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items From pregnancy hacks, to gift ideas, to how to survive the first year... I have put together a list of the items that made my parenting journey easier!
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Pregnancy Hacks
Gifts for Baby
Surviving the 1st Year
Pregnancy Hacks
What I have found to make pregnancy more enjoyable!
Morning sickness took me by surprise in my first trimester. The smell or even thought of certain things made me want to run to a bathroom! Having these nausea pop drops helped me actually be able to get through my day without the sour stomach.
Preggie Pop Drops Morning Sickness Relief
There came a point where I wasn't ready to buy a bigger bra or even a nursing bra yet, but my favorite one was getting more snug as my belly grew. Purchasing these helped save me money with buying new bras.
Bantoye 9pcs Bra Extender 2/3/4 Hooks Nylon
Sleep while round and pregnant can be a struggle, but when my husband gifted me this I cried. I hadn't slept great in weeks until the first night with this pillow. I even used it in postpartum for a few weeks until my abdominal muscles strengthened.
Momcozy U Shaped Full Body Pregnancy Pillow, Grey
This inexpensive lotion helped me so much with my growing belly. I had stretch marks from hip to hip and using this every night helped to slow down the stretching, and even lightened them after the birth of my son.
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Stretch Marks Lotion, 8.5oz
I wanted to dress comfy but also cute, but mostly comfy. This was lightweight, and breathable and I was able to wear it for the entirety of my pregnancy. I would invest in this again!
Trendy Queen Womens Casual Summer Jumpsuits
Towards the end of my pregnancy my hips and back started to get sore, so to stretch and strengthen them I found exercises online to do with this ball. I definitely think it helped my body prepare for labor.
BABYGO Birthing Ball - Pregnancy Yoga & Exercise
I used this more in my early postpartum days than during my pregnancy just to protect my pelvic floor and help hold my abdominal muscles in. It kept me from overstraining my back while I recovered.
AZMED Maternity Belly Band for Pregnant Women
It seemed like I was always thirsty while both pregnant and breastfeeding, so this extra boost in my water helped make sure I was staying hydrated!
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier - Lemon Lime, 16ct
I highly recommend drinking this tea if you're planning on breastfeeding or pumping. It doesn't have the greatest taste, but I could definitely tell a boost in my supply when I drank it. I started drinking it at around 28 weeks and drank it a few mon...
Traditional Medicinals Organic Mother's Milk Tea
The third trimester brought a lot of water retention for me, especially in my legs and feet. I lived in these all the way up to birth. They helped me and maybe they could help you too if you're experiencing this.
Aoliks 7/8 Pairs Medical Compression Socks
Gifts for Baby
Ways and items I have found to bless new parents!
Creating this quick and simple list helped me answer the question “what do you need”. It's free to make and there is a checklist to help you make sure you have all you need for your soon-coming baby!
Amazon Baby Registry - All in One Place
This toy helped my son learn hand-eye coordination, as well as, the exploring of textures on each shape and problem solving. We purchased this when he was about 6 months old and now 15 months old he still enjoys playing with it.
MINGKIDS Montessori Baby Sorter Toy 6 Pcs
This made bathtime a lot easier! No straining your back holding the baby up with one hand and washing with the other. My son was comfortable in it and well supported. The holes made for quick drying afterwards so no worry of mold or mildrew growing!
Angelcare Baby Bath Support (Grey) for <6 Months
These bibs are so nice for meal time! They are easy to wash in the sink or dishwasher, but it's really great how they catch the food that falls from your baby's mouth!
PandaEar Set of 3 Silicone Baby Bibs, Unisex
We clothed my son in footie pjs for the first few months of his life. It was cold out, they were easy for diaper changes, and they quick to change out of if needed!
Gerber Baby Boys 4 Pack Sleep 'N Play Footie
Your baby grows so fast and knowing they won't be this small ever again, these keepsake ink pads are great to capture the size of their cute little hands or feet without the mess. We did this with our son and gave them to the grandparents as gifts fo...
4-Pack Inkless Hand and Footprint Kit - Jet Black
This is best for families who love to be outdoors! Whether it be camping, soccer games, hiking, or trips to the park this durable and washable folding highchair is a gift worth giving!
Bright Starts Pop 'N Sit Portable Booster Chair
This stimulating toy engaged my son as his vision was developing, and I loved it for tummy time especially. Machine washable was a plus too!
URMYWO Black and White Baby Toys, High Contrast
If your baby is anything like mine, he loves looking at himself in the mirror. This toy helped keep him engaged during tummy time because as he moved so did the baby in the mirror!
