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Everything you need to feed your newborn
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items The only list you need as a first time mom.
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Nursing
Pumping
Formula
Other
Nursing
Breastfeeding for the first time is a physical and mental challenge so do whatever you can to make it easier/more comfortable. You and your baby are both learning, I was in terrible pain for 2 months before my baby finally latched properly (turns out...
I keep this in my diaper bag so I can feed my baby anywhere. It's easy to see baby with this one and lightweight.
Konssy Muslin Nursing Cover 100% Cotton
If you're looking for luxury- made from natural latex with an organic cotton cover. The boppy was too large for me but 5 mins without support and my arm is aching. Also available on amazon. (you can also just use a pillow)
Butterr Nursing Pillow
I wore these in the beginning when I leaked a lot during the day to catch extra milk and also while breastfeeding.
Elvie Catch Milk Collection Shells - Set of 2
These HEAL your raw/bleeding nipples unlike nipple cream which soothes irritation/chapped nipples. If i could only have one nipple product this would be it.
SILVERETTE® Original 925 Silver Nursing Cups
All it takes is feeding with a bad latch one time and your nipples will be in pain. These help protect your nipple when it hurts too much to nurse.
Lansinoh Contact Nipple Shield with Case - 20mm - 2ct
I applied this daily when I wasnt using the silverettes. All natural, no lanolin, can use anywhere on the body, don't need to wash off before nursing.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter
These gave me sooo much relief! I would use them right after nursing to reduce the pain and then once they weren't cold anymore I would wear my silverettes.
Frida Mom Cooling Hydrogel Nipple Pads
My favorite nursing bra! soo comfy to lounge and sleep in.
MOMANDA Seamless Nursing Bras Soft Maternity
The same but ribbed version
MOMANDA Ribbed Wireless Nursing Bra
Very comfortable but my nipples do show through a bit, no pad inserts to deal with which I love.
Momcozy YN21 Seamless Nursing Bra
Pumping
I recommend getting multiple pumps if you can so you dont have to wash them everyday. Personally I use one pump a day and rinse between sessions. I nurse about 70% of the time and feed her a bottle 30% (usually when someone else is watcing her or whe...
Sublime® Bamboo Hands-Free Pumping Lounge & Sleep Bra
MOMANDA Women's Inbarely Hands-Free Nursing Bra
My main pump, Completely empties me.
Medela Pump in Style Pro Double Electric
You will need extra, 6-8 is good for how much I pump.
Medela Breast Milk Storage Bottles, 6 Pack
Love this when I need to pump but have things to do (cleaning), just remember not to bend over or it will spill. You can also get a single for half the price.
All-in-one M5 Wearable Breast Pump
I used this a lot in the beginning, perfect when you only have time for a quick pump.
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex
None of my pump shields were my size so I use these inserts and 4 was perfect for me.
18mm Flange Inserts for 24mm Flange
Use these to store your milk in the fridge if you're trying to avoid plastic.
COMI Wide Neck Glass Breastmilk Bottles 4pk
My favorite glass bottles, we still used the 3 oz when my baby was 6 months. Nontoxic and passes the triangle test.
Gulicola Glass Baby Bottle Set 3oz & 5oz
I havn't used these but they were my second option. Passes the triangle test to use with breastfeeding.
Pigeon Glass Nursing Bottle Wide Neck 5.4oz 2pcs
Tbh we use it without the anti-colic insert now and I havn't noticed a difference. I have 2 of the 8oz but I suggest getting the smaller ones if you're pumping. My baby is now 9 months and she still doesn't drink more than 5 oz at a time, usuallly le...
Dr. Brown's Anti-Colic Narrow Glass Bottle 4oz
Extra sizes, my baby still uses the ones that came with the bottles.
Gulicola Baby Bottle Silicone Nipple L3, 6+ Months, 3 Count
Personally I think all milk bags are the same
Medela Breastmilk Storage Bags, 200 Count
These make it easy to store milk, I hate constantly picking up the fallen bags.
Breastmilk Storage Container with L-Shaped Dividers
all of her dirty dishes and toys go in here instead of the kitchen sink to avoid extra bacteria
MontNorth 9L Collapsible Wash Basin with Drain Plug
I like this brush much more than the ones with bristles all around, they fit in the bottles easier. The small detail brush I use to clean inside the nipples and pacifiers.
OXO Tot Water Bottle & Straw Cup Brush Set
Not necessary but I use it to dry everything (bottles, pumps, teethers) which makes my life easier because you can't put bottles or pumps back together until they're completely dry. Plus I don't have much counter space to air dry.
