Everything I wish I had and everything I did have to make the transition with a new baby easier!
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For Baby
From bathtime to tummy time!
So soft and big enough to have for a while!
Organic Cotton Hooded Towel
Is this something you need? No. Does it give you peace of mind when you are a new mom terrified of messing things up? Yes.
Dreambaby Room and Bath Thermometer
These swaddles are the BEST, I used them for everything and the prints are absolutely darling. They have upwards of 40 to choose from.
Mushie Organic Cotton Muslin Swaddle Blanket
Here is your best friend, perfect for on the go so your baby doesn't have to touch anything!
Ava + Oliver Vegan Leather Baby Changing Mat
I honestly used this during naps and it was so easy and gentle.
Safety 1st Electric Baby Nail File
If your babe is sick this is the easiest way to clear the nose!!
Frida Baby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
I kept this in my diaper caddy and still use it to clean under nails!
Frida Baby Grooming Accessories Set, Newborn and Baby Care Essentials
The easiest and gentlest way to combat cradle cap!
Fridababy DermaFrida FlakeFixer 3 Step Method for Cradle Cap
The most darling brush with natural fibers to tame their hair!
Natemia Wooden Baby Hair Brush - Oval Brown
Perfect for tummy time, you can stand it up or lay it flat!
My First Black & White High Contrast Soft Book
Okay, hear me out! I was gifted these and they were a godsend the first few days to use as changing pads, it delayed the inevitable laundry for just a little bit before I switched to washable changing pads.
Vibrant Life Pads – L 22 in x 22 in, 50 Count
I love that this chair grows with you and easily sidles up to the table so that baby can join family. There is even a newborn chair that you can purchase separately.
Stokke Tripp Trapp High Chair 2
I love love loved these! So much more affordable than a lot of other brands but exactly the same and so durable.
Mejale Baby Soft Sole Leather Moccasins
These bibs are easy to clean and reuse! Great at catching *most* of the mess.
Silicone Bibs
I used these for homemade yogurt pouches and applesauce! I've even used them for smoothies. The best!
Haakaa Silicone Yummy Pouch 4.5 oz
I used a microwave sterilizer for my bottles and pump parts, if I still do not have a dishwasher I would 100% get a sterilizer just for peace of mind and ease.
Momcozy Bottle Sterilizer and Dryer, 8-in-1 Electric Steam Bottle Sterilizer for Baby Bottles, Pacifiers, Pump Parts
This is another alternative that I have heard great things about. It washes as well as sanitizes.
Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro - Washer, Sterilizer & Dryer
When they start to chew on anything and everything silicone teethers are going to be your BFF!
Nuby Sensory Silicone Carrot Baby Tube Teether Toy for 3+ Months
I just think this little mushroom stacker is so precious. Manhattan Toy has the best stuff!
Folklore Fun-gi
Just so cute! For the stroller or the carrier!
Farmer's Market Peas in a Pod Travel Toy
For Mom
Pregnancy AND Postpartum
The ONLY thing that stopped my nausea in it's tracks were these sour candies. They are really powerful but definitely good for making your brain switch gears.
Retro Sours Tangerine 2.12oz Tin
Breastfeeding leaves your mouth feeling dryer than the Sahara. I love my Owala because it can be on it's side with no leakage, it's easily chuggable or sippable, and all around it deserves the hype.
I swear this helped soothe chapping immediately! I even used it on my lips since it was always nearby.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter, Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding Mothers, 2 fl oz
Sometimes the hospital will give you these to take home, but I wanted to be prepared. These cold packs come in bulk and are so nice to have on hand.
Medline Premium Perineal Cold Packs for Postpartum Care with Adhesive Strip (24 Count) Each Absorbent Pad is 4.5" x 14.25"
So good to have on hand at home to help with any pain!
Dermoplast Postpartum Perineal Pain Relief Spray, Unscented, 2.75 oz
Self-explanatory, this is so much easier to use when using the bathroom after having baby!
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle for Cleansing after Birth
I tried multiple options and inevitably landed on this one after trying it in a lactation consultant's office. I love that it can't move around and is SO supportive in comparison to most alternatives. This was super helpful especially if your girls a...
My Brest Friend Original Nursing Pillow
Antimicrobial and antifungal! Helps ward off bacteria so you stay healthy and so does baby.
Silverette Nursing Cups
I lived in these bras for years. They are so comfy and definitely easy to sleep in. They have extendable sizing!!
French Terry Racerback Nursing & Sleep Bra | Black - Kindred Bravely
No one wants to cry over spilled milk-- so a Haakaa with a lid is necessary! You can use it to work out a clogged duct or to just catch leakage while baby is nursing!
Haakaa Gen 2 Silicone Manual Breast Pump with Suction Base and Blue Stopper 4 oz
If your baby is hanging low, this really helps give your belly more support!
Frida Mom Pregnancy Pain and Strain Relief Tape Roll for Maternity Belly
I love that these are invisible and super easy to use. Plus, you can turn the locking mechanism off if you know baby is not nearby.
Eco-Baby Magnetic Cabinet Locks - 20 Pack
This carrier served me so well, I wish I had it from the beginning. I started with a ring sling and I just did not like the asymmetry of it. But this!! Making dinner and cleaning and going for walks became a breeze. My toddler still asks to be in his...
Omni Classic (formerly Omni 360)
I did not have a baby wrap but I think it would have made things much easier in the newborn stage when they're so little and cuddly. Being hands free is such a help at all times in motherhood.