I’ve breastfed 2 children now and absolute recommend it to anyone! These are some things I got that helped make things easier and improve healing in those early weeks
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Clothing
Healing
Expressing
A helping hand
Clothing
Having clothes that have easy access to boobs is essential!
A good nursing bra will really help with staying comfortable and having quick boob access!
Maternity & Nursing Bras at M&S
Having nursing tops really does make things a lot easier, and H&M have a great range!
Nursing Tops | Breastfeeding T-Shirts, Vests & More
Healing
The cluster feeding is no joke, and your nipples will get sore - these help a million!
These cups absolutely SAVED my breastfeeding journey! I had such sore nipples at the start from a bad latch and these made my nipples heal and feel so much better so quickly
Koala Babycare: KOALA SILVER CUPS
Absolute essential for those early weeks where baby is cluster feeding and sorting out their latch!
Mama Mio Maternity Keep Calm Nipple Balm 30ml
Reusable breast pads are so soft and saves having to use disposable ones all the time
Boots Bump & Beyond Washable Breast Pads
Expressing
Handy products if you ever need to express
I never wanted to pump so didn’t bother with an electric one but this was handy if I ever needed to express if my baby skipped a feed or anything!
Haakaa Manual Breast Pump, Clear, 4oz/100ml
Handy for building up a supply in the freezer!
Medela Easy Pour Breast Milk Storage Bags
A helping hand
A few things to make breastfeeding a little easier for you
This clip will save you having to hold up your top if you’re breastfeeding and not wearing a nursing top!
Breastfeeding Clothing Clip | Affordable Nursing Wear Alternative
I used a pillow so much with my first baby! He was latched on allll the time so this made things a lot more comfortable and saved my arms!
Breastfeeding Pillows
Read this before having your baby and it’ll give you alllll the confidence and knowledge you need!
