These are the products I'm truly grateful I was gifted or had purchased before baby arrived! Being prepared before baby got here genuinely made our days calmer, easier, and more doable as I transitioned into motherhood! I hope it helps another momma ...
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Your real postpartum recovery needs
Thoughtful baby registry gift ideas
Your real postpartum recovery needs
Did you know taking 2-3 salt baths a day soaking in these salts can help speed up your healing process?! From stitches to muscle pain this is the magic for all of us ladies
Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Magnesium Soak - Fragrance-Free - 4 lbs
Be prepared for some sore nursing moments those first few weeks! It's worth it though momma's!
Soothing Silver Nursing Cups
One of the cheapest but thoughtful push presents to get for yourself, a friend, sister, sister-n-law, or neighbor!
Mamas, this isn’t just for baby. Keep all your postpartum basics in one caddy and easily move it from bathroom to bathroom.
The Caddy - Lalo
I used this for every meal! I wasn't able to sit on a wooden chair but I could sit on the couch and it quickly became my breakfast, lunch, and dinner space too
Adjustable Bed Trays | Folding & Portable Options
I highly recommend this bassinet. Wheels are a lifesaver postpartum — no leaning, twisting, or struggling during those night feeds. A wheeled bassinet is truly your best friend!
Bassinets & Bedside Sleepers - Baby
Babies noses are so small; this tool helps get those little boogies out without going too far in their tender noses
oogiebear products at Target
With so many neutral color options this rocker won't look out of place in your space. So great for babies when getting ready, showering, or pumping. Put my baby in this as early as 2 weeks old
Maxi-Cosi Kori 2-in-1 Rocker - Classic Oat
If you know, you know. These catch the milk that leaks from the opposite side while feeding so nothing goes to waste. Drain and store—no milk wasted
Haakaa Ladybug Silicone Milk Collector 2.5 oz/75 ml
Looking for a time saver! These are amazing for a quick clean when pumping at work or at night!
Dapple Breast Pump Cleaning Wipes - Fragrance Free - 25ct
This saved my sanity, if it had a home on this cart I could easily find it a second time! When guest cam over I could wheel it away so both baby and I postpartum necessities weren't spread throughout the living room
YASONIC 3 Tier Rolling Cart with Wheels, Hooks
These pad's saved me! I would say 2-3 packages were enough to last me through the postpartum phase when they were needed!
Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pad - 8ct
BUY AND TAKE THIS WITH YOU TO THE HOSPITAL FOR POSTPARTUM!! Use it to sit on in the hospital bed, Just trust this recent new mom!
Boppy : Nursing Pillows
Listen up, breastfeeding mamas—don’t sleep on this hack.
Use these reusable nursing pads to catch those random letdowns, then place the used ones in the bassinet. Your baby will feel comforted by the scent of your milk and ✨sleep longer stretches✨. W...
KeaBabies 14pk Washable Nursing Pads, Organic Reusable Breast Pads for Breastfeeding, Nipple Pads, Breastfeeding Essentials (Neutrals, Medium 3.9")
Start your hair care before the hospital—it can help you lose less when that postpartum hormone dip hits. Strengthening and nourishing your strands early makes a real difference once the shedding begins!
Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo - 20 fl oz
Do you know how far an extra hot and ready meal can take a momma freshly home from the hospital? Let me tell you.... A LONG WAY! It's thoughtful, it's helpful, and that's what friends are for!
DoorDash Gift Cards
Thoughtful baby registry gift ideas
So cute for baby boy or girl! I like the muted colors on this one
Skip Hop Discoverosity Montessori-Inspired 3-Stage Activity Center and Play Table
This highchair has 8 different sitting options! I don't know another on the market like this. I like that the plastic cushion is easy to wipe down and a plastic table lid helps for quick clean up messes in high stress moments.
Buy High Chairs for Babies | Baby Essentials
If you have a travel bestie this light weight and easy to put away for travel and storage crib will have them excited
Zazzy Portable Playard with Bassinet
The battery on this pump makes it worth every penny! Just be sure to purchase additional flanges to have this fit you best and get the most milk during your pumping sessions
S12 Pro Wearable Breast Pump | Efficient & Quiet
The cutest paci holder's! Easy to find in the night or on the go! Buy your friends an endless supply!
Loveys + Pacifiers
The sweetest gift! This wooden brush is timeless, kept in the car to fix baby's hair after the ride
Cradle Cap Baby Brush with Soft Goat Bristles
Need I say more? A timeless keepsake is on the top of my gift list
Baby Book | The Story of You
My husbands a musician and we love hearing him play! Have musician friends, these help protect those sweet ears!
Have used daily! Top 10 most used gift we got off our registry
Infant Loungers
OMG! I wanted this so badly when I was pregnant! When it arrived on my doorstep I might've screamed
Fern Chequer Totepack
Doubles as car camera and an easy on the go monitor to take on vacation or to grandma's when we're napping outside of the house!Captures photos and videos of cute moments that I'll look back on in a year from now
HD Baby Car Camera Monitor System
Special gift for a first time momma friend
Mama Jewelry Collection
Do you know how far an extra hot and ready meal can take a momma freshly home from the hospital? Let me tell you.... A LONG WAY! It's thoughtful, it's helpful, and that's what friends are for!