Gabi

Don't know if this has been asked. I think it has so sorry for the repost.

I got a package from my hospital last night with a whole lot of goodies that I'm going to need during my stay there.

They packed in 2 packets of maternity pads. All in all it's 24 pads. Is this what I'm going to need for 2-3 days?!?
They're these huge "Old style" bulky things. I wont have any space to pack anything else in there LOL.

How many am I looking at buying here? I was going to buy maybe one packet of these and then night-time pads for when I get back home. Will these be ok?

Another question. What is zinc and castor oil cream used for??? That was in the bag too. Thought I'd ask here before getting to the hospital and having no clue what to do with it.

stefb

id take both packs just in case you may need more but im sure someone else could bring you some, the night time pads should be fine once your back home,
zinc and Castor oil is just nappy rash cream
hope this helps

Gabi

Thank you!!!

Aww well now I feel like a right fool! At least I know what it's used for now LOL

anita665

I used maternity pads for quite a while. When your bruised or have stitches, somehow they're much more comfortable.

Gabi

Oh ok. Thanks!

stefb

i just find maternity pads dont stick to your kecks as much

cparks1

I'm glad you brought this up. I went looking to buy some maternity pads and all I could find was regular pads for periods and adult pads (or depends diapers). I saw nothing that stated maternity pads. I stood in the aisle forever looking for these. I have been told that the hospital will supply me with maternity pads during my stay along with these fish net underwear (supposed to be more comfy after birth with your maternity pads). I haven't received any kind of packet from the hospital (don't know if they do this in the states). I bought some pads from the adult section "bladder leaks" so I am hoping they will be useful, otherwise, I'm going to have to wing it.

Gabi

Yeh I've been hunting around for them too. The package I bought form the hospital was a godsend.

I'm going shopping after work so I'm going to wander around and see if I can find any. Maybe the pharmacy will sell them? If all else fails there's a pharmacy in the hospital that should sell them (I hope)

stefb

i got mine from boots dont know if you have them over there
most places that sell breast pads sell them or big baby stores