Navigating postpartum recovery can be challenging and finding the right products can make a significant difference. We handpicked these nine essential items for (y)our box because they each spoke to crucial areas such as accessibility, affordability, eco-friendliness, and versatility. Here’s the real deal of why we chose each product:

Natracare Maternity Pads

Eco-friendly: Made from natural materials, reducing waste. Non-toxic, better for you and the planet.

Ethos: Natracare is committed to sustainable practices.

Slim and Long: Comfortable and efficient for postpartum bleeding.

Fits in the Box: Let’s be realistic, it was also convenient for shipping.

Frida Disposable Underwear

Quality: Frida is one of the best brands on the market for all things mum & baby. They just get it. The undies are a breathable fabric for comfort.

Size Range: The stretchiness means one size fits many, yay!

Multi-use: This can also be used beyond the fourth trimester, like when your period returns.

Long-lasting: Disposable but not single-use.

Frida Ice Packs

Versatile: Useful for recovery from a vaginal birth or c-section, haemorrhoids, or can be used as a regular ice pack or pad.

Less Waste: Because of its usefulness we know it won’t go to waste.

Culo Clean Portable Bidet

Compact: It’s small and easy to fit in your hospital bag, plus doesn’t take up space if don’t end up needing it for postpartum care.

Versatile: Compatible with almost any plastic bottle, can be used beyond the fourth trimester, like travel or hiking.

Eco-friendly: Reduces the need for disposable wipes.

Lasinoh Reusable Breast Pads

Sustainable: Less waste and includes a wash bag for easy cleaning.

Comfortable and Thin: Discreet under clothing.

Space-saving: Doesn’t take up much room if you no longer need them.

Bepanthen Ointment

Multi-use: Great for sore nipples, can also be used for nappy rash, and general skin healing if you don’t breastfeed.

Healing Properties: Contains Vitamin B5 to promote skin recovery.

Versatile: Useful for the whole family’s skin care needs.

Bio-Oil

Highly Accessible: Widely available and well-known for skin healing.

High-quality: Effective for reducing scars and improving skin appearance.

Multi-purpose: Useful for massaging c-section scars, and moisturising postpartum dry skin (jep, that happens, too). Can be used beyond the postpartum period.

Spritz for Bits

Quality and Highly Rated: Loved by many for postpartum recovery. My Expert Midwife is another brand that ticks all the boxes for mum & baby needs.

Multi-purpose: It’s suitable for all types of birth recovery. Can also be used beyond postpartum care against vaginal discomfort or haemorrhoids.

Convenient: Easy to use and highly effective.

Natural: The ingredients include essential oils with natural healing properties.

Anusol Wipes

Essential: A postpartum recovery must-have. It’s clinically tested and contains natural ingredients for effective relief.

Highly Accessible: The brand for haemorrhoid care and is available in nearly every care aisle. Plus, easy to keep nearby!

Flushable: Eco-friendly and convenient disposal.

By choosing these top-rated products, a smoother and more comfortable recovery is possible. It was essential to us that each product would be easy to find and affordable if someone wanted to purchase any product again. Additionally, we prioritised items that have uses beyond postpartum recovery to help limit waste.