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Newborn Baby Essentials
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items As a new mom, I found these lists so unbelievably helpful as I researched everything my baby would need before she arrived! These are my personal non-negotiable baby (and some mama) items that make this new chapter a little less scary.
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Nursing / Breastfeeding Non-Negotiables
Diaper Changes Made Easy
Baby On-The-Go
Pregnancy Survival Musts
Nursing / Breastfeeding Non-Negotiables
An affordable on-the-go pump I have had ZERO issues with! Works with the app, suctions easily, and makes pumping while feeding baby a bottle so much easier!
Momcozy M5 Hands-Free Wearable Electric Breast Pump Set: Double Pump System, USB Powered, Includes Carrying Case
The most affordable silverettes on the market! These saved me the first few weeks as I figured out breastfeeding and let my body adjust.
Momcozy Silver Nipple Shield - Regular
Target nursing bras for the win! Comfy, stretchy, and practical!
Women's Luxe Stretch Unlined Nursing Bralette - Auden™ Black L
Another rec from my lactation consultant - nipple approved for those wanting to combo feed bottle and breast.
Pigeon Nurture & Nest Wide-Neck Anti-colic Glass Baby Bottles with Nipples - 5 fl oz/2pk
The BEST way to build up milk supply without having to pump!
Haakaa Petal Soft Silicone Milk Collector 1 oz/30 ml 2-PK
A breast pump that plugs into the wall and is recommended by lactation consultants worldwide! This one is the closest you can get to hospital grade and is covered by many insurances (and HSA eligible!).
Spectra S1 Plus Portable & Rechargeable Hospital Strength Double Electric Breast Pump: Adjustable Speed System
Diaper Changes Made Easy
Millie Moon is our diaper brand for life! After getting a bad rash from the diapers at the hospital (Pampers) we switched and barely have to ever apply diaper cream!
Millie Moon Luxury Disposable Diapers - Size 1 - 176ct
The best diaper cream for crunchy and non-crunchy moms alike! No scent, works like magic!
Triple Paste Diaper Rash Cream, Hypoallergenic Medicated Ointment for Babies, Overnight and Daily Protection - 3oz
While we love Millie Moon diapers, we don’t love their wipes. These have passed the test for us!
Kudos Wet Wipes - 540ct/9pk: Lyocell, Latex-Free, Aloe, Pull-Out Dispenser
We have a diaper station in at least 3 rooms in the house at all times!
Parker Baby Co. Felt Diaper Caddy Large - White
Pricey but so worth it for easy changing! Comfortable & entertaining for baby & easy to clean!
Skip Hop Wipe Clean Baby Changing Pad Nursery Style - Oat: Foam Material, Solid Pattern
Baby On-The-Go
After doing a TON of research on which of the MANY options would fit our lifestyle and budget, this won by a mile! We love the baseless carseat (can throw it in anyone’s car) and the fact that it pops right in the stroller that’s so easy to open and ...
Joie Nutmeg Travel System with Mint Infant Car Seat - Maple: Adjustable Harness, 5-Point Harness, Safety Lock
We have 3 of these! Used in the hospital when I gave birth, have one on the stroller at all times, and one in the diaper bag just in case!
Momcozy Portable Stroller Fan - Black: Rechargeable, Adjustable Tilt Head, Battery-Powered, 0.984 Blade Diameter
The most affordable, high-quality camera with monitor on the market! Works with the app as well as with the monitor it comes with to provide such peace of mind!
eufy Baby Monitor with 2K Camera - White: Night Vision, Temperature Reading, 2-Way Talk, Smartphone App Control
Pregnancy Survival Musts
I started taking this before we got pregnant and am so grateful I did! Hack: take it at night before you go to bed so the fish oil taste doesn’t stay with you during the day!
Ritual Prenatal Multivitamin with Folate, Choline, Vegan Omega-3 DHA and Chelated Iron Vegan Capsules - Citrus Essenced - 60ct
Take THIS for nausea immediately! Essential in the first trimester.
Unisom SleepTabs Sleep-Aid Tablets - Doxylamine Succinate - 32ct
If you’re pregnant, start ice rolling your face immediately! Helps so much with pregnancy puffiness and lymphatic drainage. I did it every morning!
Kitsch Mini Spa Rollers, Ice Roller for Face & Neck, Pink
During pregnancy, it’s normal to have more sensitivity and oral issues. Start oil pulling to help keep your mouth clean and your teeth white! I noticed a huge difference when I did it regularly.
GuruNanda Oil Pulling - Farmed Mint - 8 fl oz