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12 Postpartum Essentials I Wish I Knew About as a First-Time Mom
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items Nobody really prepares you for postpartum, so I put together this list of things that helped me survive those early weeks as a new mama. From cozy PJs and nursing bras I lived in, to little lifesavers like a peri bottle and nipple cream—these made al...
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Self-care + Recovery 🧺 ✨
Feeding + Baby Bonding 🍼✨
Self-care + Recovery 🧺 ✨
Postpartum recovery can be rough and these disposable undies helped make the first couple of weeks a little less rough for me. Just stick a pad to them and enjoy some comfort while focusing on bonding with baby.
Boyshort Disposable Postpartum Underwear (8 Pack) - Frida
Something that’s not talked about enough is body odor postpartum. Not to mention the constant bleeding for the first few days. This peri bottle kept me fresh the entire time. You fill it with water and rinse yourself down using the bathroom. This pro...
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle Postpartum
I wasn’t prepared for the hormonal changes that affect body odor postpartum. I didn’t discover this product until about 6 months after having my baby. The difference was incredible. If you get nothing else from this list, GET THIS deodorant and resor...
Lume Whole Body Deodorant Cream - 3oz
These are perfect to pair with the Frida mom boy shorts. To keep you clean and dry the first few days after baby gets here.
Rael Organic Cotton Pads Regular Absorbency, Unscented, Ultra Thin, 28 Count
Nothing screams rest & relaxation like a comfy robe after carrying life for the better part of the year and now sustaining it out of your body. Give yourself a big pat on the back and get you this beautiful robe that’s perfect for recovery and ea...
PrinStory Womens Long Knit Lightweight Robe
Trust me, button-up PJs are a postpartum game-changer.
The easy front access made breastfeeding so much smoother during those round-the-clock feeds, and the soft, breathable fabric was exactly what my healing body needed. Perfect for lounging, nappi...
Ekouaer 2 Pack Womens Short Sleeve Pajamas
One of the best things I did was stock up on this 5-pack of nursing bras.
Because let’s be real—leaks, spit-up, and endless feedings mean you’ll go through bras fast. These were comfy enough to sleep in, supportive enough for day wear, and had super...
HBselect Women Maternity Nursing Bras 5 Pack
This is one of those things I didn’t use postpartum—but looking back, I really wish I had.
I didn’t realize how much support my core and back would need after birth, especially with all the lifting, rocking, and feeding. So many moms swear by belly b...
haakaa Postpartum Belly Band, Support Back & Abdomen
Feeding + Baby Bonding 🍼✨
Just buy these and thank me later! Seriously these silver nursing cups are the best postpartum & breastfeeding invention to date. Say goodbye to cracked painful nipples with these. You’re welcome 😉
SILVERETTE® Original 925 Silver Nursing Cups XL
Great for catching letdown on the opposite side while nursing—helps you build a freezer stash without extra pumping sessions. The lid is also very convenient for when you need to lay the pump aside for a few minutes before you can get up and store it...
haakaa Silicone Breast Pump & Cap 5oz Gen.2
You’ll be constantly thirsty, especially while breastfeeding. A straw makes it doable one-handed while holding baby.
STANLEY Quencher H2.0 Tumbler w/ Handle & Straw
This was honestly one of my most-used postpartum items. In those early weeks, my baby felt so tiny in my arms, and the nursing pillow helped elevate him just enough to make breastfeeding more comfortable—for both of us. It took the strain off my arms...
My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow Deluxe - Soft Rose