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Baby 0-15mo Esstentials
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items First time mom? Overwhelmed with all the options? I was too. These are the items I still use with my 15 month old girl.
Sections
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Bath
Breastfeeding
First Time Mom Essentials
Newborn Must Haves
Post Partum Survival
TCF Diapers and Best Wipes
Bath
So good I've bought one for grandma's house and repurchased after I lost this during a move.
Yookidoo Baby Bath Shower Head Elephant Pump
Gave her first bath in this at 5 days old. I still use this to lean her back in order to wash her hair without getting soap in her eyes. Worth every penny.
Angelcare Baby Bath Support Gray - Under 6 Months
Absolute saves the knees from the hard tile in the bathrooms. 100% worth it for just the kneeling pad.
beiens Bath Kneeler & Elbow Rest Pad Set
My girl battles eczema due to very sensitive skin. I have to be extra careful with what soaps I apply on her to make sure she doesn't break out. Although expensive, this is worth it.
TUBBY TODD Baby Bath Gift Set - Wash, Bubble, Ointment
When trying to save money for my super sensitive skinned babe. This wash has come in handy. More affordable than Tubby Todd but has clean ingrediants that ensure my baby's skin doesn't break out.
Pipette Tear-Free Baby Shampoo & Wash, Fragrance-Free for Sensitive Skin, 11.8 fl oz
Comes in a pack of 4. Love using these for my babys hair. It's gentle and lathers the shampoo well. P.S - my baby also loves to play with this in the tub like a toy.
Baby Bath & Cradle Cap Silicone Brush 4PCS
I used this when my baby was 1 week old all the way until she was 13 months. I've definitely accidently hit her skin but the file immediately stops on skin contact. Doesn't leave sharp edges and my baby never cried while using this.
FANSIDI Electric Baby Nail Trimmer Kit Blue
The first few months, your baby may not be ready to play with bath toys. However, one their interested they will have tons of fun with these turtles. My daughter still loves to watch these as the swim.
SEPHIX Wind-up Turtle Bath Toys for Toddlers
People always say to skip the baby towels. However, for me this is all i've used with my little one. Every bath she's had I've used one of these towels. Super absorbent and I takes up less space for storage. I wash after every use so I have multiple ...
MIGIOL Muslin Hooded Baby Towel 32x32 Beige
Ironically, the bathroom is the only place i've used a lounger pillow. I lay it on the bathroom floor with a towel over it. After my baby is done, I just lay my baby on the pillow and wrap her up in the towel, dry her off, moisturize and dress. I lik...
Lucakuins Baby Lounger 0-12 Months Organic Cotton
These are great for younger babies. They suction to the side of the tub and can easy spin when baby hits them. These were my baby's first bath toy at around 3 months old.
LiKee Strong Suction Cup Fidget Sensory Toy
This is what I used when my baby had cradle cap. It is so gentle on the scalp and the comb does an amazing job getting those flakes out.
Frida Baby 3-Step Cradle Cap System Set
Not necessasry but as a first time mom, having one of these just eased the bathing process for me. Just knowing the temperature for sure helps calmed down my anxiety in making sure the water wasn't too hot.
Baby Bath Thermometer Digital 3-Color Backlit
Breastfeeding
Absolutely hands down my favorite wearable pump. Each cup hold about 8-9oz each. I was an over supplier so I needed a bigger capacity cup. The motors hold their charge for several pump session. This was gifted to me but I would 100% spend my own mone...
Momcozy S12 Pro Hands-Free Double Pump 24mm
This was my main pump. It is still portable but not wearable. It is expensive but worth every cent. The suction is perfect with many levels of suction. This is the power horse of my collection. Chefs Kiss
Spectra Synergy Gold Dual Electric Breast Pump
I went through many jars of this. Always put a little on the inside of your pumps to prevent frictions and rub injuries to your sensitive areas. This stuff is my holy grail.