HEYAXA Baby Bottle Sterilizer & Dryer
Nontoxic dish soap
ATTITUDE Baby Dish Soap & Bottle Cleaner
if you exclusively pump this holds two 10oz bottles
Portable Breast Milk Cooler for Outdoor - 22oz
fits 6 Bottles Up to 9 oz, multiple colors
Breastmilk Cooler Bag with 2 Wipes & Ice Pack
JuJuBe New Insulated Bottle Bag
Formula
If you would like donated breastmilk search “human milk 4 human babies". European formulas have stricter ingredient and nutrition regulations than american brands. The EU seperates formula into 2 stages: “infant formula” is 0-6 months (stage 1), “fol...
This is the one I would choose. USDA & EU organic, made in Ohio, non gmo, 3rd party tested for heavy metals and toxins. Protein: grass fed whole milk, whey concentrate, nonfat milk. Carbs: lactose. Fats: milk fat, sunflower oil, rapeseed oil, coc...
Organic Whole Milk Infant Formula
The lactose is not organic
Grass-fed Whole Milk Infant Formula
The same but without whole milk.
Organic Infant Formula
Made with 100% partially hydrolyzed whey protein to ease fussiness, gas, and crying. The rest is the same.
Organic Gentle® Infant Formula
USDA & EU organic, non-gmo, made in europe. Protein: nonfat milk, whey concentrate. Carb: lactose. Fat: palm oil, coconut oil, canola oil, sunflower oil. Pre & probiotics, contains soy. No antibiotics or growth hormones.
Organic Infant Formula Stage 1
Made with A2 milk
Organic Infant Formula Stage 1 A2
Higher levels of calcium, iron, phosphorus, iodine and selenium than Stage 1.
Organic Infant Formula Stage 2
EU organic, Demeter-certified, non gmo, made in Germany. Protein: skimmed milk, whey. Carb: lactose. Fat: palm, rapeseed, and sunflower oil. Pre and probiotics, fish oil. No soy or artifcial sweeteners.
HiPP Dutch Stage 1 - Organic Combiotik
Protein: skimmed milk, whey. Carb: lactose, starch. Fats: palm, rapeseed, sunflower oil. Contains fish oil, pre and probiotics.
HiPP Combiotik Stage 1 German Organic Formula
Protein: skimmed milk, whey. Carb: lactose. Fat: palm, rapeseed and sunflower oil. Contains fish oil and Prebiotics.
HiPP UK Organic Stage 1 from Birth (800g)
EU organic and non gmo. Protein: skimmed goats milk. Carb: lactose. Fat: palm, rapeseed, and sunflower oil. Contains fish oil, prebiotics. Easier digestion. no soy.
HiPP Dutch Goat Formula Stage 1 (400g)
EU organic and non gmo, Demeter certified. Protein: full-cream goat milk. Carb: lactose. Fat: sunflower and rapeseed oil. No gmos or artificial additives.
Holle Goat Milk Formula Stage Pre
EU Organic, non gmo, made in Germany. Protein: skimmed milk, fully demineralised whey powder. Carb: lactose. Fat: palm, rapeseed, and sunflower oil. Contains pre and probiotics. GF, soy free, no artificial preservatives.
Holle Stage 1 (0-6 Months) Organic Infant Formula (400g)
Made in Britain, Red Tractor Certified. Protein: full cream goats milk, Demineralised goat whey powder. Carb: lactose. Fat: sunflower, coconut, and rapeseed oil. Contains prebiotics. No artificial preservatives, palm oil, colors, and flavors
Kendamil Goat First Infant Milk (0-6 months) 800 g box
Organic and non gmo. Protein: grass fed whole milk, demineralised milk whey protein powder, skimmed milk. Carb: lactose. Fats: sunflower, coconut, rapeseed oil. Soy free, no palm oil, artificial preservatives, .
Kendamil Organic Stage 1 Infant Milk – From Birth – 800 g
Non gmo. Protein: full-cream whole milk from grass-fed British cows, Demineralised Whey Powder, Skimmed Milk Powder. Carb: lactose. Fats: Sunflower, Coconut, Rapeseed oil. With probiotics. No soy, palm oil, preservatives.
Kendamil Classic Stage 1 Infant Milk – From Birth – 800 g
Other
A necessity. In the beginning you'll go through multiple a day but one pack was plenty. I stopped needing these at 6 months.
14-Pack Organic Washable Nursing Pads L
My favorite burp cloths, they are a medium size and fold nice and compact in drawers. Very soft for baby. Don't warp after washing.
Organic Baby Burp Cloths 6-Pack Butterflies
For night feedings to prevent waking baby.
MediAcous Kids Night Light
This is the one that I have and we love it. You can choose any color and change the brightness.
Hatch Rest+ Baby & Kids Sound Machine
We love this, it's the cheapest nontoxic chair that I could find and so nice, the armrests are low which is perfect for breastfeeding, GREENGUARD Gold, FSC & Certi-PUR US Certified.
DaVinci Suzy Glider Recliner Nursery Chair