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✿ NEW MOMS ✿
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items Six years in, these are still the first-time mom essentials I’d recommend to anyone: the baby favorites, nursing lifesavers, and travel gear that made everything easier.
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BABY LOVES
FEEDING & NURSING
TRAVEL BUDDIES
Postpartum Recovery
BABY LOVES
As a first-time mom, I did a lot of trial and error to find what suited us. These are the baby items that were essential to me.
Absolutely love this! It was the gift I didn’t know I needed. It effectively kept diaper odors under control and was incredibly convenient, definitely a must-have.
Playtex Diaper Genie Expressions Fabric Sleeve Blue
FEEDING & NURSING
Nursing came with a lot of trial and error, and these are the things that made the journey easier to enjoy and navigate. From pumping to storage to comfort, they were my lifesavers.
So convenient, so discreet and it did not restrict my mobility as a nursing mom.
Elvie Pump | Hands-Free Breast Pump with Smart Features
This was such a life-saver when I had excruciating cracked, sore nipples.
The Best Organic Nipple Cream Motherlove
When I tell you that comfort and convenience is the star here, believe me. These bras are superior.
Maternity Nursing Bras
Bonding and nursing your little one is a beautiful experience, but when nipple issues like blebs, cracks, or blisters arise, these covers were my ultimate lifesavers, truly a must-have.
Finever Premium Nipple Shield for Breastfeeding
This was an incredible addition when I became a new mom! Thanks to its innovative design and shape, my baby was able to hold and feed himself early on. I absolutely love it.
Parent Sets (Teal, Breastmilk Starter Set)
This storage pouch made it easy for me to travel with these uniquely shaped bottles, and it helps maintain their temperature when used with an ice pack.
Nanobebe Breastmilk Bottle Cooler & Bag Grey
These were by far the best I’ve tried, they flatten completely and save a ton of space in my freezer.
Nanobébé 50 Breastmilk Storage Bags - Fast Thaw
TRAVEL BUDDIES
These are the picks that made life so much easier when traveling with the littles, whether it was beach trips, park strolls, or errands.
Beach trips, park strolls and pool visits were a breeze, all littles were strapped in secure and safe also its easy to push and setup
Wonderland W4 Elite Stroller Wagon
The ultimate customizable carrier, super easy to use, incredibly stretchy, and fully adjustable, so there’s no more guessing like with other carriers.
Boba Baby Wrap Carrier - Original Sling (Grey)
Rugged enough for any terrain with a smooth ride. Easy to clean, with plenty of storage and spots for bottles and snacks. I loved it
Baby Trend Expedition® Jogger, Dash Black
Postpartum Recovery
Motherhood is beautiful, but it takes a toll on you too. This is what helped me feel like myself again during my postpartum recovery.
This has been an essential part in my recovery journey after my postpartum hair loss.
Red Light Therapy Hair Growth Cap, 540 LEDs