Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear Maxi Pad - S/M - 16ct
$14.99 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
UP TO 12 HOURS OF MAXIMUM POSTPARTUM PROTECTION - For postpartum bleeding and bladder leaks
MADE SOFT TO FIT AND FEEL LIKE UNDERWEAR. Gentle for sensitive skin
UNIQUE, SUPER ABSORBENT CORE turns liquid to gel to absorb bladder leaks in seconds
COTTONY SOFT 4-WAY STRETCH FABRIC forms to your body like underwear
MADE WITHOUT parabens, dyes, latex, and fragrances
EASY OPEN BAGS for convenience
DESIGNED TO FIT ALL KINDS OF CURVES from dress/pant sizes 2-26W+. Find your fit on the Always Discreet My Fit size chart
DISCREET DISPOSABLE UNDERWEAR is available in bulk, ships discreetly and is FSA/HSA eligible
Description
Looking for maximum postpartum protection that is surprisingly underwear like and comfortable? Choose Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear for sensitive skin protection for postpartum bleeding, discharge, lochia and bladder protection that cares for skin. Its super absorbent RapidDRY core offers protection against leaks and cares for sensitive skin by turning liquid to gel. The underwear helps prevent moisture build-up and gives you up to 100% leak-free protection that lasts up to 12 hours. Designed with postpartum sensitive skin in mind, the incredibly soft underwear has been dermatologically tested and made without fragrances, parabens, and latex*. Thanks to its 360 degrees FormFit design, the incontinence underwear fits close to your body and smoothly under clothes, unlike bulky adult diapers. Always Discreet Postpartum Maximum Absorbency Underwear is ideal for the heaviest of leaks and postpartum bleeding or lochia. If you're experiencing moderate or frequent leaks, try Always Discreet Moderate Postpartum pads. Make caring for sensitive skin a priority with Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear. Get up to 100% protection for you or your loved one to feel confident. * from natural rubber
WARNING: LIKE MOST ARTICLES OF CLOTHING, UNDERWEAR CAN BURN IF EXPOSED TO FLAME OR OTHER SOURCE OF IGNITION. TO AVOID DANGER OF SUFFOCATION, KEEP THIS PLASTIC BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND CHILDREN.
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Size
Waist
Absorbency
S/M
24-40 inches
Maximum
L
38-50 inches
Maximum
XL
48-64 inches
Maximum
XXL
62-80 inches
Maximum
All sizes in inches unless otherwise noted.
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 6.024 inches length x 8.898 inches width x 8.031 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.577 pounds
Return details
This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
Q: Do I need to buy pads to insert or is a pad built into the disposable undies?
submitted by First Time User - 6 months ago
A: These are all you need. They come with a built-in pad, that holds a lot of liquid.
submitted byamorosa101 - 4 months ago
A: Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear is designed with a built-in unique super absorbent core, so no pad is needed when wearing Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear.
submitted byAlways - 2 months ago
Brand expert
Q: Do these work for those who have had a c section? Or did they irritate your scar?
submitted by KrissyMama - 10 months ago
A: No there super soft and the best option in my opinion! I just had a csection 2 days ago and these have been my most comfortable option.
submitted byDanielle - 8 months ago
A: Great question! All of our products are designed with safety and comfort in mind as these are our top priorities.
submitted byAlways Discreet - 10 months ago
Brand expert
Q: Why do these say they are FSA/HSA eligible, but don’t ring up that way?
submitted by L - 7 months ago
A: Always Discreet may qualify for flexible spending account coverage. You will want to confirm this with your insurance provider.
submitted byAlways - 7 months ago
Brand expert
Q: Is sizing based on one’s pre pregnancy size?
submitted by LV - 9 months ago
A: Sizing is based on your current weight and pant size. Size S/M fits pant sizes 2-14 or 100-190lbs. Size Large fits pant sizes 14-20 or 170-260 lbs. XL fits pant sizes 20-24 or 200-300lbs.
submitted byAlways - 9 months ago
Brand expert
Q: Does this product feature LeakGuard design like the Always Discreet Incontinence Underwear?
submitted by K - 1 year ago
A: Yes! All Always Discreet Underwear have double LeakGuards™ to help stop leaks where they happen most.
submitted byAlways - 11 months ago
Brand expert
Q: Are these pads scented?
submitted by Sy - 1 year ago
A: These Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear are scent free.
The Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear is a popular choice for new moms seeking comfort and protection during the postpartum period. Guests appreciate its absorbency, soft material, and discreet design, which provides confidence and ease of use. However, some guests have noted issues with sizing and tightness around the thighs. Overall, it offers a reliable solution for postpartum needs, with many recommending it over traditional hospital options.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.4
4.4 out of 5 stars
230 star ratings
4.4 out of 5 stars with 230 reviews
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2.5 out of 5
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easy to clean
3.0 out of 5
easy to clean: 3 out of 5
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3.1 out of 5
safety: 3.07 out of 5
38% would recommend
26 recommendations
Leg holes too tight!
2 out of 5 stars
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Reviewer123 - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Yes theyre soft but its a lie to say they are sizes 0-14 - the leg holes are SO tight that they were cutting into my skin. For reference - I am a size 6 pre pregnancy/size 8 during. I cannot imagine how this would be comfortable for anybody unless they have incredibly skinny legs and/or are no bigger than a size 2 (MAYBE a 4). Ouch.
1 reply from Always team - 29 days ago
We're sorry to hear this. We understand that every body is unique, so we have many quality checks to ensure you get the best from Always Discreet, and have developed a wide range of products designed to fit different body types, and preferences. If you're still using the underwear, we recommend stopping. We'd like to find the right fit for you, as well as share your experience with our Safety Team, so when you have a chance, please get in touch with us at (855) 206-8286.
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Waistband gave me a rash
1 out of 5 stars
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reviewer - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
Waistband gave me a rash
1 reply from Always team - 3 months ago
We want to reassure you that our underwear contains safe materials with high-quality ingredients that undergo rigorous testing to meet strict safety and government regulations globally. We're sorry you got a rash and hope your symptoms have improved. Feedback from our consumers helps us design our products, and we take feedback like this very seriously. We recommend you no longer use these underwear and set them aside for further review. Our safety and quality teams want to learn more about your experience so we can help with your purchase. Please call us at 1-855-206-8286, M - F, 9 am to 6 pm EST for further assistance.
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Tell other moms to be!!
5 out of 5 stars
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kmf - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
If I was to have another baby, these would be at the top of my registry! SO much better than what they give you at the hospital! So so comfortable! Would be so great to add to a gift basket for a mama to be!
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Get it girl. Just get it.
5 out of 5 stars
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Ranita - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
Really comfortable, good quality. If you are using these for afterbirth situation. I HIGHLY recommend. Along with the other items, but we are here to talk about these.
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5.0 out of 5
easy to clean: 5 out of 5
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safety: 5 out of 5
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Postpartum Must-Have
5 out of 5 stars
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Jessieskylyn - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
Loved these for postpartum! Wishing I had brought more to the hospital because these fit SO much better than the “one size fits all” style in the hospital. Only note: I do agree these likely run small. I’m a size 0 and they fit me great, but I agree with others saying anyone above a size 8 or so will likely want to size up to the L or XL.
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Great protection
5 out of 5 stars
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maddie - 3 months ago
I got this for when I have my baby next month great product heard it works great
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5.0 out of 5
safety: 5 out of 5
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Hard to change right after a c-section, when movement is painful.
3 out of 5 stars
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Zepplin20 - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
I thought a great idea but fresh C-section and changing underwear frequently is quite painful/uncomfortable. I’d personally suggest high waisted underwear and disposable pads instead, less taxing on the body.
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2.0 out of 5
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safety: 2 out of 5
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Never used them but...
1 out of 5 stars
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Lily - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
This was filthy upon delivery. The package was so dirty I wiped it down with a cloth and the cloth was all brown with dirt.
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Leaking problem, poor design!
1 out of 5 stars
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ViViNg - 4 months ago
Leaking!!!! From 2 sides of the bottom!! I had my 2nd day of my period (so not heavy flow, more like medium flow) and on my bottom the liquid leaked from 2 sides or my thighs. The next thing I know that I made the mess in front of everyone while I was at work. 😞
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easy to clean: 1 out of 5
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Postpartum
5 out of 5 stars
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G - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
Great for postpartum. Had a c section and used these for a week after I got home from the hospital. They didn’t bother my incision at all. Ordered another brand as well but definitely preferred these
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Too Tight
1 out of 5 stars
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Msj - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
They Are very tight at the hips. I’m typically a size 8 and I was cutting the sides to try to get some relief. They are itchy and dig in so bad, I had dents in my legs and couldn’t sleep with these.