Tummy Time Baby Mirror with Crinkle Book & Teether
I found that these velcro swaddles were the best option for my son. He loved to be swaddled for sleep and snuggled in tight. These were parent-friendly for midnight diaper changes too!
KeaBabies 3-Pack Organic Baby Swaddle Sacks
We always tried to find items that were the most economical for our budget without compromising the safety and well-being of our baby. I can confidently say this was one of our best purchases. Baby Trend is a well-known brand that puts safety first, ...
Baby Trend Expedition Jogger, Millennium White
This was a fun and different way to engage my son while doing some tummy time. As he would hit the mat the sea animals would move around, keeping him entertained with cause and effect for the whole session. We still use it today, but now with water o...
Yeeeasy Tummy Time Inflatable Water Play Mat
This was the last “stage” we did with my son before we transitioned him out of a sleep sack. They come in multiple patterns and have sizes up to 24 months!
Cute Castle Baby Sleep Sack 6-12 Months (3 Pack)
In teaching my son independence with eating this was awesome! I still use these to this day with our snacks on the go. It does some times make a mess when he pulls his hand out, but I found that bigger snacks like animal crackers are better.
Munchkin Snack Catcher Toddler Cups, 2 Count
These blocks are both educational and fun to play with. I demonstrated to my son how to balance and stack them, and he thought that was the greatest thing! He loves these!
B. toys – Baby Blocks – 10 Soft & Educational
If you want to promote independence with your baby this is the bookshelf for you! After a few months, my son can now grab a book himself off the bookshelf and put it back when he is done!
Humble Crew Kids Book Rack Storage Bookshelf
I recommend this as a gift for any new parents! Accidents happen especially in the early days so having a waterproof cover is nice for quick and easy clean up.
Waterproof Changing Pad Cover Sheets 2-Pack
This company makes a lot of cute onesies and I purchased one that I had my son in for some of his newborn pictures. He is our little miracle, for sure!
Bump and Beyond Designs Pregnancy Announcement
This is great both for babies and kids because it doesn't add any chemicals to your child's skin.
BUG BITE THING Suction Tool - Insect Bite Relief
This little teether teaches your baby how to grip, and hand-to-mouth coordination, and prepares them for using an actual toothbrush later on.
Baby Banana Toothbrush Training Teether Toy
Puzzles like these are great for a 1st birthday present! My son absolutely loves figuring out where the pieces go. I love that we get to teach him the letters that make up his name and he gets to learn his name too.
PUREFLY Personalized Name Puzzle for Kids
Going for walks is something my son and I look forward to doing several times a week. This is a fun and different way for your baby to take in their surroundings while still being safe. The sunshade and storage for waterbottles and toys were a big se...
Little Tikes 4-in-1 Trike, Pink, 9m-5y
Around 7 months old my son was cruising the couches learning his balance to standing and then to walking assisted. My parents purchased this for him and he loves it to this day. He has figured out how to sit and scoot himself across the room now too.
Radio Flyer Busy Buggy, Ages 1-3, Red
Stacking items is a big aspect of a baby learning fine motor skills and these blocks are perfect for little hands. They keep their shape while also being soft enough to not be a hazard.
Infantino Super Soft Building Blocks, 12-Piece
A great blessing for new parents! Our friends gifted us this and not only was it delicious, but it was also nice to have to make a meal while taking care of a newborn.
Gourmet Soup Delivery, Gifts & Care Packages - Spoonful of Comfort
Once my baby was mobile whether that be crawling, cruising, or walking I loved to put him in a romper. It's easier than having shorts that slide down or a shirt that rides up. It keeps them cool in the summer yet allows them the mobility to master th...
Simple Joys by Carter's Unisex Snap-Up Rompers, 3-Pack
I love that these are simply wood and yet still are cute! These are safe for baby to chew on and learn to push across the floor!
TOY Life Wooden Montessori Baby Rattle Cars
This isn't a necessity but it does make cleaning up bath toys a lot easier! The handle makes for easy grip and the holes in the bottom of the basket ensure the toys will dry out without the possibility of mildew or mold growing.
Ubbi Bath Toy Organizer with Drying Rack, Gray
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"YOU ARE LOVED BEYOND MEASURE" BODYSUIT IN BLUE
A personalized nightlight is such a neat gift for your sweet baby to grow up using. These are handmade by a small business and are customizable!
Personalized Baby Night Light - Cloud & Moon
Nothing more scary than seeing your baby choking. This device can save lives with adapters for both adults and infants/children. I recommend this for any household to have.
LifeVac Yellow Travel Kit - Portable Suction
Surviving the 1st Year
These things made the first year with my son so much easier!
Having a new baby means washing and sanitizing bottles, pacifiers, toys and pump parts every day! Save yourself the extra time of running your dishwasher or boiling in a pot with these sterilizer bags. These were a lifesaver to us and so thankful my ...
