Becoming a mama is magical — but let’s be real, it’s also overwhelming! I created this list to share the products that actually made a difference during my pregnancy and postpartum recovery. These are the things I reached for daily — from cozy must-h...
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Pre-Partum
Hydrate your skin in your tummy area. Helps prevent stretch marks
Bio-Oil
A must-have literally pre and post-partum! I bring this wherever I go. Battery life is good too!
Gaiatop Mini Portable Stroller Fan, Black
This is what I wore almost every day. Very comfy!
Sunzel Sunzfly Maternity Leggings, 28" Inseam
Also bought this as it was cheaper, but had a good quality!
DHSO Maternity Over Belly Yoga Leggings
I add this to my body lotion and use it around my belly area.
Garnier Vitamin C Serum with Niacinamide
I also add this to my body lotion that I use around my stomach, especially my belly area.
Garnier Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Post-Partum
Used 2-3 pads of this on top of my diaper/brief
Tucks personal cleansing Pads 40 count.ca
Added as a layer during peri-care. The Lidocaine helped with the pain and discomfort.
Solarcaine Pain Relieving Lidocaine Spray
Save your nipples! These are better than nipple pads!
Silver Nursing Cups, Silverettes Metal Healing
Used this for peri-care. Squeeze bottles from the hospital weren't that great
Frida Mom - Upside Down Peri Bottle
Added this as a layer in my peri-care. Helped with the pain and prevented infections.
Bactine First Aid Spray, 105 ml., white
I used this instead of underwear. easy to dispose of after having blood stains.
Frida mom Disposable Postpartum Underwear
Used this as an alternative for Frida briefs, as it could be expensive.
Always Discreet Underwear
The foam gives an additional cooling sensation, which helps with the pain and discomfort.
Frida Mom Witch Hazel Perineal Foam
Used as is and added the other stuff on my recommendation list on top of it.
Always Incontinence Pads & Liners
This will help you save your nipple from the first few weeks of breastfeeding!
Lansinoh Organic Nipple Balm, 56g
I don't know why, but hospital ventilation sucks and dries out my lips. This helped me with that issue.