Difrax Lovi Cooling Gel Nursing Pads, 2-Pack

What are Difrax Lovi Gel Pads used for?

Difrax Lovi cooling gel pads are reusable pads designed to be placed on the breasts for breastfeeding and pumping. They are medical devices that can be used warm or cold, depending on your needs.

When used warm—before or during a feeding or pumping session—they help unblock milk ducts. When used cold, they soothe sensitive breasts. The same pad can be used for both purposes: it can be warmed in the microwave and cooled in the refrigerator or freezer.

The set includes two compresses, so you can use one for each breast or keep one chilled while the other is in use.

We also offer Mustela Maternity’s Organic Nursing Balm, a treatment to apply to the nipples between feedings.

What are the features of these compresses?

Each pad is filled with gel beads that keep the pad flexible, so it conforms to the curve of the breast. It is shaped like an 18.5 cm open ring that fits around the nipple and slips into a nursing bra.

One side is soft and gentle on the skin and can be placed directly against it once the temperature has been checked.

Helpful tip: Keep a compress in the refrigerator or freezer during the first few weeks of breastfeeding. That way, it’s ready to use whenever you need it.

How to use Difrax Lovi Gel Pads?

To warm: Place a compress flat in the microwave, without folding it, and heat each compress separately for 40 seconds at 385 W or 25 seconds at 600 W. Check that it’s warm but not hot; if it’s not warm enough, heat it for an additional 5 seconds. Use it before or during breastfeeding or pumping, for a maximum of 20 minutes at a time.

For cold use: Place the compress in the refrigerator or freezer (about 2 hours at -18 °C). Check the temperature before applying and use it for no more than 20 minutes at a time.

Detailed instructions are included in the package insert inside the box.

What are the precautions for use?

• For your safety, follow the instructions. Consult a specialist if necessary.
• Check the compress before each use and do not use it if it is damaged or leaking.
• Never put a frozen compress in the microwave; never place a warm compress in the freezer.
• Always check the temperature before applying it to the skin.
• Store the pads in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Introducing Difrax Lovi Gel Pads

Box of 2 reusable gel breast pads (item no. C652), with instructions.

Our Expert Tips on Difrax Lovi Gel Pads

Place the compress with the soft side against the skin, positioning the ring opening to clear the nipple: when warm, you can keep it in place during breastfeeding or while the breast pump is running. Limit each application to a maximum of 20 minutes, then allow the skin to return to its normal temperature before reapplying.

FAQ

Can the pads be used during a feeding?

Yes, when warm: they can be used before or during breastfeeding or pumping, thanks to their ring shape that leaves the nipple exposed.

Are the compresses reusable?

Yes. Just check before each use to make sure they aren’t damaged or punctured, and store them in a cool, dry place between uses.

How long can you keep a compress on?

A maximum of 20 minutes at a time, whether hot or cold.

This medical device is a regulated health product that bears the CE mark in accordance with these regulations. Read the instructions carefully before use.