Breastfeeding was one of the most challenging things I have ever done. I went 4 months combo feeding with my little girl. To those that can breastfeed more than I can or could, I hope this list helps you.
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I loved my labor gown when I was in the hospital. It was comfortable and I still wear it.
Labor & Delivery Gowns - Kindred Bravely
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Great nursing bras can make or break your breastfeeding journey. You can use this brand to pump with too.
Nursing Bras - Kindred Bravely
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Try to get a breast pump through your insurance or at the hospital before you buy one. Most pumps cost $200 or more. Areoflow works great with most insurances.
Breast Pumps Through Insurance - Aeroflow Breastpumps
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These chews helped boost my supply just a little bit. My supply was still low but any boost helped.
Brewer's Yeast | Powder for Lactation | Legendairy Milk
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Nutrition is very important and I feel like that had some impact with my supply.
Breastfeeding nutrition: Tips for moms - Mayo Clinic
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Even if you pump, your still breastfeeding and I wish I had a bottle warmer for my little girl. A warm bottle of milk puts her straight to sleep.
Bottle Warmers / Baby Bottle-Feeding Supplies
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Get one of these and thank me later! This made breastfeeding so much better and we use it for tummy time.
Shop the Best Nursing Pillows Collection - Boppy
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Get yourself a water bottle. You need to hydrate as much as possible to help build your supply.
Insulated & Stainless Steel Water Bottles - Hydro Flask
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Taking a prenatal with iron is also good for your breastfeeding journey. Breastmilk comes from your blood, if you have low iron, this could affect your supply like it did mine.
Prenatal Vitamins With Iron - CVS Pharmacy
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A good water bottle! You can add electrolytes for an added boost so you donāt feel so worn down
Insulated & Stainless Steel Water Bottles
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One of these a day will help replenish your electrolytes that you use up while breastfeeding. They were amazing for me.
Home | BODYARMOR Sports Drink | Superior Hydration
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I honestly wish we had for of these. They are amazing.
Bottle Sterilizers - Baby
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Your going to need a good nipple cream the first 2 weeks your breastfeeding.
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding
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Have someone make or get you a self care kit. Add all types of goodies you enjoy. Breastfeeding is a journey and sometimes, itās not easy so make sure you donāt forget about yourself.
Self Care Kit
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I wanted to get this set but could not afford it at the time. Collecting early (around 36 weeks) and storing it will be a game changer. You can use what you store and freeze to help your baby when they get sick.
haakaa Colostrum Collector Kit with Cloth
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When I was looking for a baby bottle, I ignored the reviews to a degree. If you're also wanting to breastfeed, look for a bottle nipple that passes the triangle method.
