Must-Have Breastfeeding and Pumping Essentials for Moms
Hello Mommy,
Congratulations on the arrival of your baby!
There's truly nothing quite as heartwarming as cradling this little bundle of joy in your arms, cherishing those cuddles and sweet kisses... Those initial moments with a newborn are incredibly precious and breathtaking, and the first breastfeeding experience is equally exhilarating and beautiful, truly magical. But also, as someone who has experienced it firsthand, I understand that the early stages of breastfeeding can also be challenging and, unfortunately, uncomfortable and even painful.
A good breastfeeding consultation can be very helpful, especially at the beginning, because whether you are a new mom or holding your second or third baby in your arms, every breastfeeding journey is different, and a professional breastfeeding consultant's view of the breastfeeding situation can improve so much.
Moreover, there's an array of invaluable tools and aids designed to assist mothers on their breastfeeding journey. Below, I'm thrilled to share 15 must-have items that can significantly enhance your breastfeeding experience.
I am not a lactation consultant, but I hope I can give you some ideas from my experience to support your breastfeeding journey.
Nipple Savior: My Top Recommendation for Early Breastfeeding
There's a reason I highlighted these essential tools first—I can highly recommend them for the early weeks of breastfeeding. These invaluable aids work wonders in healing sore and cracked nipples quickly, are discreet to wear under clothing day and night, and provide protection against friction from clothing on sensitive nipples.
Find out more about this fantastic breastfeeding aid in my article:
Empowering Breastfeeding: Koala Babycare Silver Cups Story
Koala Babycare The Original Silver Nursing Cups - Nipple Shields for Nursing Newborn -Breastfeeding Essentials - Protect and Soothe
Size: Regular
Material Type: Trilaminate Silver
Promote Milk Flow and Alleviate Milk Stasis
These versatile aids offer a dual-action solution for breastfeeding challenges. The application of heat before breastfeeding not only promotes the opening of milk ducts, leading to improved milk flow, but also helps against milk stagnation by facilitating better flow. Conversely, after nursing, applying the pads cold can be beneficial, especially if you are prone to milk stasis. The cold temperature causes the milk ducts to contract, reducing milk flow and thus minimizing the risk of milk stagnation. With their ability to address various breastfeeding concerns, these helpers offer comprehensive support for nursing mothers.
Lansinoh Breast Therapy Packs with Soft Covers, Hot and Cold Breast Pads, Breastfeeding Essentials for Moms, 2 Pack
Size: 2 Count
Enjoy the Freedom of Cordless Pumping
Cordless pumping is truly revolutionary and offers unparalleled freedom and convenience. With compact electric breast pumps, you can move around freely without being tied to a bulky device with cables.
Disadvantages:
I refrained from going shopping or venturing out in public while wearing the pumps because they were too bulky and conspicuous under my shirt
Advantages:
Freedom to move
Multitasking convenience
Perfect at home, to open the door, use on the go in the car
Price performance
Momcozy Breast Pump S12 Pro Hands-Free, Wearable & Wireless Pump with Soft Double-Sealed Flange, 3 Modes & 9 Levels Double Electric Pump Portable, Smart Display, 24mm, 2 Pack
Color: Elegant White (Also available in Gradient Gray and Pink Orange.)
Size: Pack of 2
Quick and Easy Pumping On The Go
I have always enjoyed using the hand pump as a versatile on-the-go alternative because it doesn't require electricity to charge, it's lightweight in your handbag, and easy to clean.
haakaa Manual Breast Pump for Breastfeeding, Silicone, Clear 4oz/100ml
Size: 1 Count (Pack of 1)
Practical Milk Storage Bags
Breastmilk storage bags are very practical for storing or freezing expressed milk.
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 200 Count Value Pack, Easy to Use Milk Storage Bags for Breastfeeding, Presterilized, Hygienically Doubled-Sealed, for Refrigeration and Freezing
Size: 6 Ounce
Practical and Sustainable Milk Storage Bags
I recently discovered this sustainable storage option and it's really great, because once you no longer want to use it for milk, you can use it for other things like meal prep or snacks.
Nuliie 7 Pcs Silicone Breastmilk Storage Bags Reusable, 8oz/240ml Double Leak-Proof Breastmilk Freezer Bags, BPA Free Self-Standing Milk Bags for Breastfeeding, Baby Food Pouches
Color: Color (Also available in gray.)
Size: 7 Count
Ideal for Feeding Formula or Expressed Breast Milk
Lansinoh Anti-Colic Baby Bottles for Breastfeeding Babies, 5 Ounces, 3 Count, Includes 3 Slow Flow Nipples, Size S
Size: 5 Ounce, 3 Count
The Temperature Control Feature is Simply Ingenious
A milk warmer with a temperature setting is an ingenious thing and I can totally recommend it. We also utilize the appliance for sterilizing, keeping milk warm, and now also for warming baby food - it's simply brilliant and well worth the purchase.
Bottle Warmer, GROWNSY 8-in-1 Fast Baby Milk Warmer with Timer for Breastmilk or Formula, Accurate Temperature Control, with Defrost, Sterili-zing, Keep, Heat Baby Food Jars Function
Color: Gray
(Also available in blue and green.)
Gathering Precious Drops
The colostrum collector provides a convenient, plastic-free solution for collecting, storing, and feeding colostrum.
haakaa Colostrum Collector Kit Breast Milk Collector with Cotton Cloth Wipe and Storage Case, Ready-to-Use, Reusable, BPA Free, 4ml/6pcs
Pleasant Care for the Sensitive Breast Area
I generally prefer the silver cups, which I've highlighted first, but I still find nipple cream very pleasant for care when needed.
Motherlove Nipple Cream (1 oz) Organic Lanolin-Free Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding—Benefits Nursing & Pumping Moms
Size: 1 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Dependable Leak Protection: Reusable Nursing Pads
Reliable and discreet leakage protection that's worth investing in, as these washable nursing pads are reusable.
Organic Nursing Pads - 14 Washable Viscose Derived from Bamboo Breastfeeding Pads, Wash Bag, Reusable Breast Pads for Breastfeeding, Nipple Pads for Breastfeeding Essentials
Color: 14pk-Pastel Touch
(Available in various colors.)
These Reusable Milk Collectors are Amazing
These milk collectors offer a comfortable, discreet alternative to traditional nursing pads, passively collecting leakage without boosting the milk supply. