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First Time Mom Essentials 👶🏻
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items I became a First Time Mother in August of this year. I’ve curated a list of items that got me through my pregnancy (a rough 41 weeks) and helped ease my transition into the newborn phase and beyond. Carrying my child was one of the most beautiful, ye...
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My Pregnancy/Postpartum Non-negotiables
My Newborn’s Top Picks
My Pregnancy/Postpartum Non-negotiables
I used this all throughout my pregnancy. I didn’t get stretch marks (not sure if this played a role or just genetics). But I loved the feel of it. It was a nice ritual to take an everything shower and then use this on my bump after. It was the only b...
Mama Belly Butter
The most buttery soft leggings! Pretty much the only pants I wore in my pregnancy. I sized up and still used them as my bump got larger.
Maternity
Every pregnant mama knows that the third trimester heartburn is an entirely different beast. I ate these like candy towards the tail end of pregnancy. Definitely recommend for relief. 😮💨
Tums
I took these (with permission from my doctor) in the first trimester. Truly is a god-send for the first trimester nausea (the good sleep is a bonus).
SleepTabs® | Unisom® Sleep-Aid
I used this after my emergency c-section. The pressure felt nice and supportive
Postpartum Abdominal Support Binder – Frida | The fuss stops here.
This was really helpful in the hospital during labor. The beds are never close enough to the outlets.
Ximytec MFi USB C to Lightning Cable 3Pack 10FT
I would drink so much water in pregnancy but still be dehydrated. You need electrolytes! It makes a huge difference.
Liquid I.V.
A portable fan is a life saver during contractions! And great for keeping your newborn cool in the stroller or car seat (especially if you have a summer baby like myself).
Labor And Delivery Fan
You need a comfy lounge set for pregnancy and postpartum. Something easy to throw on that’s loose fitting is key to being comfortable.
Maternity, Breastfeeding & Postpartum Loungewear
I own this bag in black, and my husband has the blue version. It’s a great dupe for the Lululemon diaper bag, but $150 cheaper! Still has everything you’d need-pockets, changing pad, insulated, ample space, etc.
Cloud Island : Diaper Bags
The only prenatal I could stomach in the first trimester. Took these my whole pregnancy and can vouch for them.
OLLY Prenatal Vitamins | Gummies & Softgels
The comfiest pillow for side sleeping. Really helps with hip pain and sciatic nerve pain in pregnancy.
Maternity Pillow & Pregnancy Pillow
My Newborn’s Top Picks
The best carrier for price point and for ease of use. My go to for getting things done in and outside of the house!
Momcozy Baby Carriers & Wraps | Support Newborn to Toddler
The best sound machine. It has a wide range of colors, sounds, and even bedtime stories for your little one.
Hatch: Devices to Help You Sleep Better
My baby loves this bouncer! Very easy to move around and strap him in. It helps having a place to safely and securely put your baby down without having to constantly hold them.
Alpine Deluxe Portable Bouncer - Charcoal Tweed
The best travel system. It’s a little heavy, but it’s super easy to click the car seat into the base or stroller. I love that it comes with a storage basket and cupholders. I can fold the stroller up with one hand as well.
Bravo Primo Trio Travel System
A lifesaver for a gassy baby! Works so well and is one of the few medicines that are safe for newborns.
MYLICON Infants Gas Relief Drops, Dye Free
Great for diaper rash and for a circumsized baby boy.
Aquaphor
I have three boppy pillows. One for upstairs, downstairs, and my car. Could not imagine breastfeeding without it.
Boppy
Necessary if you want to save time on bottle feeding prep work. I use mine everyday, multiple times a day. Way more convenient than running a dishwasher.
Dr. Brown's™ Bottle Sterilizer and Dryer
I love this thing! I use it for every feeding and it’s compatible with most bottle types.
Philips Avent Premium Fast Bottle Warmer
Great for a newborn to grab and play with. Really helps with development of those motor skills!
Oball Toys
The best playmat for a baby to interact with. My baby loves the songs and lights. Great for tummy time and building those neck muscles. 💪🏼
Fisher-Price Glow And Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym Baby Playmat With ...
The only pacifier my little one has taken a liking to! Highly recommend having at least 2 on hand (as they get misplaced easily lol)
Soothers
I bought a 3-pack of these and never looked back. I use them religiously as a breastfeeding/pumping mom.
Nursing Bras | Pumping & Breastfeeding Bras
The best pump ever! I never even used a hospital grade one. Manual simply works best!
Medela Harmony™ manual breast pump
Great for having a safe place to put your baby down for a minute. Or for having your baby beside you (hands free) for a moment.
Infant Loungers - Snuggle Me Organic
I didn’t sleep peacefully at night until I used this on my newborn. I was so irrationally afraid of SIDS. This gave me the peace of mind to “sleep while the baby sleeps.”
Dream Sock® – Owlet US
We use this swing and love it. My newborn likes it a lot more now that he can somewhat hold his head up. It sways, rocks, has white noise and music. 🎶 A great way to occupy your child!
Shop Baby Swings & Baby Jumpers
Perfect little bath for babies. My newborn is comfortable in it and it’s worked as he’s grown larger!
Bathing – angelcarebaby
You truly can’t have enough burp cloths! Babies constantly spit up due to reflux. It’s the quickest thing you can grab for easy cleanup. And they’re very absorbent!
Yoofoss Muslin Burp Cloths 10 Pack Organic Cotton
The best for keeping those tiny nasal passages and ears cleaned! And oddly satisfying lol
oogiebear Baby Nose & Ear Wax Cleaner
Really contains the mess and smell from diapers. It holds so much! And easy to replace the rolls.
Diaper Genie
I love these glass bottles! They’re durable and withstand the high temps of sterilizing. My newborn likes them so much we ordered another set.
Baby Bottles & Bottle Nipples | Philips Avent
Aquaphor is the best preventative & treatment for diaper rash!
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment Advanced Therapy Skin Protectant