Did you use maternity napkins after delivery or just normal sanitary napkins? This is what I bought.

Maternity pads are thicker and more absorbent compared to normal sanitary pads. The thickness is ideal as it helps cushion the bruises you might have and is good for any stitches. I know some mommies who use normal maxi pads and they worked just fine but sometimes, sanitary pads are not as soft (some have plasticky feel in my opinion) and your stitches might tear from constant contact.