Best products for postpartum bleeding
So you’ve just given birth. The emotions are flying, and your body is undergoing all kinds of changes. And to top it all off, you’re bleeding.
After a quick Google search, you've realised there are so many choices when it comes to postpartum bleeding products. So how do you know which one is the best? In this blog post, we'll help you figure out which product is right for you so that you can tick that off your list and enjoy precious time with your newborn.
What is postpartum bleeding
Our bodies are amazing. They grow life. They nourish and support that life. And the postpartum period (sometimes called the fourth trimester) is no different.
The postpartum period or also known as lochia, is the bleeding that occurs after childbirth. It can last for a few days to a few months but usually lasts around 6 weeks. The amount of time that passes postpartum varies widely from woman to woman and is based on whether or not you have an uncomplicated birth and how quickly you recover after your baby is born.
In general, mild postpartum bleeding can last a few days to a week or two. Moderate bleeding can last two to three weeks. Severe bleeding can last between three and six weeks. But remember: Everyone is different.
Why does this bleeding happen?
By the time you give birth, you have been pregnant for at least 9 months, and your body has seen some major changes. The most common form of postpartum bleeding happens in the first 3 to 6 weeks after delivery. During this time, you may experience vaginal bleeding, which may be heavier than your regular period.
This is because the uterine muscle has been stretched during pregnancy and delivery, and it will continue to contract back to its original size. This contracting and relaxing of the muscle may cause the uterus to bleed and contract like it would during a period. This is why you may experience bleeding or spotting throughout the first few weeks after delivery.
Post-cesarean bleeding
It is likely that you will have less lochia shortly after having a cesarean section (C-section) compared to what you would have after having a vaginal delivery. Still, you may see some blood for the next couple of weeks, so be prepared. Just as you would see after a vaginal delivery, the blood would change from red to brown to yellow to clear.
Choosing period pants for postpartum bleeding
If you’re tired of wearing extra padded pads and constantly worrying about leaking through, then period pants are a great alternative to use for bleeding after giving birth. However, you need to be careful before purchasing.
Most mainstream period pants contain toxins that would leach into the bloodstream, which would be detrimental to a new mother and especially to an infant who is breastfed. There’s also a concern that some of the toxins might be transferred to breast milk if we’re wearing period pants against our skin for a long time.
Therefore, if you are considering wearing period pants, please do your research! &SISTERS period pants are designed to be worn immediately after giving birth, which makes them so awesome. They are organic cotton, not silicon. They are reusable and washable. But the most important function they serve is that they keep you feeling fresh and comfortable after giving birth.
Why period pants are great for postpartum bleeding?
Our postpartum pants are a wonderful solution for postpartum bleeding. Here are some of the benefits.
- Period pants are a great way to manage postpartum bleeding. They are absorbent and can hold a lot of blood.
- They can also be worn for a long time without leaking. (Up to 10 hours)
- Period pants are comfortable and easy to use. You can wear them like regular underwear.
- Period pants can be washed and reused.
- Unlike maternity pads that you’ll only use once, period pants can be used for postpartum bleeding and for when you’re back on your regular periods. So you’re not wasting money on something you’ll only use during this time.
Top tip: Go a size up on our period pants for extra comfort and room.
The truth is that organic postpartum care is not only a healthier solution but also a more cost-effective one. It's better to have comfortable organic pants than to have painful disposable pads that are full of chemicals and leave stains on your underwear.
So now that you know the best product for postpartum bleeding, you have one less thing to worry about. It's time to rest, recover and enjoy time with your newborn.
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