Nursing Pads: Disposable Or Washable?

Do you know if you will need the nursing pads once you have your baby? Stick around to find out which type suits you best based on your needs.

Breastfeeding discs are one of the most demanded accessories by recent moms, since between feeding and feeding the mother’s breast may have small milk leaks that will stain both the underwear and the outerwear.

You can’t tell if it’s something you’re going to need. You may not need them, but this does not mean having less milk; you may have to use several a day because you have a constant drip; maybe laos you prefer reusable or maybe disposable.

Regardless of what your needs and preferences are, below, we will go over everything you need to know about absorbent pads.

What are absorbent pads?

Breastfeeding discs are small discs that are placed between the breast and the bra with the function of absorbing the dripping of milk that secretes the breast, avoiding irritation of the nipple and preventing staining of clothes. This happens especially during the first weeks of the lactation period, when the amount of milk that the breast has to produce is not yet regulated.

At present, in the market you will find countless brands, both disposable discs and washable or reusable discs.

Disposable nursing pads

Disposable nursing pads are made of synthetic cellulose or polypropylene fibers and, as the name suggests, are suitable for single use only. They are ideal for the first weeks, as they have a very good absorption capacity.

Some brands of this type of disc have an adhesive part to stick them on the fabric of the bra and thus offer greater support and security.

Washable nursing pads

As for the washable discs, we can find them made of different materials:

• Fabric : they are the most basic and are made simply with fabric, so they are easily soaked and you can feel the moisture throughout the nipple and areola.
• Cotton : they are the most used and have several layers. The one closest to the skin is soft and breathable, very pleasant to the touch. The middle layer has several absorption cores and the outer layer is waterproof to prevent it from staining your underwear.
• Ecological : such as bamboo. They offer great softness for the skin of the nipple that, sometimes, can be irritated. They also have several layers, such as the microfiber, which would be responsible for absorption, and the outer, which is waterproof to guarantee milk leakage.

Keep in mind that reusable discs do not have the same absorption capacity as disposable ones. The great advantage of these discs is that they are washable and can be reused, making it the most economical option. It is also a product that respects the environment, as it does not generate waste.

What brands are the most recommended?

Currently there are many brands that market these products and many others for breastfeeding. Of the favorites among mothers we can highlight the following:

1. Medela : they are a favorite for their great absorption capacity. They contain a soft natural fiber lining that helps to immediately absorb moisture and is very comfortable on sensitive skin.
2. Chicco : moms value discs positively in terms of absorption, perspiration and the sensation of dry skin.
3. Avent : the honeycomb texture of these discs is very pleasant to the touch ; They are breathable and have an ultra-absorbent, ultra-thin, leak-proof core.
4. MAM : these discs are characterized by being extra-thin, discreet, soft and breathable. Mothers who decide on this brand also talk about the great absorption capacity they have.
5. Suavinex : these discs are made with cellulose from sustainable forests. They have a non woven fabric (‘ non-woven fabric’) incorporated in the inner part of the disc, dermatologically tested, which cares for the delicate skin of the breast. They incorporate an adhesive band for greater fixation to the bra.

In addition, in any supermarket we can find white label absorbent pads that can also work very well. In the end, it’s like everything. It depends a lot on how the mother loses milk to need discs with greater absorption or if they can do well for less absorption ones.

We hope we have been able to solve your doubts to decide, from the information, which are the breastfeeding pads that best suit you and your needs.