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Pregnancy & Postpartum Essentials
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items If you're newly pregnant, you're likely being inundated with lots of marketing for a million products that will supposedly make your life better. In truth, you don't need a ton! But after two pregnancies, this is the list of must-have items I would r...
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Nausea Relief
Books & Education
Fitness
Postpartum Recovery
Clothing & Shoes
Nutrition & Supplements
Nausea Relief
Ask your doctor about combining Vitamin B6 and Unisom to manage nausea in your first trimester! This really helped me to feel better during my last pregnancy.
Vitamin B6 Capsules
Ask your doctor about combining Vitamin B6 and Unisom to manage nausea in your first trimester! This really helped me to feel better during my last pregnancy.
Unisom
I use these bands for motion sickness, but also used them for additional relief from morning sickness during my first trimester. They come with a carrying case, so they're easy to bring on the go!
Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Wristband, 1 Pair
These sour candies from Preggie Drops helped take the edge off on some of my most nauseous days.
Three Lollies Preggie Drops Nausea Lozenges, 32 Count
Staying hydrated definitely helps with morning sickness, and for me, drinking ice cold water through a straw is always much more manageable. Someone gifted me a Stanley tumbler in my first trimester, and it was lifesaver throughout pregnancy and beyo...
Adventure Quencher H2.0 Travel Tumbler | 40 oz
I prefer stainless steel straws, and this set is perfectly compatible with my Stanley tumbler. I especially love the straws with silicone covers for the tips.
Jetstop Stainless Steel Straws for Stanley 30oz (6 Pack)
Books & Education
My husband and I took a Bradley Method class before we had our first baby, and it really helped both of us to feel more prepared for birth. It also equipped my husband to take a more active role in supporting and encouraging me through a natural labo...
The Bradley Method® - bradleymethod.com - childbirth education
There are so many decisions you have to make as a new parent, and it can feel so hard to know what's right for your family. If you have questions about anything from newborn vaccinations to the risks and benefits of induction, this site offers access...
Evidence Based Birth®
Fitness
I love Lauren Fitter's pregnancy and postpartum workouts! They were so helpful for me to safely stay fit during pregnancy. Her C-section recovery program was also amazing for healing my core after my second birth.
Lauren Fitter
A yoga ball is a great fitness tool during pregnancy. It can be used for modified core work and is also beneficial for seated pelvic exercises in preparation for delivery and during labor.
THERABAND Exercise & Stability Ball for Posture
Pregnancy & Postpartum TV offers pregnancy-friendly yoga workouts, birth prep videos, and more. I turned to this channel often in my third trimester.
Pregnancy and Postpartum TV
I love yoga during pregnancy to gently build strength, relieve pain and tension, and prepare for labor & delivery. A comfy yoga mat that's easy to store is a must!
Gaiam Thick Yoga Mat with Carry Strap 72x24
Postpartum Recovery
There are LOTS of unnecessary pregnancy and postpartum gizmos out there, but believe me, this is one you really do want to have! When you're freshly postpartum and everything is uncomfortable, you'll love the ease and comfort this peri bottle brings ...
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle Postpartum
You will definitely want to have some of these on hand after a vaginal delivery. Thank me later!
TUCKS Medicated Cooling Pads 100 Count
I was never a fan of the disposable cold packs from the hospital. These ones are much comfier to use, PLUS, they're reusable (and easy to clean!).
Gentlepak Reusable Perineal Ice & Heat Paks (2-Pack)
After you run out of hospital-issued diapers and giant pads, these are the ugly but functional undies you want in your corner. I love that these ones are made of organic cotton and gentle on the skin.
Rael Disposable Period Underwear Organic Cotton S-M 20 Ct
Clothing & Shoes
My feet hurt a lot from standing all day during pregnancy, and I found that even inside, wearing a pair of Crocs helped relieve the discomfort immensely!
Classic Clog
My go-to nursing bra! Comfy, functional, and has lasted me through two babies.
Simply Sublime® Nursing Bra | Beige
My go-to nursing sports bra! Comfy, functional, and has lasted me through two babies.
Sublime® Nursing Sports Bra | Black
A friend gifted me these jammies, and they were the MOST comfy thing to wear postpartum. I would live in these pajama pants if I could.
Tulip Hem Nursing Tank & Capri Pajama Set | Grey Heather
I treated myself to this cozy pajama set postpartum. The fabric is so soft and stretchy, the button-down top makes nighttime nursing a breeze, and as a bonus, they're pretty cute!
Clea Bamboo Short Sleeve Pajama Set | Mist
Disclaimer: I do not own these, but I definitely WILL next time I'm pregnant and want to wear something a little cuter than the Crocs Classic Clog. ;)
Saturday Platform Sandal
Nutrition & Supplements
Dates are supposed to be great for prepping your body for labor - they are believed to soften the cervix and reduce the length of labor! These are the tastiest dates you'll find. I love putting them in smoothies or oatmeal, or filling them with peanu...
Pitted Medjool Dates
Red raspberry leaf tea is often recommended in LATE pregnancy to prepare the body for labor. I don't know if it works or not, but at the end of pregnancy I was willing to try anything! I preferred this iced with honey and lemon.
Red Raspberry Leaf Tea
Papaya enzymes are a great alternative to TUMS to help with pregnancy heartburn. I hate the texture of TUMS, so I found these a lot more tolerable throughout pregnancy (and still use them all the time).
American Health Chewable Papaya Enzyme 250
I've tried several prenatal supplements, and these ones are my favorites. They've got all the good stuff you need to support your body from TTC to postpartum. I take them right before bed, and they don't make me nauseous!
Pure Encapsulations PreNatal Nutrients - 120 Caps
I had a lot of headaches postpartum and struggled to stay hydrated, and these LMNT electrolyte drink pouches were my hero! My doula also gave some to me during labor, and it was a lifesaver for restoring some strength when I wasn't able to eat anythi...
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Raw Unflavored
Raspberry Salt is definitely my favorite LMNT flavor! I also like the Citrus Salt, and I would love to try their lemonade flavors.
LMNT Zero Sugar Electrolytes Raspberry Salt 30ct