Labor:
- Handheld Stroller Fan: A MUST HAVE. I would have died without it. You get so hot when you’re pushing. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SN457HS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_N1413M33CAFPGJZZZWCZ
Postpartum:
- Haakaa: If you’re planning on breastfeeding this comes in handy! I literally use mine 4+ times a day! Get the one that suctions to surfaces. I’ve almost knocked mine over so many times. https://haakaa.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/haakaa-manual-breast-pump-with-suction-base-and-silicone-lid-150ml-with-lip-1
- Silverettes: I’m SO happy I bought these and took them to the hospital with me and started using them right away. I swear it’s the only reason my nipples are still alive. And you don’t have to use creams! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00D4MWKNQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_T4G27EX2EGFJ940KQWJ2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
- Peri bottle: the one the give you in the hospital is TRASH. It’s a literal ketchup bottle. This one is amazing. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TXLZ8MR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4PYX6WHGVC9Q9XKQGD4P
- Adult Diapers: these are way comfier than the giant pads and mesh panties they give you in the hospital. They make you feel a little more human and I’ve been wearing them for 2 weeks straight. Also highly recommended by my c-section friends too! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KXUW72G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2WSA492NE4N69MRCSDQW?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
- Nursing bras: these are super soft and comfy I bought a bunch! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0799F2LVB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GF6DNJHYP7KEACWBS2Z5
- Breast heat/ice packs: I use mine multiple times a day. I have two sets, one for the freezer one for the microwave. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J61VL9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TBXF0AH5263Q8P0P20SS
- Comfy robe: I was never a robe person, but I lived in robes the first 3 weeks when you constantly have to change your own diapers and you always have a boob out. You cannot be bothered with wearing actual clothes. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079GWD2S5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FSFM2VGVDGD17SF1WA44?psc=1
Newborn:
- Socks: The hospital didn’t give us any socks so I’m so happy I had these because their little feets get so cold! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T9T9LPI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_I6X6Eb37GVS06
- Changing Pad: do not mess around with cloth changing pads you have to wash. This baby loves to make a mess the second I take her diaper off and you just wipe this one down. https://www.skiphop.com/skiphop-baby-essentials/V_304050.html
- Diaper spatula: The best thing ever! The cream is so oily and hard to get off your fingers and fingernails. This is so underrated. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MKYKHGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3616Eb14YPYKR
- Velcro Swaddle: I know it’s expensive but it’s seriously so clutch and worth every penny! There’s no size. https://theollieworld.com
- Boba Baby Wrap: I took walks twice a day and she loved being in this wrap. So easy to use and super snugly. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005SP2LWW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6GYKMXYK7JKFR8N2954J?psc=1
- Portable sound machine: I use this everywhere we go. Makes a big difference. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D50RYSC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1WTEXVDVW1FT7HNX7132
- Portable night light: I used this around the house when I was in labor and I use it every night for feedings. It’s awesome. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JGJ5ND6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TBCE945P4MQZA07Y8PQY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
- Baby nail trimmer: brought to the hospital because they have little demon nails and scratch their face up. This way she didn’t have to wear mittens. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073VBYNH4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dl_WDAGQYY73AM30HB1R4FQ
- Puracy Stain Remover: for all the stains this works like magic! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Y62FDZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1MP5Q3SQFDA2JGEDVWNH
- Windi Gas and Colic Reliever for Babies: didn’t use this until around a month when their gut biome starts to change but it works like a charm. Definite staple to instantly calm fussy babies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007RAGALO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FQC2G1KNFVXCEQ3S53V7
Thank you for taking the time to read this post. Stay tuned for more updates!
