In my humble (but very experienced) opinion, this might be one of the best gifts you can give a new mom. Hands down. No contest. It was gifted to me by one of my dearest friends—someone who lives across the country but somehow made me feel more cared for than the hospital did. And let’s be honest: the Frida Mom kit is not only more thoughtful, it’s probably less expensive than the random grab bag of “essentials” the hospital sends you home with.
IN THIS POST
What Comes in the Frida Mom Postpartum Kit?
The Upside-down Peri Bottle: A Squirt of Genius
How to Clean Frida Mom Peri Bottle?
Perineal Cooling Pad Liners: Long, Logical, and Oh-So-Soothing
Disposable Postpartum Underwear: Bless the Elastic
Are Frida Mom Underwear Washable?
Ice Maxi Pads: Cold Comfort Done Right
Are Frida Mom Ice Pads Reusable?
How to Use Frida Mom Ice Pads
Do Frida Mom Ice Pads Expire?
How to Use the Frida Mom Postpartum Kit Like a Pro?
Is Frida Mom Just for Postpartum?
Some of the sad products the hospital gives you to take home for postpartum.
If you’re expecting, or you know someone who is, consider this your golden ticket to being the friend who gives the gift that actually helps. Because this kit? It helped me. And I’m betting it’ll help you too.
What Comes in the Frida Mom Postpartum Kit?
The Frida Mom Postpartum Recovery Kit is a starter pack for vaginal delivery recovery that actually makes sense. You’ll probably find yourself reordering a few items (I know I did—hello, ice maxi pads and magical disposable undies), but this kit sets you up beautifully for the first few foggy, healing days after birth.
And the packaging? It doubles as an organizer. Yes, Frida Mom really thought of everything. Because after you’ve just pushed a human out of your body, figuring out where to store your padsicles shouldn’t be another thing on your to-do list.
Here’s what you get in the postpartum kit:
- The upside-down peri bottle (trust me, it matters)
- A 24-pack of perineal cooling pad liners
- 4 disposable postpartum underwear
- 4 instant ice maxi pads
It all arrives in a smartly designed box that turns into an easy-access organizer. No digging around. No chaos. Just grab what you need and focus on healing.
The Upside-down Peri Bottle: A Squirt of Genius
Let’s talk about the hospital peri bottle for a moment—it’s a $2 plastic squirt bottle (if that), likely charged to your bill for ten times that amount. It’s awkward to use, and you practically have to become a contortionist just to aim it right. Which is not ideal when you’re sore, stitched, and just trying to stay upright.
Enter: Frida Mom’s upside-down peri bottle. Designed to make your life easier (and cleaner), it’s angled so you don’t have to twist, lean, or curse under your breath. It holds more water too, which means fewer refills and more relief.
How to Clean Frida Mom Peri Bottle?
Honestly, I plan on keeping this bottle around well beyond postpartum, just in case. And to avoid any bacterial or mold buildup, because the last thing we need is an infection down under, I clean it regularly with warm, soapy water. I just mix a drop of soap with warm water, shake it up, and then rinse it out and let it air dry. Depending on how often I use it, I wash it about 1 to 3 times a week.
Perineal Cooling Pad Liners: Long, Logical, and Oh-So-Soothing
The circular pads from the hospital? Completely illogical. I always needed at least two or three just to get adequate coverage. But Frida Mom’s rectangular pad liners are perfectly shaped to line up with your ice pack and underwear—no overlapping, no bunching, just cooling and refreshing relief where you need it most.
Disposable Postpartum Underwear: Bless the Elastic
Let’s be real: hospital mesh underwear is one sneeze away from total collapse. I’ve seen sturdier dryer lint. The ice packs wouldn’t stay put, and I constantly had to readjust. Not ideal when your only job should be resting and recovering.
Frida Mom’s disposable underwear? Sturdy, stretchy, and available in actual sizes. They hold everything in place—ice pads, liners, dignity.
Are Frida Mom Underwear Washable?
While a few moms have mentioned online that they’ve washed and reused the disposable underwear, I always swapped in a fresh pair after each shower. It’s healing time, not laundry time, and minimizing infection risk is always the move.
Ice Maxi Pads: Cold Comfort Done Right
These are brilliant. Unlike the hospital versions that slide around with every step, Frida Mom’s ice pads come with adhesive backing to keep everything in place. No shifting, no awkward adjusting.
They are a bit big for my frame, but that didn’t stop them from being essential in my recovery. They stay cold for a good 20 minutes and are a lifesaver in those early days. A friendly note: the ice pads are not reusable, once they are no longer cold, they are done. They won’t get cold again. Also, to avoid any type of infection it’s best to grab a fresh one.
How to Frida Mom Ice Pads:
- Fold the pad in half before opening the wrapper and press until you hear a “pop.”
- Shake it like you mean it—really mix that cooling solution.
- Open the wrapper, peel off the adhesive, and place it in your postpartum underwear with the sticky side down.
- Add a cooling liner on top (bonus points for extra chill).
If you have the witch hazel healing foam, spray it after placing the liner—trust me on this, or prepare for a slippery mess.
Do Frida Mom Ice Pads Expire?
While I didn’t see an expiration date on the pads themselves (I used mine way too quickly for that to be a concern), Frida Mom notes they have a shelf life of about two years. So… maybe have baby number two before they hit that mark? Kidding. Sort of.
How to Use the Frida Mom Postpartum Kit Like a Pro
The Frida Mom postpartum kit is easy to use, because who needs a complicated process when you’re trying to heal and sleep deprived with a new born. Just a friendly reminder that since the box itself is a neat organizer, I wouldn’t rip the box open from anywhere. Here are the simple steps on how I use the postpartum recovery kit:
- Fill the peri bottle with warm water. After each bathroom trip, use it while still seated on the toilet to gently rinse the perineal area. You’ll what to turn the bottle upside down (hence, the name “upside-down peri bottle”) where the white head of the bottle, where it sprays, is angled and facing towards your perineal area. Squeeze the bottle to get the water to spray upwards and cleanses your perineal area. It’s weirdly soothing.
- Gently dab dry with toilet paper—don’t wipe. I’ve heard wiping can cause additional irritation which is a big “No” in my book. This step is optional, but I prefer not to be dripping water down there.
- Grab your disposable postpartum underwear and pull them halfway up so you can assemble the rest of your healing gear.
- Prep the ice pad—pop, shake, peel, and place. Before you unwrap your padsicle, make sure you fold the pad in half hard enough until you hear a “pop”. Give it a good shake and take the pad out of its wrapper. Remove the adhesive cover on the back and place it it on your postpartum underwear, where it could cover your perineal area.
- Add the cooling liner on top of the ice pad.
- Spray with the witch hazel foam (after it’s all in place to avoid chaos).
- Pull up your underwear, adjust if needed, and you’re good to go.
It might sound like a lot of steps, but it becomes second nature—and more importantly, it works.
Is Frida Mom Just for Postpartum?
No, and that’s one of the reasons I’ve come to love this brand. They offer C-section recovery kits, pregnancy essentials, and even baby care products. It’s a whole ecosystem built around real needs—not just cute onesies and bassinets.
If you’re putting together your own postpartum recovery setup, or shopping for someone who is, this kit is a winner. It’s not glamorous, may not be considered as Instagram-worthy—but it’s one of those gifts that genuinely makes a difference.
And sometimes, the best thing you can give a new mom isn’t another swaddle or bottle warmer—it’s a moment of comfort when everything else feels new, overwhelming, and sore.
