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Looking for the best postpartum underwear? Nyssa’s FourthWear stands out with its patented 360° pocket for targeted ice or heat therapy, high-waisted compression fit, and expert-backed design. Unlike disposable or fashion-only options, it’s reusable, supportive, and made for real healing after both vaginal and C-section births.
Looking for the best postpartum underwear to support your postpartum recovery after childbirth?
Whether you're healing from a vaginal delivery or a C-section, the right postpartum underwear makes all the difference in comfort, mobility, and long-term healing. We compared the top three postpartum underwear brands - Nyssa, Frida Mom, and Bodily - as well as the hospital mesh you can receive, and the results are clear: Nyssa's FourthWear Underwear offers unmatched support, relief, and long-term value.
Nyssa’s FourthWear Underwear is the only postpartum underwear designed to deliver targeted healing support through its patented 360° pocket and stretch design. Whether you're experiencing perineal pain, c-section incision discomfort, pelvic swelling, period pain, or breastfeeding soreness this functional postpartum underwear allows you to insert Nyssa’s reusable Ice or Heat Therapy Packs - Between Legs Perineal, Uterine Reusable Pack and Breast/Chest Packs - and for localized ice or heat therapy exactly where you need postpartum and period pain relief.
360° Pocket System: Holds ice or heat packs at the front, back, or between the legs
Soft and Supportive Fit: High-waisted with gentle compression, ideal for both C-section and vaginal births
Designed by Experts: Created by women for women with input from OB-GYNs, doulas, and pelvic floor therapists
Reusable & Sustainable: Machine-washable and eco-friendly alternative to disposables
Pairs Perfectly with other Nyssa Products:
Between Legs Ice/Heat Perineal Pack - the perfect companion to our FourthWear Underwear, whether you're dealing with swelling, sutures, or tenderness. This Perennial ice/heat pack contours ideally between the legs to south hemorrhoids, vaginal tearing and the perineal region.
Uterine Reusable Ice/Heat Pack - the first alternating ice or heat therapy pack that fits perfectly over a woman’s abdomen and uterus, where endometriosis, postpartum pain, and period pain originate
Breast/Chest Ice/Heat Packs - perfect for chest tightness and breast soreness caused by breastfeeding soreness, breast engorgement, prenatal surgery, and postnatal surgery, mastitis, clogged ducts, and more, these ice and heat therapy packs fit perfectly in Nyssa’s Fourthwear bralette
Postpartum Organic Cotton Pads - Nyssa Fourthwear was designed to hold pads in place with its widened gusset. These pads are essential for suture and postpartum bleeding.
For Long-term Use: Not only is Fourthwear designed for immediate postpartum recovery, but it can (and also should) be worn and used for months after you give birth for postpartum recovery and healing. Aside from postpartum, you can also wear these while pregnant! Nyssa Fourthwear can comfortably be worn over the bump or folded down under.
For Maximum Postpartum Comfort, consider Nyssa Postpartum Recovery Bundles, which include a variety of sets so you can pick and choose from. From period to postpartum care to women’s health awareness, Nyssa has you covered.
What Nyssa Customers Are Saying:
“This underwear changed my recovery. I could walk more, rest more, and actually heal faster.” — Verified Buyer
"Nyssa's pads and underwear are chef's kiss 🤌 It's the little things right now, that make a big difference." - Kristen T.
"I have actually had a pair of the underwear with cooling pack for 2, almost 3 babies, and they have been a lifesaver! Super comfortable, was true to size for me, and soft! Definitely excited to use them again in the coming few weeks." - Chloe A.
"Makes recovery so much better! Makes recovery so much better! Not only does it feel amazing and help with swelling, but it also makes you feel a little more yourself, not having to wear disposable underwear everywhere." Erin H.
"Great Choice for C-Sections. I bought these when I was preparing to have a C-section, and they were fantastic. Love the quality material. Supportive without being restrictive." - Colleen S
Nyssa Postpartum underwear is now available in Mocha Mousse! Check out the new collection here.
Frida Mom offers high-rise mesh underwear for short-term postpartum use. It's sold in 8 counts, and is offered in bundles, sold as a hospital recovery kit.
Pros:
Disposable and easy to use
Cons:
Not reusable - creates waste and ongoing cost
No therapeutic features or targeted support
Limited size options and stretch retention
Mesh material feels scratchy on the skin (much like what they give you at the hospital!), only providing basic comfort
Bottom line:
Good for short-term use, but not a comprehensive recovery solution.
Bodily’s All-In Panty is a high-rise, soft-fabric underwear designed to be worn postpartum. It’s marketed as stylish and comfortable, but lacks features that actively support healing.
Pros:
Made from breathable micromodal
Aesthetic, minimalist design
Cons:
No compatibility with ice/heat packs
Lacks compression or medical-grade support
Expensive for a basic product
Bottom line:
Comfortable, but more fashion-focused than function-forward. Nyssa is seamless, but Bodily is not.
This is the disposable mesh underwear most hospitals provide immediately after birth. It’s designed for function over comfort and meant for temporary use during the first days of postpartum recovery.
Pros:
Readily available in hospitals
Cons:
Disposable—creates waste and can't be reused
Mesh material is non-absorbent with literal holes in it, like gauze
No compression or healing support
No targeted area for ice or heat therapy
Does not hold pads to the body to absorb postpartum fluids that drain
Can feel scratchy, saggy, and unsupportive
One-size-fits-all design lacks real fit or comfort
Bottom line:
What they give you at the hospital gets the job done, but it’s not made for healing… It’s made just to help you survive those first few days. Like Frida Mom, the scratchy mesh postpartum underwear is best as a temporary solution until you switch to (or choose from the jump!) something more supportive and made for healing like Nyssa FourthWear.
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Feature |
Nyssa |
Frida Mom |
Bodily |
Hospital |
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Reusable |
✅ |
❌ |
✅ |
❌ |
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Ice/Heat Pack Integration |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
❌ |
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Expert-Designed for Recovery |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
❌ |
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Eco-Friendly |
✅ |
❌ |
✅ |
❌ |
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C-Section & Vaginal Birth Support |
✅ |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
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Inclusive of Different Body Types |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
✅ |
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Seamless |
✅ |
✅ |
❌ |
✅ |
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Targeted Pain Relief |
✅ |
❌ |
❌ |
❌ |
If you're serious about postpartum healing, Nyssa’s FourthWear Postpartum Recovery Underwear is the only underwear that checks every box.
Designed to support real healing, reduce swelling, and ease pain, Nyssa goes beyond comfort—it promotes wellness.
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