Munchkin Sterilize Microwave Steam Bags
Shopping carts can be not the cleanest, could have sharp metal spots, or even just not comfortable for your baby to sit in. We take this everywhere we go both grocery shopping and to restaurants, as this fits in most high chairs. Baby stays clean, co...
ICOPUCA Baby Shopping Cart/High Chair Cover
Teething is tough both for parents and for babies, but these teether straws saved us so much frustration and tears (both parents and my son). It's hollow and wide enough to not impose a choking hazzard. It helps baby learn to grip and not to mention ...
Fu Store Hollow Teether Tube, 6 Pack Chew Straw
If you're like me I think about my baby's safety all the time. When I lay him down for bed or naps I want to make sure I hear him if he needs me. I LOVE this monitor for several reasons. 1st I love that it doesn't require wifi. Ours isn't always reli...
HelloBaby Portable Video Baby Monitor, 4" IPS
Giving my baby medicine like gas drops was made much easier with this little gadget!
Frida Baby Medicine Pacifier & Syringe Dispenser
For the first few months I pulled this with me from room to room as I was exclusively breastfeeding my son. It held my water bottle, tissues, snacks, burp rags, charging cable, and anything else I needed close by. It built really quickly and collapse...
Volnamal Baby Diaper Caddy, Plastic Movable Cart
I didn't use this to pump with,but it was really nice to have on the other breast while breastfeeding to avoid any unnecessary waste of that precious milk! I loved the lid so I could cover it and put it in the fridge for when I was ready to store it in the freezer for later or use it on his cradle cap!
haakaa Manual Breast Pump 4oz/100ml & Cap Combo
We use this to this day! It's on a low noise and a calm red nightlight keeping our son sound asleep all night long. I love that I can turn it off or on with my phone, or just by simply tapping the top.
Hatch Rest Baby Sound Machine, Night Light
We all know diapers STINK especially as babies get introduced to real food. This sealing and locking diaper pail has been really surprising with how well it locks in that odor. The locking ability on the lid helps keep little hands from getting in an...
Ubbi Steel Diaper Pail, Odor Locking, Ivory
Having wearable hands-free breast pumps was so liberating for me! As a first-time mom who breastfed I had no idea how many hours nursing and pumping would require, so having this option to pump while I take care of other things was wonderful! Just ma...
kmaier Wearable Hands Free Electric Breast Pump
For the first 3 months, my son stayed in our room at night. With how often he was up nursing and needing a diaper change it worked for us to do that. This kept all his diaper-changing items organized and the handles were nice to carry wherever we nee...
Maliton Baby Diaper Caddy, X-Large, Rustic Style
I absolutely LOVED this diaper bag! The multiple pockets were great for holding small items and keeping them from getting lost in the bottom of the bag. It's machine washable and really durable. There are multiple colors and patterns for whatever you...
RUVALINO Diaper Bag Backpack, Large Capacity
If my son was ever gassy we would put him in this and turn the vibrating feature on for about 10 minutes and within that time it would pass and he would find relief. I liked playing with him while he was sitting in it because I felt we were face to f...
Ingenuity Ity Bouncity Bounce Baby Bouncer Seat
The most bang for your buck! I love that this whole highchair comes a part for easy deep cleaning like after spaghetti night and for less messy meals all I have to do is remove the top tray, clean it and put it back- done! It grows with baby and is s...
Ingenuity SmartClean Trio Elite 3-in-1 High Chair
These were a God-sent gift for me. Going out in public during the first few months while my milk was regulating, was nerve-wracking. I was always worried that I would leak through my shirt, but wearing these I didnt worry about that anymore. They are...
Organic Nursing Pads - 14 Washable Bamboo Pads
Learning the dance of breastfeeding can be painful, well at least it was for me. This cream I would apply constantly and with its organic ingredients it was safe for the baby too. No need to wipe off between pumps or nursing sessions. I kept one in m...
Organic Nipple Butter™ Breastfeeding Cream, 2oz
With tender breasts or trying to avoid clogged milk ducts I wore these for the first few months. I liked how easy it was to nurse, but also how comfortable they were to wear
CAKYE 3 Pack Maternity Nursing Sleep Bra
Putting some type of cream on your baby is almost inevitable, but I love that I could apply it on my baby without getting my hands dirty. Having a smaller one with a travel case was wonderful for the diaper bag too!
Bumco Diaper Cream Spatula Home & Travel Set
Feeding baby food is messy no doubt, but I really appreciate these plates. They are soft, have strong suction for high chairs, and can be put in the dishwasher like a regular plate.
