First Days Maternity: Hydrogel Breast Pads

Breastfeeding can be painful and cause sore and cracked nipples. Hydrogel pads support healing and offer instant, soothing relief if you’re suffering. They can also protect your nipples from clothing rubbing against them and support the healing process if your skin is damaged.

Hydrogel pads can be placed on sore nipples to offer instant breastfeeding pain relief, as well as creating ideal conditions for healing. You can even keep them in the fridge for cooling comfort.

A must have for breast-feeding mums !

Hydrogel Breast Pads

10 pads included

Water, Glycerin, Octadecane, Sodium polyacrylate, Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, Tartaric acid, p-Hydroxyacetophenone, Aluminium glycolate, EDTA, Titanium dioxide.

Instructions:

• Wash your hands

• Tear foil pouch and remove the breast pads

• Remove backing and place the sticky hydrogel side to nipple

• Before feeding, remove and place on clean surface

• Reapply, dispose of a maximum of 24 hours after opening.

Note: If you find the pad difficult to remove, use a little water to reduce the stickiness.

Warning:

Do not clean your Hydrogel Breast Pads with soap or detergent. Store them in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children. Do not use if the pouch is opened or damaged. It is not recommended to use if the nipple is visibly cracked, scabbed or bleeding. 

Experience:

Breastfeeding shouldn’t be painful and is a special time for you and your baby. Unfortunately, most mums will develop some soreness whilst learning to perfect baby’s latch.

Your midwife, health visitor or breastfeeding specialist will be able to help you with the positioning to ensure the baby is feeding effectively and you are comfortable. Please ask for help if you need to, a little help from an expert could be a really positive step on your breastfeeding journey.

Other causes:

There are other causes for sore nipples, including (but not limited to) baby’s tongue tie, mastitis and thrush. If you have thrush, contact a health professional – do not use your Hydrogel Breast Pads yet, as they could make it worse. Some signs of thrush can include: burning, a stabbing feeling inside the breast, red or cracked nipples.

Note:

• The pads are not absorbent so you will need to use regular breast pads as well to absorb leaking milk. You can store the Hydrogel Breast Pads in the fridge for extra cooling effect.

• The pads are non toxic and are safe to use on even the most sensitive skin.

• Can also be used for other minor wounds and small burns.

• Hydrogel Breast Pads should not be used as a substitute for addressing any underlying issues with breastfeeding. (such as poor latch or positioning). If you are experiencing persistent nipple pain or discomfort, it’s important to seek guidance from a healthcare professional or lactation consultant.