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Peri Bottles for Soothing Postpartum Care
Giving birth is nothing short of a miracle. It also really does some things to your undercarriage. Since wiping is a horror show and not recommended by doctors, it's a miracle that peri bottles exist. These little spray bottles are like gentle rain showers to your raw and ragged tissues, gently cleansing you and soothing soreness without the pain toilet paper would bring.
The Best Peri Bottles
The Facts About Peri Bottles
Peri bottles are small water bottles with a bent arm spraying element that gently washes the perineal area. The experts at Frida Mom, maker of the Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle, say that toilet paper is a big postpartum no-no because,“Oftentimes, after birth, a woman’s vagina (and sometimes even your rectum) is swollen, bruised, has torn and may even have stitches.” Since you shouldn’t be tugging on the healing area, the experts at Frida Mom say that the peri bottle, aka a handheld bidet, is the best way to go. They also note that warm — not hot — water should fill the bottle, and if you're looking for a little extra comfort, you can add a tiny bit of witch hazel.
The best peri bottles are easy to fill, easy to hold, have a gentle spray, and come apart easily for cleaning. They should be made of durable materials that won't warp in hot water to allow for sterilization. And honestly, they should be pretty inexpensive, too.
Here are our picks for the very best peri bottles to help you recover in comfort.
Best Products; Courtesy Frida Mom - 2/8
1) Upside Down Peri Bottle for Postpartum Care
Frida Mom
amazon.com
$15.99
The Frida Mom peri bottle has almost perfect reviews across the board — and everyone I personally spoke to that used this peri bottle loved it, too.
It's easy to fill, easy to clean, and, best of all, it's easy to hold. The severely bent neck of the spout aims the spray exactly where you want it to go, and the spray isn't too wide or too narrow. It cleans where it is supposed to clean without wetting your entire backside.
amazon.com - 3/8
2) Peri Bottle for Postpartum Essentials
Cynpel
amazon.com
$9.99
This bottle is very similar to the Frida in both reviews and shape, but where this differs is the spraying element. It's a more concentrated spray than the Frida, which many moms prefer. Think of it as the sink set to low versus a shower on a light mode.
We do suggest soaking the nozzle of any peri bottle in a disinfecting solution pretty regularly. Just make sure to rinse it well.
amazon.com - 4/8
3) Peri Bottle for Gentle Postpartum Care and Cleansing
Lansinoh
amazon.com
$15.99
What the Lansinoh peri bottle has on other bottles is the size of the bottle itself. Where most bottles are in the 6- to 8-ounce size, the Lansioh peri bottle holds over 12 ounces. It's practically a whole shower for your damaged downtown.
It allows you to keep it filled on your counter for a few uses, which, trust me, is a win for new parents.
amazon.com - 5/8
4) Peri Bottle for Postpartum Care
Ninja Mama
amazon.com
$9.99
It's called Ninja Mama for a reason. This thing is as stealthy as a peri bottle gets. It has a retractable nozzle so that it will fit in a compact bag that won't take up a ton of space in your diaper bag or purse.
It's also under $8, which is a really great deal for a peri bottle with such a big feature. The nozzle is a bit trickier to clean, but it's not hard.
amazon.com - 6/8
5) Electric Portable Bidet for Postpartum Essentials
HOMLEX
amazon.com
$24.99
This one is new, but I got to try it out, and it could be a gamechanger for people like me who had traumatic births and are not quite so stable on their feet postpartum.
If you have mobility issues or if you're shaky after giving birth, this battery-operated bidet-style peri bottle is a great choice. The spray is even and soothing, it's not that hard to clean, and it is portable.
amazon.com - 7/8
6) Peri Bottle 500ml for Postpartum Care
Zitrads
amazon.com
$14.88
A large basin and an easy-to-clean nozzle are what make this bottle a standout. Also, let's hear it for a bottle that isn't pink.
It holds 500 milliliters (or almost 17 ounces) and has a unique pump mechanism that uses air to force water out of the nozzle. It's great for users who might not be able to squeeze a bottle.
amazon.com - 8/8
7) Travel Bidet Peri Bottle (3-Pack)
AVAbay
amazon.com
$14.95
As travel-friendly as they come, this three-pack of peri bottles is simple in its design because they’re compact and discreet. It’s basically a tiny water bottle with a fixed nozzle — and while it’s not flashy or fancy by any means, it gets the job done.
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