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Things that make mom-life easier
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items Parenthood is hard. Here's what makes things a lot easier as a new SAHM.
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Invest in a good portable breast pump, especially if you are an exclusive pumper!!!! This one is so easy to use, warms up, has less parts to clean, and an ACTUALLY helpful app.
Village Maternity
Huge fan of Boon products. Silicone bottle that grow with your child. Get the flat lids and turn these into storage or snack cups. Get the travel case and only carry one shell, and save space packing the silicone parts. Later, you can replace the nip...
Boon Nursh Silicone Baby Bottles 3-Pack
Very helpful during the newborn stage. This becomes the baby's safe space / base. I slept with it while pregnant so it'd have my scent and held the baby in it most of the time. Makes transitions easier. It also helps nervous people and older children...
Montessori Baby Topponcino | Organic Grey Support Pillow
Use these for so many things!!! I use these cloths to wipe baby's skin, clean surfaces, and I fold them up and tuck them in my bra for milk leaks.
VAIPI 100 Pack Flannel Baby Wipes with Dispenser
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I didn't know this was a thing until I went on a super long car trip! I was able to clean my pump parts and baby bottles with these special wipes. Also helpful for those tiring middle of the night pumps.
Target
Invest in a quality tumbler that you like and know will keep your water cool. Staying hydrated is super important in general, but especially now when it's harder to look after yourself.
Hydro Flask
This is my everyday bag that also fits my baby's things (a few diapers, wipes, a onesie, a bottle, etc.)! It's roomy, stylish, versatile, and water resistant. Can be worn across the body or shortened like a purse. Plus, TWO zippered pockets inside!!!
Medium Nylon Crescent Bags | Crossbody
It's a hat that packs into a keychain!! There's a million things on my mind, and forgetting a hat isn't one of them. Protects from the sun and rain. Perfect for traveling too.
Water-Resistant UPF 50+ Bucket Hat Outdoor
Babies spit up. You might spill your coffee. Where can you stash a soiled onsie? Keep a dry / wet bag with you at all times. I put one in my purse, one by the laundry room, and one by the baby's diaper changing area.
ALVABABY 3 Waterproof Cloth Diaper Wet Bags
I use these with the boon nursh bottle pieces. I store breastmilk for now, and plan to use these to store baby solids and kid snacks later on.
Boon Nursh Breast Milk Storage Lids - 3 Count
Okay THIS is another reason why the boon nursh bottles are handy!! When traveling, I only need one bottle shell (the hard part) and I can squeeze the silicone sleeves and nipples in these tiny containers!!! So I'm traveling with multiple bottles all ...
Boon Baby Bottle Storage Buns - Blue/White, 3 Count
One of the easiest baby to toddler slings / carriers I've ever used (I've tried out my fair share). This one is affordable! It can be used in a number of ways and grows with your kid. I really like the knob adjuster; I can make sure my baby is snug a...
Baby Sling Carrier 8-30 lbs, Toddler, Gray
My baby has loved this (and so do my arms) since she was a newborn. I can hold my baby in a cradle position or facing forward. It can be a hip seat for quick in and out of the house events or a carrier for long walks and outings. The easiest carrier ...
Hip Carrier, Adjustable Waistband, Breathable Mesh, Ergonomic, Grey
Ok I'll admit I don't have this because I was gifted a wagon and stroller, but I really with I had this!! The lightweight size and versatility make this appealing. I feel I could use this for my baby, dog, and as a playpen even!
Familidoo Q1 Kids Wagon Stroller - Foldable, All-Terrain, 5-Point Harness, Rain Cover
I've been using the medium backpack as a baby bag and to carry my personal things more often lately. Waterproof so I don't have to worry when it rains. And I like the colors :) the side pocket holds a baby bottle or my tumblr.
Backpacks
I used this during a flight to keep toys off the ground. Can also be used with pacifier or bottles. I hang this off her mobile or carseat handle too. Sometimes I'll just loop a toy off both ends and drape it over my neck while holding baby.
Andy Bear Silicone Baby Toy Straps - Terra Cotta
I was clipping baby's nails and then switched to this. So much easier. Doesnt hurt baby's hands. I even use it on myself hahaha
Momcozy Electric Baby Nail File Trimmer Green
We use these when it's cold or in place of socks. That way we don't have to worry about losing socks. It bugs me when one goes missing!! Or when pant legs ride up then baby's shin gets cold :P there, problem solved!
2-Pack Organic Cotton Footed Pants Baby
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The saviour to our neurodivergent home. The main hub stays where we can see it easily and my partner and I have the app downloaded on our phones. Other than as a calendar, we love the list feature esp for grocery shopping, to do section and section t...
Smart Family Calendar
Get the made in Japan version!! High quality and large capacity. I joke this will be a family heirloom. I have a number of quick rice cooker meal recipes; from rice to pasta dishes.
Zojirushi NP-HCC10XH IH Rice Cooker 1L
Get yourself a large high quality air fryer!!! So many things you can make with this. Easy to use and clean.
Toshiba 5.5QT Air Fryer with Heat-Q Tech
I'm curious about the new models, but I've used this robot vacuum since 2020! A big help if you have shedding pets. Can set a timer. Different cleaning modes and strengths. The robovac will go back to its charging port.
eufy Robot Vacuum 11S MAX, Powerful, Quiet
Ok not really a hack, but this is the cutest bottle/pump brush set ever! I have it sitting on my counter and guests don't realize it's for baby bottles. If you have the boon nursh bottles, this brush fits perfectly into the shape of the bottles.
Boon Cacti Bottle Cleaning Brush Set, Terracotta
When you have a child, you will be given tons of forms and documents. Please do yourself a favor and keep the family papers in one organized place!!
Sooez Accordion File Organizer, 5 Pockets
These are so easy. Keeps baby warm and it's safer to use than blankets. We tried the fancy brands and types that cover hands or are weighted,etc. we just go back to this simple open arms one! When I worked in childcare, all the schools used sleep sac...
Baby Sleep Sack 0-6M Organic Cotton 3 Pack