Pads to use Postpartum?

JCragg

So I have no idea what brand would have a heavy flow pad with no mesh (in case of stitches) - anyone?

LucyGoosey81

I got Target Brand biggest absorbency and it did just fine.  No mesh.

truckngrl

When I had my daughter I made sure to get some extras form the hospital before being discharged.  I would just put a one away every time I used one.  This gives you a day or two worth before you need to use your own.  I found that Always Maxi Overnights with wings worked great!!  I had tons of stitches (4th degree tear) and never had any problems with them catching (or at least not that I noticed).  Hope this helps!

RileyGrace

I picked up a bunch of Always Infinity (not regular Always) and Stayfree Overnights.

Phillychickadee

All of the overnight pads were pretty bulky and either caught on my stitches or just rubbed sore spots.

I used the non-overnight heavy flow with wings and they were much more comfortable for me. 

orchid2007

I bought a pack of Target (Up & Up Brand) Super Overnight Maxis. They look promising and they dont have mesh over them, it is more of a cottony overlay.

In past experience I have never noticed mash on Kotex pads either.

CutieBean79

I was told whatever brand is usually your favorite, in their highest absorbency - with wings if available.  I love Always because they aren't as bulky, so I'll pick them up.  I can always send DH to the store if I want to try something else. 

DH loves buying me pads.  Oh, and Colace, Prep H, Benefiber, etc.  Totally kidding.

PurpleK26

Never heard of the no mesh thingy, and I had lots of stitches!

I got some always thins, extra longs, wings. Worked great. There are also some (not sure of brand though) that are like a foam in the absorbancy part. Those worked well too.

I have to say, after I left the hospital, I only needed a big fat pad for a day or two, then the bleeding lessened alot.  

kg_08

Always Infinity.

I bought a pack of those pads the size of a matress, and not only were they super uncomfortable, but I didn't bleed enough to justify needing to use them after 3 days.

AmyMcD1

kdodge423:

truckngrl:

I found that Always Maxi Overnights with wings worked great!!  I had tons of stitches (4th degree tear) and never had any problems with them catching (or at least not that I noticed).  Hope this helps!

I hate Always because even with periods, the top layer stuck and pulled like crazy.

Stayfree has always been my brand of choice, and will remain so.

 

Ditto, not a fan of Always.

I use Kotex overnights with wings. It has more of a cotton feel instead of plastic, like I felt with Always. Helps things breathe a little!