Breastfeeding Pads

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Women who breastfeed often find that let-down leaks occur before or after breastfeeding and sometimes just whenever you think about your child! Wearing breastfeeding pads that are discreet, comfortable and effective is reassuring when you are out and about in public.

Types of Breastfeeding Pad
There are a number of varieties of breastfeeding pads on the market. From fully disposable cotton/paper and polymer combinations to reusable, washable fabric pads that can be washed and worn again.

Obviously women vary in their size and the amount that they leak so one option is not best for all and while some women prefer the convenience and reliability of disposable pads others will choose the personable nature and sustainability of reusable breastfeeding pads.

Below is a rundown of the main differences between Disposable and Reusable breastfeeding pads. 

Disposable Breastfeeding Pads
Disposable breastfeeding pads are aimed at women on the go who wish to spend as little time as possible doing laundry and require a highly reliable pad for public environments. Generally working women who breastfeed their child need the reassurance that disposable pads give combined with the ability to replace them easily.

Disposable pads are generally made of thin synthetic polymer elements wrapped inside a soft cotton/poly/paper covering that absorbs liquid but does not secrete it. Like a disposable menstrual pad, the disposable breastfeeding pad absorbs the liquid and keeps the surface of the pad dry so there is no feeling of wetness on your skin. There is also a sticky area on one side to make sure the pads stick to the bra and not slip out of place.

For mothers who need to continue their public life and career disposable breastfeeding pads offer the pace of mind that often reusable pads cannot offer. They are generally indiscreet, highly effective and easy to replace.

The downside to disposable breastfeeding pads is of course their disposable nature. The nature of the polymer tends to make it difficult to break down in landfill.

Based on reviews from online customer feedback sites we have put together a guide to the best disposable breastfeeding pads which have received positive ratings from mothers.
You can see our list of the best disposable nursing pads here.

Washable Reusable Breastfeeding Pads
If you are after a more natural feel to a breastfeeding pad you may want to try reusable pads. There are a great variety of reusable and washable breastfeeding pads from plain white styles to brightly colored and organic designs.

Reusable breastfeeding pads have come a long way in the last decade and aim to offer a viable alternative to disposable pads for mothers who want to feel they are doing the best for their child and their environment.

Many washable pads are unique in design and offer breastfeeding mothers the chance to pamper themselves in a small but significant way.  Not only that but they actually work so mothers can feel confident that there is little change of leakage.

Based on reviews from online customer feedback sites we have put together a summary of the best reusable breastfeeding pads which have received positive ratings from mothers.

You can see our list of the best washable breast pads here.