Mama Comfort Pad Instructions

Instructions for Using Mama Comfort Pads

Our herbal-infused perineal pads are designed to deliver soothing, cooling comfort to sensitive areas after birth and alongside your postpartum care plan. Each pad is enriched with natural herbs and oils traditionally used to: 

  • Soothe Discomfort
  • Help you feel clean and refreshed 
  • Provide a cooling sensation to the perineal area 
  • Support your overall postpartum comfort

Sections:

- Hospital Birth

- At-home Birth

- Extended Care

How to Use Mama Comfort Pads After a Hospital Birth

Step 1: Pack for the hospital 

Bring your Mama Comfort Pads with you and ask to store them in the hospital’s common freezer.

Step 2: Use After Delivery

Once your baby and placenta are delivered and you’re advised to use a regular menstrual or hygienic pad, ask a support person to retrieve a frozen Mama Comfort Pad.

Allow it to thaw for about 15 minutes before separating the pads. 

  • Gently place the pad on your perineal area (and over the anus if desired).
  • Use an absorbent mat or menstrual pad underneath to catch excess fluid.

Step 3: Continue Comfort Support

When your nurse checks your pad or every few hours, switch to a fresh frozen (lightly thawed) pad for continued cooling comfort.

  • Use 3 to 5 frozen pads during the early recovery window. 
  • Afterward, you may use the pads cool (refrigerated) for continued soothing.

How to Use Mama Comfort Pads After an At-Home Birth

Step 1: Prepare Ahead of Time

Make sure your Mama Comfort Pads are in the freezer and accessible for when the baby delivers. 

Step 2: Apply After Birth

Once your baby and placenta are delivered, ask someone to retrieve a frozen Mama Comfort Pad.

Allow it to thaw for about 15 minutes before separating the pads.

  • Cleanse your perineal area gently with warm water or a peri-bottle, and pat dry. 
  • Apply the Mama Comfort Pad to your perineal area. 
  • Use an absorbent mat or menstrual pad underneath to catch excess fluid.

Step 3: Continue Comfort Support

Replace pads every 2-3 hours during the first 24-48 hours.

  • For ongoing relief, switch to cool (not frozen) pads after the initial uses.

For extended care

Should you have received an episiotomy, a perineal tear, or acquired a hemorrhoid, you can extend the use of your Mama Comfort pads by cutting the last one in 5 equal parts. Apply it directly to the affected area at bedtime for 5 nights. 

*For external use only. Not intended to treat or prevent any medical condition. If you have concerns about your postpartum recovery, consult your healthcare provider.

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