All things that have saved me, and made my life better during postpartum! I use most of these items almost every single day.
Have used daily for the past 11 months - hands down the best nipple balm (lip balm, hand balm, everywhere balm)!
Organic Nipple Butter Breastfeeding Cream
Support if and when you need it PP. Groups, hotlines, community.
Postpartum Support International
I got mastitis ONCE and then began using this and it has kept it at bay! Helps with infalmed milk ducts!
Legendairy Milk Sunflower Lecithin 1200mg
The easiest, quick, satisfying breakfast. Saved me on so many days, especially those first few foggy months.
Oats Overnight
I used these for my wearable breast pumps and have worked so well for me. Comfortable and easy to use.
Nursing Bras
I didn't want to love it … but I did and it saved me. From the grocery store, to around the house, it truly is the most comfortable for squishy babies.
Soft, Breathable Newborn Wraps
My skin has never been so dry than while breastfeeding. I keep this stuff everywhere!
Healing Ointment Tube - Aquaphor | Ulta Beauty
Again - SO dehydrated. This is my personal favorite (put in the fridge overnight and have ice cold water in the morning).
Water Bottles
These helped with my milk supply and also hydration!
BODYARMOR LYTE Sports Drink Variety Pack
Listen … most babies are not quiet sleepers. At least mine wasn't, and he room shared with us up until 6mo. These allowed me to get some sleep while still being able to hear if baby needed me!
Loop Quiet: Noise Reduction for Deep Sleep
Trust , you need.
One A Day Postnatal Vitamins for Women with Folic Acid - 60ct
Again … I hate to love it but it truly is the best structured carrier I have tried. Easy to put on and take off alone, baby sits well in it, and not strenuous on my lower back or shoulders.
Aerial Buckle Baby Carrier
Easy quick snack and filling! Breastfeeding hunger is unreal and these helped me SO much. (I buy mine at costco)
Organic Aussie Bites 30 OZ. (2 Pack)
Depending on your level of bleeding, you can use these instead of disposables. I used them as my bleeding began to be super light as they were more comfortable than the disposables (and better for the environment!). I also highly recommend them for p...
The Super Absorbent. Super Comfortable. Super Safe. ...
Yes, the hospital gives you one. This one is better I promise.
Lansinoh Upside Down Peri Bottle for Postpartum
I have two pumps, this one and a wall pump. I switched to using this wearable pump as my main pump around 4 months PP. 11mo PP and still going strong. I love it so much, it's $$$ but SO worth it.
eufy Wearable Breast Pump S1 Pro | Hospital-Grade
I use these flange inserts for my eufy wearable pump, much more comfortable!
Comfortable Silicone Flange Inserts in Multiple Sizes
It's not glamorous, but believe me you need them.
Stool Softener Softgels - up&up™
For those first few weeks/months. Or, if you have fluctuating nipple size, these provide immediate relief. (Or when babe starts to get teeth)
Medela Hydrogel Pads
Sometimes it's easier and better to use a hand pump than a wall, or wearable pump. I was able to soothe clogged ducts with this pump. (some hospitals provide these)
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump
High protein, quick calorie snack. Easy to eat while breastfeeding or in during the middle of the night pump.
Mini Grass-Fed Beef Chomplings, Original
For the first few days, these are a must if you deliever vaginally!
TUCKS Medicated Cooling Pads
Provided me relief well into my 4th month PP
Herbal Perineal Spray
The BEST reusable nursing pads out there!
Nursing Pads: 3 Pairs
Helped me relax and was a nice way to end my day, and prepare me for the long nights.
