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Everything I’ve gotten as a First Time Mom
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items These are all the different things that I have bought or plan on buying as a FTM. I do a lot of research on all the different things that I want to buy, so feel free to look through the list and see what might work for you as well, first time mom or ...
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For Mom
For Baby
Other
Nursery
For Mom
As a FTM, here are the things that I feel are going to be a necessity. These are things I have read about, seen on tiktok, or heard from other moms I know.
I am getting the m5! I know it isn't the newest, but I don't have all the money in the world to spend double the amount of money on a newer one. I have read tons of reviews that say these are great and work amazing!
All-in-one M5 Wearable Breast Pump: Convenient & Discreet
I am also getting these! I am already leaking while pregnant, so I feel like these are going to be a necessity. I know my mom used these and liked them a lot. I like that they are disposable so I can use them while traveling too.
Disposable Nursing Bra Pads - Walmart
I have read so much and people say that this one is worth the splurge. I didn't want to spend a ton of money, but it seems like this is amazing quality for the price. I also wanted one that wouldn't have to be slipped over my head but go around my wa...
Momcozy Ergonomic Baby Carrier Newborn-Toddler
Since I am getting the momcozy to pump, these bras seem like the best option too. I think these are great options. From reading reviews, these seem like amazing bras for all moms.
Nursing & Pumping Bras - Momcozy
Target has a ton of nursing bras that I love. I have a couple different ones on my registry. I honestly feel like you couldn't have enough of these. I have ones that I could easily wear after I stop breastfeeding too!
Nursing Bras - Target
The moms I know swear by these so you bet that I am going to be getting some. I heard that they help so much with the healing process and are very easy to throw on a pad when you are trying to do it yourself.
TUCKS Medicated Cooling Pads, 100 Count
This is something that I will be doing, and I wanted to add this on the list in case you are wanting to as well. I have heard and read that these are great for those first couple nights after birth when you are at your most fragile state. From there ...
Padsicles: How to Make Them, How To Use Them, Why We Love ...
10/10! I hate the electrolyte drinks, and having these is a game changer. I like that they don’t have flavor to them. Having electrolytes is so good for you and baby as well as in labor. I was told by my doula and midwife to take electrolytes, and I ...
Stay Balanced With Trace Mineral Drops
I got the nude one of these, and it is so nice. I honestly feel like it is such high quality too. I find this very comfortable, and I like the option to have a more secure bra to wear instead of just lounge bras.
Nursing Bras - Target
GET THIS!! I think this is something great. I love that it has a ton of different things in it. I find that the caddy is super nice too since it can keep it organized for you, especially if you want to restock, you already have it all laid out for you.
Labor and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit - Frida
I got this at target too and OMG IS THIS AMAZING! I feel so secure and comfortable in this. I wanted a nursing one so when we are going on walks and doing sports with my husband, I have something that I can also feed my baby with. I liked this option...
Maternity Nursing Sports Bra - Target
I have heard great things about this, so I have gotten this for myself. I figured I should get some in case I have issues. Especially living somewhere dry, I want to be extra cautious.
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding
I’m using these postpartum and actually love them. I sized up on these as well just to make sure they would be comfortable and they are. I wore these the last little bit of my labor and now. Having the diaper/pad already in it is such a life saver an...
Amazon.com: Women's Disposable Underwear
This has saved me so much!! I’ve been able to make a small stash with just this collecting let down. It has a slight suction that doesn’t hurt or cause any pain. I loved having this to help develop a milk supply that first week breastfeeding. I also ...
Amazon.com : haakaa Ladybug Breast Milk Collector
I struggled with the 6 month milk supply drop since my baby is loving solids. These have helped bring it back up enough to at least feed by baby better.
Lactation Cookies
For Baby
Here is a list of things we are getting that is exclusively for the baby!
We got this for the baby!! We wanted a travel system! I love that this also has a bassinet option so that you can lay them in a bassinet for walks instead of keeping them in a carseat! It is super nice and had amazing reviews.
Evenflo Pivot - Target
We got our high chair from target and it is great! We got one that has a baby option so one he starts to be able to hold his head up, we can start using it. I loved that option for us~
Highchairs - Target
We got one of these kinds of beds and I'm so glad that we did. I think that this will be so nice to have over the years. It is one less thing that we are going to have to worry about later on!
The Wave Crib | Convertible Crib To Toddler Bed | Nestig
I am not going to be buying food for my baby. I am going to make my own since things have too much additives in them. I have read that these are great to have! They are freezer safe too which is great! I like that they are reusable too.
Reusable Baby Food Pouches, 10 Pack - Baby Brezza
For being the first child, we have no clothes. I honestly love all the options that carter's has. I love that you can also find these in walmart and target too!
Baby, Newborn, and Infant Clothes | Carter's
Again, we need lots of clothes since this is my first kid, so I LOVE the option for walmart. They are very cheap and have a really good selection available.
Baby Clothes in Baby Clothes - Walmart.com
I don't know about you, but I love mittens. We got a small pack of them from amazon and I love them. They are super thin but also super cute!
Baby Mittens
We got such cute swaddles from here! We went in store and was able to find such cute designs. We got the velcro ones as I have read that those are great to have in the middle of the night and easier to work with!
Swaddling & Wearable Blankets for Babies - Target
We are getting one of these for the nursery. I have heard such great things about these, and I don't want to deal with smelling those diapers haha.
