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Baby and new Mom needs!

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Nursing must haves

 
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While it seems silly these can help you extract even more than an electric pump! So good for on the go too. Great even for pulling out a clog!
Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump with Bottle
 
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When you’re nursing you can suction this to the other side to collect extra to store - it basically grabs any letdown that would instead go to waste in a breast pad.
Haakaa Silicone Manual Breast Pump 4oz
 
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Bags least likely to leak! Best in my humble opinion.
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 100 Ct, 6oz
 
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Just trust me
Medela Hydrogel Pads for Sore Nipples, 4 Pack
 
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The best and least painful to get off
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads, 100 Count
 
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These are great - cold for pain and hot for helping a clog or increasing output
Lansinoh Therapy Packs with Soft Covers, Hot and Cold Breast Pads - 2pk
 
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Getting the right pump size is critical! Especially if you plan to pump regularly. Otherwise it will hurt soooo badly. Remeasure after the baby is here too bc it will change!
Momcozy Silicone Nipple Ruler for Flange Sizing
 
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Without a doubt the best nursing pillow for you and the baby
My Brest Friend Super Deluxe Nursing Pillow - Platinum
 
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Worth every penny. Take daily to prevent clogs - if you want to feel the worst pain ever then ignore my advice here.
Legendairy Milk Sunflower Lecithin 1200mg, 200 Softgels
 
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for nursing so you don’t kill your back! Highly highly recommend having a stool at the ready in the nursery and the couch!
Folding Stool - (Pack of 2)
 
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Makes your pump work with the good bottles - Dr browns and medela
Maymom Bottle Thread Changer for Spectra Pumps
 
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The best bottle! If nursing you only need the 4oz!
Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Anti-Colic 4oz Bottles
 
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If nursing start with Preemie size no matter what!
Dr. Brown's Preemie Flow Narrow Baby Nipple 6ct
 
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Love these for storing milk in the fridge
Dr. Brown's Narrow Travel Caps for 8oz/4oz Bottles, 3-Pack
 
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I loved this for daycare transport! Also used for pumping at the office!
Medela Breast Milk Cooler Bag with Ice Pack
 
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The absolute GOAT
Spectra S1 Plus Breast Pump

Baby favorites

 
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Nothing else is worth the money. And get the mesh for airflow. super easy removal to wash!
BabyBjörn Bouncer Bliss, Mesh, Dusty Pink
 
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THE ONLY WIPES. don’t waste your time on anything else, seriously.
Kirkland Signature Baby Wipes Fragrance Free, 900-count
 
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My kids still love their lovies so much. I always love giving these as gifts because it’s such a staple for our family.
Little Giraffe Baby Blanket - Soft Satin Trim
 
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The only swaddle you need bc it’s the only one that works! I would get one and if you like it could do two but it’s such a short amount of time they’re in these.
The Ollie Swaddle – Adjustable Baby Swaddle
 
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My kids were sooo rashy. I tried it all! This is the best and only option.
Desitin Max Strength Diaper Rash Cream 4.8oz
 
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Seems insane but when you need to use the good stuff it will not easily come off your hands - this is so necessary! I wipe excess w a baby wipe so it’s ready for next time
babove Baby Diaper Cream Spatula 3 Pack
 
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I loved these - i always had these and honest brand on hand. If they’re starting to leak it’s just time to size up, not change brands if you like what you have!
Pampers Pure Protection Diapers Size 1, 82ct
 
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Love these and pampers pure. These were soooo good though. And cute!
Honest Co. Clean Conscious Diapers Size 1, 78ct
 
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9/10 times your baby doesn’t need socks but for cold weather outings these actually stay on!
Zutano Unisex Fleece Baby Booties, Newborn-24M
 
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We still keep this around. We have two - one for the kid that likes one and one for travel!
Yogasleep Rohm Portable White Noise Machine
 
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Must have! You can even buy secondhand if you prefer. Resale holds on these though. Worth every penny and you don’t need any of the fancy add ons - it’s just great to roll to the bed and roll away but still arms length!
HALO BassiNest Swivel Sleeper 3.0 Bassinet
 
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I will recommend this 100% over!
Angelcare Baby Bath Support - Gray
 
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Keep in diaper bag for poop diapers and or blowout clothes etc
Ubbi Retractable On the Go Bag Dispenser, Lavender Scented, Gray
 
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Loved these so much
Natemia Muslin Burp Cloths 3-Pack, 21x11
 
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This is sooo helpful from newborns that need soothing to toddlers that need fresh air but walk too slowly to keep up
Ergobaby Omni Classic All Carry Positions Breathable Baby Carrier for Newborn to Toddler - Charcoal Gray

New mom must haves!

 
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So perfect for nursing and maternity and just recovery - the kimono type robe is so good for recovery (lots of sitting!) so less fabric to get tangled up in!
Maternity DreamModal Kimono Three-Piece Set in Fog
 
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These are the best for the hospital and post partum!!!
Sunday Sleep Knit Jersey Pant Set | Old Navy
 
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The absolute best wireless nursing bra!
Bravado Designs Seamless Wireless Nursing Bra
 
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The best maternity and post partum sleep/nursing bra!
Motherhood Maternity Soft Cotton Spandex Wrap Bralette S-3x
 
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Tried them all and this takes the cake
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding Essentials - 1.41oz
 
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Would recommend just leggings to be able to breathe with a nursing bra vs nursing tank - so restricting
CRZ YOGA Butterluxe High Waisted Legging
 
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This cardi for days you’re nursing but it’s cold and you don’t want your robe…but it’s cold! So cozy.
Snuggle Sac Women's Cardigan Sweater with Pocket
 
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Nursing is so dehydrating! Keep at the bedside. The couch. Everywhere.
Aquaphor Lip Repair Stick, Moisturizing Balm, 2 Pack
 
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Need for hospital but also for home!
FlyCoco 99% Block Out Light 3D Eye Mask
 
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The perfect weight for hospital and middle of the night feedings etc!
Pima Robe in Hydrangea
 
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People rave about this but I never had it!
Frida Mom 11pc Postpartum Essentials Kit
 
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Need sandals for the hospital just getting around and going to bathroom! Like these bc less trip hazard and can slip on with socks and can shower in them!
Women's Neida EVA Two Band Footbed Slide Sandals - Shade & Shore™ Olive Green 6: Contoured Footbed, Slip On
 
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Need extra long charger for the hospital!!! And for hanging on couch when recovering!
iPhone 17/16/15 20W USB-C Charger & 10ft Cable
 
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Cozy winter pjs that can double for nursing!
Ekouaer Maternity Nursing Pajama Set
 
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Need regularly post partum!
Colace Clear Stool Softener, 50mg, 60 Ct
 
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Any kind of electrolyte post partum is so necessary!
Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Powder Lemonade