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Postpartum Hot+Cold Packs (2pk)

$24.95

Experience soothing comfort and quick relief with our Instant Relief Postpartum Hot + Cold Packs, designed to support you through the magical stages of childbirth. Whether you're preparing for labour or recovering postpartum, our versatile packs have your back, providing targeted relief with both hot and cold therapy options.

Benefits & Features:

Dual-Function Therapy: Use hot during stage two of labour to help minimise the risk of perineal trauma, or cold post-birth to soothe and alleviate common postpartum aches. 
Instant Relief: Provides immediate comfort to help ease pain, reduce swelling, and support recovery.
Hygienic & Convenient: Comes with 6 disposable hygienic covers to keep the packs clean and ready for next use. 
Easy Maintenance: Simple to clean and maintain for repeated use, ensuring you have lasting comfort at your fingertips.
Colour Changing Gel: Innovative gel composition changes colour to indicate temperature, making it easy to know when the pack is at the right temperature for effective relief (packs will turn white when hot, and purple when cold).

Embrace the support you need with our Instant Relief Postpartum Hot + Cold Packs — your essential companion for a more comfortable and smoother birthing journey.

Why should I pack it in my hospital bag?
Hot and cold perineal pack address different needs during and after childbirth. During stage two of labour, hot compress reduces the tension of the perineal area, making everything a bit more stretchy and comfy (no one wants to worry about tearing!).
Then, once your little one arrives, switch to the cold compress. It is especially effective in the first 24-72 hours after delivery for relieving pain and reducing swelling, which aids in the recovery of common postpartum issues (such as tears, episiotomy and stitches), making your recovery feel a whole lot smoother.

How to use the postpartum hot pack?
Heat promotes muscle relaxation, eases tension in the pelvic floor muscles and surrounding areas, while also improving blood circulation to the uterus and pelvic area. This dual effect can aid in managing labour pains and enhance uterine contractions, potentially promoting labour progression.
Gently place pack with disposable cover on the perineum as baby's head stretches the perineal tissues. Prevent direct contact with the skin.

How to use the postpartum cold pack?
Cold compresses provide pain relief and reduce swelling in the perineal area, aiding in the recovery of common postpartum issues, such as tears, episiotomy, or haemorrhoids. It helps to decrease inflammation and promotes healing of wounds and stitches. Additionally, the numbing effect of cold can alleviate immediate postpartum discomfort and provide soothing relief.
Gently place pack with disposable cover on the perineum where you are experiencing discomfort. Prevent direct contact with the skin. If using together with a maternity pad, place the pad underneath.

To take some stress out of the process, we offer free returns & exchanges on all our bras! This way, you can try out any size, style or colour to find what works best for you. Visit our returns and exchanges page to begin the process.

Just ensure all original tags are left on and they're in their original condition. Bras that have obviously been worn for an extended period of time, washed or purposely damaged can be not exchanged or returned. 

If you need to return or exchange simply send it back to us in the same package you received it in, with the below address attached. Ensure your order form has been completed and placed back in with your items. 

Tip: You can post your items back from a post box, however we recommend taking your returns & exchanges to a post office to receive a tracking number.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I heat the perineal heat pack?

For heat therapy, place flat pack in the microwave and heat it for up to 16 seconds*. Test temperature before applying.

*Heating time will depend on the power level ranging of the microwave. Please refer to the instructions manual for details.

How do I cool the perineal ice pack?

For cold therapy, place flat pack in the freezer for 2 hours prior to use.

Are the disposable covers necessary?

While the hot + cold postpartum packs are washable, the disposable covers provide an additional layer of hygiene and convenience, while preventing direct contact with the skin to avoid the risk of irritation, burns or frostbite.

Can I reuse the perineal packs?

Yes, the perineal packs are designed for multiple use. Simply follow the instructions and reuse as needed with fresh disposable covers.

How should I clean the postpartum hot + cold packs?

The packs can easily be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use the provided disposable covers to maintain hygiene.

For more recommendations on how to effectively clean and sanitise your New Beginnings products, explore our full range of cleaning and sterilisation products here.