Natracare
New Mother Maternity Pads, Pack of 10
8.3/10 overall£7.68 (pack of 10)
High-absorbency, organic-cotton maternity pads designed for the heavier bleeding after birth, not standard period pads.
The verdict
Bounty's Super maternity pads are a widely stocked, inexpensive option built with higher absorbency for the heavier postpartum bleeding the NHS says can last up to six weeks. A genuine hospital-bag essential rather than an optional extra — pack more than one pack, since they're basic without wings or extra retention features.
Postpartum bleeding (lochia) is heavier and lasts longer than a period — the NHS advises it can continue on and off for up to six weeks — and maternity pads are built with a higher absorbency core and a longer, wider shape than standard sanitary pads to handle that. Bounty's Super pads are a widely stocked, straightforward option specifically designed for the first, heaviest days after birth.
The NHS is explicit that tampons and menstrual cups should not be used for the first six weeks after birth due to infection risk, which makes maternity pads a genuine hospital-bag essential rather than an optional extra — pack more than you think you'll need for the first few days.
Is the New Mother Maternity Pads, Pack of 10 worth it?
- Purpose-built absorbency for postpartum bleeding, not repurposed period pads
- Widely available and inexpensive
- Simple, no-fuss design
What are the downsides of the New Mother Maternity Pads, Pack of 10?
- You'll need more than one pack for the first week
- Basic design without wings or extra retention features some brands offer
- Not reusable/eco-friendly
Specs
- Pack size
- 10 pads
- Absorbency
- Super, for heavier postpartum bleeding
- Suitable for
- First days after birth
How we scored it
Effectiveness
How well it does its stated job.
Reliable absorbency for the heaviest postpartum days.
Convenience
How easy it is to use and pack for the hospital bag.
Widely stocked and simple to use.
Value for Money
Cost relative to what you get.
Inexpensive, practical to buy in bulk before the birth.
Weighted by importance for this category — see our editorial policy for how we test.
How this review was done
We haven't used the New Mother Maternity Pads, Pack of 10 ourselves yet. This review is built from Natracare's published specifications and product information, and scored the same way as everything else on the site. We'll update it, and the badge above, once we've tested it hands-on.
How it compares
|  |  |  | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £7.68 (pack of 10) | £5.49 (pack of 5) | £12.00 (38 pack) | £9.49 (40ml) |
| Overall score | 8.3/10 | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 | 8.1/10 |
| Pack size | 10 pads | 5 pairs | 38 nappies | — |
| Suitable for | First days after birth | — | — | Breastfeeding, cracked or sore nipples |
| Size | — | — | Size 1 (2-5kg) | 40ml tube |
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need maternity pads instead of normal period pads?+
Postpartum bleeding (lochia) is heavier and lasts longer than a period — the NHS says it can continue on and off for up to six weeks — and maternity pads have a higher absorbency core and a longer, wider shape than standard sanitary pads specifically built to handle that heavier flow.
Can I use tampons or a menstrual cup after birth instead?+
No — the NHS is explicit that tampons and menstrual cups shouldn't be used for the first six weeks after birth due to infection risk, which is exactly why maternity pads are a genuine hospital-bag essential rather than an optional extra you could substitute with period products.
How many packs of Bounty maternity pads should I pack?+
More than one — you'll need more than a single 10-pack to get through the first, heaviest week, so it's worth packing extra in the hospital bag and having more waiting at home ready for when you get back from hospital.
Are Bounty pads reusable or eco-friendly?+
No, they're a simple, no-fuss disposable design without wings or extra retention features some other brands offer, but they're widely available, inexpensive, and specifically designed for the heaviest first days after birth rather than being repurposed standard everyday period pads.
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Reviewed by
Sepehr
Software engineer, soon-to-be dad, uncle to four — the tech-obsessed half of the two of us testing this stuff. Currently building this site with my wife, ahead of our own baby arriving.