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items Being a mom is hard enough, let alone remembering every single thing you need to buy or add to your registry. Use this as your guide! Tried and true from a mother herself, my credentials are one toddler, and another baby on the way!
Sections
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Sleep
Bath time
Every day necessities
Feeding
Pregnancy + postpartum
Breastfeeding
Sleep
Need peace of mind? This thing will give it to you. But my son had RSV. He had this on 24 hours a day, it only ever dropped once below the threshold, but that was when I knew it was officially time to go to the hospital. I made medical decision decis...
Owlet Dream Sock - FDA-Cleared Smart Baby Monitor with Live Health Readings and Notifications - Bedtime Blue
I personally love these, however, my baby did learn how to bust out of them after a couple of months. But they are good for the newborn stage.
Love to Dream Swaddle Up Swaddle Wrap - Original - Deep Olive - S
Less restrictive than the traditional swaddle up! Cozy, comforting
Love to Dream Baby Girl Transition Bag - Cotton 1.0 TOG Sleeveless Swaddle Wrap - Twinkle Pink - L
Bath time
Cost-effective, made of a soft silicone material and easy to clean- need I say more?!
Munchkin Shampoo Rinser
The only way I can entice my toddler with bathtime is with these guys. They are super fun, and honestly, they last a while. The second that they hit air or dry off, the light turns off.
Obviously, any child would need direct supervision while using ...
Glo Pals Water-Activated Light-Up Cubes 12pk
I stand on business when it comes to this bath support, this in a hospital receiving blanket, and you are golden for the newborn days
Angelcare Baby Bath Support - Gray
Smells so good, not your typical lavender wash.
Baby Dove Calming Moisture Baby Body Wash & Shampoo, Hypoallergenic and Tear-Free - 20 fl oz
Ahhh, the fresh baby smell!
Baby Dove Rich Moisture Baby Wash & Shampoo, Hypoallergenic and Tear-Free - 13 fl oz
We love Mustellla products, super great for eczema and baby acne!
Mustela Gentle Cleansing Gel Baby Body Wash and Baby Shampoo - 25.35 fl oz
Every day necessities
Trust me, although the little grass drying rack looks nice-but unless you are washing that as well, it’s going to grow mold. This drying rack is to go to.
OXO TOT Space Saving Drying Rack
Quick heating, fits pretty much every bottle 10/10 do reccomend
Philips Avent Fast Baby Bottle Warmer with Auto Shut Off
One of my favorite ring slings/baby carriers. Hard to get used to initially, but once you get it, it is the best thing that has ever happened. It is so comfortable and it does not make your back hurt.
Wildbird Ring Sling Baby Carrier - Chickadee/Bronze Ring
Trust me when I say this, use a heating pad and wrap up your post bath clothes, and diapers within it! Place it in the bassinet too for easy transfer and GOOOOD sleep!
Sunbeam Premium Machine Washable Integrated Heating Pad with Compact Storage - Standard Size
Place it anywhere, put baby in it at about two weeks old, use it all the time. Trip on it? No problem the grip on this thing is unmatched.
BabyBjorn Balance Soft Cotton Bouncer - Gray
Feeding
Perfect for breastfed babies! It took us a while to find a good solution to our latching issues, but these have us on lock!
NUK Perfect Match Baby Bottle - Slow Flow - 5oz/3pk: BPA-Free, Silicone Nipple
I stand at 10 to down for these bottles, these are finally the right bottle for my daughter, and they have a very natural and stretchy nipple. Pass the triangle test, and are supportive of babies with tongue ties.