Lansinoh Organic Nipple Balm for Breastfeeding and Dry Skin, 2 Ounce Jar
I used the amazon subscribe to have this auto delivered every month. Super cute and sturdy bags. I always froze in 5oz each and never had an issue with any leaking.
SPOSIE SimpleFeed Breast Milk Storage Bags 8oz 100ct
This is the bag I used at work. It comes with an ice pack and had storage on one side for carrying my pumps. This is also a smaller bag so great for stuffing in a work backpack.
PIIOSER Breastmilk Cooler Bag with Ice Pack
This is the larger options that I used to travel with. I had no problem carrying this through TSA at the airport. This has lots of space for packing the extra bottles when you're traveling.
Breastmilk Cooler Bag w/ 2 Wipes & Ice Pack
My baby refused every single bottle I tried to give her. For the most part she was an exclusively breastfed baby but the times I had to leave her at daycare or with someone else. These were the ones she would actually take.
Pigeon Glass Nursing Bottle Wide Neck 4-Pack
The only bottle we used. My baby was pretty much exclusively breastfed with the occasional bottle at daycare. These PPSU plastic bottles are more durable with the repeated bottle warming.
Pigeon PPSU Nursing Bottle Wide Neck 5.4oz 2pcs
Definitely not necessary but they saved my poor nips during the first couple weeks of breastfeeding. Putting these in the fridge to cool them down before putting them on made the relief so much better. During the adjustment period of breastfeeding, y...
SILVERETTE® Original Silver Nursing Cups
Always had one of these in my diaper bags. I just put it over and loved the hard rim at the top to ensure air flow to my baby. I live in Texas and it's so hot all the time, having air circulation while baby fed was essential.
Konssy 2-Pack Muslin Nursing Cover with Hoop
I had a million of these. They help with the leaking and the sensitivity. I wore these literally 24/7 for about 10 months straight. Skip the cheap adhesive disposable nursing pads and use these.
Lansinoh Organic Bamboo Nursing Pads, 10 Ct
Having a hand pump was my go to pump during the first few weeks of breastfeeding. After I established my supply, I kept this is in my care for emergencies if I forgot to bring my electric pumps. This has saved me on multiple occasionsl.
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with Flex Shields
These are my favorite way to sustain my thirst during nursing. Taste so good and they have coconut water which has proven to help with milk supply. (ONYL Lyte have coconut water)
BODYARMOR LYTE Peach Mango Sports Drink 16oz x12
Please continue taking prenatal when breastfeeding. You are losing so many nutrients and vitamins when breastfeeding. Taking a daily prenatal ensure your nutrients are replenished. This also helps with hormone balancing as well. No need to be fancy t...
One A Day Women's Prenatal Multivitamin with Folic Acid, DHA and Iron, 30 Ct
These are nit glamorous or will make you feel sexy but they get the job done. Best bang for your buck. These are soft and stretchy and extremely comfortable. Getting a big pack saves money and time.
HBselect Women Maternity Nursing Bras 5 Pack
Finding the correct flange size can make all the difference when finding a good pump that works for you. Your flange size can even change throughout your breastfeeding journey so getting a kit of multiple sizes is great to have on hand to continually...
Nursi Luna 3-in-1 Flange Sizing Kit 10PCS
When nursing, it is super common for your other side to start leaking. Don't let that milk go to waste! This is so easy to just stick on the other side of you bra to catch the extra milk. However, note that this does not suction on to draw more milk ...
Boon Trove Silicone Manual Breast Pump - 1 Count
First Time Mom Essentials
Kinda pricey but worth every penny. I still use this for my 15 month old during traveling at airports and my hands are full Having a good M hip placement was super important to me to encourage healthy hip development. This carrier is my favorite.
Ergobaby 360 Baby Carrier w/ Lumbar Support
I had gotten this on a sale and it was worth every penny. Saves time and make bottle and pump part cleaning so easy.
Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro - Washer, Sterilizer & Dryer
My baby is in the stage where she doesn't want to sit in a shopping cart. I started using this to carry her in the store so she isn't screaming the entire time. The seat is large enough to hold her properly and this spreads the weight, so I don't get...
