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The “fourth” trimester must haves
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Ciera Bilby
All the things I *actually* used after having my first baby
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NURSING | BREASTFEEDING
 
PERSONAL CARE
 
FOR BABY

NURSING | BREASTFEEDING

 
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I understand and agree with all the hype - the light is perfect for nighttime pumps
Spectra S1 Plus Portable & Rechargeable Hospital Strength Double Electric Breast Pump
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If you think you won’t leak during breast feeding, think again
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads - 100ct
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Your girls will thank you
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter - 2 fl oz
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Not organic but another good option for the girls
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding Essentials - 1.41oz
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I genuinely think I would have given up on my breastfeeding journey without these wearable pumps
eufy S1 Pro Electric Breast Pump
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This will be your best friend if your milk isn’t fully in yet
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex: BPA-Free Polypropylene, Single Pump System, Includes Milk Storage Bottles
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I switched to lyte for less sugar, I think this drastically helped my supply at the beginning
BODYARMOR LYTE Peach Mango Sports Drink - 8pk/12 fl oz Bottles
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For more support, I use these! Comfortable and soft material
Maternity's Solid Adjustable Strap Bra, Casual Comfortable Breathable Bra for All Seasons, Maternity Lingerie for Daily Wear - TikTok Shop
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When I need a break from a normal bra, these tanks are my go to. Also kinda tight so perfect for pumping with my wearables!
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I do the pitcher method with my milk and these work perfectly
2 Pack 32oz Glass Pitcher w/ Lid & Spout
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A literal life saver when my milk came in
Lansinoh Therapy Packs with Soft Covers, Hot and Cold Breast Pads - 2pk
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These were sent with my pump for free and so far I have no complaints!
Breast Milk Storage Bags, 90 Count
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PERSONAL CARE

 
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Let’s be open and honest here, this is a necessity 
Always Discreet Boutique Underwear Women's Incontinence - Maximum Protection - Small/Medium - 12ct
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For obvious reasons
Always Ultra Thin Overnight Pads with Wings Unscented - Size 4 - 26ct
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An actual lifesaver. The hospital sends you home with one but the upside down sprayer is a game changer
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle
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Something nobody warned me about was the night sweats… I slept with a stick of a deodorant for like two weeks straight
Dove Beauty Advanced Care Caring Coconut 72-Hour Women's Antiperspirant & Deodorant - 2.6oz/2pk: Paraben-Free, Invisible Solid
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Use something a little more sensitive and less scented down there for awhile, this is what I liked.
Dove Beauty Sensitive Skin Moisturizing Fragrance-Free Beauty Bar Soap - 4pk/3.75oz each
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My doctor told me to keep taking my vitamins as long as I breastfed, these are what I’m currently taking
Vitafusion PreNatal Multivitamin Dietary Supplement Gummies - Lemon & Raspberry Lemonade - 90ct
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Dry shampoo kept me feeling fresh everyday when I would skip a hair wash
Dove Beauty Refresh + Care Fresh Coconut Dry Shampoo - 5oz
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Use carefully and smart & maybe even ask your doctor. I used it because I had the cone belly during my pregnancy and needed extra help with repairing that
Frida Mom Postpartum Abdominal Support Binder
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The hospital sent me home with zero medication so stock up on this! I took it for about a week until I slowed down on the medicine.
Tylenol Extra Strength Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer Caplets - Acetaminophen - 24ct
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Same as the Tylenol, hospital recommends to pair this with Tylenol for pain relief so stock up
Ibuprofen (NSAID) Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer Tablets - 100ct - up&up™
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The best thing the hospital gave me. Instant relief! Only downfall is I got so sick of the smell of it.
Dermoplast Pain Relief Spray for Minor Cuts, Burns and Bug Bites - 2.75oz
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If you have any stitches or tears or need extra healing down there, this will save you from that healing itch
Cortizone-10 Intensive Healing Hydrocortisone Itch Relief Cream - 1oz
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FOR BABY

 
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About two weeks in our boy got so gassy. These work quick!
Mylicon Infant Gas Relief Colic Dye Free Drops - 1 fl oz
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Works like a charm
Boudreaux's Butt Paste Baby Diaper Rash Cream Maximum Strength - 4oz
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Fun fact : breastfed babies need additional vitamin d
Mommy's Bliss Baby Organic Vitamin D Drops - 0.11oz (100 Servings)
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A life saver to keep me from being a human pacifier
Dr. Brown's HappyPaci One-Piece 100% Silicone Pacifier - 0-6 Months - 3pk - White/Blue/Light Blue
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Baby controls the flow just like breastfeeding. Easy to clean. My personal favorite.
Philips Avent Glass Baby Bottle with Natural Response Nipple - 4oz/3pk
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I bumped my baby up to a level 3 very quickly because they are baby controlled and the 1 & 2 would take him over an hour to finish
Philips Avent Natural Response Nipples - Medium Flow - Flow 3 - 2pk
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All the newborn size clothes. Everyone says don’t buy newborn but then my baby had like three outfits so we had to go shopping four days postpartum
Carter's Just One You® Baby Comfy Soft Celestial Sleep N' Play - White 6M: Heavyweight Jersey, Snug Fit, Two-Way Zipper
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Just go ahead and learn how to swaddle. It works and your baby will feel secure
Muslin Swaddle Baby Blanket - Dino Check - 3pk - Cloud Island™
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