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The New Parent Playbook
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From labor to late-night feedings, these are the must-haves that made life easier.
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Labor & Delivery Must-Haves
 
Nursery Necessities
 
New Mama Necessities

Labor & Delivery Must-Haves

The tried-and-true essentials to make labor, delivery, and recovery a little smoother!
 
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I didn’t get any sleep in the hospital unless I was wearing this!
Sleep Mask is Key
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Having a matching set helped me feel more put together… plus it has pockets!!
Ekouaer Waffle Knit Stripe Lounge Set Women
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You will NOT want to use the one the hospital gives you …
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle Postpartum
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You’ll want a little blanket to bring baby home in! This is a perfect size for the car seat.
Yurhap Checkered Fleece Baby Blanket Blue
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This was nice to have in the room so we didn’t have to find the light switch every time our son woke up in the middle of the night.
JolyWell Kids Night Light, 7 Colors, Dimmable
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There was no way I was getting out of bed to charge my phone… this was a lifesaver!!
8' USB-C to USB-C Charging Cable - dealworthy™ White: Male-To-Male Connector
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We clipped this right to our son’s bassinet in the hospital. It also helped us sleep and tune out any hospital noises.
Hatch Rest Go
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Nursery Necessities

Creating a space where baby (and parents!) will love spending time!
 
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Budget friendly and aesthetically pleasing!
Delta Children Jordan 4-in-1 Convertible Crib - Bianca White
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There’s nothing more important than safe sleep! This gives mattress gives me peace if mind while he’s sleeping!
Safe & Breathable Crib Mattress
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You’ll definitely need a side table next to the glider!
VASAGLE MAEZO 2-Tier Round Side Table
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This chair is PERFECT for tall parents. I’m 5’10” and I’m so comfortable. My head is fully supported! I also love that I can charge my phone while nap trapped.
daVinci Suzy Electronic Recliner and Swivel Glider & Reviews | Wayfair
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We received a million books from my baby shower. We needed more book storage. We also put his stuffed animals here!
Latitude Run® Maggiorina Kids Standard Bookcase, Storage Book Rack, Organizer Cabinet, Book Display & Reviews | Wayfair
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You will want something that’s easy to wipe down!
Skip Hop Baby Changing Pad Wipe-Clean
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This dresser is the perfect height for tall parents. I didn’t want to break my back changing diapers all day long!
Darlington 6-Drawer Assembled Dresser
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New Mama Necessities

The things no one tells you you’ll need until you’re in the thick of postpartum life.
 
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Pumping can be overwhelming. Get this bra so you can go hands free!
Kindred Bravely Sublime Hands-Free Pumping Lounge & Sleep Bra - Black 1X: Maternity Nursing Bra, Adjustable Strap, Light Support
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Sooo soft and sooo easy to feed in! I’ve only been wearing these bras for the last 4 months!
Women's Nursing 2pk Pullover Seamless Sleep Bra - Auden™ Black/Soft Petal Pink XL: Maternity Wireless Knit
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I’ve gone through 2 boxes in the last 4 months. These fit perfectly in the nursing bras! They also fit perfectly in you back pocket just in case of emergency!
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads - 200ct
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It’s good to have these on hand just in case!
Lansinoh Breast Therapy Packs, Hot & Cold, 2 Pack
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So comfy and stretchy! You will only want to wear comfy bottoms … for a while
Ksmien Women's 5" Quick Dry Running Shorts
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After my C-section I didn’t want to wear anything tight down there…
ANNYISON Womens Soft Cotton High Waist Briefs
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This with a T-shirt or cardigan made me feel dressed up while still feeling comfy! I got so many compliments! I wore this while pregnant as well
Happy Sailed Womens Casual Sleeveless Jumpsuit
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