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Must Have Baby Items
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items Must have baby items! I gave birth in 2024 to a beautiful girl and these are the items that couldn't live without or would buy again for my next child!
Sections
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Sleep
Breastfeeding
Playtime
Diaper Care & Health
Baby Wearing & Transport
Sleep
Absolutely love this swaddle. It has velcro as well as a zipper and can be used as a transitional swaddle with arms out once baby is older. The fabric is soft and high quality and there is breathable mesh to help with temperature control.
Sleepea® 5-Second Baby Swaddle
Bamboo sleepwear in the most fun patterns!
Bums & Roses | Super Soft Bamboo Baby Wear
Holds a charge for a long time. Usually plug in to charge overnight. Great that it's portable and has different sound options.
Hushh® Compact Sound Machine - Yogasleep
Perfect for newborns through month 3. Creates a low vibration to help with sleep. Can be used with crib or bassinet. Always follow product directions and pediatrician recommendations for safe sleep.
Walmart
Wifi is optional if you are not comfortable with wifi monitors. Nice large screen display, app is great if you use wifi.
VTech Wifi Video Baby Monitor
Love the bedside sleeper option and the ability to change the height of the bassinet. Baby always seemed comfortable. It's also easy to transport like pack and play for travel.
HARPPA Cuddly | 3-in-1 Baby Bassinet Bedside Sleeper
Breastfeeding
As a mom with a larger chest, this pillow made it easier to position baby. Also great for babies with reflux because you can position your baby with their head above their hips. I wish I had found it sooner!
VUPUPY Baby Nursing Pillow for Breastfeeding
Powerful for a wireless breast pump! Long battery life and takes AAA, no need to charge. Great for on the go.
Ameda Mya Joy Hospital Strength Portable Electric Breast Pump
Best pump for home use! Love the options for vacuum and speed. There's lots of cheat sheets online for different pumping sessions (clogged duct, power pumping, different length sections, etc.) S1 can be used wirelessly while charged, but base is bulk...
S1 Plus | Rechargeable Double Breast Pump - Spectra Baby USA
Must have for anyone planning to pump! Flange sizes vary at different stages of your journey, and sometimes between right and left breasts.
Flange Inserts 13/15/17/19/21mm 5pcs for Medela
Multiple strains of probiotic.
Pink Stork Total Lactation Probiotic
Love this supplement. Fenugreek free
Liquid Gold | Breast Milk Supplement for Milk Production
Can use as nipple cream or for any dry skin issues. Organic non-toxic ingredients. www.purehaven.com/chrissyroach
Pure Haven Mom Balm Certified Organic
If you are short like me, you'll enjoy using a stool while you breastfeed in a chair or rocker. It makes it so much easier to get the perfect height and get comfortable.
Adjustable Nursing Stool - My Brest Friend
Love this nursing cover because they can see out, but no one can see in, and it's breathable.
Cocoon: Stylish and Breathable Nursing Cover - AMMA – We Are ...
I didn't use my haaka a lot, but it did help with my clogged duct. I know so many moms that have used it on the opposite side when they feed and have collected a lot!
Target
Love these kits! They include so many great options and are perfect gifts!
The Tit Kit Breastfeeding Survival Kit - GoodBuy Gear
For end of pregnancy and in hospital post birth. Most hospitals provide the option to pump for colostrum to feed to your newborn. If uncertain, you can bring your own kit for collection. If you are able to express while pregnant, you can store for la...
haakaa Colostrum Collector & Storage Set
Great natural option. Also loved mamma natural brand nipple cream and pure haven.
Earth Mama Organics Nipple Butter - 2 Fl Oz - Target
As first time parents, this was helpful to prepare and had a lot of tips for a natural birth. Was helpful when creating our birth plan/birth wishes with our doula.
Mama Natural Birth Course - Bestselling Online Childbirth Class
Playtime
This is my baby's favorite place to play. Great for tummy time and has cute music. Also has multiple color options and can be used at different ages.
Fisher-Price Deluxe Kick & Play Piano Gym
This was recommended by all of my mom friends and is the only item that I spent a larger budget on for my baby. It was completely worth it. My baby loves this bouncer. It has an optional play bar but we just use our own play bar in front of it. Lots ...
Ergonomic Bouncer Balance Soft | BabyBjörn
Always check for non toxic foam when buying a play mat! Washable with lots of neutral as well as fun patterns.
House of Noa Beautiful Non-toxic Baby Play Mats
Great for little hands to grip and for teething babies! Also has little beads to rattle. Comes in numerous sizes
Oball : Baby Toys - Target
Diaper Care & Health
Shampoo and Body Wash does not dry out baby's skin and has the best ingredient list around! Organic, Non-toxic, and safe for the most sensitive skin. You can pair with pure haven baby oil after bath. I usually alternate baby oil and lotion after each...purehaven.com/chrissyroach
Kids Body Wash and Shampoo - Pure Haven
Love the texture and consistency while wiping, as well as the fresh smell. Better ingredients than a lot of the other wipes on the market. Packages are small enough fit easily in a diaper bag.
Pampers® Aqua Pure Wipes
Helped our newborn with night time gas and tummy aches. Also helped calm our baby for long car rides.
You Chose: Digestive Problems > Baby colic - Boiron USA
Helps with tummy troubles.
Baby Probiotic Drops | Mama Natural
Works wonders. Dye free version available.
MYLICON Infants Gas Relief Drops, Dye Free
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Baby Wearing & Transport
Worth the hype. Helps support the weight and is comfortable to wear.
Baby and Toddler Hip Seat Carrier - Tushbaby
Love the mini, very supportive.
Baby Carriers that simplify your life | BabyBjörn - Baby Bjorn