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6 Must Have Products For Nursing Moms

by Ellice Vargas October 18, 2016
written by Ellice Vargas

One thing I feel like they didn’t cover in my breastfeeding class before my daughter was born, was what you actually might need to make this whole nursing thing a bit easiest. As you may have discovered, breastfeeding comes with quite a few challenges, a lot which can be made easier with the help of some simple products. I’ve rounded up the 6 most important things I needed during my first nursing experience.

(This post contains affiliate links.)

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1. Nursing Cover

While you certainly don’t have to use a cover when nursing in public, many mamas like myself feel most comfortable with a little privacy for myself and my babe. These handy covers means you don’t need to leave the room or head to the car overtime your baby needs to eat, which is basically every 5 seconds (or sure feels like it) when their a newborn. I would say, give this a go at home first before you try to use it in public. Nursing can sometimes feel like your all fingers and no thumbs to start with until you get the hang of it.

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Source: Amazon

2. Breast Pads

There are so many different types of breast pads out there, and most all do the same thing. Stop embarrassing leakage from occurring. I personally like to use disposable pads for the first month or so, because hello, who has time do extra laundry? However, I found as my milk regulated and I started to leak less, these reusable bamboo breast pads were so incredible soft and comfortable to wear, I almost didn’t even notice them.

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Source: Target

3. Nipple Cream

Please, please, please get yourself some nipple cream and pack it in your hospital bag. Sometimes it takes your baby a few goes to latch correctly, which can cause some major nipple soreness for you. Lather this on like crazy after each feed, especially during those first few weeks. I personally prefer a natural brand as I don’t want to be worrying about what my new baby might be ingesting along with their breastmilk.

Find all your baby needs at Target!

Source: Amazon

4. Nipple Shield

Some gun-ho breastfeeding mamas will tell you to stay far away from one of these bad boys. Well, personally, this little guy is what saved my breastfeeding relationship, and my nipples. If you are not sure if you need one, or if it’s working correctly, definitely reach out to a lactation consultant either during your hospital or once you are home. Sometimes babies just need a little help learning to latch, or your nipples need a break and a chance to heal and this can help.

Source: Target

5. Gel Pads

Because engorgement and clogged ducts are real people. Do yourself a favor and grab some of these and stash them, in your freezer. The bonus, is they can also we warmed to help stimulate milk supply.

Find all your nursing needs at Target!

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Source: Amazon

6. Mother’s Milk Tea

While your certainly don’t need to mess with your supply right off the bat, it’s nice to have something to help give you a little boost if you see a dip in your supply later on. This tea can come in really handy for mamas who are struggling with producing enough milk for their little ones.

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I'm a British gal and mama to one sweet daughter. I love a good DIY project, interior design and photography. When I'm not writing for Life As Mama, I'm traveling as much as I can with my little family and filling up my camera roll with snapshots of our life.
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12 Things To Pack In Your Diaper Bag

by Ellice Vargas August 23, 2016
written by Ellice Vargas

Packing your diaper bag can be kinda overwhelming as a new mom, especially when venturing out of the house alone with your brand new babe seems a like a feat all by itself. As I get ready for my own little one on the way, I started thinking about all the must have’s I’ll need to start carrying around again. Check out this handy list of some of my personal must haves for your diaper bag.

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Source: Target

1. Diapers

Well, of course this is a must, but I had to include it. I always pack plenty of diapers because in those newborn days you just don’t know how quickly they are going to be blowing through them. I even keep an extra stash in the car for emergencies.

Check out all the cute diapers patterns by Honest at Target.com

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2. Wipes

This one is a no-brainer too, but not just for wiping little baby butts. These handy things will soon become your best friends. They help clean spit up and other no-so determinable stains off your clothes, mop up spills, wipe down tables and anything else you can possibly use them for. Say hello to your new best friend.

Check out more baby products at walmart.com

 

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Source: Target

3. Hand Sanitizer

While I am not particularly a germ freak, I always carry a bottle of hand sanitizer around. It’s started when my daughter was a newborn and I used it constantly. For me it’s an absolutely must have and I use it practically every time I’m out.

Head over to Target.com for more Honest baby products.

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