Ameda ComfortGel Pads
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Baby Products Reviews of Ameda ComfortGel Pads
Customer Review: An absolute necessity for a nursing mother
Summary: 5 Stars
With my daughter I had sore, cracked nipples for almost 2 months. If it wasnt for the fact that I was so determined (and stubborn) I would have given up breastfeeding. With baby #2, my worst fear came true. I could feel my nipples cracking the minute he latched on. With both kids, the lactation consultants told me the latch and positioning were correct, and they couldn't see anything wrong. Unfortunately that didnt do much to give me any relief! Luckily the last lactation consultant I saw recommended these and swore that I would be thanking her within days. She was so right! I'm not sure what these things do or how they work, but they gave me immediate relief and have prevented any further damage. I've been wearing them about a week (since my son was born) and they have been a lifesaver. I still have some pain with the initial latch on, but I can tell everything is healing quickly. I bought two pairs and I think after I wear the second ones for a week or so I should be set. I did use these in conjuction with a Medela nipple shield, so I'm sure that helped. It didnt make the process completely pain free, but definitely bearable!Customer Review: A Must Have!!
Summary: 5 Stars
You need some kind of hydrogel (any brand really) if you're going to try breastfeeding. I would not have made it through the first week without them. They're good for a few days, so you'll need more than one pair. Ask for a pair before you leave the hospital. I think I ended up going through three or four pair. I have also seen another brand at a big-box retailer.
These feel wonderfuly cool and soothing on red, irritated skin. And they help heal. The lactation consulant who gave me my first pair told me to store them (in their packages or a plastic bag to keep them moist) in the fridge and use them several times a day.
I am so thankful that these were available to me. The first couple of weeks are really difficult, but if you make it through them the pay off is amazing. Use these and whatever pain reliever they send you home from the hospital with (it's safe for breastfeeding). Get a good lactation consultant and these gel packs. Best of Luck.
Customer Review: Life Savior for sore nipples
Summary: 5 Stars
I received these at the hospital after having my baby and needed another pair after they wore out. So I looked online to see how I could get some more. I'm not sure how these work, but my nipples were very sore, cracked, bloody, etc. and these pads healed them right away. I was just about ready to give up, but decided to get more of these pads and after 2 weeks of using them, the nipples were fine and nursing was going great. I tried the playtex nipple shields and they did not work at all. They were very sticky and I could barely get them off the backs and they were very difficult to put on the nipples. I ended up trying them while waiting for these to arrive because the playtex brand was sold at target. I would recommend these for sure if you are having any problems with sore nipples.Customer Review: best breast therapy - period!
Summary: 5 Stars
I was given these while my son was in the NICU and I was having to pump constantly to build a supply. They were BY FAR the most relieving thing I found. I tried the Gerber, Medela and Platex gel pads and they just didn't cut it. The great thing about the Ameda hydrogels is that you can keep using them over and over and over. I used the first set for about a week and just kept them covered in the fridge when not in use.
I bought a couple more packs of these when my son was teething to relieve my discomfort from the process and would (and do) highly highly recommend them to new moms and moms having discomfort. They aren't messy like the platex ones and aren't sticky like the Gerber and Medela ones and they last at least 4-5 times longer than the others.
Customer Review: Most "relieving" gel pads, expensive
Summary: 4 Stars
These gel pads are what the lactation consultant gave me in the hospital and they provided me with much needed relief and comfort. When I got home from the hospital, I wanted to buy some more, but they were kinda pricey. So, I tried different brands (medela, lansinoh, playtex) and I had to go back to Ameda. They were expensive, but really worked the best.
After using them, my nipples felt physically better. They truly are medicated! Other pads just feel good when you put them on, but really don't make your nipples any less sore. These pads do!
I recommend putting them in the fridge before applying them to your nipples. Sounds uncomfortable, but when your nipples are pink, cracked, or sore the coldness really feels good.