Soon-to-be postpartum mama, picture this: you, lounging in post-labor bliss, while a freezer full of homemade postpartum padsicles waits to cradle you in soothing coolness. My girlfriend delivered a gallon ziploc bag full of these to me after I gave birth to my first daughter and WHEWWW did they make such a difference in my relief and postpartum vaginal healing. I just HAD to whip some up for my second pregnancy! So, grab your cozy robe, put on your favorite playlist, and let’s turn that freezer into a sanctuary of soothing bliss!
What you’ll need for Postpartum Padsicles:
TIP: Make enough to use at least 2-3 a day for the first 2-3 weeks! If you have extras, gift them to a PP mama friend!
- Feminine pads – I love these organic overnight pads! Get a few packs.
- Witch Hazel – Make sure it’s unscented!
- Aloe Vera
- Lavender, Copaiba, and Geranium essential oils. I only use & trust this brand! (Read here why)
- 2 Gallon ziploc freezer bags
- Small glass spray bottle
- A spatula
When to make
I made mine at 39 weeks pregnant! I recommend doing it anytime after 37 weeks!
Why these essential oils?
Lavender – A widely known essential oil. It’s also known as the ‘swiss army knife’ of essential oils. This is an incrediblyyy healing essential oil for the skin. Check out this study on wound healing! There are thousands of more studies talking about it’s various benefits. That’s the amazing thing about high quality essential oils, they are SO versatile. You can reach for lavender for anything from skin, to emotions, to relaxation, and everything in-between!
Copaiba – Something super cool about Copaiba – “indigenous people used Copaiba essential oil as folk medicine as early as the 16th century, applying it to wounds, bruises, and umbilical stumps, and to soothe newborns and warriors returning from battle. They also observed that wounded animals would rub themselves against the Copaiba tree trunk to get balsam on their wounds!” How cool! Here is a study demonstrating it’s skin healing abilities.
Geranium – Native to subtropical southern Africa, geranium was used traditionally by the Egyptians to promote beautiful, radiant skin. Today Geranium essential oil is obtained from Africa and Madagascar and is used in many perfumes and cosmetics for its fresh, floral aroma and skin care benefits! Check out this study on how powerful it is!
Why this brand?
Not all essential oils are created equal! The cosmetic industry is largely unregulated (essential oils fall within that category). So when it comes to choosing a brand, knowing the operations and the heart behind the company is SO important. I want to know where and how the plant is grown, harvested, and distilled. T hat there is nothing but the pure plant material inside of the bottles. I want to know that I’m purchasing the best, the highest quality, for my wellness needs. THAT and more is why we choose Young Living. Read more about the company and why high quality essential oils matter here!
How to Make:
- Put 8-10 drops of each essential oil into the small spray bottle, top with witch hazel
- Open the pad, and set aside the wrappers
- Using your spatula, lather the pad very well with aloe vera
- Generously spray the oils + witch hazel mixture over top of the aloe vera
- Fold the pad back up, reseal with the wrappers
- Place the pads into your ziploc bag and once full, put the bag in the freezer
When needed, grab one, unwrap, and stick inside of your postpartum underwear or depends and enjoy the soothing, coolness!
Here’s to healing, to strength, and to the beautiful journey of motherhood! Enjoy mama!
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