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Postpartum MUST-HAVES (Canadian Edition) ✨
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items Postpartum is hard, and every little bit helps. I’m sharing a list of all the things that helped make my first year of postpartum slightly easier. I hope you find something that helps you!
Friends, if there’s one message you take away from this list, let it be this advice from me:
-> DON’T. Buy. An. Ordinary. Feeding pillow / boopy. It’s a scam. They didn’t work for me - it wouldn’t stay in place. It was more work to manage it *and* my newborn. It was single-handedly the worst purchase I made.
When I went to a lactation consult...
My Brest Friend Super Deluxe Nursing Pillow Platinum
This would be my #1 pick because it has more features, but I couldn’t track down a Canadian link. You can still grab it from the US though.
Why I like it:
✔️ Arm band to take the weight off (my arms are still paying the price).
✔️ Feels a little stu...
Momcozy Memory Foam Nursing Pillow
Just thinking about those first two weeks of breastfeeding makes me nervous! It was painful, painful and super painful. These nipple shields saved my life at a time when I didn’t think I could get through that initial stage of breastfeeding. One year...
Medela Contact Nipple Shields & Case - 24MM, Contact Nipple Shields with Case - 2PK
After tons of research and confusion, I’m glad I settled on this pump for myself. It has served my pumping needs just perfectly. Pumping on the go has been a game changer, personally speaking. I have been able to take it with me when traveling, being...
All-in-one M5 Wearable Breast Pump: Convenient & Discreet
I wish I had known about this belt sooner. I only discovered it two weeks postpartum, and it made such a difference in supporting my belly. I can only imagine how much it would’ve helped in those early days.
Frida Mom - Postpartum Abdominal Support Binder Belly Binder Postpartum Recovery, for Natural Delivery & C-Section Recovery, 9" High Adjustable Compression Wrap, 29" - 46" waist size
I have wide hips and these worked really well for me (compared to the bikini cut). They were much more comfortable than I imagined so I ordered another box.
Frida Mom - Boyshort Cut Disposable Postpartum Underwear (Without Pad) - Perineal Recovery - Super Soft, Stretchy, Latex Free - Newborn Baby Hospital Bag Essential - Regular, 8 Pack
I was skeptical about using this bottle at first…but I can now attest that it is quite useful and effective. It does what it promises - the angle is super helpful when you’re feeling all-so-tender down there.
Frida Mom - Upside Down Peri Bottle - Postpartum Recovery - The Original Fridababy MomWasher for Perineal Recovery and Cleansing After Birth - Hospital Bag Essential, Newborn Baby, Cleansing after Bir, 1 Peri Bottle
Felt a bit weird at first but they worked as promised - helped heal the vaginal area and provided soothing coolness.
Frida Mom - Witch Hazel Perineal Cooling Pad Liners - Postpartum Recovery - Newborn Baby - Hospital Bag Essential Perineal Medicated Witch Hazel Full-Length Cooling Pad Liners for Postpartum Care Spee, 24 Pad Liners
I would apply this on a normal pad to help with swelling, pain, and healing
Frida Mom - Witch Hazel Perineal Healing Foam - Postpartum Recovery - Newborn Baby - Hospital Bag Essential Instant Cooling Relief, No Harsh Ingredients, Relieves Pain, 5 oz
I bought this full kit for my hospital bag. I continued to use the items at home after being discharged. Every item pulled its weight, and I’ll never forget that 🤍
Frida Mom - Women, Newborn Baby Hospital Packing Kit - Labour and Delivery + Postpartum Recovery Kit - Hospital Bag Nursing Gown, Socks, Peri Bottle, Disposable Underwear, Ice Maxi Pads, Pad Liners, P, One Size
I own two of these in cotton and love them. I used them heavily in the early days of postpartum. They have great options for both various types of coverage, especially in those early days when the boobs are engorged and milk supply is yet to be estab...
Maternity & Nursing Bras
I am not a fan of polyester materials so I searched hard for a comfortable cotton nursing bra. After lots of orders and returns, I finally found the one that had taken me through my entire nursing season of 11 months and still counting!
I bought 5 o...
Gratlin Nursing & Maternity Bras
I loved this specific sitz bath because of its flusher pump attachment. It provided me with soothing relief for my 2nd degree tear and it helps ensure that the area is cleaned properly - which was my biggest worry while the stitches were fresh. 10/10...
DEANIC Collapsible Sitz Bath Tub for Hemorrhoids
Pregnancy & Postpartum care:
I received this as a gift from my SIL who swore by it. I used it during pregnancy on my belly - I would religiously apply it in the morning and evening and I think that really helped me minimize the stretch marks. You...
Tonic Body Treatment Oil
This lives on my nightstand and I have another one in my purse. I found a perfect tint that makes my face look much more alive which would otherwise look like a zombie with all the sleepless nights.
The Kissu Hydrating & Plumping Lip Mask
So soft, so comfortable, so versatile. Made me feel put together when nothing else felt quite together in the postpartum season
OFFLINE By Aerie Real Me High Waisted Crossover Legging
I lived in my pjs for the earlier part of my postpartum. These pants (and matching top) were super comfortable to lounge around in and breastfeed.
Modal PJ Pants | Gap
This set helped me feel a lot more comfortable in those early postpartum days when everything about my body felt new and foreign. The soft modal fabric gave me comfort while still leaving room to breastfeed and simply exist.
Modal PJ Shirt | Gap
I’ve added this here as a great alternative to the GAP pjs - something I would’ve considered if it was available at the time. I personally like the fabric blend of cotton and viscose.
Pinstriped lightweight pyjama set
I don’t play when it comes to the material of my pjs. I prefer cotton over most other materials. This cotton set comes in many design options and sizes go up to XXL! A highly underrated set IMO.
Grey Plaid Flannel PJ Set
Another comfortable cotton PJs set!
Pure Cotton Printed Pyjama Set