Ubbi Steel Diaper Pail, Odor Locking
I LOVE this. I think it is so cool and great for when they can start having solid food. I think this is great to start getting different foods and flavors to them while being able to freeze it too for teething.
Push Pop Feeder – Frida | The fuss stops here.
We got the plastic ones, and they are super nice. These are known to be great options for bottles too. I got two different sizes of these. I loved the idea of the avent too since they are dishwasher safe.
Avent Bottles
These are awesome. I have seen so many great things about these too. I can't wait to use them when baby can start having food.
Baby Brezza Reusable Baby Food Pouches, 10 Pack
I read a TON of reviews, and this one is the best it seems. I think the option to just throw food in it without having to steam it first is amazing. This will save so much time. I think it will end up being a little loud but I honestly don't care whe...
Amazon.com: BEAR 2024 Baby Food Maker
I like to be semi crunchy and this doesn't have any crazy additives in it. It is organic and natural which is what I was wanting. For how much you get, it is honestly a good price. I have heard the most amazing things about this as well. Plus, you ca...
Honest Co. Head to Toe Healing Ointment
I read amazing things about this. I was hesistant seeing them on amazon at first, but babylist actually ranks them pretty high. I'm super glad about this since they are such an affordable price and cheaper than huggies/pampers. Plus, they rank higher...
Mama Bear
Didn’t realize I would need this or even want them!! We were told to do tummy time from day one and these definitely help. He also loves to look at these in the car which makes car rides just a little easier
Amazon.com: Contrast Cards For Babies
I did not think this would work as great as it does but it’s a life saver! With some saline, this gets all those awful boogers!! Since you suction it with your mouth, it gets it so much better. Great for those stuffy and snotty babies
NoseFrida the SnotSucker – Frida | The fuss stops here.
I don’t know what I would do without these. They have been a lifesaver for when my baby can’t get gas out and is colicky. I was so worried to try these since they seem like it would be uncomfortable but he doesn’t mind them at all. It has gotten so m...
Frida Baby Windi Gas Passer for Colic Relief
Other
Random other items that I am getting for prepping for the baby!
I am getting another one of these for the nursery. We have cats, and I'd like it to be as clean as I can keep it for the baby. I already have one of these in my house and it works amazing. I also feel like this will provide a good white noise for the...
Levoit Air Purifiers - Walmart.com
I have used this detergent for a while now and have sensitive skin. It has never caused me any issues. I can't afford to spend a ton of money of baby detergent. I know how to make my own with castille soap, so if this doesn't work, I'll use it for my...
Tide Free And Gentle
I have heard that these are amazing to have. I think having this around the house and it being organized will be great. I think this is great for travelling and being able to have all your baby stuff organized in your car.
Parker Baby Diaper Caddy - Storage Bin
I have heard such amazing things about these so I got one off our registry on Amazon!! I think these seem so smart for when the time comes! It will save us so much pain from our knees and elbows from leaning over a tub!
Bath Kneeler
I have the exact same ones as in the first photo and they save my sanity. I can keep them so clean in this! I love that I can attach it to anything too with the strap!! Having cats, this keeps fur from sticking to the pacifier and keeping me from con...
Pacifier Storage Container
Nursery
Here is a list of items we will be having in the nursery!
Walmart has some great options for nursery chairs, and we love ours. I think they are great to get especially having one that rocks as well. I wanted something that would rock but I also thought a recliner might be best for if we need to take naps lo...
Glider Recliners in Recliners - Walmart.com
I wanted something not on wifi that doesn't emit EMFs and this one is perfect for that. It has a great range just from the camera to the viewing monitor. I like that there is video with it too. It is also super affordable.
iFamily Baby Monitor - 5" Screen, 30Hrs Battery
I didn't want to spend a ton of money on the hatch and pay for the subscription in the app, and this is amazing. It puts out a decent amount of light for the nursery and has a ton of different sounds. I love the timer option on it too. It is super sm...
Yogasleep Nod White Noise Machine & Night Light
I wanted these so bad for the drawers in the nursery. I think that they can make it look so nice and give a good ease when opening up drawers. I love the option to put these on one another and really keep everything organized.
Drawer Dividers
I NEED THESE!! I love the organization that you get with them. I understand that you will fly through some of the clothes so fast and some of the hangers you won't need long, but this just helps keep my sanity. I want to know how everything is laid o...
Newborn Clothes Hangers
We got this exact one and adore it. I wanted a rocker/glider that would also recline for when we will need to possibly sleep with baby later on. I love rocking chairs so having one like this makes me very happy. It has great support and good cushioni...
Nursery Gliders | Ashley HomeStore
I have the crane that is in this photo! It is super cute and also massive! I live in a drier state, so I wanted to make sure that my baby can breathe easy and not have their skin dry out! I know mine does! It holds a ton of water too so you don't hav...
Baby Humidifier - Target
I love space, so my baby boy is getting space things too haha. I honestly feel like amazon has great nursery decor, space or not. If you are looking for cheaper options for decor, then I feel like amazon is the place to look for that.
Space Themed Nursery
We got one of these and adore it. I love having the changing table attached and then the drawers. I liked having a small dresser to add in extra stuff for changing! It will convert into a toddler bed which makes it so worth it!!
Crib & Changer Combo - DaVinci Baby
We got these exact ones for the nursery. I find them super cute. Omg they look amazing!! They fit a lot more than I thought that they would too. I have seen the ideas of flipping them over and putting decor on them and then hanging jackets or somethi...
Wall Mounted Bookshelves For Kids