I’m a 4x home birth mom and a childbirth educator, so if there’s one thing I’m an expert on it’s definitely all things surrounding birth. Having gone through postpartum 4 times now, these are my tried and true recommendations. You don’t need a lot, ...
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Clothes
I highly recommend having comfortable nursing friendly outfits after giving birth. It makes recovery easy and helps you feel better when you look cute!
The comfiest maternity nightgown. Easy access for breastfeeding and very cute and comfortable.
Kindly Yours Women's Maternity Short Sleeve Cotton Modal Nursing Sleep Dress, Sizes S to 3XL - Walmart.com
A cute pajama set that’s nursing friendly. Having lots of comfortable loungewear/pajamas during postpartum recovery is a MUST.
Drop Cup Nursing Maternity Pajama Set - Isabel Maternity by Ingrid & Isabel™ Pink S: V Neck, Modal Blend
Cute and comfortable nursing friendly lounge set. Great for summer babies!
Avidlove Women Maternity Nursing Pajama Set Breastfeeding Sleepwear Set Double Layer Short Sleeve Top and Shorts Set Pregnancy Pjs Set - Walmart.com
Another great nursing friendly lounge set. These are also great to have handy in the hospital as well.
Avidlove Maternity Nursing Pajama Sets Labor Delivery Pjs Louge Set Breastfeeding Pajamas Short Sleeve Top & Pants Pregnancy Sleepwear Set - Walmart.com
Robes are so easy and comfortable! Perfect to have when you’re in the hospital or to just have at home for easy nursing.
Ekouaer Maternity Labor Delivery Nursing Gown
Wrapping your stomach area during postpartum recovery is a must! It ensures everything goes back to normal and prevents diastasis recti. You don’t need to make wrapping your stomach complicated. This wrap is easy to put on and remove and barely notic...
GOEGE Postpartum Belly Band Support Wrap
Super comfortable shirt that I have in multiple colors. It’s nursing friendly and great with any pajama pants.
No Boundaries Ribbed Cami Top, Women's - Walmart.com
Supplements & Medicine
Postpartum is a time to really care for yourself and your body! Your body is depleted of a lot of nutrients that were given to the baby, so it’s important to care for yourself during this time to heal and recover well.
All 3 of these are great for milk supply issues or to just maintain a good supply. For the record, herbs like fenugreek, fennel, milk thistle, and goat’s rue are great for increasing milk supply. Eating things with oats are also great!
Legendairy Milk Lactation Vegan Support Bundle - 180ct
Sometimes the afterbirth pains can feel like you’re in labor again! Your body may also be super sore from pushing out a baby. To avoid, have some ibuprofen on hand. It’s safe to take while breastfeeding.
Ibuprofen Mini Gelcaps (NSAID) - 80ct - up&up™
A lot of women struggle to take that first #2 after birth, so having stool softeners on hand to help your body go can be really helpful. It may take a few weeks for your body to go back to how it was before in that arena. Stool softeners can help thi...
Stool Softener Softgels - 160ct - up&up™
If you’re like me and don’t want to always use ibuprofen for the pain after birth, then some type of after birth tincture like this is great! Also safe to take during breastfeeding.
Things are sore down there and you can use these reusable ice or hot packs to give some relief!
Perineal Cooling Pad Postpartum Ice Pack Set
If you prefer disposable ice packs to use after birth, these are a great option. These are really great for the first few days after birth to provide relief down there.
