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Is it me crying or the baby?
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items Whether you're about to give birth, freshly post-partum, ready to adopt or gift a mama in your life; this list is for you! The moment of panic sets in when you realize “I am due in like 3 weeks, I have nothing what do I do!?!”, worry no more. I have ...
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It's me crying.
It's the baby!
It's the...TODDLER!
It's me crying.
Pain. Tears. Confused. Tired. And love of course <3 this ones for you, mama.
Whether you are delivering vaginally or c-section, these are a must have. I went through BOXES of these for immediate relief and instant comfort.
Instant Ice Maxi Pads – Frida | The fuss stops here.
Everyone tells you the bottles at the hospital are good enough-WRONG. This was life changing for me. The design allows you to comfortably sit on the toilet or stand in the shower and spray with ease. This was wonderful all through my recovery because...
Upside Down Peri Bottle – Frida | The fuss stops here.
Again, the hospital supplies you with a basic healing spray, this foam does wonders. The foam formula makes it easy to visualize and how much and where it is going. This combined with the ice pads is THE dynamic duo.
Perineal Healing Foam
Being freshly post-partum, you have no idea what size you're going to be, how much bleeding you will have or how frequently you'll use the bathroom. These were a staple for me. The comfy design made it easy to slip on and off, they held in what they ...
Underwear
THIS. This relaxed my muscles, made it very easy for baby to come out and was great for comfort when things started progressing.
Prepare-to-Push Perineal Massage Wand - Frida
This makes an amazing gift! I was gifted this and did not have to trouble my pregnancy brain with those “Oh shoot I didn't even think of that!” items. I have also gifted this and got the same feedback. You'll be the fav at the babyshower.
Motherload[ed] Hospital Bag
Between headaches, labor pains, and stiff necks from around the clock feeds, I was reaching for these daily.
TYLENOL® Easy to Swallow Caplets for Fast Pain Relief
Basic…. That's what I said until it was 3 in the morning, back is aching and I realize I don't have a heating pad. This brought me so much relief and comfort all hours of the day.
Heating Pads—Pain Relief
I swear by these and anything from Pink Stork really. I took these daily and had next to no hair loss. As someone who already stress-sheds, I was worried I'd be balding. I continue taking these to this day and have significantly reduced hair loss! Pl...
Postpartum Hair Loss Gummies
Another must-have that I still take regularly. I got these to help reduce my post-partum anxieties and confusion and boy did this help. Night and day difference.
Postpartum Mood Support
OUCH! If you or someone you love plans to breastfeed. Buy these right now, add them to your cart and hit checkout ASAP. I was not prepared for how sore my nipples would be, between breastfeeding and pumping I thought they were going to fall off. Thes...
Hot & Cold Breast Therapy Packs
OUCH..still. I often paired this with the cooling packs for all day comfort and it is a great option on it's own for those days on the go!
Organic Nipple Balm
AWESOME…my husband told his family they could come see the baby and I haven't washed my hair in days. Don't worry queen (or king) this will dry up any and all excess oil without leaving a nasty white cast that makes it obvious that you weren't just s...
Natural Dry Shampoo
I have used these before,during and after pregnancy. The ingredients are clean, the taste is great and the multipack allows for a quick on the go pick me up to stay up with your hydration goals.
Tropical Variety pack electrolyte drink mix
TREAT YOURSELF!!! Milk bar is one of my fav ways to celebrate. I had a package delivered for me and my partner to celebrate what we had just accomplished. It was nice to take a moment, just us, and love and appreciate the journey that got us here and...
Greatest Hits Duo
You tend to put yourself on the backburner for a while when you first get home. I often found myself forgetting to eat while the days got longer. These were the perfect snack to get me some nutrients and carrying them around reminded me I need to eat...
GoMacro MacroBar Organic Vegan Protein Bars - Oatmeal Chocolate Chip MacroBars (4 Count)
I found this a little late in the game but yes!! This was perfect for the week or so before birth to collect colostrum and when I was feeding to catch excess! Super easy to use super easy to clean!
Haakaa Silicone Breast Pump | Babylist Shop
Buy two or three! It makes your life so much easier. We had one in our room, the living room and the nursery. We kept the one in the bedroom stocked with nursing items, small snacks for me, burp cloths and pacifiers. We kept the nursery one and the l...
Parker Baby Co. Rope Diaper Caddy - Gray | Babylist Shop
I thought this was a scam… boy was I wrong. This brought me so much comfort when I put it on, I looked forward to wearing it. EVERYTHING internally feels like it’s moving around but this made me feel somewhat normal again and helped with swelling and...
