Dealing With Engorgement at Home
Breast engorgement can be one of the most uncomfortable experiences during your breastfeeding journey. When your milk comes in, or your breasts bec...
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Haakaa’s Hot & Cold Reusable Breast Compression Pads help alleviate breastfeeding discomfort. These versatile pads can be used warm or chilled to suit your needs and assist with milk flow blockages, pain, swelling, mastitis, engorgement, and nipple discomfort.
Each pad includes a soft, organic cotton sleeve that provides gentle thermal protection between the pad and your skin. Suitable for breasts of all shapes and sizes, with a portable storage bag for convenient use at home or on the go.
Reusable pads for hot or cold therapy
Helps relieve aches, pain, swelling, and general breastfeeding discomfort
Assists with milk flow blockages
Supports relief from mastitis, engorgement, and nipple damage
100% organic cotton sleeves provide gentle thermal protection
Portable storage bag for easy organisation
BPA- and phthalate-free
Can be chilled, frozen, or heated. Use for a maximum of 20 minutes per session.
Always test temperature before applying to skin.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before use. Insert pad into cotton sleeve before applying.
Freeze for at least 1 hour. Always place pad into a cotton sleeve before use.
Do not apply frozen pads directly to skin.
Hot Water Method:
Submerge pads in hot (not boiling) water for 3–5 minutes. Drain before use. Insert into cotton sleeve and apply carefully.
Microwave Method:
Heat pads on a clean, dry plate for 20 seconds. Heat in 5-second increments if needed.
Massage pad between intervals to distribute heat evenly.
Do not microwave above 700W.
Do not allow pad to touch microwave walls or ceiling.
Always insert pad into cotton sleeve before use.
Hand wash compression pads regularly in warm soapy water or wipe with a damp cloth
Wash cotton sleeves after each use by hand or machine (cold, delicate cycle)
Hang to dry
Inspect regularly and replace if damaged
Keep away from sharp objects
Clean only with soft brushes or sponges
Do not use for purposes other than intended
Do not puncture or ingest contents; for external use only
Do not apply to sensitive skin or open wounds
Do not fall asleep while using pads
Keep out of reach of children and pets
If gel contacts eyes or skin, rinse thoroughly with warm water
For severe, prolonged, or chronic pain, consult a physician
If pads feel too hot or too cold, wrap in an additional layer of fabric (e.g. a towel) before use.

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