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Newborn Essentials for the Minimal Mom

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Our home is small and we don’t have space or money to purchase ALL the newborn stuff. Here is what we used and loved!
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Nursing/Feeding

 
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We did the glass and even added the Phillips nipples but he preferred these as they are!
Natural Response & Anti-colic Baby Bottles | Philips Avent
 
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Love these! Made me feel better about trying new foods!
Baby Fruit Feeder
 
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These aren’t talked about enough. I needed these until I didn’t!
Nipple Shields: When & How To Use Them
 
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I used my body pillow while pregnant but also as a pillow to help me nurse
Pregnancy Pillow : Bed Pillows
 
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My MIL found a brand new Spectra Gold Pump at a bin store. I was so intimidated to try pumping but this was easy to use and worth every penny
Spectra® SG Synergy Gold Double Adjustable Electric Breast Pump
 
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These are fantastic
Muslin Burp Cloths | Organic Cotton & Absorbent Designs
 
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These provide peace of mind and the ones with handles are great for little hands!
Anti Breakage Holder for Natural Glass Bottles 8oz

Nursery

 
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As much as I wanted the keekaroo pad, it wasn’t an expense I could justify. We were given a changing pad, we got pad fabric covers and wash them as needed! I also put puppy pads under them just in case
Changing Pad
 
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We were given this exact swing and it worked when holding and comforting didn’t. Space-wise, it was in the living room
Shop Baby Swings & Baby Jumpers
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Unscented and regular aquaphor has been the number one recommendation from our pediatrician
Aquaphor products at Target
 
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We love these. Easy to clean, feels so good
Muslin Crib Bedding | Baby Fitted Sheets & Organic Cotton
 
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Love our crib mattress
Breathable Crib Mattress | Organic Foam 2-Stage Design

After Birth Care

 
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I didn’t use my hoppy to help me nurse… but I needed that thing to sit down! Stitches and the car ride home almost made me cry. Sit on the pillow.
Shop the Best Nursing Pillows Collection
 
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THESE ARE AMAZING.
Frida Mom Disposable Postpartum Underwear Boy Shorts Briefs - Regular 8ct
 
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Listen. Just do it. These feel so good.
Frida Mom : Maxi Pads
 
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Highly recommend one in the shower and one at the toilet.
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle
 
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I didn’t use everything but these is a great gift!
Postpartum Kits | Frida & Lansinoh Recovery Essentials

Car Essentials

 
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LOVE THIS CAR SEAT.
REVOLVE360 SLIM CAR SEATS
 
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Love this so much, I will be buying for our sitter
Classic
 
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Just yes. This stroller is so easy to use and fold and set up. I feel comfortable being by myself to snap it in place and grab our baby
Evenflo PIVOT MODULAR TRAVEL SYSTEM
 
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Really love this. He loves to be held but sometimes I need my hands! Also great for the zoo. I wanted him to see not be stuck in a stroller
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years