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Soon-to-be or new mama must-haves
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items Some things that made pregnancy, and now motherhood, a bit easier and more enjoyable. Especially as a nursing mama!
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Clothing
Health and body
Food and drink
Other goodies
Clothing
Washable pads that do exactly what they need to. Comfortable to wear. Can be used in a pinch if a burp cloth isn’t handy too!
Organic Bamboo Nursing Pads - 14 Washable Reusable Breastfeeding Pads
Of all the options I tried, this pack has been my favorite… during pregnancy and after little one was born. So comfortable and supportive as the body changes and so easy to nurse in.
GXXGE 4Pack Nursing Bra Seamless Maternity
Cozy hoodie with a hidden zipper for easy nursing access! I would order up a size as the sleeves seemed to be a bit on the shorter side.
Bearsland Women's Maternity Nursing Hoodie
Great option for mid section coverage while nursing! Layer nicely and easy clip access for nursing.
GXXGE 4Pack Women's Nursing Tank Top Cami
Now, there are so many options with one’s current wardrobe for nursing… but this dress is so soft and cute that I have it in two colors/designs. Easy nursing access too!
Ekouaer Womens Sleeveless Nursing Dress
Perfect for pool days! I have the tankini style and it works as a top to go out and about just on its own too!
Tie Shoulder Breastfeeding Bikini Swimsuit Top
Health and body
Great alternative to pills or gummies! I couldn’t swallow pills for a period of my pregnancy and had an aversion to the gummies. One tablespoon of this daily, and the taste wasn’t too bad either!
Liquid Prenatal Vitamins for Women
This helped me SO much in late pregnancy when the leg cramps could wake me during the little sleep I could get. A few sprays before bed and those were a thing of the past!
Magnesium Mist Spray
Once I could swallow pills again… these have been my go-to for a majority of the pregnancy and beyond for nursing.
Nature Made Prenatal Multi + DHA 200mg 150ct
Perfect for the early days of nursing, to use while pumping, or even as a lip balm!
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter™ Cream
Smells amazing and leaves skin feeling soft and silky smooth!
Bump + Body In-Shower Pregnancy Lotion - 6 oz
Food and drink
Bought these to take to the hospital for labor and delivery. Ended up having the first one a day or two later. These, mixed with coconut water, got me through the first many weeks of nursing. So yummy and a perfect mocktail flavor!
Mocktini Variety pack electrolyte drink mix
Honestly, a great little treat when you need a little sweet and a little something to keep you going.
Welch's ® Absolute Fruitfuls ™ Fruit Strips
A pre-pregnancy favorite. I never left the house without one or two of these in my bag… you never know when the hunger will hit. A little protein really helps in the earlier weeks.
LUNA LemonZest Nutrition Bars
My daily breakfast, or at least part of it! Got me through the early days of pregnancy and has remained a grocery staple. So many great flavors!
Oikos Triple Zero High Protein Nonfat Greek Yogurt
Other goodies
Get it and you won’t regret it! It did take up a fair bit of space on my queen bed, but it helped tremendously with sleep. Now, I use this in the nursery when my little one has a rough night… makes the floor a bit more bearable!
Momcozy U-Shaped Pregnancy Pillow 57 Inch
Highly recommended book during pregnancy. Doesn’t necessarily give advice on what you should or shouldn’t do… but rather helps you figure out what’s best for you and how to find reliable sources of information.
Expecting Better: Why Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong
All the rage on social media… but it is worth the hype! Stash some diapers and wipes for easy access. Plenty of room for other items for little one and yourself. The back pocket is perfectly protected for a slim wallet or most phones. Also, solid qua...
2-in-1 Leather Sling Crossbody Fanny Pack
This got me through those early days especially… I had one headphone in to help me sleep, to have something to listen to during late night feeds, and as a guilty pleasure while doing pretty much anything.
Audible
I decided on a wall pump through insurance and figured I’d try out a decently inexpensive option for a wearable… this has become my go-to pump. It’s not necessarily discreet, but it works really well and keeps hands free!
MomMed Wearable Breast Pump S21 - Leak-Proof