The Best Postpartum Underwear To Carry Moms Into The 4th Trimester (2024)

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Best Postpartum Underwear Overall

Stretchy Fabric And Inclusive Sizes

The Bodily All-In Panty has just about everything you need from postpartum underwear: it’s high-waisted, stretchy and supportive. It’s also available in a variety of colors (clay, ember, black and grey) and sizes (small to 3X). The inclusive sizes and various color options ensure there is something for virtually everyone. You can wear this underwear immediately postpartum, but some people might feel more comfortable transitioning to it after the first week or so when their bleeding starts to lighten up a bit. It’s designed to have wide leg openings to make it easy to get on and off. If you’re looking for something that can take you right from birth to months or even years postpartum, this is an excellent pick.

Best Disposable Postpartum Underwear

This Disposable Underwear Is Less Than $2 Per Pair

Especially in those very first postpartum days, disposable underwear is a favorite for many moms. Instead of worrying about stains, leaks and laundry, you can simply toss your underwear at the end of the day. The Frida Mom Disposable Underwear is not made of mesh, instead, it’s a combination of microfiber and spandex. The stretchy and comfortable fabric in this pick is seamless and breathable. Smead has noticed that a lot of women prefer disposable boy short underwear. The high-waisted boy short cut can help keep pads and ice packs in place, which is key during those first few days and weeks. The price comes out to less than $2 per pair. It’s available in two sizes: petite and regular. Think of this underwear as a better version of the disposable hospital underwear.

Best Mesh Postpartum Underwear

Similar To The Hospital Postpartum Underwear

If you’re looking for the same type of underwear that the hospital gives out, this seamless mesh underwear is it. Even though they’re disposable, you can still wash them five to ten times to get more life out of them, which can help save some money. The elastic mesh is made of polyester and spandex, and it’s very stretchy and breathable. They’re available in a wide range of sizes, from small/medium to 4X. They cost around $2.50 to $4 per pair, depending on which pack you buy. Like other boy short options, they’re ideal for the early postpartum days when you have a lot of bleeding and need them to help keep pads and other postpartum recovery items snug.

Best Postpartum C-Section Underwear

Designed To Help Your Incision Heal And Reduce The Appearance Of Your Scar

It can be difficult to find comfortable underwear that doesn’t irritate your incision after a c-section. After my c-sections, I found that a lot of my regular underwear rubbed right at the incision and later the scar, so it took a lot of trial and error to find something that worked. The Upspring C-Panty is designed to not irritate the incision, and help support healing and scar appearance. It’s high-waisted underwear that provides upward compression to push fluids away from the incision. It also has a silicone panel that can improve the appearance of your scar, according to the manufacturer. You will need to hand wash this underwear, so this might not be the right pick for you if you’re not ready to add that to your plate. It’s available in nude and black and sizes small/medium to 1X/2X.

Best Plus Size Postpartum Underwear

Includes A Pocket For Soothing Hot Or Cold Packs

Available in sizes XXS to 3X, there is a pair of Nyssa Fourthwear underwear for just about every body. Beyond the size inclusivity, what makes this underwear really stand out is the elongated pocket that holds hot or cold packs to soothe whatever ails you, whether it’s a c-section incision or a perineal tear. The underwear is seamless and made of 85% recycled polyester and 15% spandex. It’s high waisted and stretchy, making it comfortable for recovery. It’s definitely a pricer item, but worth it for the comfort it can provide postpartum.

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Best Budget Postpartum Underwear

Basic Underwear To Stock Up On

If you’re looking for budget-friendly underwear that you’ll only need for a short time, check out the Fruit Of The Loom Women's Eversoft Cotton Brief Underwear. Depending on which style you choose, you can get these for about $1 per pair. Even though they’re not considered disposable underwear, it won’t be a huge loss if you need to throw out a pair or two if you have a major leak or get stretched out. They come in a variety of colors and styles; we recommend the brief and hi cut brief for postpartum. Sizes range from 5 to 14 plus. Most of the underwear is made of 100% cotton, which is the material Smead recommends for washable underwear. Some styles are 50% cotton and 50% polyester. Because this is regular underwear, you can continue to wear it for years postpartum as well.

Best Postpartum Underwear For Incontinence

Maximum Absorbency So You Can Feel Confident

Unfortunately, incontinence can be a problem for many women postpartum. Wearing incontinence underwear can help you feel confident without worrying about leaks. This underwear is designed for maximum absorbency to prevent any embarrassing situations. They’re available in sizes small to 2X, and they’re disposable. Depending on which size you need, they can be as cheap as $0.42 per pair. The underwear has a cotton top sheet for comfort and built-in odor guard, so nobody will guess you’re wearing incontinence underwear. They can provide protection for up to 8 hours.

Best Stylish Postpartum Underwear

The Lace Waistband Is Both Stylish And Comfortable

Postpartum underwear doesn’t have to be boring. Kindred Bravely’s High-Waisted Postpartum Recovery Panties are available in dusty hues or assorted neutrals, and they feature a lace waist. They’re still stretchy and moderately high rise, so you don’t have to sacrifice comfort to start feeling like yourself again. They’re made of 95% rayon and 5% spandex and are available in sizes small to 2X. For women who have a vagin*l delivery, these are a good option to use within the first days and weeks postpartum. Women who have a c-section might want to wait until they heal a bit, depending on where the underwear hits in relation to their incision. They come in a pack of five, which makes it easier to keep clean pairs on hand.

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