1 reply from Always team - 7 months ago
We never want you feel anything but comfortable and protected, so we're sorry to hear this and hope you're feeling better! Safety is our top priority and all our products are thoroughly evaluated to be safe when used as directed. We recommend discontinuing the use of the product, and hope it helps to know that Always Discreet disposable underwear was designed to fit like regular underwear. The sizing chart listed on the back of the package, which includes both waist circumference and weight ranges, is intended to guide you to the size Always Discreet underwear you should try first. If you feel the size you chose is too small, we recommend that you try moving to the next larger available. We'd like to learn more to help you with this as well as share this experience with our Safety and Quality Teams, so we hope you can give us a call when able at 1-855-206-8286, M-F 9am-6pm EST.
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easy to clean: 2 out of 5
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Okay but not my favorite
3 out of 5 stars
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Lena - 8 months ago
I got them as backup to the big A house brand. These work but get uncomfortable when whatever granulate inside gets solid. They feel super heavy. I preferred the ones from big A as they also allowed me to add an extra pad to change out. The Always brand will break when taking the pad off.
1 reply from Always team - 8 months ago
Thank you for sharing this with us, Lena! We have many quality tests to ensure our underwear has the coverage, protection, and fit you expect, so we are sorry to hear you felt discomfort while wearing our underwear. From what you described, it sounds like you are referring to hardened absorbent gelling material (AGM). Always Discreet Postpartum underwear has a super absorbent RapidDry core that offers protection against leaks and cares for sensitive skin by turning liquid into gel. The Absorbent Gel Material (AGM) enables fluid distribution throughout the core and then stores it away from the surface. With your satisfaction and comfort meaning everything to us, we'd like to learn more about your experience and share this with our Quality Team. When you have time, please give us a call at (855) 206-8286, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
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Not Stretchy around the thighs
3 out of 5 stars
Kymommaky5 - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
They are very absorbent, however, I was a little disappointed in the stretchiness. The top part around the waist is stretchy and comfy, but the holes that your legs go through aren’t stretchy whatsoever. They just squeeze the top part of your thighs. I still ended up using them PP. I had to tear the part that hugs your thighs a little bit, to make them comfy.
1 reply from Always Discreet team - 8 months ago
Thank you for sharing this with us! There's nothing more important to us than the quality of our products, which is why they go through strict quality checks! Always Discreet Postpartum underwear is designed to fit like regular underwear. The cuffs which are made of nonwoven material with elastics inside, are designed to fit in the leg area to help stop leaks where most leaks occur and should not be removed. If you feel the size you chose does not fit properly, we recommend moving to the next largest size available for a more comfortable fit and better protection. So we can learn more about your experience and share this with our Quality Team, please give us a call at (855) 206-8286, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
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Fine item
3 out of 5 stars
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Grammom46 - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
This item got the job done. I bought the small/medium and I am usually a size 6. I do not think these would fit anyone larger than a size 8 comfortably. Size up if you are on the edge. They also gave me diaper rash on my butt so I stopped using them. I also had a few leaks with them and I wasn’t even bleeding that bad. Save your money and buy the cheaper period or bladder control diapers.
1 reply from Always team - 8 months ago
Thank you for sharing this with us, and we are sorry to hear this happened! Safety is our top priority and all our products are thoroughly evaluated to be safe when used as directed. We agree it was best to discontinue the use of the product if it was causing rashes. Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear is designed to provide up to 100% maximum Postpartum protection for up to 12 hours, so we are sorry to hear you experienced leaks. What you have described is not something we would expect and is never the experience we want any of our Always Discreet users to have. With your safety and protection meaning everything to us, we'd like to learn more about your experience. When you have a chance, please give us a call at (855) 206-8286, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
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-10/10
1 out of 5 stars
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ij5433 - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
I bought these for postpartum and they’re horrible. they’re very narrow and they don’t stick to anything. 0/10. buy different ones
1 reply from Always team - 8 months ago
Thank you for sharing this with us, and we are sorry to hear this! Our products go through many quality checks to ensure they reach you in perfect condition and deliver the benefits as advertised. Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear is designed to fit like regular underwear. What you have described is not something we would expect and we'd like to learn more about your experience. When you have some time, please give us a call at (855) 206-8286, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
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Horrible
1 out of 5 stars
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M_J - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
These are horrible. They are so uncomfortable and hard. Sitting and walking in these postpartum is a nightmare.
