Solutions in Period Care After Giving Birth

The Transformational Journey of Embracing Your New Mom Body

Are you a seasoned menstrual cup user now experiencing discomfort with the cup you previously loved? Does your menstrual cup feel too long and the handle can be felt at the vaginal entrance?
Are you looking for a more straightforward, longer-lasting period care solution now that you are already busy caring for another person?

Or are you experiencing other symptoms like stress incontinence?

While giving birth has only a temporary effect on some people's bodies, for many others, these changes can be permanent. It's crucial to understand that these changes are a normal part of the postpartum journey and can affect the menstrual cycle and the suitability of certain menstrual products. Embracing these changes is a part of your transformational journey as a new mom.
Rest assured, we have solutions that will not only help you manage these changes but also provide you with comfort and relief, allowing you to focus on the joys of motherhood! 

Understanding Your Vagina: What's Happening?

Immediately after giving birth

After giving birth, women experience postpartum bleeding, also known as lochia, as the uterus shrinks back to its usual size. Healthcare providers advise using specific pads to gauge blood volume. The bleeding can be heavy and bright red for the first couple of days before changing to a brownish color, and it typically stops after two months.
It's essential to seek medical advice if you experience uncontrolled heavy bleeding after giving birth. This proactive approach can help address any potential issues early on. Remember, your healthcare provider is your best personalized advice and care resource.

What about your period?

If you breastfeed, you may not ovulate or get your period for several months. If you use bottle feeding, your period may return within three weeks. Your period may be heavier or lighter than usual because estrogen levels are usually lower, making the uterine lining thinner. However, if your estrogen levels increase, your lining could build up more quickly, leading to a heavy period.

Potentially Permanent Changes to your Reproductive System

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

It is common to feel vaginal heaviness after childbirth due to pelvic floor weakness. This usually gets better within a year, but the feeling may persist if the pelvic floor is severely damaged. In some cases, the vagina or cervix may come very close to the entrance to the vagina.  This is called pelvic organ prolapse and is caused by weakened tissues supporting the pelvic organs.  
You may also experience stress incontinence due to pelvic floor weakness.

We specialize in making two of these symptoms easier to manage, providing effective solutions that many women have found beneficial:

1) A lower-than-average cervix position means the vaginal canal available to accommodate menstrual products like tampons and menstrual cups is shortened. Menstrual cups that previously fit fine will now appear too long, causing discomfort at the vaginal entrance and be especially noticeable sitting down.

A Low-Cervix Menstrual cup perfectly accommodates a lower-than-average cervix position, allowing you to wear a menstrual cup reliably and without discomfort.

2) Stress Incontinence is managed more comfortably with Period Underwear and Cloth Pads than with paper and plastic products that may contain harmful heavy metals and toxins, which can exacerbate the condition and pose health risks. Our products are designed with your health and comfort in mind.

This condition can cause distress and discomfort, but for many women, it does not interfere with their daily activities and may not require treatment.

A health professional might suggest lifestyle changes, such as losing weight or doing pelvic floor exercises. In severe cases, your doctor may recommend surgical intervention.

Most people, however, manage just fine using some simple adjustments in their personal care to accommodate these changes.
Let's look at these easy-to-implement solutions!

Postpartum Period Solutions

Menstrual Cups 

If your previous menstrual cup no longer comfortably fits, we have the perfect solution for you! The award-winning MeLuna Low Cervix "Shorty" Menstrual Cups are the #1 menstrual cup for this purpose.
You can learn more about them here on our page:

Best Menstrual Cups for Low Cervix

Would you like to see how the MeLuna Shorty compares to the menstrual cup brand you already own? We have side-by-side comparisons for the most common brands like Diva, Saalt, Lena, Flux, and Lunette here:

Menstrual Cup Comparison

Period Underwear

Are you interested in learning more about period underwear? Period panties can be worn not just for your menstrual cycle. They are also great solutions for stress incontinence.

Read our Period Panty and Underwear Guide to learn all the information you need to pick a pair that fits your needs.

Cloth Pads for Postpartum, Period, and Stress Incontinence

We carry a large selection of reusable cloth pads. 
Different pad designs and materials can have advantages for various scenarios.

For example, Domino Pads KeepDry pads are phenomenal for stress incontinence due to their quick-wicking top layer.

Domino Pads also makes generously sized postpartum pads in soft, comfortable fabrics like Minky and Bamboo.

Check out our Guide to Cloth Pads to learn more about your cloth pad options and the pros and cons of different brands and materials!