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Breastfeeding Essentials 🤱🏾
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items A curated list of breastfeeding essentials I actually used as a first time mom. From nursing comfort to early pumping, nighttime must haves, and modest friendly options.
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Nursing Comfort & Support
Feeding Essentials
Nighttime & On-the-Go
Pumping & Bottle Feeding
Modest Breastfeeding-Friendly Clothing (Muslim Mom Approved)
Nursing Comfort & Support
Essentials that supported comfort while breastfeeding. These helped with soreness, leaking, and overall nursing support, especially during the early weeks.
These are the best nursing bras for nighttime. They are are comfortable and makes breastfeeding at night so easy. I need to get more.
CAKYE 3 Pack Maternity Nursing Sleep Bra
Helps with dry sore nipples from breastfeeding. You don't have to wash it off before feeding baby!
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter™ 2oz Cream
I bought 3-4 pumping bras from different brands and this one is by far my favorite. I like that you don't have to fool with too many clips. It's easy to slip your pumps in and out.
Momcozy Hands Free Adjustable Pumping Bra
I didn’t use nipple pads daily since I’m rarely away from my baby, but they were a must at night for leaking and are especially helpful if you’re returning to work or pumping early postpartum.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads, 200 Count
Feeding Essentials
Everyday feeding essentials that supported breastfeeding and helped make nursing sessions smoother and more comfortable.
I swear by this nursing pillow. I absolutely love the back support. It's comfortable for mom and baby.
My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow Deluxe - Soft Rose
Super absorbent, get more than what you think you need. You never have enough 😅
Comfy Cubs Muslin Burp Cloths 20x10, 10-Pack
Nighttime & On-the-Go
Essentials that made breastfeeding easier at night and while out. These supported comfort, convenience, and smoother feeds during late nights and busy days.
Best night light for middle of the night feeds. The red light is great for keeping a calm environment
MediAcous Kids Night Light, 7 Colors, Timer
Breastfeeding makes you sooo thirsty. I love this water bottle because it keep my water cold and its leak proof. Its always by my bedside and I never leave home without it.
Owala FreeSip 40oz Stainless Steel Tumbler
Necessity for postpartum, but also a great place to keep all your breastfeeding essentials and snacks.
3 Tier Rolling Cart W/Wheels Practical Handle&ABS Storage Basket Organizer White
Every breastfeeding mama needs comfy pjs/lounge set with BUTTONS. Easy access for middle of the night feeds.
Ekouaer 2 Pack Womens Short Sleeve Pajamas
Pumping & Bottle Feeding
Items I used early postpartum when pumping and offering bottles. Helpful for building a small stash, managing occasional bottles, and supporting feeding flexibility.
This is a pump I used. It's compact, reliable, and hands-free. It also comes with wearable cups.
Zomee Z2 Double Electric Breast Pump - Portable
Another essential for breastfeeding moms. I prefer these because of the pour spout. You just tear and pour.
Medela Easy Pour Breastmilk Storage Bags 100ct
I chose these because the wide-neck nipples support a deep latch and are designed to promote proper oral motor development for breastfed babies. I also preferred glass bottles to limit exposure to microplastics.
Evenflo Proflo Venting Wide Neck Baby Bottles 5oz 6-Pack
I bought these during a short period of bottle refusal when I went back to work. The softer, more breast-like nipples seemed easier for my baby to accept when re-introducing bottles, especially in the beginning.
Lansinoh Anti-Colic Baby Bottles 5oz 3ct
A compact, vertical drying rack that saved counter space. I occasionally hand washed bottles, and this was a convenient place to let them dry.
Ubbi Vertical Baby Bottle Drying Rack Gray
I chose the bristle-only bottle brush with nipple brush instead of the bristle-and-sponge version, since sponges can harbor germs. This worked well for occasional hand washing.
Munchkin Bristle Bottle Brush - Gray
These were gifted to me and became handy once I started pumping more than 3 oz at a time.
Medla Breast Milk Storage Bottles 6pk 5oz
These were helpful early on when I was pumping very small amounts. Filling a whole bottle felt like a win at the time.
Medela Breast Milk Storage Bottles, 12 Pack
This made cleaning bottles and pump parts much easier early postpartum. It saved time and mental load, which made it worth the price for me.
Momcozy KleanPal Pro Baby Bottle Washer & Sterilizer
Modest Breastfeeding-Friendly Clothing (Muslim Mom Approved)
Breastfeeding-friendly clothing that supports modesty and comfort. These pieces made nursing easier for me while staying covered, especially helpful for Muslim moms or anyone who prefers more coverage.
I love these because they’re large, lightweight, and drape really well. They double as a discreet nursing cover, one of the perks of being a hijabi.
HANIYA Hijab (Chiffon)
Get this in every color. It makes almost any outfit breastfeeding friendly. Just add an abaya over top and you’re good to go. Extra points for the pockets.
The Sunnah Slip®
Button-down abaya with buttons all the way to the bottom, which makes breastfeeding easy and discreet.
Khaki Mélange Long Shirt Abaya
Cute, simple two-piece set that’s easy to nurse in and still feels put together.
Black Side Wrap Two-Piece Abaya
A flowy, breastfeeding-friendly abaya that can be styled casually or dressed up.
Dania Crossover Tie Open Abaya -Za'atar
A simple zip-front dress that’s very breastfeeding friendly and easy to nurse in.
Fashionable Fitted Long-Sleeve Muslim Dress with * Zipper.
Front zipper makes this dress easy and discreet for breastfeeding while staying fully covered.
Fashionable Muslim Front-Zip Nursing Dress