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First-Time Mom Must Haves 2025: What You’ll Actually Use
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items You're not a regular mom, you're a cool mom! These are the things I actually used religiously as a first time mom. This list has been carefully curated based on my experience as a first time mom. Don't waste your money like I did and start with the...
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Feeding Time Favorites
What Actually Makes Getting Out the Door with a Baby Easier
Sleep (or Something Like It): What Helped Us Get More Rest
All the Other Things I Swear By
Feeding Time Favorites
Feeding babies can feel like a nonstop job — especially in those early months when you’re running on coffee and love. I tried so many things before finding what actually made feeding smoother and less stressful. This lists contains the essentials I k... Nothing fancy — just practical, well-loved baby items that make feeding time feel a little easier (and a lot less messy).
This was the ultimate game changer for me with the twins. My only regret is not getting this right after we switched to formula. You just push a button and in seconds it automatically mixes, warms, and dispenses a perfect bottle — no measuring, no ma... Get this if you want to get more sleep.
Formula Pro Advanced: Baby Formula Dispenser | Baby Brezza
We were first introduced to this while in the NICU--my twins were preemies and spent about a month in the NICU. My preemie NICU babies had early feeding struggles and these were a godsend. The internal vent system helped reduce spit-up, gas, and discomfort, which was critical for my babies who were still learning to feed efficiently. Because the set comes with...
Dr. Brown's Anti-Colic Options+ Baby Bottle Essentials & Sippy Spout Gift Set - 0-6m
This high chair has been amazing for us. We started using it right when the twins hit 6 months and were ready for solids, and it was perfect because they were secure and comfy. Now, as toddlers, we're still using these--we just pull them right up to the kitchen table without the tray. I lov...
Moa 8-in-1 High Chair
When my twins started solids, I made all of their food. I had four set of these glass oxo baby food jars that I used to store and freeze purees. They have a complete airtight seal, freeze, and reheat well. Plus, who doesn't love a cute tiny container...
OXO Tot Glass Baby Blocks Food Storage 4oz
If you don't get the Baby Brezza and your are formula feeding, this pitcher is a must. Before getting the Baby Brezza this is how we prepared the twins' bottles. It allows you to batch prepare multiple bottles at once and requires no shaking (which c...
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula Mixing Pitcher with Stopper & Lid
While I hated pumping, I absolutely loved the Elvie. I'm not sure how I would have been able to pump as long as I did without it. The Elvie allows you to actually get things accomplished while you're pumping instead of being stuck in one spot. If you...
Elvie Double Wearable Breast Pump w/App
Having preemie NICU babies I was fixated on properly cleaning and sanitizing everything! I went through two other sanitizers before finding and falling in love with this one. The reason I kept this one and returned the others is that this one is rela...
Dr. Brown's All-in-One Sterilizer & Dryer
The best suction plates that ACTUALLY suction to the table/high chair. I went though the hard plastic ones before I found these (spoiler: the hard plastic ones suck). In addition to the fact that these actually do what they are supposed to, they are...
WeeSprout Silicone Suction Plates 3 Pack
There is a reason everyone has a boppy pillow! As a twin mom, this pillow (x2) were essential during the newborn phase — especially for bottle feeding. These made feeding two babies at once not just possible, but actually peaceful. I would sit on th...
Boppy Nursing Pillow Ergonomic Bottle & Breastfeeding - Blue Speckled
What Actually Makes Getting Out the Door with a Baby Easier
Getting out of the house with the twins used to feel like prepping for a full expedition — and honestly, some days it still does with them as toddlers. But I’ve learned a few things (mostly the hard way 😅) that make outings so much easier. This sect...
I cannot recommend this stroller enough. It was a splurge that was so worth it. I initially tried to save money and started with some cheaper versions but nothing compares to this when you're toting around two. This stroller fits through all standard...
