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C-Section Survival Kit: Must-Haves for Healing, Comfort, and Keeping Your Sanity!
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items A list of things I wish somebody would have told me I needed as a C-section mama. I had 2 surgeries back to back.
I swear this was a life saver! It’s best to avoid bending over for a while with fresh stitches. Make sure you have one of these handy. I have one upstairs and one for downstairs.
FitPlus 2024 PowerGrip T9 Grabber Tool, 32"
I used this brand for both of my recoveries. It is high quality and better than the other cheaper brands I’ve bought on Amazon. I like it bc it is comfortable and is very adjustable with the three straps
MISTY PHASES Postpartum Belly Wrap Support
Use these for the first 3-4 days. It might be hard to hold it in and make it to the bathroom 😫
Always Discreet Incontinence Underwear, S/M
I used this as extra support when breastfeeding my newborn. It also can be used to help baby sit and be on their tummy when they are old enough.
Boppy Bare Naked Nursing Pillow, Pillow Only
Washable Boppy pillow cover. Great material and it comes in different designs. I bought this grey one for baby boy.
Boppy Nursing Pillow Cover, Gray Elephants
This cart was so helpful to keep all of the essential baby stuff in one place. I kept it by my bedside and also placed my snacks and drinks on it.
Sywhitta 3-Tier Rolling Utility Cart, White
Once you get an “okay” from your Doctor, use an antibacterial soap on your scar. This will help prevent bacteria from growing and avoid any unwanted smells around that area.
DR. LIFT Antibacterial Body Wash - 8 Oz
My hormones had me sweating so much 😅 I found myself having to constantly apply deodorant.
Dove Aluminum Free Deodorant 3 Pack 2.6 oz
My feet swelled up so bad that it wouldn’t fit in any shoe. Second time around I was prepared with velcro adjustable slides.
Dearfoams Women's Adjustable Memory Foam Slide
Makes washing your baby bottles a lot faster. Especially if you have to do it in the middle of the night 😵💫. You won’t spend too much time on your feet.
Electric Bottle Brush Cleaner Kit - Green
These will keep you comfy. I recommend black in case of accidents
QOVOQ Women's High Waist Cotton Briefs
Don’t forget the hair clips… you will be having to feed and change baby often and be looking down a lot with hair getting in the way.
TOCESS 8 Pack Jumbo Hair Claw Clips 4.33 Inch
A robe… because sometimes clothes take too much effort 😅
NY Threads Womens Plush Hooded Bathrobe
Forget about the bras that clip… it sucks trying to clip it back on at the crack of dawn with only one hand. Just whip it out and feed the baby!
CAKYE 3 Pack Maternity Nursing Sleep Bra