After having two kids, I’ve learned which baby items are truly worth having—not just the cute things, but the practical, everyday essentials that make those newborn days a little easier. These are the items I would genuinely gift to a new mama and th...
Can be used to cleanse the vaginal area after peeing. Also great after pooping if you developed hemorrhoids after giving birth.
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle Postpartum
Why is pooping after giving birth so scary
Colace
If you got hemorrhoids after giving birth, these are great for wiping gently. Also same ingredients as Tucks (witch hazel) so I just lined my postpartum diaper with this instead.
Preparation H Hemorrhoid Flushable Wipes
Way better than the hospitals mesh underwear and giant pads
Always Discreet
Great if you have tailbone pain after giving birth. Much better over a donut pillow imo. Ask your nurse at the hospital if they have them available before purchasing one!
TURNSOLE Waffle Cushion for Pressure Sores Chair
Heal those hemorrhoids!! Also a fantastic diaper rash cream for baby afterwards
Calmoseptine Ointment for Skin Irritations
Paired together with the ointment since I can’t see my own butt and I don’t want to touch the ointment either
Bumco Baby Bum Brush - Diaper Cream Spatula
Super comfy set after giving birth! Super soft and not restricting, I normally wear a size medium but I bought large just so everything is loose and flowing. The only downside is no pockets.
Hanes Lounge Sets For Women
Great reusable ice pack to stick in your diaper if you tore during delivery. Also great when you become engorged while breastfeeding (I used it for the breast tissue under my armpits)
Lansinoh Hot & Cold Postpartum Reusable Pads
Throw in your diaper to relieve any burning. Hospital may have their own witch hazel pads, so definitely ask if they have any if they don’t automatically provide them for you.