Tushbaby Original Premium Hip Seat Carrier
From the first night I brought my baby home to this very day, I use this every single night. There is multiple light setting and many sound options. Turn it on and off with one tap to the top and you have 4 preset setting you can adjust and switch th...
Hatch Rest Baby Sound Machine & Night Light
Skip the electric ones. I have tried so many electric ones and the suction is never strong enough to get my babe cleared up. I use these to control how strong the suction is and I have one everywhere! One in the bathroom, my diaper bag, my moms house...
Frida Baby Saline Kit with NoseFrida Aspirator & 10 Filters
This was an absolute must have during pregnancy. Being pregant trying to sleep is already so hard to do. Do yourself a favor and get one of these!
MOON PARK U Shaped Full Body Pregnancy Pillow
I used during labor, on the stroller and in the car. I have multiple. Multiple levels of speed. Just get them.
Gaiatop Mini Portable Stroller Fan, 3 Speed, Rechargeable
I've tried others and this is the one I've used for the past year. It's color during the day and then turns black and white at night. The clarity is one of my nonnegotiable and this one has it! I love the big screen. I've recommended to my friends, a...
DoHonest Baby Car Camera 7-Inch HD 1080P
In the Texas heat, my car AC does not reach my baby effectively. Having this connected to the head rest and is so adjustable left and right, up and down and has multiple speeds is so nice for my baby. Being USB means I don't need remember to charge i...
Hayousui USB Dual Head Car Cooling Fans
Newborn Must Haves
Cheaper than the Frida and do the same thing. These are a life saver with an extremely colicky baby. Use these sparingly and not every day but as a last resort these are a miracle worker. Instant relief.
Gas and Colic Reliever for Babies, 20 Count
Literally gets all the stains out. This cleaned up my breastfed babies blowouts so easily. Just sprayed after I rinsed her clothes. Then put in the wash and BAM. No stains.
Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray 4oz
I had so many high contrast cards and my baby loved to just stare at these. These are great for development as your baby eyes are still adjusting and can't really see much.
Thremhoo Black & White Baby Soft Book 0-6M
Literally can't have too many burp cloths. I even used these in the bath for the first few months to cover my baby so she wouldn't get cold.
Looxii Muslin Burp Cloths Baby Girl 6 Pack
My baby hated being swaddled with her arms down. This swaddle allows her to sleep with her arms up.
Love to Dream Swaddle UP Baby Sleep Sack Gray
Skip the baby mittens, they never stay on. Instead get Pjs that have a mitten cuff. Onesies is all my baby lived in the first few weeks of live. Double zippers are a live save for night changes. Bamboo is great for sensitive or eczema prone skin. Thi...
Aablexema Baby Bamboo Rayon Zipper Pjs 3pcs
Used this from day one until around 3 months old. I also had the fisher price play mat and had it in another room. These piano keys are much more sensitive and easier for baby to touch to get the sounds to go off. This one for younger babes and the fisher price for older babes who have more strength to push the piano keys.
Baby Einstein 4-in-1 Kickin' Tunes Play Gym
This is a very popular play mat for a reason. The songs are so catchy and my baby loved watching the lights. Keep in mind that the piano keys need a little bit more strength from baby in order to get the sounds going. If you have a smaller baby or yo...
Fisher-Price Glow & Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym
Post Partum Survival
PLEASE for the love of God stock up on these! I bought literally 5 boxes as I was healing. The hospital does give you a few but thank me later, YOU NEED MORE!
Frida Mom 2-in-1 Postpartum Ice Maxi Pads
I went through several bottles of these in like 2 weeks. The cooling sensation of this paired with the ice packs were my only saving grace.
Frida Mom Witch Hazel Perineal Healing Foam
If you think you'll just use the bottle the hospital provides… you're wrong. You NEED this bent neck peri bottle. So gentle and feels great on those stitches!
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle Postpartum
I bought these and diapers. I prefer these 100%. I didn't even want to go back to normal underwear after using these. These are stretchy and a lot thinner than diapers. Diapers just create extra bulk on top of the perineal sandwich and it gets uncomf...