KeaBabies Suction Plates for Baby, Toddler - 3-Pack
With lots of options out there this one has been the best for us so far! It has great suction with soft tips. Even stubborn boogies don't stand a chance!
Lunobaby Rechargeable Nasal Aspirator for Babies
Hands down one of the best parenting books I have read in helping navigate the first year. We were able to get my son on a schedule, understand his cues better, and help him to sleep through the night.
On Becoming Babywise
My son was able to break through every child safety mechanism we installed except for this one!
Safety 1st Lazy Susan Cabinet Lock
When my baby was in a rear-facing car seat all I wanted to do was be able to see him and check on him while we were driving. This was an inexpensive and effective choice we installed in both our vehicles.
Baby Car Mirror, DARVIQS Seat Safely Monitor
Early postpartum days I used these for pain relief after a rough birth experience with my son. They stay bendable and moldable to your body without being uncomfortable sitting on it.
2 Pack Gel Ice Packs for Injuries, Reusable
I love this for multiple reasons that surpass just for breastfeeding. I used it to help prop up my son as he was learning how to sit on his own, and my husband used it to feed him his first bottle. The cover comes off to wash as well!
Boppy Nursing Pillow, Gray Taupe Leaves
If you plan to carry your baby hands-free, I have found this one specifically to be the most comfortable for both me and my son. You can machine wash it if it needs to be and it adjusts with easy directions on the carrier itself.
Infantino Flip Advanced 4-in-1 Carrier
Sunscreen for babies that is safe can be hard to find especially if you're trying to avoid excess chemicals on their skin. My son has sensitive skin but this one from Hello Bello seemed to work the best for him. I loved that it was in a stick, so no ...
Hello Bello SPF 50 Sunscreen Stick, 1oz
This helped me a lot with knowing how hot or cold the water was for my little guy. As a first-time mom I couldn't trust just my wrist to tell me if it was okay for him, but putting this in the water made my life easier. It would blink red if too hot ...
Elepho eFloat Digital Baby Thermometer (Blue)
Some mamas never used their glider but I do every single night. My son has loved being rocked since birth and we have spent many nights using this. For cost, I definitely think its worth it!
Storkcraft Premium Hoop Glider & Ottoman
My son seems to figure out all of our “baby proofing” quicker than we took to install it. These however have kept him out of dangerous drawers in our kitchen and bathrooms, plus they don't have to be drilled into your cabinet doors to work!
12 Pack Child Safety Cabinet Locks, No Drilling
I chose this one specifically because it would be compatible with a crib and toddler bed.
Serta Perfect Start Dual Sided Crib Mattress
With the hundreds of options, we chose this one for a few reasons. I wanted a company that I could speak to apart from Amazon. I wanted a crib that would convert as my son would grow without falling apart. The converter pieces you do have to purchase...
DaVinci Charlie 4-in-1 Convertible Crib, Espresso
I didn't think having a vibrating option was a big deal until I had a gassy baby who wouldn't fall asleep without it vibrating. For the price and ease of moving around the room, I'm glad I chose this one!
Delta Children Rocking Bedside Bassinet - Jungle
My son cut his first two teeth at 4 months old and has been having at least one pop through a month since then. This oil is organic, safe for young babies, and can be used up to 6 times a day. Using this was the only way he would sleep at night. I gi...
Wellements Organic Baby Tooth Oil, 0.5 Fl oz
Purchased two of these, one for our back deck and one for the hallway. They are far easier to work than the old-fashioned ones and I love that they retract so it doesn't narrow our walkway. It keeps my son contained in the area we want him in and he ...
dearlomum Retractable Mesh Baby/Dog Gate, 33"x55"
I can't express how thankful I am that someone gifted us these for our little guy. Instead of his shirt getting soaked, these absorb all his drool without giving him a rash or musty smell. 10/10 recommend!
Konssy Muslin Baby Bibs 10 Pack 100% Cotton
I found using kitchen scissors is a lot easier for cutting up my son's food. It's quicker and they cut through anything down to little pieces.
Astercook Kitchen Shears, Heavy Duty Scissors
We have found Babytrend to be a safe yet budget-friendly option for car seats. We recently upgraded my son from his infant one to this one and couldn't be more happy with it!
Baby Trend Cover Me 4 in 1 Car Seat, Vespa
I loved this for keeping my son cool on our walks during the warmer months. It wraps easily around almost any part of his stroller and it has a pretty good battery life.
TRELC Mini Handheld Stroller Fan, 2024 Upgraded
Something so simple yet I'm so grateful to have it. The mirror is big enough that I can glance in my mirror and see almost his whole carseat.
Shynerk Baby Car Mirror, Safety Car Seat Mirror