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Pregnancy and Postpartum Must Haves!
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items Must haves for pregnancy AND postpartum to help you feel more comfortable during your birthing experience!
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If you have just found out you're pregnant or have known for a while, this is the list for you! These are all the products that I used as a mom of 3 that helped me stay healthy, comfortable and actually enjoy pregnancy!
This pillow really helped make my nights a lot more comfortable. It eased my pelvic girdle pain and made me feel more secure with a pillow under my stomach. More restful nights really made my pregnancy more enjoyable!
Boppy Cuddle Pregnancy Pillow, Hypoallergenic Fill, Easy-on Cover, Gray Basket Weave
Once my baby got big enough, my back really struggled to keep up with her growth. This Belly band really helped take the weight off of my back and helped me feel more support with my growing Belly (and baby)!
Momcozy Belly Bands for Pregnant Women, Hospital-Grade Pregnancy Belly Band with Ergonest Back Support & Breathable Fabric – One-Piece Adjustable Maternity Belt for Abdomen, Pelvic, Back Pain Relief - Walmart.com
These were a lifesaver for those moments when the pregnancy nausea hit! I made sure to have them in my bag at all times.
Three Lollies Preggie Pop Drops Dietary Supplements, 21 Count - Over-the-Counter Morning Sickness Relief during Pregnancy - Safe for Pregnant Mom and Baby
No matter what underwear I got, it always dug into the bottom of my bump. So when I found these, it was a complete game changer!
Momcozy Women's Maternity High Waist Underwear Pregnancy Seamless Soft Belly Support Panties Over Bump 3 Pack - Walmart.com
Leg cramps were awful with my 3rd baby. The one thing that always helped was sitting in a warm bath with these magnesium flakes! They helped EVERY TIME!
Aromasong Raw Magnesium Dead Sea Bath Salt Flakes 3 lb. Resealable Bulk Pack
At the end of your pregnancy, your breasts get a little leaky. But don't let that go to waste, collect the liquid gold to freeze and give to your baby when they get here! ✨️
Momcozy Colostrum Collector, Portable Reusable Breast Milk Collector and Storage Bottles, 5ml, 2pcs
The are not only great for postpartum, but even during pregnancy! Wires were very uncomfortable during my pregnancy and I needed something that would hold me together and not cut me in half! These really helped with my fast changing body.
Momcozy Nursing Bras for Breastfeeding, Seamless Pregnancy Maternity Bra Wireless Classic Jelly Strip Support Nursing Bra - Walmart.com
This really helps itchy pregnancy skin and to help stretch marks from forming. Out of 3 pregnancies, I only gained 2 small stretch marks!
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Pre-Natal Care Kit: Targets Stretch Marks, Scars, Dry Skin.
A cute water bottle to help you stay hydrated is always a must have!
Owala UO Exclusive FreeSip 32 oz Bow Water Bottle
Perfect for morning/all day nausea! Morning sickness is NO JOKE.
Schweppes Caffeine Free Ginger Ale Soda Pop, 7.5 fl oz, 10 Pack Cans
Not hydrated, WHERE?! These keep you hydrated even if you are constantly throwing up.
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolyte Drink Mix - Variety Pack - 6ct
These vitamins really got me through my morning sickness. They have a minty flavor and have metholated vitamins to ensure you get whats best for you and baby!
Prenatal Vitamins | Essential Prenatal
Postpartum Care
Everything I used to make my postpartum body rest and heal!
These are so much better than the adult diapers they give you in the hospital! They actually hold you together, feel more secure and less like a diaper! Plus they are disposable!
Frida Mom Disposable Postpartum Underwear for Women, Boyshort (8 Count) HSA/FSA Eligible - Walmart.com
Peri bottles are one thing that is NEEDED during postpartum care. It's upside down to help you get every drop of water, and it's so much easier to use than the regular ones.
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle for Cleansing after Birth, + Travel Bag, 1 Ct
Trust me, you need this. Thats all I got to say.
Dermoplast Pain Relief Spray for Minor Cuts, Burns and Bug Bites, 2.75 oz
If you are breastfeeding, this is the best nipple butter I've found! Takes away soreness from the pump AND baby!
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter, Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding, 2 oz
Truly help ease the pain during your healing!
Lansinoh Postpartum Padscicles, Perineal Ice Packs for Postpartum Care, 12 ct.
This helped me feel more comfortable in my own skin!
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Pregnancy Recovery Kit: Post-Natal Firming, Stretch Marks, and Scars.
My stomach felt like my organs were floating around after having my babies. This really helped things move back into place better!
Arsvita Abdominal Binder Post Surgery Tummy Tuck, Postpartum Belly Band Wrap, Post C Section Belly Binder Recovery, Stomach Compression Hernia Belt for Women after Pregnancy, Hysterectomy
This truly is THE survival kit. It has everything you need to make the beginning of your breastfeeding journey less messy and less painful!
Frida Mom Breastfeeding Survival Kit with Nipple Cream, Lactation Breast Pads, and More, 13 Piece Kit
This is pretty self-explanatory. The more help you have to ease the pain, the better!
Tucks® Hemorrhoid Relief Kit with Lidocaine Cream & Witch Hazel Pads, 40 Count
This is perfect for when you feel engorged and have no relief! A manual hand pump is so much better than being attached to a pump for a long period of time.
Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump, Hand Pump for Breastfeeding
Just so you don't get your bras soaked every time you have a let down! Plus they are eco friendly!
Lansinoh Washable Nursing Pads, 10 CT
Nursing mamas always need a bedside pick me up!
Mars Mixed Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, & 3 Musketeers Minis Chocolate Bars - 19.49 oz Bulk Bag
You get tons of protein in this snack, which is amazing for breastfeeding!
Emerald Nuts, Cashews Roasted and Salted 100 Calorie Packs, 0.62 Oz, 10 Ct
Thus will help ease the pain that topical things cant touch!
Equate Ibuprofen Tablets, 200 mg, Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer, 500 Count
I wore these through my pregnancy AND postpartum journey. Super comfy, easy to nurse with AND help you look cute when you're recovering.
MINTREUS Lounge Sets for Women Knit Short Sleeve Tops and Long Pants Soft Comfy Pajamas Set Oversized 2 Piece Outfits - Walmart.com
A sitz bath is EXTREME need after baby is born! Your bottom will be so grateful!
4 in 1 Sitz Bath Soaking Kit - Complete Kit for Epsom Salt Soaks for Postpartum Care and Hemorrhoid Treatment - Bundle of Sitz Bath Seat, Solution Bag, Hand Flusher & Storage Bag