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Postpartum and breastfeeding must haves
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Everything you need to make your postpartum and breastfeeding journey easier. As a Mom of 2, I know the feeling of being overwhelmed with all the things you need for giving birth and afterward. I hope this list of postpartum and breastfeeding essenti...
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Postpartum recovery
 
Breastfeeding essentials
 
Sleep & comfort
 
Nutrition and hydration

Postpartum recovery

Essentials for right after birth
 
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So comfortable and you can use with or without a pad
Always ZZZ Overnight Disposable 360 Coverage Period Underwear, 7 CT
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Great for cramping after birth. Multiple options for temperature and stays on for awhile.
Heating Pads : Menstrual Pain Relief & Comfort
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Great for swelling after birth and they stay cool for awhile
Frida Mom Postpartum Ice Packs | Recovery Essentials
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Great for pain after birth and helps with swelling
Frida Mom Perineal Witch Hazel Healing Foam
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A lifesaver after birth. Use instead of toilet paper for the first few days to weeks.
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle
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Breastfeeding essentials

Everything you need to make your breastfeeding journey easier
 
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Helps ease pain with using pump. Safe for baby and vegan.
Legendairy Milk Vegan Pumping Spray - 2 fl oz
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Great for keeping you dry. Absorb a lot of milk before needing to be changed.
Lansinoh Nursing Pads in Feeding(21)
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Low price, convenient, and portable. My favorite pump I’ve ever used!
Medela Manual Breast Pumps in Feeding(3)
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Reliable and never leak. Make sure to lay bag flat if you’re freezing to avoid bag ripping when you thaw.
Medela : Breast Milk Storage
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Easy to use and so helpful when sore
Medela Contact Nipple Shields With Carrying Case
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Works even for larger cup sizes. So convenient for nursing and pumping.
Sublime® Hands-Free Pumping & Nursing Bra | Beige
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Sleep & comfort

Things to include in your hospital bag to make resting easier
 
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So comfortable and convenient for breastfeeding
Maternity & Postpartum Pajama Sets for Nursing
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Feels like you have nothing on. Great to sleep in and has no underwire.
French Terry Racerback Nursing & Sleep Bra | Black
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Helps with swelling both during and after pregnancy. Very comfortable.
Compression Socks For Pregnancy & Reduced Swelling
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Nutrition and hydration

Hunger and thirst during breastfeeding is unmatched!
 
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The flavors are great. Not overly sweet and the coconut water is great for milk supply.
BODYARMOR products at Target
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Makes me feel refreshed and alkaline water is great for heartburn
Smartwater Alkaline Bottles, 33.8 OZ, 6 PK
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They taste like cinnamon rolls. Oats are great for increasing milk supply.
Nature Valley Oatmeal Bars - Flavors & Sizes
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