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First Time Mom Musts
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items Some things I didn't know I needed as a first time mom. Let me help you prepare for your first baby.
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The Ultimate Postpartum Survival Kit
For the Love of Milk
The Ultimate Postpartum Survival Kit
Things that got me through my postpartum
The things you don't think you need but actually do, especially as a first time mom.
Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit - Frida
Get it, thank me later.
Dermoplast Pain, Burn & Itch Relief Spray
Make your next trip to the restroom easier
TUCKS Medicated Cooling Pads, 100 Count
If you don't want to get the full kit at least get this.
Upside Down Peri Bottle – Frida | The fuss stops here.
For the Love of Milk
Essentials for Your Pumping & Feeding Journey
Small enough and portable to walk around while pumping and getting stuff done. Just make sure you use it with a pumping bra for best fit.
Zomee Breast Pumps
Hospital strength pump for maximum flow. Connect it and sit down relax and read a book or watch your fave show while you pump with this.
S2 Plus | Hospital Strength Breast Pump
This pump came in handy while I waited for my hospital grade pump to arrive. You will need it to release engorgement and avoid getting mastitis, especially if baby isn't quite latching yet
Medela Harmony™ manual breast pump
I wish I would've had this on hand before my baby was born. It was a lifesaver when trying to get my baby to latch. Once I found it, it made my nursing journey so much easier. Get this for inverted nipples for sure. Thank me later.
Contact Nipple Shields
Adjustable Velcro. Recommended while pumping and needing to get stuff done. No need to worry about holding the bottles and flanges.
One Size Fits Most Pumping Bra
I was always grateful for having this option to feed my baby when I wasn't able to fully produce enough milk for him in the beginning. The ingredients in this formula just made more sense compared to the competitors.
Organic Formula
The bottles my combo fed baby took. Flow was similar to breastfeeding. They're so easy to clean especially since they're made out of glass.
Philips Avent Natural Glass Baby Bottles with Natural Response Nipples (Slow ...
A little goes a long way to make sure your bottles are nice and clean.
Dapple Baby Bottle Soap, Hypoallergenic Dish ...
Easy bags to store expressed milk and able to lay them flat for optimal storage
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 100 count : Baby
No more leaking through your favorite shirt! These pads were a life saver especially in the early postpartum days when full milk supply was coming in. These were seamless and not noticeable through my shirts.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads, Soft and Super Absorbent Breast ...