Natural Nursing Pads

We never use chemically processed pulp (such as rayon aka viscose) or synthetic materials in our nursing pads. Instead, we use fluffed wood pulp in the absorbent core of our pads. Our pulp is sustainably sourced from fast growing, Scandinavian pine trees – which is very absorbent! We mechanically process the wood to make it soft and fluffy – this fibre structure is more absorbent than using cotton alone. Cellulose pulp is natural and renewable, and a more sustainable alternative than superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) found in many conventional pads.

The cover is made from certified organic cotton, and this sits next to the skin, acting as a soft cover to wick away breast milk.

When breastfeeding, it’s common for milk to leak in between feeds. Natracare’s natural nursing pads are inserted in between your bra and nipple to absorb any excess breast milk and help protect your clothing. The nursing pads stay in place with pressure between the breast and the bra – this helps us reduce the glue and ensure a more natural pad to look after sensitive skin.

Nursing pads should be changed after leaks or after every feed. The amount varies from person to person and how long it you’ve been breastfeeding. It’s best to change as soon as you notice your nursing pads or nipples feel damp as this will help to reduce risk of infection and also help look after sensitive nipples by helping keep them dry.

The amount of nursing pads you need in a day will vary, depending on how much milk you’re producing and leaking between feeds. It’s recommended to change your nursing pads every 3-4 hours and/or after each feed, but this could be longer or shorter depending on how much you leak. This can mean somewhere between 8-12 changes per day.

It is possible to compost our nursing pads at home. If you don’t have a compost bin, Natracare nursing pads can be disposed of with your regular waste.

The packaging is made from cardboard and is widely recyclable.