Every Woman Should Know About Breast Pads Before They Become Mother

Women's have been praised for giving a life to a new individual and bringing happiness to the entire family. The journey from a young woman to a mother of a little baby is full of happiness, sacrifice, pain, emotional trauma and much more. What challenges and pain feel in motherhood is only known by mother and no one else can feel what shebhas gone through. To support mothers it is the prime duty of family also to take care of us and provide best facilities to her and baby post pregnancy also. Women's before 20 years have no access to any modern pregnancy facilities that new mothers have. During post pregnancy to take care and provide facilities it is also important to provide good facilities and health to mother because our body also goes through lots of hormonal changes. Breastfeeding  is important for a baby in the first six months . During breastfeeding  mother goes through many  problems like leakage of milk between feeding ,breast engorgement, nipple pain and much more. To give mothers some really in feeding process the breast bed comes in the picture.

What Do You Mean By Nursing Pads?

A nursing pad or breast pad  is a cloth  worn against the nipple and breast by the breastfeeding mother to absorb any milk that leaks between feedings. It is placed  between the bra and the breast. Change the pad when wetness is observed, it  will keep the nipple clean and dry.

Different Types Of Nursing Pads

Nursing pads  available in different shapes ,sizes and types. They can be contoured to the shape of one's breast or have tape to hold on the breast. Mainly the types of nursing pads are disposable, reusable, homemade, silicone and hydrogel.

• Disposable Nursing Pads

Disposable nursing pads are for only single use. Pads have a lining of plastic inside them to prevent leakage. They are considered  best for travel since they do not need to be washed and convenient also. Disposable pads retain moisture when worn for a long period and can cause nipple soreness. So it is advised to change them frequently. They are costly in the long run and not eco friendly also.

• Reusable Nursing Pads

 They are eco-friendly and cheap in the long run. These pads are washable both by hand or machine. However, it is important that one has bought multiple pads when the soiled ones are in laundry. However, some women complained that reusable nursing pads often shift.

• Homemade Nursing Pads

Nursing pads can also be made at home using disposable sanitary napkins or diapers. They are made from soft fabric, handkerchief or cotton material. Homemade nursing pads are cut out in a circular shape and a few layers should be stitched together to make them leak proof. Avoid using artificial material and use soft cotton fabrics so it is not irritable to skin.

• Silicone Nursing Pads

Silicone nursing pads are made from medical grade soft silicone. They are not absorbent, but put gentle pressure on the breast. They have a sticky surface that adheres directly to the breast. They can be easily worn with or without a bra and are quite thin.  Also be worn under sheer evening gowns and swimwear. However, s silicone nursing pads  has problem of irritability due to increased skin sensitivity around the breast area during postpartum and breastfeeding.

• Hydrogel

Hydrogel nursing pads are not used for preventing leakage, used to heal irritation and soreness around the nipple. These pads are  stored in a freezer and later used to provide relief to the breasts.

Manual To Use Breast Pad

Prepare your nipple

Ensure that the area around the nipple is bacteria free and dry because using breast pad. If your nipples are irritated, apply nipple cream before your breast pad.

Remove Adhesive Backing

Use clean hands to remove pads from their packaging, and carefully peel off the adhesive backing.

Position Nipple Centrally

To maximize the absorbency of breast pad and avoid leaks, center your nipple on the pad.

Place Adhesive Against Bra

Bring your bra up into place toward your breast and press the adhesive side of the pad into the bra part. When you position your bra fully , re-adjust the pad if it is not in the proper position.

Change When Wet

When your pad becomes moist from milk leakage, remove it  and discard or wash according to type of pad to avoid chance of infection or irritation. Change the bra with fresh one

Wet Nipple If Pad Gets Wet

If your breast pad becomes stuck to your nipple, gently apply a little moisture to it. Avoid pulling it becomes painful and uncomfortable.

Conclusion

The motherhood is not similar as it was 20 years back because now most of the women's are working and with their managing both the courier and their home efficiently. Many  companies are making now baby and mother friendly products to give some really in the daily life. Many companies and parents take care of mothers during their pregnancy player but post pregnancy problems are not discussed or acknowledged in our Indian society. During post pregnancy many women experience breastfeeding and are dealing with that but many problems also coming that like leakage of milk, pain ,pumping out large amount milk at one time by working women's. In this whole article we have cover concept of nursing pads and their different types and there used according to the problem for lactating  mothers.

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