Frida Mom Postpartum Disposable Boyshorts
You think the foam and ice pack is enough. NOPE. You need this too. I went through a few packs of these too within the first couple weeks.
TUCKS Medicated Cooling Pads, 200 Count
If you plan on being a nursing mom, you'll want a night gown that has easy access to nursing.
Ekouaer Women's Button Down V Neck Nightgown
TCF Diapers and Best Wipes
TCF diapers are so important for eczema prone, diaper rash prone or extremely sensitive skin. Free of harsh chemicals, parabens, lotions and scents. These are my second favorite diapers. I use these during the day and overnight.
Freestyle Hyper Absorbent Ultra Soft TCF Baby Diapers, Size 4, 48 Count (Select for More)
Expensive but my absolute favorite TCF diaper. My baby has super sensitive skin. These have minimized eczema breakout and diaper rashes. I personally subscribed to the Coterie website, but these are also sold at Whole Foods in single sleeves. These a...
Coterie Size 4 Diapers, 25 Ct
These are my top favorite wipes. Although a little pricey they are worth every penny. They are large and strong wipes. Your finger wont poke through and these stretch without breaking. One side is textured to grab all that gunk and have the perfect a...
Honest Co. Clean Multi-Use Wipes, Unscented, 60ct
Healthy Baby Snacks
By FAR the absolute favorite puff snack for my little one. So easy to grab in the hand while munching. She honestly loves anything from Little Bellies but she LOVES these.
Little Bellies Organic Strawberry Pick-Me Sticks Puff Snack, 0.56 oz
Another item I keep stocked in my pantry. These are not too sweet but are delicious! Perfect afternoon snack.
(2 pack) Little Bellies Organic Apple & Cinnamon Puffs Snack, 0.42 oz Bag
Once my little one could use her pincer grab more effectively she loved these!! I dump the whole thing in her snack cup and they're gone in 10 minutes.
(7 pack) Little Bellies Organic Apple & Berry Softcorn Snack, Baby & Toddler Puff Snack, Age 10+ Months, 0.28 oz Bag
Perfect sneaky way of getting some extra veggies in the day. These are easy to hold and don't taste like straight veggies. Although these do require some teeth to eat. Simple and clean ingrediants.
Once Upon a Farm Organic Tractor Wheels Toddler Bar, Apple, Sweet Potato & Spinach 5 Count
Clean organic ingredients. So easy to serve as a snack or even a side to a meal. My toddler loves these.
LesserEvil Lil' Puffs Organic Baby Snacks for Toddlers, StrawBerry Beet, 2.5 oz
Another puff option that is super easy to get with simple ingredients that include avocado oil. No seed oils in sight
Once Upon a Farm Organic Baby Puffs, Apple, Sweet Potato & Coconut, 1.5oz Canister
Perfect sneaky way of getting some extra veggies in the day. These are easy to hold and don't taste like straight veggies. Although these do require some teeth to eat. Simple and clean ingrediants.
Once Upon a Farm Organic Tractor Wheels Toddler Bar, Strawberry, Pumpkin & Beet, 5ct
Cerebelly pouches have always been a staple in this household. Certified Organic, Non-GMO, with 0 g added sugar, and plant-based ingredients. Easy way of sneaking in some extra veggies!
Cerebelly Organic Baby Food, Spinach Strawberry Puree Pouches, 4 oz, 6 Pack
Created by a neurosurgeon and encourages cognitive development. I have no second thought about serving this to my baby. One of the best flavors and so easy to stick in a diaper bag.
Cerebelly Organic Toddler Smoothie Pouches, Dairy Free Purees, Celery Apple Kiwi, 4 oz BPA-Free Baby Food, 6 Pack
My baby is kind of picky when it comes to yogurt melts. Even these she won't eat a lot of them but she will eat a good handful.
Once Upon a Farm Organic Coconut Melts, Strawberry Banana, 1 oz