THE AFTERMATH
The baby's here, everyone's obsessed and meanwhile, mum's running on eleven minutes of sleep and playing a daily game of WHAT THE F*CK IS LEAKING NOW?
Welcome to the Shit Show, The Aftermath is a postnatal care package that's actually about the woman who's just given birth.
Think practical recovery essentials, soothing comforts, well-earned treats and an actual bell for summoning help. Because she's just delivered a human being, not signed up to do everything herself.
Contains no bounce-back bullshit and no more presents for the baby.
Just a bit of care for mum, because she's done something bloody enormous and deserves looking after too.
Product versions may be subject to change but will always be top quality and like for like.
ORGANIC BAMBOO MATERNITY PADS
Because postpartum recovery isn't all newborn cuddles and beautiful photographs. Sometimes it's bleeding, padding and changing your underwear again.
Practical, useful and one less thing to think about.
Made with organic bamboo, Grace & Green heavy period pads combine comfort with superior protection for a medium to heavy flow. With biodegradable packaging, our pads are engineered with people's health and the environment in mind. All Grace & Green products are certified-organic, non-toxic, and made using biodegradable materials. Grace & Green period pads pads are made with organic bamboo, making them free from pesticides, dyes, bleaches, and other toxic chemicals. Exceptional, sustainable products with no compromise on comfort or performance.
𝐈𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 • Certified Organic bamboo pads with wings • B Corp Certified • Non-Toxic • Plant-based, plastic-free waterproof backing for leak protection • Individually wrapped in biodegradable purse packs for convenience
THE BELL
Oh, this is our favourite.
Need a sandwich? Ring it.
Trapped under a sleeping baby? Ring it.
Desperate for someone else to do absolutely anything useful? RING THE BLOODY BELL.
You've just had a baby. Asking for help is not a personal failure.
Handmade in India | Solid Brass | 4x4x7cm
Measuring 7cm in height, this compact bell produces a bright, pure chime
REUSABLE HOT & COLD GEL PACK
A handy little pack for warm or cool comfort.
Follow the instructions and check with your maternity team before using it on areas recovering from birth or surgery. Nobody needs another complication.
Cold compress for hot and cold therapy.
Reusable gel pads for pain.
HERBAL BATH SOAK
For when you're ready and able to have a lovely warm bath.
Follow your postnatal care advice and the product instructions, particularly if you have stitches or a healing wound. Then enjoy a little time that's entirely yours.
Each pack makes 4–5 full baths or 8–10 sitz baths. Safe to share with your baby in the bath.
The Herbs and What They Do
• Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) — anti-inflammatory and astringent; reduces swelling and soothes bruised, tender perineal tissue
• Comfrey (Symphytum Officinale) — traditionally used to support tissue healing and soothe inflammation around stitches or tears
• Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) — natural styptic properties; supports healing of wounds and reduces discomfort
• Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) — anti-inflammatory and soothing; calms inflamed skin and settles the nervous system
• Plantain Leaf (Plantago major) — traditional wound-healing herb with cooling, anti-inflammatory properties
• Uva Ursi (Arctostaphylos Uva Ursi) — antimicrobial herb historically used to support urinary and perineal health
How to Use as a Sitz Bath
• Place the herbs in the provided muslin bag and tie closed.
• Steep the bag in approximately 200ml (½ cup) of boiling water for 5 minutes.
• Add the steeped herbs and liquid to a shallow basin with warm water, or directly to a sitz bath basin over the toilet.
* Soak for 15 - 20 minutes. Repeat up to twice daily.
• Pat dry gently afterwards. Apply perineal spray or balm if desired.
Other Ways to Use It
• Full bath — add steeped herbs to a warm bath. Each pack makes 4 - 5 full baths
• Peri bottle rinse — add the cooled herbal tea to your peri bottle for a soothing herbal rinse after every bathroom visit
• Compress — soak a maternity pad or cotton pad in the cooled tea and apply as a soothing compress. Freeze for extra cold relief (padsicles)
• Baby bath — the herbs are gentle enough to share a bath with your newborn, provided there are no known ingredient sensitivities
When Can I Start?
You can begin using the Herbal Bath Soak from day one after birth, once you feel ready for a bath or sitz bath. There is no waiting period. For the first week, aim for 2 - 3 sitz baths daily. As soreness reduces, once daily provides ongoing soothing support throughout the recovery period.
HEALING PULSE POINT OIL (Pregnancy & Postpartum Safe Blend)
Lavender, lemon and neroli in a handy little rollerball to support your healing. No it won't miraculous close your epesiotomy or heal your diastasis but it's got anti-inflammatory, fatigue fighting and calming properties and every little helps, right?!
10ml/35g
Please note these labels will state 'Pregnancy' on the front and are certified as safe to use during all stages of pregnancy.
ROSÉ-FLAVOURED GUMMIES
All the fruity rosé-inspired flavour, none of the alcohol.
Strawberry, cherry and raspberry treats which you absolutely do not have to share. Consider that our official position.
Size: 50g
• Palm Oil Free
• Natural Colours
• Non-Alcoholic
PROBABLY FULL OF EMOTIONAL BAGGAGE TOTE
For your keys, snacks, everyday essentials and anything else you happen to be lugging around. We can't do much about the emotional baggage, but at least you've got a bloody good bag.
Product Details
Canvas bag with 38cm (w) X 43cm (h)
63cm canvas tape handles length (stitch-to-stitch)
Locally farmed cotton
Non-toxic inks and dyes, R.E.A.C.H compliant
This product is manufactured in accordance per Bags of Ethics standards and Sustainable Development Goals set by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs.
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