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Pumping/breastfeeding mom must haves
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items All the things that have been helpful in surviving breastfeeding and pumping! Pumps, pump parts, storage, cleaning, etc
The pink spectra has been my go to with my last 2 pumping journeys. I’ve heard great things about the blue one too, plus that one doesn’t need to be plugged in!
Spectra
My favorite wearable pump! Just seemed to do a better overall job than the other wearable pumps I tried. Used this pump everyday at work with my second!
All-in-one M5 Wearable Breast Pump: Convenient & Discreet
Highly highly recommend this! I didn’t discover it until I was a few months postpartum with my second, but it helps so much!
Legendairy Milk Pumping Spray 4 oz, Organic
Flange sizing can be super helpful, especially if you’re struggling a bit with supply. Can definitely help with discomfort!
Nursi Luna Flange Sizing Kit 3-in-1 with 10PCS Inserts
I used this with my second a ton! While nursing on one side, pop this on the other side to catch a little extra milk! Only downside is the size, so baby can sometimes kick it off.
Haakaa Generation 2 Silicone Breast Pump with Suction Base 5 oz 1pk
Get yourself a good water bottle. Whatever is going to get you to drink more! Most breastfeeding moms get so thirsty with feedings, but I never did! So I needed to force myself to drink enough water to stay hydrated and keep my supply up!
Insulated & Stainless Steel Water Bottles
On top of water, I strongly recommend any kind of electrolyte drinks. Liquid IVs have been my go to for electrolyte drinks with pregnancies and post partum
Liquid I.V.
Any time I had a clogged duct, this worked like magic! Highly recommend having on hand for that!
Legendairy Milk Sunflower Lecithin 1200mg
Haven’t ACTUALLY tried this one, but plan on using with this baby. I’ve heard so many good things about it and collecting extra milk.
Boon Trove Silicone Manual Breast Pump
I liked these bags because they have a little area you can tear and pour out of, which is convenient! The only downside is they can freeze a little weird if you freeze like 4oz+. If you put more than that, they don’t freeze completely flat
Breast Milk Storage Bags
These were my other go to freezer milk storage bags. Freeze flat really nicely. Can have issues with leaking/bags breaking, but if you put them in a bowl/Tupperware when thawing, you should be good!
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 100 Count
The best pumping bra that actually lets you be hands free!
Hands-Free Adjustable Pumping Bra for Nursing
Next favorite pumping bra! I used this to pump on one side while baby nursed on the other. So supportive and no pads that you have to adjust after washing!
Momcozy Seamless 4-in-1 Hands Free Pumping Bra
Perfect for soaking pump parts and bottles in the sink, while keeping them separate from the rest of your family’s dishes
MontNorth 9L Collapsible Wash Basin with Drain Plug
Bottle brushes! This one comes with multiple size brushes, and the perfect little brushes for Dr Browns parts!
Boon Cacti Bottle Cleaning Brush Set - Brown & Green
Perfect if you have the room for this in your budget or as a baby shower gift! There’s honestly nothing worse than getting done with pumping, feeding, and then realizing you have to wash all the parts 🙃
Momcozy KleanPal Pro Baby Bottle Washer & Sterilizer
I made a lot of oat/protein balls post partum with my second! There’s tons of recipes out there, Kodiak also makes a mix that I’ve tried and liked! I froze a bunch in my third trimester too which was helpful. Any easy snacks are a must!
Kodiak No-Bake Protein Ball Mix Oatmeal Chocolate Chip - 12.7oz
For all the leaking that happens 🙂
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads