My top buys that helped me survive postpartum (so far) and aided my c section recovery. Hopefully these items will help you too! ✨
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C Section Support and Recovery
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Postpartum
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Skin and Hair
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Handy new mum essentials
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Clothing
C Section Support and Recovery
Items I found most useful during my c section recovery
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Handy for easy cleaning post surgery
FreshWipes Antibacterial Body Wipes
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Another easy to use when mobility is reduced but you want to keep fresh
FreshWipes Unscented Intimate Hygiene Wipes 10ct
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Tummy control really helped reduce my post section pain
WANYI 4-Patch Postpartum C-Section Belt
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The heat of the band really helped my scar pain for the first two weeks
Frida Mom C-Section Belly Binder Post-Op
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The compression of these postpartum disposable underwear was really helpful in relieving pain and also disposable to easy to just rip off and chuck away after postpartum bleeding
Frida Mom 8pc Postpartum Underwear
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Do not use until sign off from the GP and your wound is fully healed! But great to help improve appearance of the scar with long term use
Silicone Scar Sheets
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Do not use until sign off from the GP and your wound is fully healed! But great to help improve appearance of the scar with long term use
NAYDAYA Scar Saviour
Postpartum
Whatever method of birth you had, these are my top recommended items to support and help recovery
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Game changer! When you are running on next to nothing, electrolytes really help keep hydration and vitamin intake up
Revival Electrolytes Powder
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Handy to wear alongside pads to catch any leaks
Bodyform Intimawear Cotton Period Underwear Hipster Black
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Sometimes after surgery things can get a little blocked up... Make sure you are downing these until you are back to normal
Movicol Ease Citrus Stick Sachets Laxative
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Always needed for that postpartum flow!
Always Ultra Sanitary Towels Size 4 Night 66ct
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0% shower gel so no issues with scar
Sanex Zero% Shower Gel Sensitive Skin 250ml (2 Pack)
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Great back support that also can be used for an arm rest when feeding
Downland Huggleland Reading Pillow with Arms - Cream
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Easy way to get your vitamins in post birth
Holland & Barrett Ultra Woman 30 Tablets
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Vitamins focused on hair skin and nails which may have all taken a hit during pregnancy hormones!
Holland & Barrett Skin, Hair & Nails Formula 90 Tablets
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Really helps the healing of cracked and sore nipples post feeding or during drying milk up
LANSINOH ORGANIC NIPPLE BALM 60ML
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Helps with breast pain and warming up breasts to help with supply
Lansinoh Therapearl 3-in-1 Breast Pads 2pk
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Easy to make and follow
Meal Kit Delivery with HelloFresh
Skin and Hair
Some affordable skin and hair items that I've used and highly recommend
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Great at keeping your skin moisturised when going through the hormonal changes!
doublebase Dry Skin 250g Pump
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When hair loss kicks in, this oil is great for supporting regrowth
Hair Oil
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Fab at cleansing skin of used 2-3 times a week
Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0
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Handy to cover those postpartum under eye bags
Maybelline Instant Anti Age Eraser Concealer 6.8ml (Various Shades) | LOOKFANTASTIC
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Easy to apply quick blusher, double up as a quick lip tint
Makeup Revolution Fast Base Blush Stick (Various Shades) | LOOKFANTASTIC
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Every new mums necessity when hair wash just can't be done
Batiste Dry Shampoo & Hair Care - Boots
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Perfect for chucking on to give yourself a fresh face
A mix of apps or items that I have found useful as a new mum
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Whatnot is a great app with absolutely everything you could possibly need to purchase from baby clothes to toiletries to garden furniture! Using my referral link gives you £25 credit ✨
Whatnot - Invitation from evieshops for £25 credit
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The best sharing calendar - me and my husband use this in colour code so we know what's planned for us and our daughter
TimeTree | An app for easy calendar sharing and communication
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Insulated bottle to keep your water cool and with straw so easy to sip during labour and recovery
Polar Gear Hydra Quench 930ml Bottle (Green)
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When you've made your tea then need to feed this is for you!
Electric Coffee Mug Warmer with Touch & LED
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Easy to just chuck my hair up when feeding
5pcs Minimalist Matte Non-Slip Hair Clips, Retro * Hair Claws, Suitable for Women with Thin Or Thick Hair for * And Commuting, Suitable for Gift *
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Great natural postpartum deodorant, with 50% off with referral
Get 50% off Your First Order at Fussy
Clothing
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The loungewear in Matalan is great for sizing and price
Women's Loungewear - Matalan
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Great nursing bras I used which are easy to feed and pump whilst wearing
2 Pack Seamless Nursing Bras - Small | Matalan UK
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Easy front fastening pyjamas
Lilac Button Up Traditional Pyjama Set - Size 8 | Matalan UK
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Comfortable slippers for hospital visit
Pink Hidden Support Mule Slippers - Medium | Matalan UK
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Perfect for summer
Lemon Button Up Short Pyjama Set - Extra small | Matalan UK
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Big comfy knickers!
Yours 5 Pack Curve Black Cotton High Waisted Full Briefs - 22-24 | Matalan UK