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OH BABY!! Postpartum + newborn recs✨
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items As a mom of two, and someone who struggled with PPD after my first baby, here’s what I tell my friends to put on their registries!!
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For baby!
For the inevitable congestion, this is one you want to buy ahead of time s you aren’t caught without it in the middle of the night. Trust me
Frida Baby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
Baby wearing saved my sanity, and this newborn carrier is perfect for the early days!
Cosmos - Aerial Newborn Buckle Wrap
I have this exact carrier and use it daily! It’s so quick to put on and wear baby in! I love it for walks, going to the grocery store, playing at the park, and just for nap time around the house!
Iris - Aerial Carrier
My favorite bottles! Glass base, which I love. Very breastfeeding friendly nipple shape and anti-colic!
Evenflo Balance Wide Neck Anti-Colic Glass Baby Bottles- Clear - 6 fl oz/2pk: BPA-Free, Phthalate-Free, Silicone Nipple
Perfect for bathing the baby anywhere at home - kitchen sink, dining table, or in the bathtub! Very portable and easy to use.
The First Years Sure Comfort Deluxe Newborn-to-Toddler Tub with Sling - White: Drain Plug, Foam Insert, Max 25lbs Capacity
Slings are quick to throw on and both my babies love naps in them! There are so many helpful tutorials in getting a snug and safe fit for your baby. These are also newborn friendly!
Spizella - Linen Sling
These are constantly in use for us, doing skin-to-skin, an extra layer for contact naps, or putting on the ground for tummy time!
Muslin Swaddle Baby Blanket - Floral Gingham - 3pk - Cloud Island™: Cotton, 47" x 47", 180 Thread Count
Soft and cozy cotton crib sheets!
Cotton Fitted Crib Sheet - Floral - Cloud Island™: 200 Thread Count, 1-Pack
Breathable, waterproof(!!), and one side is firm for infants and the other side is soft for toddlers!
HALO Dreamweave Breathable Crib Mattress: Firm Foam, Quilted Polyester Cover, No Coils, Standard Crib/Toddler
An actual life-saver for middle of the night feeds, especially for traveling!
VAVA Nightlight: Novelty Nightlights, LED, Dimmable, Battery-Powered
For mama!!
I took this every day after my second was born and I swear by it now!! Helped so much with rebuilding nutrients after birth!
Postpartum Restorative Tonic by Milk Moon, 16 oz. | In His Hands Birth Supply
If you only get one thing for yourself to take after birth - let it be this!
Postpartum Emotional Baby Blues: Postpartum Mood Supplements
For those after birth contractions.. yes there more even after baby is born🤯
AfterEase: Best Postpartum Herbs For Uterine Cramping Relief
For the first few days/weeks after birth. Put it in the peri bottle and keep it in the bathroom!
T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel Liquid - 16 fl oz
I so wish I had these with my first. These are so comfortable and catch your let down while you’re nursing the other side! I built a stash with just these the first few months!
Boon Trove Silicone Breast Pump - 6oz/2pk: BPA-Free, Wearable, Manual, Includes Storage Bag Plug
To help you stay hydrated, even if you aren’t breastfeeding! Keeps water cold and it’s leakproof for throwing in the diaper bag!
HydroJug 40oz Traveler Tumbler
The comfiest pajamas with a very stretchy waistband! Perfect for postpartum, feeling cute even when you’re sleep deprived. And it’s nursing friendly!
Strawberry Tie-Top Long-Sleeve Women’s Sleep Set
The best kit for postpartum essentials!
Frida Mom Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit with Peri Bottle: Non-Toxic, Includes Underwear, Feminine Wash, Instant Cold Pack
I pulled this out in 3rd trimester when my heartburn got so bad I could only sleep sitting up! And it was amazing for nursing and sitting in bed snuggling baby!
Reading Pillow for Sitting in Bed Adult, 19" Back Support Pillow for Bed Sitting up, Backrest Cushion for Reclining,Gaming,Resting, Wedge with Arms