3 Soothing Solutions to Have on Hand for Postpartum Recovery

Your body goes through a lot during pregnancy, but the changes don’t stop once the baby arrives. Between feedings, diaper changes and figuring out your new normal, there’s a whole recovery process happening, too: swelling, stitches, soreness and other surprises all that pre-baby reading may not have fully prepped you for.

That’s why having a smart, soothing routine ready to go can make all the difference in your postpartum journey—and it turns out one of the best helpers might be something you haven’t thought of: witch hazel. It's an herbal go-to to help calm inflammation, soothe irritated skin and promote overall comfort.

It’s also the star ingredient in Honey Pot’s New Mom Ritual lineup. The witch hazel wash and wipe duo is designed to help tackle some of the most common baby woes—from pH range to itching and burning from hemorrhoids—with plant-derived ingredients. Whether you’re getting your hospital bag packing list in order or deep in those fourth-trimester feels, read on to see how these soothing solutions can help your post-birth body recover.

Maintain healthy pH range

From pregnancy to postpartum, your body goes through major hormonal shifts that can disrupt your vaginal pH, often leading to irritation, dryness or a general feeling of discomfort “down there.” This gentle Soothing Witch Hazel Wash is clinically shown to soothe and maintain a healthy vaginal pH range with other soothing plant-derived ingredients like organic apple cider vinegar and calendula. Plus: it’s the first pregnancy-safe wash of its kind to be ob-gyn-tested.

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Get cooling hemorrhoid relief

Hemorrhoids are an all-too-common (and all-too-uncomfortable) part of postpartum recovery, thanks to the strain of pregnancy and delivery. Keeping a pack of Soothing Witch Hazel Hemorrhoidal Wipes close by means instant relief when you need it most. Naturally cooling and anti-inflammatory, these wipes use maximum-strength witch hazel to help reduce swelling, ease itching and calm that raw, tender feeling. And to reduce the mess (you’ll already have dirty diapers to contend with), they’re also flushable and septic-safe.

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Feel secure against leaks

Many new parents end up surprised by just how long (and how heavy) postpartum bleeding, or lochia, can be. Instead of wearing some version of a diaper or XL pad for six to eight weeks, these hypoallergenic 100% Organic Cotton Cover Post-Partum Pads are made to be more comfortable and absorbent—with the added bonus of flexible stay-in-place wings. Infused with cooling mint and healing aloe vera, they help provide a refreshing "ooh, ahh" tingle while keeping you dry, too. 

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Your postpartum recovery deserves just as much care as your birth plan. Whether you’re soothing stitches, supporting a healthy vaginal pH or easing hemorrhoids, witch hazel is a plant-derived solution that can ease the common discomforts of post-baby healing. Check out the full Honey Pot New Mom Ritual and stock your recovery kit.

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