Frida Mom Core Support Binder - Grey | Babylist Shop
It's the baby!
Baby is crying… again and you don't know what to do because, well do any of us know what to do? No! But I know what helps :)
Your little one will for sure get stuffy at some point and babies cannot blow their own nose! This is a staple to help baby breathe with ease! The filter catches all material so nothing comes in contact with your mouth.
NoseFrida the SnotSucker – Frida | The fuss stops here.
Babies cut teeth quicker than you can blink an eye! This was a necessity for my sweet babe to get her through all stages of her teething. The clean ingredients made me feel safe on what she was ingesting.
Organic Gum Massage Gel
Your baby hasn't pooped in a couple days and won't stop crying? Windi to the rescue…literally. These saved my baby from so much discomfort several times. They get things moving in no time!
Windi the GASPASSER
Buy 2. No questions asked. One thing I was not ready for was all the doctors appointments, fussy car rides and loud waiting rooms. I always kept one on me to keep baby comfortable and calm to drown out the surroundings. I also kept one at home that I...
2-in-1 Portable Sound Machine + Nightlight
Is my baby hot, am I overthinking or do they have a fever??? A question I asked myself daily. The display is easy to read and gives quick,accurate results. This also grows with baby and can be used rectally, orally or under the arm.
3-in-1 True Temp Thermometer – Frida | The fuss stops here.
I have used this for my babe since day 1. This is the perfect size to safely clean out the ears and nostrils.
3-in-1 Nose, Nail + Ear Picker – Frida | The fuss stops here.
This was my favorite brand! They wash well, wear well and are easy to use. I bought these for myself and for gifts and have no complaints!
Muslin Original Swaddle, Size SM, 0-3 months, 1pk - Cream
AHH! Baby fingers means baby nails! Fear no more. I was petrified to cut my baby's ever-growing nails until I found this. It gets the nails short and soft and eliminates concern for baby scratching themselves or you!
Electric Nail Buffer
You're welcome. You will use this for everything, baby spit up on themselves, you, slobber, milk, you name it! I kept mine through the infant stages and use them as hand and face rags!
Baby 3pk Basic Muslin Burp Cloth - Cloud Island™ Blue
This is perfect when you need to suck some boogies FAST. This is perfect for super fussy babies due to ease of access and use!
oogiebear bulb nose nasal aspirator
If your baby is anything like mine, a warm buttle is a must! On the go stressed me out until I found this portable milk warmer. Super easy to use and always got milk to the perfect temperature to ensure my baby's belly was happy!
Travel and Portable Bottle Warmer
I tried a couple brands and this by far was the easiest to use and has a great price point comparatively.
Philips Avent Premium Fast Bottle Warmer
We grabbed these as soon as we got home from the hospital! These were what the hospital offered and we just rolled with it! Plus the paci clips make it super easy to keep track of and hard for baby to lose!
Shop Philips Avent Pacifiers & Soothie Snuggles
I swear by this. I was always afraid of scratching their little head with my nails and this ensures a gentle, thorough cleanse of the head and scalp.
DermaFrida the SkinSoother – Frida | The fuss stops here.
"What are you supposed to do while babies are awake?" I googled at I stared at my 3 week old. It sounds crazy but I was just holding her and singing while she was awake or making faces and talking to her. There is so much you can do to get that littl...
Dr.Rapeti Tummy Time Mirror Toy Tissue Box Toy 3in1 Baby Toy Black and White High Contrast Double-Sided Foldable Sensory Montessori Toy Crinkle Silk Scarves Teethers 0-6 6-12 Month Newborn Infant Baby - Walmart.com
Another thing I never thought of, a floor mat! I was so terrified of germs from the floor, again, I held her all the time. Babies need to stretch to move their little muscles and help move gas through their bellies. This was the mat I got and it is s...
Wonderstone Baby Play Mat for the Floor, 50" x 50" Tummy Time Mat, Playpen Mat for Babies, Toddlers, Infants 0-6 Months
Not overhyped at all. A little goes a longggg way and it helps with everything. My little one has eczema and had baby acne and this was our holy grail!
Tubby Todd All Over Ointment - Fragrance-Free, 8 Oz, 1 | Babylist Shop
There’s so many on the market and they get pretttty pricy. This is all you need. It swings, plays music and vibrates. It’s neutral in color, and the material is super nice. I recommend this 10 times over.
