Use:
I used these both cold (frozen) and hot (miscrowaved) for different reasons with different results. COLD: these frost up and get cold rather quickly, I would use them every couple hours between feedings to reduce engorgement. I felt as though they got cold quickly but would defrost very soon after inserting into my bra. I did not find these that great cold. HOT: I loved these hot, I would pop them into the microwave for 20-25 seconds and then wear them a few minutes before pumping and during pumping. They stayed warm my entire pump session, and sometimes needed a cool off period before using.
What's in the box:
Two gel inserts shaped like an "C" and two fabric covers came in the plastic box.
Fabric cover:
These come with two purple washable fabric covers. You fold and insert the gel package into the cover and clasp the button to close. These covers are good for (1) cold for engorgment and (2) pre-feeding or pumping - NOT good while pumping since they often got sticky from breast milk. The fabric is soft-ish and washes well.
HOT for Pumping:
I loved these for use before and during pumping as they helped increase my milk flow. Microwave (20-25 seconds), pop in my bra for a few minutes, remove and wrap around the pump flange and then start pumping. These stayed in place while pumping without having to hold them in place.
Washable:
I rinsed these in the sink after every use and hand dried if using frozen or air dried if using hot.
Overall:
Not as soft as other hot/cold breast products but easy to clean, stays warm, easy to use while pumping. Don't stay cold for long after inserting into bra.
