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What To Get A First Time Momma
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items Becoming a first-time mom is such a beautiful and life-changing journey — and thoughtful gifts can make it even more special. I’ve handpicked a list of must-have items that every new mom will truly appreciate, from practical essentials that make thos...
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Essentials
Clothing
Self Care
Snacks
Organization
Essentials
First time mommas tend to forget to put their own essentials for birth and post-partum on their registry-I know I did. Here are the list of essentials that I have purchase during and after birth.
Breast feeding and pumping for the first couple weeks take a tole on the nipples. I used this constantly every time I pumped or breast feed my baby and still a couple months later is my go to to avoid cracked and dried nipples.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter Breastfeeding Cream - 60ml (2 fl oz)
The first couple weeks, new moms go through a lot-especially being in a diaper after birth. I went through so many of these containers after I gave birth-might be weird to purchase for someone, but I used so many that new mommas will appreciate it!
Tucks Medicated Pads Set - 40pc
Some women dread getting stretch marks throughout pregnancy. I got this as a gift and thought it was weird someone would give me this-but I tended to really love it and I didn't have stretch marks until after birth as my belly went down fast.
Bio-Oil Skincare Body Oil for Scars and Stretch Marks, Dark Spot Corrector with Vitamins A, E and Calendula - 4.2 fl oz
This massager helps relieve pressure and gets the milk moving to let down.
Frida Mom 2-in-1 Lactation Massager
Many women get nauseated during during pregnancy, labor and even when breastfeeding/pumping! I have experience those all and these active the pressure point to help alleviate it.
Frida Mom Anti-Nausea Bands- Pressure Point Therapy For Morning Sickness Pregnancy Relief - 2ct
Add to the new mom collect of water bottles- she will be using them a lot!
BruMate Era 40oz 100% Leak-Proof Straw Tumbler - Dune
This is one thing I didn't put on my registry, but use constantly!
NOSHINKU Refillable Lavendula Ultra Moisturizing Pocket Sanitizer - Trial Size - 20mL
I had to go out and buy my own hospital bag. Yes you can just use any bag, but there is something about having a hospital bag specifically for baby's arrival made me happy.
Signature Weekender Bag Taupe - Open Story™: Structured Carry-On Luggage
Not only can the mom use this after the baby is here, you can use it during labor! This is my favorite thing I packed in my hospital bag as I used it to get through the hard process of labor.
Panergy Battery Operated Stroller Fan Flexible Tripod Clip On Fan with 3 Speeds and Rotatable Handheld Personal Fan - Black
Hand washing becomes more frequent when a new baby is born, leading hand soap to go out quickly.
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Liquid Hand Soap - Watercress - 12.5 fl oz
Clothing
I tried my hardest not to purchase specific maternity/post-partum clothes as I knew I wouldn't be wearing them for long. However, here is a list of clothing that can be worn before and after pregnancy that doesn't frame a specific time in life.
Comfy pjs are a must for postpartum moms. It is best to get the button down ones for breastfeeding mommas!
Lands' End Women's Cooling 2 Piece Pajama Set - Long Sleeve Top and Pants - Large - Misty Aqua
Comfy and button down! Perfect for those breastfeeding mom's!
Women's Luxury Collection Shadow Striped Satin Notch Collar Top and Shorts Pajama Set - Auden™ White S: Recycled Polyester
It is very stressful to leave the house in general with a baby. Make it easier on the new mom and get her something comfortable that she can wear out in public when she has to feed her baby.
INSPIRE CHIC Women's Ribbed Knit Short Sleeve Nursing Shirts Crossover Maternity Breastfeeding Tops XX-Large Blue
This is one thing I forgot to pack in my hospital bag-A MUST!
dluxe by dearfoams Women's Saffron Teddy Scuff Slippers - Cream M
Self Care
Clinical studies have shown that mothers don't find their inner self again for years after the birth of their baby. Here are a list of self-care items I have used to help giving myself a few minutes everyday to feel more like my normal self.
Mom's tend to put themselves last before anyone-especially their baby. This is a little easy self care item that a mom can use to relax during the babies sleep window.
Que Bella Relax & Unwind Face Mask Collection - 6pc
Many mom's tend to lose themselves after labor-clinically studied. This will help them focus on loving their body again.
Tree Hut Shea Sugar Vanilla Body Scrub - 18oz
My lips were very dry during labor, so this is a must for labor and post labor needs.
Burt's Bees Tips and Toes Kit - 6ct
All girls like candles-never a bad gift!
8oz Lidded Glass Jar Black Label Wooded Sage Candle - Threshold™: Soy & Coconut Wax, 30hr Burn Time
All girls can use a new hair brush-when is the last time you updated yours?
Conair Ceramic Wood Nylon Bristle Cushion Paddle Hair Brush - All Hair
I have used a hair tie almost everyday to keep my baby's little hands from pulling.
The Hair Edit Grand Ruched Ribbon Satin Scrunchies - 3pk
Snacks
Breastfeeding moms need many snacks to keep up their calorie intake to produce milk. Pumping/breastfeeding takes a lot out on the body and mothers need to eat more frequently and keep up with their electrolytes.
I am not a tea person, however if you know the projected momma is going to try to breastfeed, I have heard nothing but good things about this tea for milk production!
Traditional Medicinals Organic Mother's Milk Herbal Tea - 16ct
I always need a snack when I am pumping or breastfeeding and these snacks help the milk production-especially if you have a low supply.
Boobie Bar Superfood Vegan Lactation Bar Oatmeal Chocolate Chips - 10.58oz/6ct
Mom's- no matter if breastfeeding or not, need to uptake their electrolytes and stay hydrate not only during pregnancy, but especially during postpartum!
Hydration with Electrolytes Drink Mix - Variety Pack - 11.3oz/20ct - up&up™
Pumping and just being a new mom in general takes a lot out of her! These quick easy snacks during those late nights help out more than you know!
CLIF ZBAR and ZBAR PROTEIN Chocolate Chip, Iced Oatmeal Cookie, Cookies and Crème Granola Bar Variety Pack Made with Organic Oats - 19.05oz/15pk
These are my current pumping snack as they are high in protein, yet low in sugar!
Chomps Original Turkey Sticks - 9.2oz/8ct
Healthy individual wrapped snacks are a new mom's best friend-I forget to eat during the day as you are so busy with the newborn/pumping.
Harvest Snaps Baked Veggie Snack Variety Pack - 5.3oz/6ct
Really an individually wrapped snack will be perfect for the new mom. These however, are one of the many snacks in my rotation right now I am obsessed with.
Peanut Butter Sandwich Crackers - Good & Gather™
Organization
Becoming a new mom can be overwhelming, help keep the new mom organized to relieve that stress with these organization items!
Another thing first time moms don't think to put on their registry! I used mine for those first few weeks of a newborn during the overnight hours. I had my breast pump, snacks, baby wipes/diapers, spare change of clothes for both myself and baby.
3 Tier Rolling Cart W/Wheels Practical Handle&ABS Storage Basket Organizer White
I ordered these after I gave birth for my bottle wash/bottle warmer station in our kitchen. Helped keep things way organized and less stressful to keep everything clean and sterilized.
All Purpose 2 Drawer Storage Clear - Brightroom™
I used these for not only the nursery, but also for the bedside cart to help keep it organized.
Set of 12 Collapsible Drawer Organizer Bins for Clothes, Closet Organizers and Storage Dividers for Clothing (Gray)