Pigeon Nurture & Nest Silicone Coated Glass Baby Bottles with Nipples - 8 fl oz/2pk
Pregnancy + postpartum
Just trust me, if you have a vaginal delivery or you struggle with piles during pregnancy, you need these
Tucks Medicated Hemorrhoidal Pads - 100ct
If you know, you know, they don’t call the Ring of fire for nothing
Dermoplast Pain Relief Spray for Minor Cuts, Burns and Bug Bites - 2.75oz
It’s like a portable bidet, honestly this one is better and a little bit easier since the tip is a little better than the one they give you in the hospital
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle
Honestly, you probably only need one bag. These are so much better than the hospital provided underwear and giant pad. Unless you want to be pulling the pad out of your crack all the time, get these guys.
Always Discreet Postpartum Underwear Maxi Pad - Large - 14ct
Breastfeeding
Get the silver nipple covers. Nothing healed my nipples faster than these bad boys. It doesn’t have to be these ones, it can be any of them, but seriously I would wear these under clothes. I didn’t care how crazy I looked. Nothing compares to the pai...
WILLOW Silver Nursing Nipple Shield Cups - 2pk
It’s like a nipple spa day after a day of breast-feeding. These were especially useful right after birth and right in the beginning of our breast-feeding journey.
Frida Mom Cooling Hydrogel Nipple Pads - 8ct
There is not one manual breast pump that compares to this one. This is perfect for those really long draws that you need to do to empty your breast quickly. It’s perfect for on the go, especially car rides. Also good for events in case you’re at like...
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex
Clogged duct? Haka. Mastitis? Haka. This thing is amazing. It will catch any letdown and suck you absolutely dry while you’re breast-feeding on the other side.
haakaa Breast Pump with Suction Base and White Flower Stopper - 4oz
It’s not a war, it’s a need. This will keep your drink cold for seven whole business days
Stanley 64oz IceFlow Flip Straw Jug - Frost: Stainless Steel Drinkware
This is your best friend, skip any of the other ones because you’re not gonna wanna mess around with a clip or Velcro or whatever. This one you just tuck it around your waist and get that baby on the boob.
Boppy Nursing Pillow - Gray Beige Leaves
I personally found all of these super helpful and getting my milk in with my second baby. They don’t live a bad taste in your mouth, and I didn’t have any adverse reactions.
Legendairy Milk Lactation Vegan Support Bundle - 180ct
Cheap, effective and hands-down, quick to work
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding Essentials - 1.41oz
OK, these brownies, I was shocked to see that they worked. I’m not sure if it worked because it boost my serotonin cause it didn’t actually taste like anything nasty, but it worked and it worked quick. They are so fudgy and delicious
Emergency Lactation Brownies
Good to add to oatmeal!
Legendairy Milk Brewer's Yeast Powder - Unflavoured - 16oz
Travel
You don’t realize you need it until you don’t have it
Hatch Babies and Kids' Rest Go Portable Sound Machine - Putty
Staying in an Airbnb or hotel? These are a necessity because obviously you don’t wanna pack your sterilizer with you.
Medela Quick Clean Micro-Steam Sanitizing Bags - 5ct
If you live somewhere hot like I do, and you can reduce the heat even by a little bit? Do it.
Munchkin Sun Safety Car Window Rollershade with Heat Alert - Black - 2pk
Keep in mind you will need a Ryobi battery to make this work, but this is hands-down one of the best fans I’ve ever clipped to my stroller. Not only does the baby get some wind but so do I. This battery last forever I think something like 6 to 8 hour...
RYOBI 18 V ONE+ FAN 4 inch
The best of the best, easy to fold, easy to store, easy to put in your car. Great cupholders, great leg space, nearly flat recline for newborn adjustment. 10 out of 10.
Strolee Double Strollerᵛ²
Health & Safety
You just need this. All of it.
Safety 1st Deluxe Baby Nursery Kit - Gray - 30pc
I know what you’re thinking, and the answer is no. Boogers will not get in your mouth, make sure you put the filter in though otherwise they will.
Frida Baby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
the bees KNEES for anything snotty! Gentle tip for babies nose, easy single handed use, many suction modes, a night light- what more could you ask for?
Momcozy Hospital Grade Nasal Aspirator - 8pc