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New Mom Must-Haves That Actually Saved My Sanity
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By
Ashley Velazquez
After surviving those first few months, I put together this list of absolute must-haves and the things that made my life easier.
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Sleep and soothing
Feeding Essentials
On the go musts
Sleep and soothing
The things that helped me get some sleep, and saved my sanity when I was running on 2 hours and cold coffee.
Calms baby (and you) for better sleep
Soothers & Sound Machines - Baby
Prevents startling and helps them sleep longer
Baby Swaddle Blankets + Easy Wrap Swaddles | aden + anais - Halo Sleep
Middle-of-the-night diaper changes without blinding you
Dimmable Night Light
Easy to move room-to-room
Baby Bassinets & Bedside Sleepers - Halo Sleep
Keeps them from falling on the floor every 5 seconds
Pacifier Clips for Babies
Makes feeding way more comfortable
Nursing Pillows in Feeding(314)
For listening to podcasts, calls, or white noise while holding baby
Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds | Best Noise Cancelling & True ...
For all the random drops
Munchkin Arm & Hammer Pacifier Wipes
Feeding Essentials
These are the tools that helped me stay (somewhat) sane
Leak protection and easy access for feeding.
Nursing Bras
Total game-changer for multitasking
Willow Pump
Catches letdown milk, no waste!
Haakaa Generation 2 Silicone Breast Pump with Suction Base 5 oz 1pk
You will need lots of Them– For your shirt, your couch, your car, etc.
Bibs & Burp Cloths
Essential for building a freezer stash
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 100 Count
Especially helpful for nighttime feeds
Best Bottle Warmers
Perfect for prepping bottles on the go or late night feeds
Formula Pro Advanced: Baby Formula Dispenser
On the go musts
These essentials made it easier to stay organized, prepared, and (somewhat) calm when we were out and about.
For peace of mind while driving
Best Rear Facing Car Seat Mirrors
Stylish, hands-free, and holds everything
Baby Diaper Backpacks | Waterproof & Changing Pad Options
For car or public restroom changes
Best Portable Changing Pads
Keeps baby cool on hot days
Portable Fan
Great for restaurants, parks, or grandma’s house.
Portable High Chair
Fast and easy to use during stressful moments
Thermometers
Gross but necessary
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