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Everything I used as a Breastfeeding mama

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Breastfeeding was such a wonderful experience. I’m so grateful I was able to breastfeed both of my babies. I breastfed my first until he was a little over a year, had about a 3 month before I started nursing my second baby, so suffice to say, I've go...
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Catch Cups & Nursing Pads

Catch cups are great so your extra milk doesn't go to waste, and nursing pads save you from getting milk all over your clothes, yourself and baby

 
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These are great in the early days to catch extra milk
Momcozy Breast Milk Collector, Large Capacity
 
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I love my haakaa! It's great to collect milk during those early days.
haakaa Manual Silicone Breast Pump Grey 4oz
 
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let no milk go to waste!
Haakaa Ladybug Silicone Milk Collector 2.5 oz/75 ml
 
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I love using these those first few weeks until my milk comes in. So much easier than constantly washing reusable pads.
PureTree Organic Cotton Disposable Nursing Pads
 
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I love these once my milk regulates
Organic Nursing Pads, 14 Washable Breast Pads

Milk Storage

Storing breastmilk almost feels like science, make it easier with the right tools.

 
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Saves fridge space and makes pouring into bags or bottles easy and mess free
Momcozy Glass Breast Milk Storage Pitcher
 
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I use these instead of plastic bottles to store my milk until I’m ready to freeze it or give it to baby
Ball, Glass Mason Jars, Wide Mouth, 16 oz, Pack of 12
 
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Add these to the glass jars for a lower tox milk saver option
Ball Leak-Proof Plastic Lids for Mason Jars
 
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Makes keeping my milk bags flat so easy
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Container w/ Tray & 5 Bags
 
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These have such a strong seal and I love the pour spout
Willow Breast Milk Storage Bags (100-Count)
 
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a great alternative to plastic milk storage
Souper Cubes Silicone Breast Milk Freezer Trays
 
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an alternative to plastic milk storage bags
Nuliie 7 Pcs Reusable Silicone Breastmilk Bags 8oz

Pumps + Supplies

These are the pumps I actually use and love. Plus a few other things I can't imagine pumping without.

 
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A great option for a wearable pump. I love mine!
Hands-Free & Wireless Electric Breast Pumps
 
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I use this as my main pump. The rechargeable battery makes taking it on the go so easy.
S1 Plus Premier Rechargeable Double Electric Breast Pump
 
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Love to use this pump when I don’t need a full pumping session or just need some quick relief
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump On-the-Go
 
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I take these on the go with me to clean any pump supplies or parts when a sink isn’t available
Momcozy Breast Pump Wipes for Parts Cleaning
 
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This bag is great for holding my spectra and extra supplies
Breast Pump Bag for Spectra S1 & S2
 
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I like having an extra set of bottles that attach to my pump
Breast Milk Storage Bottle Wide Neck Set

Cleaning

Cleaning pump parts can feel like a new sport you didn't know you signed up for. These are the best tools I've used to make cleaning pump parts easier. 

 
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silicone over bristles any day
Pump Cleaning Brush
 
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I’m in love with my momcozy washer and sanitizer. It saves me so much time not having to hand wash and sanitize everything
Momcozy KleanPal Pro Bottle Washer & Sterilizer
 
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a cleaner option for washing baby bottles and pump parts.
High Performance Baby Dish Soap for Baby Bottle I ATTITUDE
 
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A good bottle brush set is a must
Silicone Bottle Brush: Multi-Purpose Cleaning for Narrow Containers
 
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beechwood is non-toxic if you're looking for an alternative to plastic
Windspeed Wooden Baby Bottle Drying Rack

Pain Relief/Soothing Measures

give your boobies the extra care a love they deserve! 

 
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do your nipples a favor, get some silverettes
Silverette Nursing Cups, Postpartum Essentials
 
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my favorite nipple butter! nothing else I tried compared.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter 2 fl oz
 
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good for mastitis or sore boobs
Hot & Cold Breast Therapy Packs

Nursing Bras & Clothes

easy access and comfortable are the requirements I live by when it comes to my nursing clothes

 
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I lived in these with while nursing my summer baby.
Nursing Tank Tops
 
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Very comfortable and affordable
HBselect Seamless Nursing Bras for Breastfeeding
 
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What I sleep in while breast feeding! Comfy but can still hold a nursing pad to keep me from leaking everywhere
Caramel Cantina 4 Pack Nursing Maternity Bralette

Nursing Covers & Pillows

making nursing more comfortable

 
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a great budget friendly nursing cover
Blissful Diary Muslin Nursing Cover - Roman Green
 
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comfy and breathable
Nursing Cover for Breastfeeding & Multi-Use Cover Up
 
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I'm a boppy pillow fan.
Shop the Best Nursing Pillows Collection

My Secret to Easier Newborn Nights

Save your sanity and get these extras! 2am will love you

 
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I keep this on my nightstand to put any pumped milk or milk I collect in my catch cup. Saves me from making a trip to the kitchen in the middle of the night.
Frigidaire 6 Can Mini Personal Dorm Fridge Cooler Moonbeam

Supplements, Drinks, & Snacks

I mostly stuck to high protein and whole foods, but there's a few extras I did really love to have on hand.

 
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great to help prevent or treat clogged ducts. I use this a lot in the first few weeks or if I'm away from my baby while breastfeeding.
Sunflower Lecithin - Natural Fat Emulsifier
 
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Not a coconut water fan? Body Armor Lytes are the alternative you need. All the hydration, none of the coconut water flavor.
BODYARMOR LYTE Sports Drink Variety Pack Bottles, 12 ...
 
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Hydration is no joke. Get a big water bottle.
HydroJug | Premium Water Bottles for Your Active Lifestyle
 
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delicious source of easy and quick protein
Chomps