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New Parent Must Haves

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All things that I use regularly as a first time mom.
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Out and about with baby

 
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I can confirm that this one fits on bigger carts like the ones at Sam's Club. I love the pillow for my baby. She can sit but still needs some support. I take this everywhere.
Baby Shopping Cart & High Chair Cover
 
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These are a LIFE SAVER especially when I have on nails. I keep one in the car and one on her stroller.
UnbuckleMe Car Seat Buckle Release Tool
 
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Gets the job done and works well.
GROWNSY Baby Car Camera with Astronaut Lens

Breastfeeding

 
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Hydration is so important when breastfeeding. I keep these in stock at all times.
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier - Tropical Punch
 
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I like liquid IVs, but I like this one even better! Especially because this is FSAHSA approved so if you have any leftover money and you need some hydration support definitely check this out.
Cure Hydration Electrolyte Drink Mix - Strawberry Kiwi
 
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You NEED these if you are pumping/breastfeeding.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Nursing Pads, 200 Count
 
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Do not get any other nursing pillow! This is the only one you need. I promise you all the other ones are terrible. I was able to pick one up at a secondhand store and it was a huge game changer.
My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow Deluxe - Soft Rose
 
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Wearable pumps are nice but you need a medical grade pump. I promise you but don’t get it from this link. Make sure you get it through your insurance. I paid $50 for mine because insurance covered most of the cost. Make sure you get the blue one so t...
Spectra S1 Plus Electric Breast Milk Pump
 
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I cannot live without this pump. I used FSA money to purchase it and I'm so happy I did.
Momcozy M5 Hands-Free Wearable Breast Pump
 
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Don't forget to replace your pump parts! These work for the Momcozy M5
10PCS Breast Pump Parts for Momcozy M5
 
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If you’re breast-feeding Mom, you’re likely to get a clogged duct at some point in time. I highly recommend having these on hand for when that happens. I got mine from Amazon, but I saw that they have them at Target too.
Legendairy Milk Sunflower Lecithin 1200mg, 200 Softgels

Baby and mom supplements

 
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This site helped me SO much. I would read it while holding my baby while she slept. I learned so much.
Taking Cara Babies
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If you are breastfeeding you NEED this. I know there are drops out there but this has a syringe that I can give my baby quick in the morning. I prefer this method over the drops for sure.
Zarbee's Vitamin D Drops for Infants, 400IU
 
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At my baby‘s nine month check up my doctor recommended that we start her on iron. She said this was the brand that most parents use. I can confirm that my baby is happy to take this and I tasted it myself and it taste pretty good.
NovaFerrum Yummy Pediatric Liquid Iron 15mg

Other and Random

 
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I don't think I could have survived the anxiety of not knowing if my baby was breathing or not at night without this. AND you can use FSA money to buy it.
Owlet Baby Monitor: First-of-its-kind FDA-cleared …
 
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This sound machine is GREAT. And I like that it works without having to be plugged in. That way if the power goes out for a bit my baby's sleep won't be interrupted.
Momcozy Baby Sound Machine with Night Light
 
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We have all hardwood floors so a soft mat was a must. It is washable and has a nonslip backing on it.
Blissful Diary Baby Play Mat, 50x50, Soft Foam
 
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A bath thermometer is a must and this one can double as a toy.
Dreambaby Duck Baby Bath Thermometer
 
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They won't be tiny forever. Get those pictures and memories now.
Baby Monthly Milestone Cards - 10 Wooden Discs
 
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I like this better than the old school blue bulb. I can see what is coming out AND I can clean/dry it properly.
Haakaa Silicone Baby Nasal Aspirator