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Postpartum Recovery Must-Haves (What I Wish Someone Told Me)
25 items
By
Brooke Hockett
the real postpartum essentials nobody warns you about. tested through 4 babies and zero regrets on any of these.
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— wireless nursing bra that actually supports. target's auden line is underrated.
Women's Nursing Seamless Bra - Auden™
— lanolin-free, safe for baby to nurse on. the only nipple cream that didn't irritate.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter for Breastfeeding - 2 fl oz: Moisturizing, Soothing, Petroleum-Free, Non-Toxic
— catches letdown on the other side while nursing. saved so much milk.
haakaa Breast Pump with Suction Base and White Flower Stopper - 4oz: Silicone, Milk Storage Bottles, Manual, Single Pump System
— instant relief down there. way easier than tucks pads.
Frida Mom Perineal Witch Hazel Healing Foam: 5 oz, Feminine Wash, 1 Unit
— the mesh hospital underwear but way better. high waist holds the pad.
Frida Mom Disposable Postpartum Underwear Boy Shorts Briefs - M/L - 8ct
— padsicles but pre-made. stick them in the freezer and thank me later.
Frida Mom Perineal Witch Hazel Cooling Pad Liners Genital Irritation Treatment - 24ct
— ice pack + pad in one. the first week these are everything.
Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pad - 8ct
— compact manual pump for on-the-go. great backup to your electric.
Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump, Includes 5oz Baby Bottle with Slow Flow Nipple
— the haakaa alternative. catches letdown without any work.
Lansinoh Silicone Manual Breast Pump One-Size-Fits-All for Breastfeeding Moms: BPA-Free, Includes Lids
— the softest nursing bra. feels like nothing but actually holds everything.
Kindred Bravely Simply Sublime Nursing Bra - Beige
— moisturizing stick for dry lips and nipples. safe for baby contact.
Pipette Balm Stick - 0.5oz: Moisturizing, Sensitive Skin, Hypoallergenic, Vegan
— fragrance-free cream for postpartum dry skin. the big tub lasts months.
CeraVe Moisturizing Face & Body Cream for Normal to Dry Skin - 16 fl oz: Oil-Free, Contains Hyaluronic Acid, Contains Ceramides, Hypoallergenic
— insulated pockets, changing pad built in, looks like a normal backpack.
KeaBabies Diaper Bag Backpack Comes with Portable Changing Pad, Baby Bag for Mom, Toddler Backpack Travel Essential (Latte, Regular)
— lightweight gel moisturizer. perfect when your skin is freaking out postpartum.
Honest Beauty Hydrogel Cream with Hyaluronic Acid - Travel Size - 1.7 fl oz: Moisturizing, Combination & Sensitive Skin
— sulfate-free body wash that smells incredible. gentle on healing skin.
Native Sulfate Free Body Wash - Coconut & Vanilla - 18 fl oz: Whole Body Cleansing, Liquid, Normal Skin, Squeeze Bottle
— safe for nursing moms and baby. no chemicals near that fresh skin.
Pipette Mineral Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum - SPF 50 - 3 fl oz: Hypoallergenic, Paraben-Free, Vegan, Whole Body
— non-toxic hand soap right by the nursing station. refillable tablets.
Hand Soap Starter Set
— one-step cleansing balm for when you only have 30 seconds in the bathroom.
Day Dissolve
— makes you look alive on 3 hours of sleep. clean ingredients.
Vegan Collagen Hydrating Primer - Pacifica Beauty
— Dreamegg portable sound machine. white noise for baby naps anywhere.
Dreamegg Portable Noise Machine, 21 Sounds
— Kindred Bravely postpartum underwear (over-the-belly, high waist)
High-Waisted Postpartum Underwear Pack | Assorted Neutrals – Kindred Bravely
— Frida Mom C-Section Recovery Kit
Frida Mom C-Section Recovery Kit with Socks & Binder
Earth Mama's Milkmaid Tea
Earth Mama Organic Milkmaid Lactation Tea, Herbal Tea for Breast Milk Production, 16 Tea Bags
Boppy Nursing Pillow
Boppy Nursing Pillow - Ergonomic Bottle & Breastfeeding Pillow with High, Firm, Large Area, Water-Repellant with Washable Cover; Baby Safety Alliance Verified - Clay Boho Arches
- Boob ice packs
Lansinoh Therapy Packs with Soft Covers, Hot and Cold Breast Pads - 2pk: Contoured Fit, 6 Inch Diameter
