Ice Pack and Heating Pad, Gel Pack
Relieve pain and reduce swelling with our Gel Pack!
Sore breasts or a swollen perineum after giving birth? Don’t worry – we’ve got you!
Our Hot & Cold Gel Pack is a lifesaver for anyone who is pregnant or has recently given birth. Whether it’s a swollen perineum, engorged breasts, hemorrhoids, or pain from a C-section scar that’s standing in the way of your comfort, this pad is here to help reduce pain and swelling.
The pad is the same size as a sanitary pad and stays soft even when frozen. Of course, it's BPA-free, environmentally friendly, and safe to use. The gel beads are water-based.
Gel Pack as a cold pad – soothes pain and swelling
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Place the pad without its cover in the freezer for about 2 hours
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Put the pad in its cover and place it on the desired area for a cooling effect
Gel Pack as a heat pad – creates a relaxing sensation wherever you place it
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Warm the pad in hot (not boiling) water or in the microwave for a warming effect
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When using a microwave, heat for 15 seconds at 700W or 10 seconds at max 1000W
(If you prefer it warmer, continue heating in 5-second intervals) -
When using hot water, place the pad without its cover in water no hotter than 80°C for about 3 minutes
Note: Do not place the pad in boiling water!
The pad is the same size as a sanitary pad and remains soft even when frozen. It’s BPA-free, eco-friendly, and safe to use. The beads are water-based.
How long should you use your ice pad/heat cushion?
Our recommendation is to use your ice pad/heat cushion for a maximum of 20 minutes at a time, followed by at least a 30-minute break. Pay attention to how it feels against the perineum or other body parts and take a break when needed.
How do you place the ice pad/heat cushion?
The cushion should always be placed in its cover before use and then placed directly against the desired area. The cover is designed to protect the skin from becoming too hot/cold. You do not need to use any maternity pad, pantyliner, or anything else in between.
Won't there be blood/lochia on the cover?
There may be blood/lochia on both the cover and the cushion, but that’s not a problem. The cushion can be easily cleaned with water and mild soap, and the cover can be washed at 40 degrees. Since you should only use your ice pad/heat cushion for short periods, a tip is to use it when you are lying down and, for example, resting for a while. There will be less blood or lochia than when you are standing/walking around. You also receive two covers with the product so you can easily switch between them when one needs washing.
Swollen Genitals During Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, your body prepares itself for giving birth nine months later. This means that everything is affected and changes. Hormones can cause your breasts to become tender, and as the baby grows in your belly, you gain some weight. Something that many suffer from both during and after pregnancy is a swollen vulva, hemorrhoids, and general body pain. The swelling in the vulva is partly due to the uterus pressing against the large blood vessels in the pelvis. After childbirth, the vulva usually returns to its normal shape, but it remains tender and swollen for a while afterwards.
To reduce swelling in the vulva during pregnancy and afterwards, a good tip is to place an ice pad in your underwear. Put our Plume Gel Pack in the freezer for a while and then place the ice pad directly in your underwear or on top of your pants!
Also reduces menstrual pain and postpartum pain
However, it is not only during pregnancy or after childbirth that it can be comforting to use a heating pad or ice pad. Even before and during menstruation, changes occur in the body, and it is common to experience pain in the back, lower back, or lower abdomen. A heating pad can then be placed on the area that is sore for a relaxing effect. It also works just as well to reduce pain from postpartum discharge!
Sore Breasts and Engorgement
It's not just the belly that grows during pregnancy. The breasts swell and prepare for milk production. The milk ducts grow and the alveoli increase. This can make the breasts feel tight or itchy. After childbirth, you may also suffer from milk stasis. This occurs when the milk ducts become clogged, preventing the milk from flowing properly. It can be soothing to place something warm on the breasts, such as a Plume Gel Pack that you have heated for a while in the microwave or warm water.
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a better everyday life for all pregnant and new mothers.
We know, there will be sleepless nights, baby spit in your hair, and probably moments of worry. But does it really have to hurt to go to the bathroom? Our products are specially developed to help you with your postpartum recovery and to allow you to take care of yourself and your incredible body in a gentle and effective way!
We want your early days as a mother to be wonderful and not for everyday things, like going to the bathroom, to have to hurt.
C’est tout!