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First time mom secrets and must haves
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items As a first time mom I consulted a lot of friends and family before creating my registry. Even though I had a very solid list I had an urgent C-section which none of my friends or family had a c-section so I have product recommendations for both based...
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Breastfeeding through a pump
Breastfeeding the traditional route
Self Care for your sanity
C-Section Recovery Musts
Vaginal Birth Recovery
Breastfeeding through a pump
My IBCLC always reminded me that even if my son wasn’t getting it directly from the source he was still being exclusively breastfed. I always appreciated this perspective especially when I felt like I was failing. These are all the things that helped...
Nothing else can compare. With two separate motors for the pumps you can choose different speeds for each boob while pumping at the same time. So light and portable it fits in a lunchbox to travel with and has an amazing battery life. Mine was partia...
Spectra Synergy Gold Dual Adjustable Pump
The only lubricant that healed me and allowed me to move freely in the flange. Recommended by my IBCLC and the thing I keep in my airless pump
Motherlove Organic Lanolin-Free Nipple Cream 2oz
I got really tired of always having stuff under my fingernails after taking creams out of jars. This was the perfect solution. All you need is a silicone scraper to scoop it into this airless pump and say goodbye to messy hands!! I loved this for my ...
Airless Pump Jar 1.7oz Travel Lotion Bottles (2 Pack)
These were so much cheaper than throwing away a gallon sized ziplock every night when I did the fridge method. I cannot recommend getting a set of these more.
Lerine 6 Pack Reusable 1 Gallon Freezer Bags
The wrong flange size can bruise your nipples just as bad as a baby with an improper latch! Make sure you have the right size!
Nursi Luna 3-in-1 Flange Sizing Kit 10PCS
This bra is the one I wear most often it is so comfortable so breathable and is so so comfy to sleep in! I was having my boobs pop out when I slept all the time until I found this bra!
Momcozy Mesh Support Pumping Bra Hands Free
The most amazing most comfortable pumping bra on the market and seamless under clothes
Momcozy 4-in-1 Hands-Free Pumping Bra
Breastfeeding the traditional route
For all you mommas who are able to get your baby to latch, my IBCLC was a godsend when it came to what products I needed. She described the boppy as a one size fits none and even gave bottle recommendations to keep a combo fed baby from refusing the ...
Some of the best balm for breastfeeding. Look no further this is the holy grail. I do not recommend it for pumping as it is not lubricating enough.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter™ 2oz Cream
The comfiest, no bra pad flipping, supportive, cutest nursing bra in existence. Even though I ended up pumping exclusively I still wore these bras out and during the day as they just made me feel so normal.
Jelly Strip Seamless Nursing Bra YN46 - Designed for M9 Pump
Helps so much with inflammation and actually fits in your bra vs awkwardly shoving a bag of peas in there… also helps with mastitis
Soothing Nursing Gel Packs
For when the bra won’t stop rubbing and irritating your nips
SILVERETTE® Original Silver Nursing Cups
I loved my silverettes I didn’t love how much they pinched me… then I found these and honestly I think they should be included in the product!
O-Feel by Silverette Medical Grade Silicone Rings
Self Care for your sanity
Just some things that helped me get through the newborn trenches without losing my mind
Middle of the night pumping is no joke. Not having to run up and down the stairs multiple times a day saved my sanity more than once. It’s also the perfect size to store overnight bottles. Bags of milk. And your pump parts all at the same time. Highl...
Cooluli 20L Mini Fridge Thermoelectric Cooler/Warm
For inside the little fridge so you know what the max and min temp has been and whether everything is safe. No more questioning it just straight data for less than $10
Digital Refrigerator Thermometer Waterproof LCD
Try as you might… you will never be hydrated enough while making food with your body that chapstick is not a must
Blistex Medicated Lip Balm SPF 15, 0.15oz
Finally a prenatal that tastes good and has plenty of bio available folate!!
MaryRuth Organics Prenatal Gummies Vegan
A must when nursing to keep you feeling your absolute best
Nordic Naturals Prenatal DHA 180 Soft Gels
After trying too many different brands of disposable pads and them all being so itchy I couldn’t stand it anymore I ordered these and they made a WORLD of a difference. Trust me they’re amazing and you’ll thank me later
Kindred Bravely Organic Nursing Pads 10pk
For those days when washing your hair just isn’t going to happen… I don’t know about you but I cannot stand wet hair when I want it to be dry but sometimes I just want to stand under the water
Auban 100PCS Clear Disposable Shower Caps 20.5"
The softest and easiest thing to throw on when nursing or pumping
Kindred Bravely Emmaline Maternity Nursing Robe
Something about the hormones gave me so many blind pimples… this was my only hope other than my skin care regimen
Mighty Patch Large Hydrocolloid Pimple Patches, 8 Count
My skin has never looked better even with postpartum hormones
Curology - Custom skincare delivered to your door
C-Section Recovery Musts
I didn’t ever think I would have a Caesarian delivery. As a matter of fact I was very much hoping to never even have to discuss it. That all changed at 38 weeks and 5 days when my son decided to not tolerate being in utero anymore and we were wheeled...
I cannot stand the feeling of wet… these kept that away like magic. I would never use any other brand during recovery
Always Infinity Flexfoam Pads Size 2 Heavy Absorbency Unscented 96 Count
The high waisted is second to none. Didn’t ever irritate my scar and there was plenty for the pads to hang onto
Frida Mom Postpartum C-Section Underwear, 8ct
The trapped air after surgery is no joke. Highly recommend these for the pain
Gas-X Extra Strength Chewable Gas Relief 18ct
The most comfortable belly band post C-section to wear during the day! Even has built in ribbing in the back support. Although truly the game changer for me was that it came in a petite size. Being only 5’-3” the other belly bands were too high and c...
Momcozy Ergowrap Postpartum Belly Band
Vaginal Birth Recovery
While this is not my story it is the story of every single one of my family members and friends and I was STOCKED UP and ready for this one… I did not end up needing these products due to a C-section but all these recommendations I’m told are musts.
I received so many of these from friends saying they would not have survived postpartum without them
TUCKS Medicated Cooling Pads, 100 Count
These I was also gifted more than once as a must have recovery item
Frida Mom Witch Hazel Cooling Pad Liners
You will be gifted this at the hospital as well that’s how much this is a need
Dermoplast Pain, Burn & Itch Relief Spray, 2.75 Oz, 2 Pack
If you don’t have a bidet you need this to keep from pulling in your stitches. It’s even nice for just cleaning up down there when you have a C-section to feel fresh throughout the day.
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle Sprayer Gray