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Postpartum Favorites for Mom and Baby!
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items These are the items that are getting me through this critical time of recovering and Baby’s first few weeks of life!
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Baby Items
Personal Care-Mom
Personal Care-Baby
Pumping and Feeding
Household
Drinks and Snacks
Baby Items
This has been my favorite thing to dress baby in because it allows for easy skin to skin, easy changing, and is super cozy.
Organic Baby - Sleep Gowns
I love these onesies for just a quick, throw on outfit, especially under a sleepsack.
Baby Boy 5-Pack Print Cotton Multipack Bodysuits - Blue/Brown/Green/White
Our baby had his hands up in the womb and hates being swaddled with his hands down. This is the best swaddle to allow him to self soothe.
Baby Sleep Sacks | Love to Dream US
Sleep is tough with a newborn, and not just because you’re not getting a lot. You stay awake worrying about baby…this has given my husband and I a peace of mind. I know some people have said the false alarms bother them, but I’d rather have a false a...
Owlet
We don’t have a bassinet style stroller, so this has been great with the snuggle me lounger. It’s easy to move with, just like our stroller! It will be awesome when lil man gets older, too!
Baby Trend Navigator 2-in-1 Stroller Wagon - Madrid Gray
I LOVE this for when bay is too small for structured carriers. I wear my baby all the time—during walks, while doing chores, or when running errands. Once you figure out how to wrap these, it’s so easy and so cozy for baby.
Newborn Boba Baby Wrap Carriers
Same style as the Soothie Pacifier but more secure! Love these when we're out so we don't lose pacis.
WubbaNub Detachable Pacifier - Cow
Personal Care-Mom
Using underwear has been so much easier than having to put together pads. Nothing is going to be glamorous, so may as well make it easy!
Always Discreet Postpartum and Adult Incontinence Underwear for Women, Size L, Maximum Protection, 14 CT
This is my favorite nipple butter because I immediately feel relief and it’s not super sticky like others.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter Breastfeeding Cream - 60ml (2 fl oz)
A savior when it comes to clogged ducts!
Frida Mom 2-in-1 Lactation Massager
SO SOFT. The best for postpartum pajamas and the robe is my go-to! Light weight but full coverage.
SWOMOG Women Maternity Nursing Gown & Robe Set
Water bottles are one of those things that people have preferences about…straw, no straw, tall and skinny, short and stout…
I like a built in straw, with a handle that can fit in my cup holder. Owala made the Freesip Tumbler and it was my dream wate...
FreeSip® Tumbler
I live in these—quick and comfortable!
Classic Fuzz Scuff
You’re going to be sore, have aches…all the things. This is great for general pain, or I lay it on me before pumping!!
Bedsure Weighted Neck & Shoulder Heating Pad
Personal Care-Baby
This has been the best for getting snot and boogies out of baby’s nose!!
Electric NoseFrida – Frida | The fuss stops here.
We use daily to combat baby acne and dry skin, as well as use as a refresh on non-bath days!
No Rinse Cleansing Water For Babies And Newborns
When baby needs some belly massages or I need to really moisturize baby, I reach for coconut oil. It is natural and doesn’t give my baby rashes like some lotions have.
Garden of Life Raw Extra Virgin Coconut Oil 14oz
We use this daily for quick and easy personal care!
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Picker
Pumping and Feeding
I’m exclusively pumping so I don’t necessarily need the perfect nursing pillow for positions. This pillow has been my favorite because it’s made with natural materials versus synthetic foams. It’s soft, yet firm, and the cover is washable. I love thi...
Butterr Nursing Pillow
We use this for our overnight bottles! It’s been very helpful!
Breast Milk Cooler Bag - Safe Storage & Transport
If you’re exclusively pumping or breastfeeding/bottle feeding, the pitcher method is the best for storing milk. These tops are the best to just throw on wide mouth mason jars you already have!
2 Pack Wide Mouth Mason Jar V-Shaped Lids
Love that this nipple shield comes with a washable and reusable sticker so I’m not constantly fighting with a shield when I decide to BF!
Colored Nipple Shield System
When waiting for my milk to fully come in, this was super helpful. I didn’t think I needed a hand pump…wrong!
