What to Know About Postpartum Underwear and Why It Matters

There’s a lot no one tells you about the postpartum period. After birth, your body goes through major physical, emotional and hormonal changes. You might be healing from tearing or stitches, dealing with postpartum bleeding, or navigating early symptoms of conditions like postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis or postpartum hair loss. One of the most overlooked postpartum essentials is something you’ll wear every single day. Your underwear. Choosing the right post labour underwear makes a huge difference in how supported and comfortable you feel during those early weeks.

What is postpartum underwear and why is it different?
Postpartum underwear is specially designed to support your body as it heals after childbirth. It’s not just regular undies in a bigger size. Quality underwear postpartum should be soft, stretchy and high-waisted, offering comfort without pressure on healing areas. It also needs to manage postpartum bleeding effectively. Whether you’ve had a vaginal birth or a C-section, you need underwear that won’t shift, rub or make you feel uncomfortable.

Why reusable beats disposable postpartum underwear
Disposable postpartum underwear can feel rough, bulky and impersonal. Our postpartum knickers are made for real mums who want softness, support and sustainability. They are leak-proof, fully washable and designed with a lining that extends all the way to the back waistband to help prevent leaks while lying down. This feature is especially helpful during the first days of postpartum haemorrhage and overnight changes.

What’s inside the Fanzy Pantz Postpartum Kit
The Postpartum Underwear Kit includes two pairs of super soft leak-proof undies that stretch and support your recovering body. It also comes with intimate wipes that are gentle on sensitive skin, a waterproof neoprene travel pouch, and a mesh laundry bag to make washing easier. It’s everything you need to feel clean, dry and confident, whether you're at home, in hospital or on the go. It also makes the perfect gift for a new mum or baby shower.

Postpartum is more than physical recovery
The postpartum period is often called the fourth trimester, and it involves more than physical healing. Emotional and mental health challenges like postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis are more common than most people realise. Hormonal shifts can also lead to postpartum hair loss or postpartum alopecia. Having everyday essentials like breathable, supportive underwear helps provide a sense of comfort and routine during a time that can feel overwhelming.

Final word
Comfort matters. From postpartum bleeding to emotional recovery, having the right postpartum underwear is a small but powerful way to care for yourself after birth. Ditch the bulky disposable postpartum underwear and choose something you’ll actually want to wear. Fanzy Pantz combines softness, stretch and leak protection in every pair so you can focus on what matters most. You.