Protective : These after birth essentials for mum are water resistant and will also protect the wound from sweating caused by overhang creg or when showering. Aftercare : The transparent and slim after birth pads are latex & DEPH free and classed as a medical device. They are developed to be used from 10 days postpartum. Comfort: The dressing of the post birth pads has a LDPE adhesive backing with a 50% hydrogel island in the centre. Long-lasting : The cooling patches are designed to stay in place for up to 72 hours and can be placed in the fridge for an extra cooling effect. C-section Recovery : Our padded postpartum pads minimize friction from clothing, keep the wound clean and provide a cooling and soothing effect as the incision heals.