Bugaboo Donkey 5 twin stroller midnight black sun canopy, midnight black fabrics, black base | Bugaboo
This is the best travel crib! It's so easy to break down and set up. It's also super lightweight so I have no problem lugging them both around. I also love that the side unzips so you don't have to deadlift 35lbs! My kids still sleep in these at 2.5 ...
Lotus Everywhere Travel Crib
Sleep (or Something Like It): What Helped Us Get More Rest
Sleep with babies feels like this mythical thing everyone talks about but no one actually gets — at least not in those first few months. I remember trying just about everything to help my little ones settle and stay asleep a bit longer. Over time, I ...
When my babies were little, muslin swaddle blankets were one of those things I reached for every single day. We started using them when they came home from the NICU, and honestly, I didn’t realize how much we’d rely on them. These ones that we had fr... burping, and as a blanket. These ones held up so well in the wash wash, which is huge when you’re going through laundry nonstop. Target always has the cutest prints that they are rotating out, which doesn’t hurt either.
Muslin Swaddle Blankets | Soft, Lightweight Baby Essentials
Our SNOOs were the third and fourth parent we needed for the twins. These were a godsend not only because of the assistance with soothing the babies but because they gave me peace of mind that the twins would not be able to roll over while they slept...
SNOO Smart Sleeper Bassinet
If you want a reliable two-camera monitor without wifi with excellent range, this is the one. I bought this after doing tons of research and I'm glad I did. The range is incredible and allows my husband and I to go on outdoor walks while still keeping a close eye on the twins.
Babysense HD S2: Video Baby Monitor with 2 Cameras, Non Wifi, Split Sc
This was one of the things most recommended to me while I was pregnant. We have used it daily since bringing the twin home. As soon as we brought the twins home from the NICU I incorporated this sound machine into to their routine. We still use it to...
Hatch Rest
I know what you're going to say: why do I need to buy a shusher? I'm the shusher. This thing is pure magic…I can't explain it. But what I can tell you is that this gadget saved us during car rides with fussy screaming babies more times than I can cou...
Baby Shusher Portable Sound Machine - Mom 'Shh!'
We had one of these in each of our vehicles. Our twins quickly learned to associate white noise with sleep. These portable machines allowed us to replicate conditions on the go.
Yogasleep Rohm Portable White Noise Machine
Were all moms as scared as I was to put their baby on a mattress to sleep? I don't think I could've transitioned the twins out of the Snoo without these mattresses. Knowing that they could breathe through these mattresses gave me the ultimate peace o...
Safe & Breathable Crib Mattress
My favorite soft muslin crib sheets. These are totally breathable so I felt good putting them over our Newton mattresses. The Little Unicorn brand are my favorite, not only because of the cute prints but because of the quality. I have 4 of these shee...
Crib Sheets | Organic, Cotton Muslin, Stretch Knit & More
All the Other Things I Swear By
Some baby items don’t fit into a tidy category — but they end up being the things you use (and love) the most. This section is all those random-but-essential baby items that made everyday life easier. From the extra set of hands I didn’t know I neede...
What can I say…double the babies double the smelly diapers. I had heard from many people that it was pointless to buy a diaper pail. Lies! I couldn't disagree more. This thing keeps all the smell contained, even after 2 years of constant use. It's al...
Diaper Pails | Munchkin
You need this! This has served a dual purpose. First, my babies struggled with various skin issues (dry skin, baby eczema, cradle cap). Running this periodically made more of a difference than any cream (and believe me, I bought tons!). Second, when ...
Frida Baby 3-in-1 XL Top Fill Cool Mist Humidifier
Babies are a little gross and weird. You will need a tool like this at least one time per day. I can't explain it, but you will. I loved having so many tools in one to help me get all the right angles for whatever gross baby task I was undertaking.
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Picker
Never thought I’d be out here sucking snot for love, but parenthood is wild 😂 This thing actually works — clears baby’s stuffy nose fast, no grossness, no tears. Total must-have for congestion relief and sleep-deprived parents everywhere, not just t...
Frida Baby NoseFrida SnotSucker Nasal Aspirator with 24 Filters