1. Bio Oil
I loved it during my pregnancy and I still love it. When my stomach was going back to normal, I developed some stretch marks. The bio oil has really reduced the visibility of them and I hope that continued use will make them disappear.
This stuff is amazing. Its an all natural spray that really helps with swelling down there after giving birth. I went through two bottles of this stuff and still use it. It immediately gives me relief and I love that its all natural.
3. Sweatpants
I mean what new mom doesn't live in sweatpants the first few days weeks. I bought a new pair from target but mainly I've been living in my lounge pants. I have broken out my jeans but my hips are still a bit too large for them still.
I thought I would hate these reusable breast pads but I was sorely mistaken. They are so soft and although I mainly use disposable during the day, I love them at night.
5. Homemade Nipple Cream/ Lanolin
Lanolin is the usual go to for sore nipple relief for breastfeeding moms and I totally agree with its healing powers. Lately though it hasn't been enough. My sister-in-law gave me a tip about a homemade concoction and its my new favorite when you need something a bit more "heavy duty". Its basically an equal parts hydrocortisone cream, antifungal cream and antibiotic ointment. It has given me SO MUCH relief.
6. Boppy Pillow
I don't know what I would do without this thing. I guess I would have really sore arms. I've gotten to the point where most times I just rest her on the pillow while she nurses. This way I have one or both arms free to do other things.
7. Water Bottle
I am still dragging this thing everywhere I go. I'm trying to think of it as when she drinks I drink. My water intake has definitely decreased with her birth just because I am so busy but I know to keep up my supply I need to keep drinking.
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