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Breastfeeding and bottle feeding essentials
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items These are all of the items that I have used in my breastfeeding and bottle feeding journey. In the early days, we did have to supplement formula as my milk supply was still coming in. So down below, you'll find the formula that we use and all the bot...
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Nipple care
Supplements
Bottle feeding
Formula
Pumps
Other supplies
Nipple care
This is the only brand of nipple cream that i've ever used, and I loved it. I love that it's a lanolin , free balm so that baby can ingest it and not cause them harm. It is very smooth and soothing and definitely saved some pain in those first weeks ...
Motherlove Nipple Cream, Organic & Lanolin-Free Nipple Balm for Breastfeeding, 2 Ounce
In those early days of trying to figure out breastfeeding, you absolutely need a good set of silverettes. They can help soothe damaged and crack nipples and are easy to use and very discreet.
Willow Soothing Silver Nursing Cups, 2 Pack, Breastfeeding Nipple Covers for Protection & Pain Relief
This pumping spray is so helpful to keep your pump lubricated and your nipples happy. I love that it has safe organic ingredients so it doesn’t matter if a little bit gets into your pumped milk. It is so silky smooth, and the spray bottle mist very w...
Lansinoh Organic Pumping Spray, Flange Lubricant for Breast Pump, Breastfeeding & Pumping Essentials for Sore Nipples, 2 fl oz
Supplements
Sunflower lecithin is definitely a supplement you want to have on hand. It can help a ton if you struggle with clogged ducks or swelling pain.
TrueMed Sunflower Lecithin 1200 mg Softgels, Soy-Free Brain Support, Heart & Liver Support Supplement, Non-GMO, 100 Softgels
These gummies have very similar ingredients to the lactation support supplement that I use. I found that these ingredients help drastically increase my milk supply with my first baby, to the point where I can exclusively breastfeed. These have been a...
Dr. Stephanie's Milk Miracle Lactation Gummies, 60 Count
I think it is so important to have a good postnatal vitamin when you are a postpartum, especially if you are planning on breast-feeding. This sets a good baseline of all of the vitamins that your body needs to support having a good milk supply. It al...
Pink Stork Total Postnatal + DHA Multivitamin for Women, Vegan Algae DHA, Methylated Folate, Chelated Iron, Postpartum & Breastfeeding Support, Berry Scented, 60 Vegetarian Capsules, 30 Day Supply
This is a wonderful brand to consider when looking for lactation supplements, and any other of your pregnancy and postpartum supplementary needs. This is a specific blend that supports milk production. I love this brand because they are centered in C...
Pink Stork Lactation Supplement with Fenugreek, Supports Breastfeeding and Postpartum, 60 Capsules
Bottle feeding
These are the only bottles that we’ve used so far with our primarily breast-fed baby. She takes them no problem and has no nipple confusion with them and we really love that the tip passes the triangle test. They have an extra slow flow nipple that i...
Evenflo Feeding Balance + Wide Neck Glass Bottles - 6oz 3 Pack
This is another wonderful option for your breast-fed baby. The silicone tip is very soft and mimics the breast as well as passes the triangle test. These are also extra slow flow for newborns and younger babies.
NUK Perfect Match Glass Anti-Colic Baby Bottle, Slow Flow, 0+ Months, 4 oz, 2 Pack
Formula
This is the only brand of formula that we trusted for our baby when we were in the early days of figuring out breast-feeding. When my supply was first coming in, I didn’t have quite enough to keep up with her demand so we supplemented a few bottles h...
Bobbie Organic Original Infant Formula for Everyday Feeding, Milk-Based Powder with 1.2mg Iron, Skim Milk Recipe, Certified USDA Organic, 14.1 oz Can
This is a gentle version of the only formula that we use for our baby girl. I love this brand for their clean ingredients and because they don’t use any corn syrup or seed oils in their formula.
Bobbie Organic Gentle Infant Formula for Everyday Feeding, Milk-Based Powder with 1.2mg Iron, Lactose Recipe, Certified USDA Organic, 14.1 oz Can
This is the grass fed version of the only formula that we use for our baby girl. I love this brand for its clean ingredients and that it does not use any corn syrup or seed oils in their formula.
Bobbie Whole Milk Infant Formula for Everyday Feeding, Milk-Based Powder with 1.2mg Iron, Organic Grass-Fed Whole Milk Recipe, 14.1 oz Can
Pumps
Believe it or not this is the pump that I have used 90% of the time in my breast-feeding journey. Although it is a manual pump and takes time to sit down and actively pump, I feel like it empties me the best out of any that I’ve tried. This works gre...
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex Shield
This is the electric pump that I had when I first started out my breast-feeding journey. For a wearable pump, I would say that I am very pleased with it. If you’re a large breasted girl like me, it can be a little bit awkward to get used to wearing t...
eufy Heated Wearable Breast Pump S1 Pro with Original Diaphragm (2-Pack), Slim Hands-Free Breast Pump with Industry-Leading HeatFlow™ Tech, Wireless Charging Case, App-Controlled OptiRhythm™
Other supplies
Having a good nursing pillow helps out a ton in those early days of figuring out the whole breastfeeding thing. I use my boppy all the time and find that it really helps me to relieve and prevent back in neck pain. It also helps support the weight of...
Boppy Nursing Pillow- Peach Floral Trellis
These are so far my favorite breastmilk storage bags that I have tried. They are very easy to open, have a nice area on the top where you can write the date and how many ounces, and are also temperature sensing. They have a little tear off area at th...
Momcozy Breastmilk Storage Bags 120 Ct, Temp-Sensing Discoloration Breastfeeding Storage Bag 6oz/180ml
This pillow is sooo helpful when it comes to breastfeeding. It keeps Mt baby supported while allowing me to be virtually hands free. No more strainging you back and arms by having to hold up your baby for 30 minutes at a time!
Boppy Nursing Pillow - Ergonomic Bottle & Breastfeeding Pillow with High, Firm, Large Area, Water-Repellant with Washable Cover; Baby Safety Alliance Verified - Clay Boho Arches