
- UNLIKE DRUGSTORE BRANDS THAT ARE LOADED with harsh thickeners, undesirable compounds and little aloe, ours is 99.75% organic, from cold-pressed, superior filtered aloe!
DIY MIXING WITH OTHER INGREDIENTS? USE A BLENDER FOR smoothest consistency! - EXPERIENCE THE HIGHEST POTENCY OF essential vitamins, minerals, proteins and enzymes!
- NATURALLY PROTECTIVE AGAINST unwanted environmental agents! Fluid, silky consistency means more aloe for you! Feels amazing on the skin and hair and NEVER STICKY!
- 33% MORE THAN the small 8 oz bottles pictured to look big. Don't be fooled--size matters!
- 26+% LESS COST COMPARED to other 'top' sellers with ZERO compromise in quality. Our NTRSNS Brand promise is to bring you the very best!
Lavender essential oil
- ALL-AROUND FANTASTIC ESSENTIAL OIL: Lavender oil is ultra-versatile and loaded with benefits. That's probably why it's one the most popular and widely used essential oils. Diffuse a few drops at night to create a warm, calm atmosphere that is perfect for sleeping and relaxation.
- 100% PURE LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA: Dilute 2-5% of Lavender in a carrier oil of your choice. It can help with skin issues like fine lines, wrinkles, and chapped lips. Create a natural hair tonic using Pure Lavender to stimulate hair growth and battle itchy dandruff.
- BATCH SPECIFIC GC-MS REPORTS ON EVERY OIL: Every bottle of oil from Plant Therapy goes through multiple rounds of testing including organoleptic testing and multiple rounds of GC-MS testing by several third-party laboratories.
- HIGH-QUALITY AFFORDABLE ESSENTIAL OILS: At Plant Therapy our goal is to positively impact the lives of as many people as we possibly can, by selling such a high quality product at an affordable price. Be confident knowing you are purchasing quality oils at direct-to-consumer prices.
- CERTIFIED AROMATHERAPISTS ON STAFF: Our customers are our #1 priority and we’d love for you to join the Plant Therapy Family. Our Certified Aromatherapists are happy to help you with all of your Essential Oil questions. We want you to be confident and satisfied with your purchase. We are currently updating our packaging, so you may receive either of the labels pictured in the images.
Spray bottle
- Tolco Empty Spray Bottle 8 oz. Frosted Assorted Colors
- Country Of Origin: China
- Item Package Dimension: 7.11cm L x 16.51cm W x 18.03cm H
- Item Package Weight: 5.6 oz
Plastic freezer bags
- GALLON SIZE FREEZER BAGS—This pack includes 96 gallon size Hefty Slider Freezer Bags
- PROTECTS AGAINST FREEZER BURN—The thicker plastic on these gallon size slider bags keeps your food fresh and safe from freezer burn
- CLICKS CLOSED SO YOU KNOW IT’S CLOSED—Patented MaxLock Track ensures your food is being kept fresh; just listen for the click of the extra-strong seal on these gallon bags
- SUPER EASY TO USE—Our unique design makes it easy to open and close these BPA-free gallon storage bags with one simple sliding motion
- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE—We want you to be happy with your purchase! If you have any issues with our Hefty freezer bags, contact us via the hotline number on the back of the package so we can help
Related: Must-Haves For An Easier Postpartum Recovery
How to make postpartum padsicles
1. Make sure your hands are clean before handling the pads and as much as possible, try not to touch the actual pad.This is to prevent any kind of dirt or bacteria from getting on the pad and also lessen the risk of infection especially since you are placing this pad on your sensitive area.
2. Open the pad but don’t remove the wrapper completely.
3. Put aloe vera gel along the whole length of the pad using a tablespoon and spread generously.
4. Using the spray bottle, spray the pad with the witch hazel right in the center.
5. Add a few drops of lavender oil or any other essential oils you prefer that is soothing and will promote healing (optional).
6. Fold the pad back up to close/seal it.
7. Put the pad in the plastic freezer bag. You can place more than one pad, depending on how much space is available in order to maximize the bag.
8. Place the storage bag in the freezer.
9. Take the pads out of the freezer and use as needed to provide relief and soothe your lady business.
10.Let the pad thaw around two to three minutes before using.
Related: What Is A Postpartum Sitz Bath & Why You Need One
How to use postpartum padsicles
1. Before putting on the padsicle, clean yourself with warm water from a peri bottle and gently dab dry with a clean tissue/toilet paper.
2. Spray vaginal area with Dermoplast, which is extra cooling and moisturizing (optional).
3. Place your postpartum padsicle directly on your underwear, or on top of a clean oversized pad. This extra pad is beneficial since it will help catch any melted liquid from the padsicle or any bleeding.
4. Change your postpartum padsicle as often as you need. During the first few days you may change it as often as hourly but as you heal you won’t need to change them as often.
Postpartum padsicles are easy to make and you can also readily find the ingredients. You can make as many as you want but I recommend to have at least 20-30 ready before you deliver.
By using padsicles, you can make your postpartum experience a little better and speed up the recovery process.
Have you tried using postpartum padsicles and have they worked for you?
