Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear vs Parasol Postpartum Underwear

The Postpartum Underwear is labeled Maximum absorbency; the Postpartum Underwear, Up to 8 pads of absorbency (holds the equivalent of eight regular pads).

Only the differences are shown.

Always Discreet Postpartum UnderwearParasol Postpartum Underwear
TypeDisposable postpartum underwearDisposable postpartum underwear
SizesS/M, L, XL/XXLM/L (waist 22-42", 88-150 lbs); L/XL (waist 32-52", 110-180+ lbs)
Absorbency (maker)Maximum absorbencyUp to 8 pads of absorbency (holds the equivalent of eight regular pads)
WaistNot listedHigh waist
Fragrance-freeYes, per the labelYes, per the label
Added ingredientsNot listedAlpha-Bisabolol (botanical ingredient in the topsheet)
MaterialRapidDry core that turns liquid to gel; LeakGuardsFragrance-free topsheet with alpha-bisabolol; totally chlorine-free wood pulp core with super absorbent polymer; spandex; leak-proof backsheet (per the maker)
Standards (maker's words)Not listed"OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 materials screening; FSC-certified pulp; Dermatest "Excellent" rating for sensitive skin"
Maker's warningsMade without fragrances, parabens, and latex (from natural rubber)Made without fragrances, lotions, parabens, phthalates, latex

Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear

Disposable postpartum underwear from Always Discreet in three sizes, with a RapidDry core, LeakGuards and a fragrance-free design (per the maker). Listed as maximum absorbency.

  • Three size groups
  • The maker says it fits sizes 2-26

Parasol Postpartum Underwear

High-waist disposable postpartum underwear from Parasol in two sizes, with a fragrance-free topsheet and absorbency the maker equates to eight regular pads.

  • Fragrance-free topsheet (per the maker)
  • OEKO-TEX and FSC wording
  • High waist