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex Breast Shield
I have my wearables which I love, but I needed something that would give me really good output. While I have a spectra, this is most similar to what they used in the hospital which was super user friendly. I don’t want to think so hard when pumping s...
Medela 2nd Gen Pump in Style Pro Double
These wearables are SO EASY! I was so stressed about pumps and parts and cycles, etc., but these are so simple. They are easy to wash, put back together and use to pump. Having a wearable has made a difference because I can multitask!
All-in-one M5 Wearable Breast Pump: Convenient & Discreet
I have a spectra and truly have not liked it until I got these flanges. Takes the guesswork out of sizing and I can actually lean back and pump! I’m getting much more output with these! Works with other pumps too!
Pumpin Pal: Pumpin' Pal angled silicone breast pump flanges
This has recently become my new favorite hand pump, and it fits my glass Avent bottles!
Philips Avent Manual Breast Pump
A Haakaa has become a non-negotiable for me. If I’m hand pumping on one side, I love that it can catch and even pull out milk from the other side, saving me time and eliminating waste. This is great on days when I’m engorged. I can actually get a goo...
Haakaa Silicone Breastfeeding Manual Breast Pump Milk Pump 100% Food Grade Silicone BPA PVC and Phthalate Free
Minimizing plastics was important to me, so these Avent glasses are the best. They are also compatible with the Avent pump, which I love!
Philips Avent Glass Natural Baby Bottle With Natural Response Nipple, 8oz, 4pk, SCY913/04
Household
Yes, it’s worth the hype. Just get this stinkin’ egg light 😜 no one wants overhead lighting or a lamp on at 3am.
JolyWell Kids Night Light, Baby Egg with 7 Colors
I’m grabbing this and taking it everywhere with me around the house to make sure I’m prepared for changes. It’s been extremely helpful!
Parker Baby Co. Felt Diaper Caddy Large - Oatmeal
This collapsible is so easy to move around the house and keep baby close no matter where you are! Has been incredibly helpful in the first couple of weeks postpartum!
Cosco Kids Sleep Spot Baby Bassinet, Noir Dot
WiFi-free for privacy and peace of mind! Camera and audio quality are great!
HelloBaby No WiFi Baby Monitor 5" Screen 30H Battery
I love having this for when baby is awake but just lounging! It’s a safe place for me to lay him while I pump or grab a bottle!
Snuggle Me Infant Loungers
People will tell you you don’t need this, and you don’t NEED it, but I’d want this over and over. I LOVE THIS THING!
Momcozy KleanPal Pro Baby Bottle Washer and Sterilizer
Drinks and Snacks
Hydration hack!
Coconut Water
One of our friends got us this and it is so nice to just have random things to reach for! A great gift idea!!
CraveBox
String cheese is my go-to snack when I need something super quick, especially when feeding!
The 6 Best String Cheeses for Snacking
Perfect companion to a cheesestick!
All Products - Vermont Smoke & Cure - Meat Sticks & Snacks
White peach is my FAVORITE!
Sugar-Free Liquid IV
Great flavor and hydration minus all the sugar! Much more affordable at wholesale, like at BJ's!
BODYARMOR LYTE Sports Drink, Variety Pack, 24 pk./12 oz.
Diapering
So far we’ve tried about 5 different wipe brands and these re coming out on top! Large and durable…typically only takes one wipe per change!
Hypoallergenic Baby Wipes | 99% Water and Plant-based Fibers
So far, these have been my favorite of the newborn diapers! Super soft and no frills or fragrance, but with a wetness indicator!
Huggies®: Skin Essentials
Tried and true for me, and super effective for baby! Prevents diaper rash and effective for dry skin!
Baby Care
Another diaper rash favorite! Love the spray applicator and it goes on baby’s bottom super smooth!
Boogie Bottoms Baby Diaper Rash Cream Spray
Easy to clean and a more affordable option than a popular alternative! The mobile is removable, as well.
Nursery Style Wipe-Clean Changing Pad - 18 in - Oat - Skip Hop
Apps and Resources
So user friendly and visually appealing!
Huckleberry | Sleep, Feeding, Changing Tracking, etc.
My husband and I have loved this for basic knowledge and questions! Easy to find and read quickly!
The Simplest Baby Book: Illustrated Guide