So your handed a baby, no instructions, thousands of pieces of advice, this list are things that helped me get a little bit of me back and kept my sanity while recovering!
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Life savers!!
Aftercare
Keeping it all together
Life savers!!
These items saved my sanity during postpartum! Hopefully they can do the same for you!
This was the absolute best while pumping or breastfeeding! It helped get out clogs, it helped catch any drops, and it was easy!
Haakaa Silicone Breastfeeding Manual Breast Pump Milk Pump 100% Food Grade Silicone BPA PVC and Phthalate Free
So, you’re gonna leak, I’m sorry it’s gonna happen! These fit right in your bra, and keep everything dry! Pro tip, they are even more helpful at night!
Clogs? Tender? Sore? Use it hot or cold! This saved me so many times while breastfeeding and pumping. With all the other challenges that come with it, save yourself with some relief with these!
Lansinoh Therapy Packs with Soft Covers, Hot and Cold Breast Pads - 2pk
Ever had your arm fall asleep mid way through a feed? The worst! I was so thankful to have a boppy to help support me and my baby during feeds, throughout tummy time, even just relaxing throughout the day!
Boppy Nursing Pillow - Gray Beige Leaves
Babies are gonna have gas, this stuff came in such a clutch when my son had a hard time getting the gas bubbles out! From a sad, screaming baby to a happy, calm baby!
Mylicon Infants Gas Relief Drops Dye Free - 0.5 fl oz
Aftercare
Not only are you handed a baby who came with no instructions, you have to take care of you, these are things to help you remember to love yourself too!
Listen, you and your baby are both gonna be in diapers together for a little bit, it happens! These helped keep everything together, while feeling comfortable!
Always Discreet Adult Postpartum Incontinence Underwear for Women - Maximum Protection - S/M - 19ct
The holy grail! Just buy, I feel these need no explanation
Tucks Medicated Pads Set - 40pc
Again, need I explain? Such a life saver for keeping it clean down there!
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle: Non-Toxic, Feminine Care Set
Keeping it all together
Organization for those chaotic sleepless nights and long days!
Don’t skip on a diaper caddy! I was absolutely terrified to sleep upstairs after I brought my son home, so pack and play was set up in the living room and my couch became a bed! This was a life saver during nighttime wake ups, having everything I nee...
Original Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer, Large Storage Caddy Organizer for Nursery, Changing Table (Classic Gray)
This was an absolute game changer with my summer baby! Being able to safely bring him outside and enjoy the sunshine made postpartum so much better!
Safety 1st Sleepy Traveler Bassinet Portable Baby Bed - Dreamscape
Pack and plays are genuinely the best! Need a safe space to put them down to take a second to yourself? Need a space for them to sleep safely? A pack and play was my saving grace throughout post partum, and it saved so much space!