Wheat Bag for Pregnancy & New Mums - Natural Seed Head Lavender Heat Pack for Pain Relief

Essential Comfort for Pregnancy & New Motherhood

Pregnancy keeping you awake? Recovering from birth? Feeding position giving you discomfort? This natural seed head lavender wheat bag is specifically designed for the comfort needs of pregnancy and new motherhood. It's safer than a hot water bottle (no risk of leaks or burns), and the lavender helps you actually relax when you desperately need rest.

What It Provides

• Pregnancy comfort: Supports your lower back while sitting or lying down
• Third trimester support: Gentle warmth soothes your changing body
• After-birth comfort: Natural warmth when you need it most
• Feeding position support: Drape around neck and shoulders during long feeding sessions
• Post-birth recovery: Gentle warmth aids comfort (check with your midwife first)
• Breastfeeding support: Warm compress for comfort before feeding
• Sleep support: Lavender scent promotes rest when sleep is precious

Why New Mums Love This

You're carrying extra weight, your body is changing, you're not sleeping, and you're holding a baby in awkward positions for hours. Everything feels different. This wheat bag gives you natural, safe warmth exactly when you need it most. The lavender isn't just nice — it genuinely helps calm your nervous system when you're overwhelmed.

How to Use During Pregnancy & After Birth

For pregnancy comfort: Microwave for 1-2 minutes, checking and shaking every 30 seconds after the first minute. Always test on your wrist before use. Place behind your lower back while sitting, or lie on it in bed for gentle support.

For feeding comfort: Warm and drape around your neck and shoulders. The weight and warmth release tension from holding baby during long feeds.

For after-birth comfort: Use on your back, shoulders, or anywhere that needs soothing warmth. Always check with your midwife if you have any concerns about heat use post-birth.

For cooling comfort: Place in a sealed freezer bag and freeze for 1-2 hours. Use as a cold compress on swollen ankles, perineal discomfort post-birth, or for cooling relief in warm weather.

For breastfeeding: A warm compress on the breast before feeding can help with comfort and let-down.

For sleep: The lavender scent helps you relax during those precious moments when baby is actually sleeping.

Why Wheat Bags Are Safer Than Hot Water Bottles in Pregnancy

Hot water bottles can leak, burn, or be too hot for sensitive pregnancy skin. Wheat bags provide consistent, gentle warmth that won't scald. They're also hands-free — you can drape them where you need them and they stay put. Perfect when you're trying to rest with a bump or a baby in your arms.

The Lavender Makes a Difference

We use locally grown English lavender because it's gentle, natural, and genuinely calming. Lavender reduces anxiety, promotes sleep, and has natural soothing properties. When you're a new mum running on no sleep, that calming scent is worth its weight in gold.

Product Details

• Size: 45cm x 12cm (long enough for back, neck, or shoulders)
• Design: Natural seed head print — calming and neutral
• Filling: British wheat and English lavender
• Weight: 750g — provides gentle pressure without being heavy
• Handmade: Somerset, UK
• Safe: No chemicals, no synthetic materials, vegan-friendly
• Reusable: Lasts through pregnancy, birth recovery, and beyond
• Packaging: Arrives wrapped in tissue with ribbon, with full instructions
• Shipping: Free UK delivery

The Perfect Gift for New & Expectant Mums

Forget the cute baby clothes they'll grow out of in a week. This is the gift that actually helps. Every new mum needs warmth, better sleep, and moments of calm. This provides all three. It's practical, thoughtful, and shows you actually understand what they're going through. Available gift-wrapped with a personalised message card at checkout.

Browse our removable machine-washable covers to keep it fresh, or explore our full range of new mum gifts.

Safety Information

Always test temperature on your wrist before use. Never leave a heated wheat bag unattended with a baby. Let cool completely before reheating. Spot clean only — do not machine wash or immerse in water. If worn or torn, discard safely. If you have any concerns during pregnancy, always check with your midwife or GP.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a wheat bag safe to use during pregnancy?
Wheat bags are generally considered safe during pregnancy when used sensibly — they provide gentle, consistent warmth without the risk of leaks or scalding associated with hot water bottles. However, we always recommend checking with your midwife or GP before use, particularly in the first trimester, if you have a high-risk pregnancy, or if you have any concerns. Avoid applying heat directly to the bump for extended periods — use it on your back, hips, shoulders, and neck instead.

Can I use it for SPD (symphysis pubis dysfunction) or pelvic girdle pain?
Many of our customers use heat therapy to ease the discomfort of SPD and pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy. Gentle warmth on the lower back and hips can help relax the surrounding muscles. Always check with your physiotherapist or midwife for guidance specific to your situation, as some positions and treatments are more appropriate than others for PGD.

Is it safe to use after a C-section?
Please check with your midwife or surgeon before applying heat near your C-section wound. Once your wound has healed and you have medical clearance, gentle heat on your back and shoulders can be very helpful for the posture-related aches that come with recovery and feeding. Cold therapy on swollen areas (away from the wound) may be appropriate earlier — again, check with your medical team.

Can I use it for breastfeeding discomfort?
Yes — a warm compress before feeding can help with comfort and encourage let-down. Many breastfeeding mums also use it draped across the neck and shoulders during feeds to ease the tension that builds from holding baby in feeding positions for long periods.

Is lavender safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
The lavender in this wheat bag is dried English lavender buds — not essential oil or synthetic fragrance. The scent released during heating is gentle and natural. Lavender aromatherapy is widely considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but if you have any concerns or sensitivities, please check with your midwife.

How long do I microwave it for?
Microwave for 1-2 minutes, checking and shaking every 30 seconds after the first minute to distribute the heat evenly. Always test the temperature on your wrist before applying to skin — it should feel soothingly warm, not hot.

Can I use it as a cold pack for swollen ankles or perineal discomfort?
Yes — place in a sealed freezer bag and freeze for 1-2 hours. A chilled wheat bag can help ease swollen ankles during pregnancy and provide cooling comfort for perineal discomfort after birth. Always wrap in a thin cloth before applying to sensitive skin, and check with your midwife if you have any concerns.

Is it safe to use around a newborn?
Never leave a heated wheat bag unattended with a baby or place it in a cot or Moses basket with a sleeping child. It can be used safely by a parent or carer while holding or feeding a baby, but should always be checked for temperature first and kept away from the baby's face and body.

Is it a good baby shower gift?
It's one of our most popular baby shower gifts — practical, beautiful, and something the mum-to-be will actually use throughout pregnancy and beyond. The natural seed head print is calm and gender-neutral. Arrives gift-wrapped in tissue with ribbon, ready to give. Add a personalised message card at checkout.

Can I wash it?
The wheat bag itself should not be washed or immersed in water. Spot clean the cover only. For a fully washable option, browse our removable machine-washable covers — particularly useful for maintaining hygiene during pregnancy and the newborn period.

This product is designed for warmth, comfort and relaxation. It is not a medical device and is not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. Always follow the guidance of your midwife, GP, or medical team during pregnancy and recovery.
Any questions please get in touch and I will do my best to help.
Best wishes Heather x