#breastpads

Hey new mommies! We hope you are enjoying motherhood and the journey of breastfeeding. But, just like all other mommas, have you also been in a situation where you are just going about your regular day, and you suddenly feed a tingle in your breasts, and then there are those milk spots on your t-shirt, top or kurta? This is natural and very common for all new moms, and the smudged milk over your clothes is nothing to feel embarrassed or awkward about. But this can become tricky if you are out and do not have a spare change of clothes. Is there a solution to this? Yes, the answer is Nursing pads or breast pads! This article by Superbottoms, India’s No. 1 brand for new mom and baby accessories needs, will help you understand the difference between reusable breast pads and disposable breast pads. We will also explore why washable breast pads are a better choice than disposable ones. 

Reusable Breastfeeding Pads Vs Disposable Breast Pads

Softness and comfort – Nothing can match the softness and comfort of cloth; we all know that! Disposable pads have an inner tissue lining, and the cotton stuffed inside contains chemicals that increase the absorbance of the pads, thus making them super uncomfortable to use. Reusable cloth breast pads for nursing, on the other hand, are softer and more comfortable to use. 

Environment Friendly – By the whole nature of the product, anything reusable is more environmentally friendly than single-use and disposable. For example, disposable breast pads end up in landfills and take hundreds of years to decompose. In comparison, reusable breast pads can be used for years and are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. 

Budget Friendly – You need to invest in washable breast pads just once, which will last you through your breastfeeding journey. Thus, although the initial investment might be higher for one pair of reusable pads as compared to one pair of disposable pads, in the longer run, reusable ones are cheaper and budget-friendly. 

More Absorbent & Less Noticeable – Cloth pads are flatter and, give you better support, good absorbance and are less noticeable from above the clothes. They look just like a padded bra; they also help you hide sensitive and sore nipples. However, the disposable breast pads sometimes fold and show creases from within your clothes. 

Coverage – Generally, cloth breast pads are more generously sized. They work better in hiding your sensitive nipples from within the clothes and give better support to your breasts, just like a padded and high-coverage bra would. 

Infections – Moms who have used both disposable and reusable breast pads vouch for cloth ones. They are less prone to lead to skin infections or nipple infections. 

How Many Breast Pads Do You Need?

Once your supply is established, you will need breast pads within the first six to eight months. On average, one needs around three pairs of breast pads daily. If you have a daily laundry cycle, having four to five pairs of breast pads is enough, keeping two pairs for emergencies or travel. Breast pads can be easily washed with hands within minutes; thus, you do not even need to wait for a laundry load, and you can wash them daily within no time.