Graco Simple Sway Swing - Abbington | Babylist Shop
I cannot recommend this enough. We lovedddd this. It’s fully adjustable to use a little prop me up seat and then down to pillow for tummy time. We used this daily for months. I love that there’s no restraints on the little one so they’re never uncomf...
Infantino 3-in-1 Tummy Time, Sit Support & Mini Gym | Babylist Shop
It's the...TODDLER!
Everyone warns you about the terrible twos and threenagers, but nothing realllly prepares you, accept this list of course. :)
BOOKS BOOKS BOOKS! My kiddo loves coloring books and any opportunity I can find to teach, I take. This is a great redirect when the same old toys get boring and reading a book is not cutting it.
My First Words Toddler Coloring Book - by Rockridge Press (Paperback)
My kiddo LOVES this for some of her “me” time. This is a great interactive toy that also teaches! It has a loud and soft mode and also teaches spanish!
LeapFrog Learning Friends 100 Words Book
Anything mama does, kiddo wants to do! This is perfect for including them in daily activities instead of distracting them. It has also taught amazing skills for being tidy and cleaning up after themselves.
Melissa & Doug Dust! Sweep! Mop! 6pc Wooden Pretend Play Preschool Cleaning Set
We are a music household through and through! This, again, allows my kiddo to feel included in what we are into and doing.
Fisher-Price Rockin' Record Player Musical Toy for Preschool Pretend Play
Controversial, but kids SHOULD make noise. They should be allowed to get their energy out and sometimes it's in a bang,clash and ting of their little music set! This was perfect (and still is) for my kiddo to use their brain for some indepent play an...
Fun Musical Instruments for Toddlers – Perfect Wooden Set for Exploring Sounds – Great Montessori Gift for Babies & Kids 1-3 – Incl. Xylophone
This is perfect for mornings together! As part of our routine, we have mommy and me greens in the morning.
BLOOM NUTRITION Kids' - Greens and Superfoods Powder - Tropical Punch - 25ct
My kiddo loves Little People. They are a great tool to teach inclusivity, sharing, and imaginative play.
Fisher-Price Little People Play for All School Toddler Playset with Figures & Accessories
If you can't tell, I am big on include instead of exclude. This brush got her really into doing her hair with mommy. It is easy for her to hold and isn't “scratchy”.
Kids Unicorn Mini Original Brush - Tangle Teezer | Ulta Beauty
Another instance of mommy and me time! I got these brushes as a gift and never used them, she loves them! The hairs do not fall out, the bristles are soft and the handles are free of sharp edges or peelings.
Luxe Natural Elegance Face Makeup Brush Kit - EcoTools | Ulta Beauty
We love to use these as “treat toys”. They're an easy surprise for her after a streak of good behavior, accomplishing something she was working at or just because. This is a simple and affordable way to make your toddlers whole entire next 10 minutes...
Hello Kitty 10 Piece Lip Balm Party Pack - Lip Smacker | Ulta Beauty
My toddler HATES swim diapers, in fits she's ripped them and we've had to go through a couple before we make it to the pool. We found these, total game changer, she thinks they're part of her bathing suit and she loves them. Super easy on and off and...
Hudson Baby Infant Girl Swim Diapers, Ice Cream, 3 Toddler
Nothing exciting but a great, clean option for random teething pain or fevers.
Mommy's Bliss Children's Pain & Fever Acetaminophen - 4 fl oz
Who doesn't love a good treat? My toddler loves these! I love the ingredients and they are a great reward, surprise treat or redirect option.
Zolli Pops Sugar Free Lollipops Candy - 16oz
I always keep these on hand. These are a great way to get your kiddo excited to drink if they struggle with water drinking. I usually pour all of it out and add a little bit with water to increase hydration!
good2grow 100% Apple Juice - 3pk/6 fl oz Bottles
CLEAR BAGS! This creates a space of their own but you can keep track of everything in so nothing goes in and stays in that shouldn't ( perhaps a half of banana that I thought she ate then wondered why it smelled like garbage and never found the other...
Carter's Foil Star Mini Backpack
It is a struggle to find toddler safe “jewelry”. I know you're thinking “why does a toddler need jewelry?”Um have you ever met a toddler? Anything you have they want and you know what girl, I get it. These don't have any beads, no moving parts, nothi...
4-Pack Bangle Bracelets
This is the sweetest book and I can’t help but cry every time I read it. We read it weekly and it gives such a great opportunity to remind your little one how proud you are of them and that they are capable of anything.
Penguin Random House The Wonderful Things You Will Be | Babylist Shop