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Nursing and Pumping Essentials
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items These products helped me establish and keep my milk supply as an oversupplier. As a first time mom, I didn’t know what I was doing or where to begin, so I narrowed it down for you. I hope these products help you as much as they helped me.
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Pumping
Having an oversupply I’m constantly going though breast milk bags. These have been the easiest to freeze with. They freeze super flat and are easy to make bricks with.
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 100 count : Baby
I love this bag for transporting my pumps and milk to and from work.
Fasrom Wearable Breast Pump Bag with Cooler
Used this pump to help collect colostrum.
Harmony™ manual breast pump
I love these nursing bras. They fit my wearable pumps perfectly and securely, even with the extra large collection canisters. They are so soft and comfortable enough to sleep in. The padding on the inside is helpful in hiding any leaking.
Nursing Bras | Pumping & Breastfeeding Bras
I love this bra! It’s so soft and supportive. I love that it allows you to be hands free while pumping.
Nursing Bras and Tank Tops
This was SO helpful in keeping my milk cool during overnight pumping sessions when I didn’t want to go down the stairs to put my milk in the fridge. I love this product!!
Portable Breast Milk Cooler for Outdoor - 22oz
I bought two of these diaper caddies. I use one to bring my nursing and pumping items upstairs and downstairs each morning and night. Then I use the second one for downstairs diaper changing items.
Parker Baby Co. Felt Diaper Caddy Regular - White
Use this glass pitcher to collect all my milk from one day and then freeze it before bed. I love that it’s glass and so easy to pour from.
WILLOW Glass Breast Milk Pitcher
These are amazing for collecting colostrum before baby comes. You can put them in the freezer and take them with you to the hospital.
haakaa Silicone Colostrum Collector Set - 6ct
Very helpful when you can’t wash parts in between pump sessions. I love these when I came back to work.
Dapple Breast Pump Cleaning Wipes - Fragrance Free - 25ct
Bought these to swap out the originals canister on my Willow Go. They help prevent splashing and leaking of milk from the top.
WILLOW Go Splashguard Container Set - 5oz/2pk
I got this pump through my insurance and it’s amazing!! It allows you to pump both sides with a different suction making pumping way more comfortable. It’s so easy to use and completely empties me when I use it.
Spectra® SG Synergy Gold Double Adjustable Electric Breast Pump
I recommend having lactation measure your nipple to get the correct flange size. After that I bought inserts for all my pumps to make sure that pumping was comfortable, which led to more milk output.
Flange Inserts 13-21mm 5pcs for Medela
This wearable pump works just as well as my plug in wall pump. I love that I can pump and still get things done around the house or while playing with my little one.
Willow Go®: Wireless Hospital-Grade Breast Pump
Nursing
So helpful in preventing cracked nipples.
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream 100% Natural
These are so soft and you can hardly feel them when wearing them. Amazing for if you have any kind of letdown to prevent leaks!
Momcozy Bamboo Fiber Disposable Nursing Pads, 120 Count
This is the best to catch letdown on the other side while nursing or in those early months where you are leaking all the time. Might as well catch it and be able to build of a freezer stash!
Haakaa Ladybug Silicone Milk Collector 2.5 oz/75 ml
Wearing these helped prevent any chapped nipples and promoted healing.
SILVERETTE - The Original Silver Nursing Cups – Silverette Usa
This is so helpful to get out a clogged duct. Fill it with some hot epsom salt water and let it work its magic!
Haakaa Generation 2 Silicone Breast Pump with Suction Base 5 oz 1pk
I used this nursing pillow for forever. It didn’t hurt my c-section at all and I felt so supported with baby being so close to me.
Nursing & Feeding Pillows
This light base middle of the night feeds a breeze. Easy to use and didn’t wake baby or my husband up.
EASZZZ Baby Night Light, Nursery Lamp BPA Free
My favorite electrolytes to stay hydrated without tasting too salty.
LIDO Electrolyte Powder - Hydrating Electrolyte Powder Mix
Use this sterilizer bag all the time. It’s perfect if you don’t want a sterilizer out on your countertop.
Haakaa Silicone Microwave Sterilizer Bag
These are so amazing to help with sore and tired breasts. The cold helps with engorgement and swelling, while hot can encourage let downs.
Lansinoh Therapy Packs with Soft Covers, Hot and Cold Breast Pads - 2pk
I kept these in the fridge and alternated between these and the silverware in between feedings. It saved my nipples. I never had any cracks or blisters from feeding and pumping.
Frida Mom Cooling Hydrogel Nipple Pads - 8ct
Tried multiple nursing covers, but this one was my favorite. You have to use one hand to keep it open to look at your baby, so you have both hands to help reposition baby for easier nursing.
Muslin Nursing Cover for Baby Breastfeeding, Soft & Breathable Breastfeeding Cover for Mom by Comfy Cubs - Lace Pink
These are super soft and nice to have around the house. If you aren’t wanting to wear the disposable ones, I recommend these.
KeaBabies 14pk Contour Organic Nursing Pads, Reusable Nipple Pads for Breastfeeding, Washable Breast Pads + Wash Bag (Neutrals, Large)
I got these in a care package during the early postpartum days and I feel like it helped bring in my milk supply. They taste amazing and were a great reminder to take my other vitamins.
Frida Mom Postpartum Gummies for Lactation - 60ct
This water bottle brand makes a specific one for nursing mommas who need to stay hydrated throughout the night. It has time goals on the side of the bottle while still looking aesthetically pleasing. It helps me achieve all my water goals to take sur...
Water Bottles