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Best BudgetPostpartum Recovery Gear
Tucks Medicated Cooling Pads
The little witch-hazel pads L&D nurses swear by for calming swollen, aching perineal tissue and postpartum hemorrhoids.
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NewMom Index
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Price range $$$
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The verdict
These are a labor-and-delivery-ward staple for a reason: soft pads pre-soaked in 50% witch hazel that cool and soothe irritated tissue and postpartum hemorrhoids for pennies apiece. Layer a few directly on your pad or over your recovery undies for continuous relief. They're a hemorrhoidal treatment, so read the label and check with your provider if you had a significant tear or are unsure. Don't expect them to do the heavy lifting on pain; they're a comfort layer, not a painkiller.
What we love
- ✓Witch hazel genuinely soothes swelling and hemorrhoids
- ✓A jar of 100 costs almost nothing
- ✓Layers easily onto a pad or recovery underwear
- ✓Widely stocked, easy to restock in a pinch
Keep in mind
- –Cooling effect is mild and short-lived
- –Pads dry out if the lid isn't sealed tightly
Is the Tucks Medicated Cooling Pads right for you?
Budget-minded parents wanting nurse-approved relief for perineal swelling and hemorrhoids.