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Organic Wool Nursing Pads, 1-Pair

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The nursing pads are made from the same wonderful wool that makes Little Beetle covers a favorite! Amazingly soft and effective, these breast pads are perfect for new moms!  2 layers of organic merino jersey wool.  No plastic, no PUL.

Wool nursing pads help promote a successful breastfeeding experience for every woman!  Little Beetle wool nursing pads are comforting and warm, help prevent clogged milk ducts and breast infections, and absorb mild to moderate leakage.

  • Most women only need two or three pairs.
  • Let one pair dry while wearing a second pair.  Lanolin has
    naturally cleansing properties and will help keep the wool
    fresh and hygienic while it's drying.
  • Wool absorbs up to 40% of its weight before feeling wet.  
    These pads stay comfortable and warm when wet,
    whereas cotton or disposable pads feel clammy and cold.
  • Wool pads keep your skin dry and allow air circulation,
    helping nipples heal fast.
  • Larger size helps protect the entire breast, which may
    help minimize plugged ducts and mastitis.

Measure approximately 5 inches in diameter. Price is per pair.

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SKU: 5580
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Care & Content

Care & Content


Caring for Your Wool Nursing Pads

When your pads feel wet (or at least daily) let them dry while wearing a second pair.  Dry them over a mild, dry heat source.  A running dryer works great!  

Wash your wool pads as seldom as possible. The natural lanolin content of the wool keeps them hygienic -
as the wool absorbs moisture, the lanolin is converted to lanolin-soap, which has an antibacterial effect. The
moisture evaporates away and only the milk solids are
left. Eventually, depending on how much leakage you
have, the pads will begin to feel "stiff" or you'll notice white powdery milk spots.  When this happens, wash as follows:
  • Let pads dry before washing. Gently rub the
    stiffened area to break up the milk particles.
  • Wash by hand in lukewarm water with a mild baby
    shampoo.  Use just enough soap to keep the
    water slightly sudsy and swish the pads together.  
    Wash about every fifth time with organic lanolin
    soap to replenish the lanolin.
  • Rinse in lukewarm water.  Hot or cold water will
    shrink the wool.
  • Roll your pads inside of a towel, pressing out the
    excess water.  Shake the pads briskly so they
    regain their original form and elasticity.  Dry by
    placing them on top of a running dryer (or other
    mild, dry heat source).
 Boiling Your Wool Nursing Pads

If you are diagnosed with a breast yeast infection, it is
important to boil your nursing pads.  If you live in a
humid climate, it is recommended that you occasionally boil your pads, where thorough drying of the pads can be more difficult.

Care must be taken when boiling wool nursing pads!  
The idea is to not expose the wool to sudden temperature changes or agitation, which will cause
shrinkage.
  • Place the pads in a pot of lukewarm water.
  • Gradually bring the water, with pads, to a
    gentle boil.
  • Boil for 10 minutes, while periodically pushing
    the pads under the surface of the water.  Do
    not stir or agitate the pads.
  • Remove the pot from the heat.
  • Do not remove pads from the water. Let the
    water, with the pads, cool to lukewarm.  (We
    recommend letting the pot of water, with pads,
    sit overnight.)
  • After boiling, the lanolin content of the wool
    must be replenished.  Use 1 tablespoon of
    organic liquid lanolin soap to wash the pads.