Top 10 New Mom Essentials: What You Really Need

Top 10 Mom Essentials

There are so many nursing bras to pick from that it might seem overwhelming. However, supporting your ladies after birth is extremely important. Even if you’re not planning on breastfeeding, you’ll still need a comfortable bra while your body undergoes massive changes after childbirth. Hormone surges, discomfort, and overall pain are all things that can be helped with the proper support postpartum.

We recommend getting a couple of good bras to sleep in, several to wear during the day, and one that helps with hands-free pumping, too!

Not only a pregnancy must-have but also a mom must-have too! You may spend lots of time in bed after birth (not sleeping, however), and comfort is vital. A body pillow keeps you comfortable and is a perfect tool for holding or feeding a baby. Most of them can wrap around your waist or be put into any comfortable position, which also helps. Check out our complete list of the best pregnancy pillows!

It’s easy to feel disheveled and overwhelmed in the 4^th trimester. But being comfy doesn’t have to only include a pair of old pajamas – invest in something that’s still comfy and cute! Something with soft cotton (bamboo is our favorite) will help you feel comfortable in your own skin. These can go right from the hospital room to the bedroom at home!

Buy this – now. You’ll thank us later. No matter the birth you go through (whether via cesarean or vaginal), you’ll need one of these nifty tools to help make going to the bathroom as pain-free as possible. (Although that may be hard to do at the beginning!) Some hospitals give you a peri bottle before you leave, but the upside-down fabrication of these peri bottles is unlike anything else. We highly recommend them!

Hydration is crucial after birthing a baby. After nine months of pregnancy, you may already have this down pat – or if you suffered from nausea and morning sickness, you may not have been able to stomach as much water as you would have preferred. Hydration after birth is even more critical as our bodies are trying to recover from what it’s been through over the last few months and childbirth.

If you’re like me, remembering to drink water can be challenging, which is why I always love having a large water bottle on hand. I also love a water bottle that keeps the water cold, so you do not constantly have to fill it with ice cubes.

How can you be hands-free with a newborn at home? Strap them on you with a baby carrier to get some work done! Some babies like to be carried more than others, but remember that many babywearing carriers are available. (Also, practice is key!) One mom and baby might like a ring sling, and another mom and baby might love a wrap. They are all fantastic carriers, so definitely put these on your list so you can try them out as a new mom and see which ones you prefer. You’ll appreciate having your hands free every once in a while!

Postpartum recovery can be challenging, and it can be harder if it’s not your first baby. You might experience cramping and discomfort as your uterus contracts back to its normal size before becoming pregnant. There are, of course, things you can do to help with this, and heating pads are one of them! Try to have a few in the house so that you’re covered (literally and figuratively) in every room!

Another must-have product to keep on your nightstand is a good nipple cream. This product helps prevent you from experiencing cracked or blistered nipples that might come with the 4^th trimester. Not all moms will experience it, but it is something to apply regardless because we’re all about preventative care.

Just as important as hydration, a full stomach is essential for a new mom, although it might seem impossible. Life can be busy, but having a snack accessible anytime can do wonders for recovery and your milk production. Some snacks can help with milk supply and production if you decide to breastfeed—a snack that simultaneously fills you and your supply!