How to Use Castor Oil Packs Postpartum Safely

Using castor oil packs postpartum was probably the most surprising thing I added to my recovery toolkit, mostly because I wasn't sure if placing a giant oily cloth on my stomach would actually do anything. After birth, your body feels like it's been through a literal marathon—or, let's be honest, a boxing match—and you're just looking for any way to feel human again. Between the hormone crashes, the digestion issues, and the general soreness, it's a lot to handle. ...

May 15, 2026 · 7 min · Indy Gibb