1 reply from Always Discreet team - 9 months ago
Thank you for sharing this with us! There's nothing more important to us than the quality of our products, which is why they go through strict quality checks! Always Discreet Postpartum underwear is designed with postpartum sensitive skin in mind, the incredibly soft underwear is dermatologically tested and made without fragrances, parabens, and latex. Thanks to its 360° FormFit design, the postpartum underwear fits close to your body and smoothly under clothes, unlike bulky adult diapers. We are sorry to hear this was not the case with your pack. With your comfort and protection meaning everything to us, we'd like to learn more about your experience. When you have some time, please give us a call at (855) 206-8286, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
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safety: 1 out of 5
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Uncomfortable. My wife is mad at me now!
1 out of 5 stars
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Jngx80 - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
So my wife purchased always discreet boutique when she had our first baby. She loved it and asked me to buy some more except I read the descriptions about the difference between postpartum underwear and the discreet boutique ones which are meant for periods. So I thought let's give this one a try. She wore one and thought it was uncomfortable (didn't tell me at the time) and then a second one before she told me that they were hurting her when she sat down. We felt the pad on another pair and could feel lumps in the padding/underwear so imagine sitting on randomly situated flattened cotton balls. Now she's mad at me and I'm going to the store to return and hoping they'll take back the opened one.
1 reply from Always team - 9 months ago
Thank you for sharing this with us, and we are sorry to hear this happened! Safety is our top priority and all our products are thoroughly evaluated to be safe when used as directed. We recommend your wife discontinue the use of the product if it is causing her pain. Always Discreet postpartum underwear is designed with sensitive skin in mind as they are dermatologically tested and made without parabens or latex. These underwear are ideal for the heaviest of leaks and postpartum bleeding. They are incredibly soft, stretchy, and absorbent so you can be as comfortable as possible. What you have described is not something we would expect. With your wife's safety and satisfaction meaning everything to us, we'd like to learn more about her experience and help find the best product that fits her needs. When she has some time, please have her give us a call at (855) 206-8286, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
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Feels like youre sitting on a rock, gives you a rash, and fits poorly
2 out of 5 stars
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Ashley E - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
I have no idea how these have such good reviews. I bought these postpartum diapers bc the ingredients were better than other adult diapers (specifically, they don’t have fragrance). They’re absorbent enough, which is good. However they’re insanely uncomfortable. I thought at first that I was just sore from giving birth, but then I ran out of these diapers and switched to maxi pads and immediately realized that these postpartum diapers were making me so much more sore and uncomfortable than I already was from just giving birth. First of all the sizing is a lie - it says these fit up to size 14 but I’m a 10 w skinny legs and they’re so tight on my thighs that it makes marks cutting off circulation. I ended up having to rip the sides of every pair to make the leg holes bigger in order for them to not be squeezing my already skinny thighs. Second, they gave me an insane rash all over my butt from whatever material they’re made from (I changed to a new diaper every time I used the bathroom and the rash only went away when I switched to maxi pads instead). And most importantly, the absorbent gel core is literally hard as a rock, even when you put on a brand new dry diaper. It’s insanely uncomfortable to sit on and was making me so much more sore after giving birth bc there was hard material constantly pressing up on my bits. I literally hate these and am so glad that I accidentally ran out of them and had to switch to something else bc they were making my pp recovery so much more unpleasant than it needed to be.
1 reply from Always team - 9 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to share this with us, and we are sorry to hear this happened, Ashley! Safety is our top priority and all our products are thoroughly evaluated to be safe when used as directed. We agree it is best to discontinue the use of the product for your safety. The sides of the Always Discreet Postpartum underwear are not designed to be torn/removed as the cuffs/barriers, made of nonwoven material with elastics inside, are designed to fit in the leg area to help stop leaks in that area as that is where most leaks occur. These underwear also have an absorbent core with Absorbent Gel Material (AGM) that turns liquid and odor to gel, for dry protection. It's helpful to know that if the Absorbent Gel Material in our underwear is exposed to moisture, which can happen during shipping or storage, it can cause it to harden. What you have described is not the experience we want our Always Discreet community to have. With your safety and satisfaction meaning the world to us, we'd like to learn more about your experience and share this with our team. When you have some time, please give us a call at (855) 206-8286, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
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AMAZING! Best postpartum find.
5 out of 5 stars
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Tea18 - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
I wish I had these after my previous pregnancies. They are SO comfortable and much better than those big pads + mesh underwear from the hospital. I purchased the S/M size as pre-pregnancy I wore a size 6. They fit great!
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Know your size!
5 out of 5 stars
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Nia S - 10 months ago
These ONLY fit size Small and Medium women. I see a lot of y'all saying you're 12-14 in size when you know that means you're actually a LARGE. Medium only goes up to size 10. Look at a size chart if you still don't understand your size. You're welcome!