What are hot and cold packs?
Hot and cold packs are small containers that provide either heat or cold for use in dulling the sensations of pain and discomfort. They come in a variety of styles and shapes. Hospitals generally have chemical hot and cold packs that can be activated and used for about 1/2 an hour. You could also use a hot water bottle, ice wrapped in a towel or many other ways to bring warmth or cold to a part of the mother’s body.
