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Postpartum Survival Kit 🤍(What Helped Me Get Through Those First Months)
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items Postpartum can feel overwhelming in ways no one fully prepares you for 🤍
These are the things that truly helped me feel more comfortable, supported, and human again during recovery. Simple, practical items I actually used during those first postpart...
These were a lifesaver in the first days postpartum. Cooling + absorbent in one step made recovery so much more manageable, especially when sitting and moving felt uncomfortable.
Frida Mom 2-in-1 Postpartum Ice Maxi Pads
This helped so much with soreness and cracking early on. I loved that it’s organic and safe for baby, so I didn’t have to wipe it off before feeds.
Organic Nipple Butter for Sore, Cracked Relief
Helpful for heavy bleeding and when comfort matters more than looks. I would layer the cooling pads and maxi pads in these for extra comfort and protection against leaks.
Always Discreet Postpartum & Incontinence Underwear, Large, 14 Count
Absolute must for leaks, especially overnight. These stayed dry and didn’t bunch up, which helped me feel a little more normal postpartum.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads, 100 Count
These were perfect once the heavy bleeding slowed but I still needed protection. Comfortable, discreet, and less bulky than hospital pads.
Always Discreet Postpartum Pads, Moderate, 57
This was one of the first things I reached for after delivery. The button-down design made nursing and postpartum recovery so much easier when I was sore and tired. Soft, simple, and comfortable it felt good on my body at a time when comfort mattered...
Ekouaer 3 Pack Women's Button Down Nightgown
I kept this by the bed and truly used it every day. This kit includes the kinds of items hospitals give you peri bottle, cooling pads, disposable underwear plus extra essentials all in one place. It made those first bathroom trips after birth so much...
Frida Mom 15pc Labor & Postpartum Kit Set
Small, but this made a big difference when I was exhausted and dealing with breastfeeding discomfort. Lecithin is something many nursing moms use to support flow and ease clogged ducts when they pop up it felt like proactive care instead of reactiona...
NOW Sunflower Lecithin 1200 mg, 200 Softgels
Having these on hand helped make postpartum days just a little more manageable. Hydration is so important after birth and especially during breastfeeding, and these were refreshing, easy to munch on, and helped me stay hydrated without feeling like a...
Pedialyte Electrolyte Freezer Pops 64ct
These cleansing pads were gentle and so helpful for everyday comfort when I needed extra soothing and cleanliness in sensitive areas. They helped keep me feeling fresh and cared for when I wasn’t up for full showers yet those first few weeks can be r...
CoolComfort Cleansing Pads with Witch Hazel & Aloe - 100 Pads
I used this to catch letdown while nursing and it honestly saved so much milk without extra effort. Super easy, no cords, and perfect for early postpartum when pumping feels overwhelming.
Haakaa Silicone Manual Breast Pump 4oz
I used this when my supply needed support and noticed a difference within a few days. I liked that it wasn’t just one herb and felt gentle on my body.
Legendairy Milk Liquid Gold Lactation Support
These were my everyday bras postpartum. Comfortable enough to sleep in, supportive without digging in, and easy for nursing I rotated these constantly.
HBselect Women Maternity Nursing Bras 5 Pack
These helped with engorgement and soreness so much. Cold for swelling, warm before nursing I kept these in rotation constantly during the early weeks.
Breast Therapy Pads - Hot & Cold Gel for Mastitis
I used these to pump and store milk, and I love that they fit most standard bottle tops, so I could easily transfer and serve milk without extra steps. They’re durable, easy to clean, and made middle of the night feeds a little less stressful.
Medla Breast Milk Storage Bottles 6pk 5oz
I kept these on hand postpartum to stay hydrated, especially while breastfeeding. They helped me drink more fluids without feeling heavy or overly sugary, and I noticed a big difference in how I felt on long, exhausting days.
BODYARMOR LYTE Peach Mango Electrolyte 12pk