This saved me as I adjusted to breastfeeding. I also love that it’s safe for baby, so I didn’t have to worry about wiping it off before feeding
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter™ Cream
This helped so much with the postpartum night sweating. I’d put this next to me in bed. I also used this for labor and later for her stroller
Gaiatop Mini Portable Stroller Fan, 3 Speed
Abdominal support was so important for my recovery and comfort
NYOrtho Post Surgery Abdominal Binder 30-45"
Once I transitioned off the initial recovery, I wanted something a bit tighter and more supportive. This has 3 separate panels that can be added together for varying levels of support
ChongErfei 3-in-1 Postpartum Support Belt L
I tried a few different brands but this was my favorite for comfort and support
Hands-Free Pumping Bras
I didn’t expect to use the portable pump as much as I did in the early postpartum days. While she was nursing on one side, I’d pump on the other. It was really nice to not need a pumping bra or to hold the pump. I also found this pump really easy to ...
Best Electric Breast Pumps | Portable & Efficient
I love how lightweight and cool this dress is. I wore is constantly because I could easily nurse and wouldn’t overheat
Smallshow Women's Maternity Nursing Split Dress
We asked visitors to wear a mask to protect the baby early on. I kept a box of these by the door
NIOSH N95 Mask, Pack of 20, Universal Fit
I kept disposable and washable pads on my nursing cart at all times
I found these to be really comfortable and absorbent. I didn’t like the boy shirt version from the hospital
Always Discreet Adult Diapers Women Large 17ct
One of our most used post partum items. I put electrolyte drinks for late night feedings as well as pump parts, bottles, and my pitcher of pumped milk
Simzlife 24Cans 0.6 cu. ft. Mini Fridge Cooler, Portable Beverage Refrigerator with Glass Door, Black
This was helpful when I’d wake up hot or nauseous. Just wet the towel and it stays cold for hours without getting you wet
Chill Pal
When you’re getting so little sleep, optimizing the little sleep that you get is really important. This mask is really soft and completely blocks out light
100% Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask for Women Men
I used this to collect milk from late night pumping session rather than trying to bag milk in the middle of the night. After pumping, I’d just put the milk in here and put it in the fridge
Breastmilk Pitcher
I set up a nursing cart with my pumps, snacks, water bottle, kindle, headphones, breast pads, chapstick, nipple butter, etc. I roll it from room to room throughout the day
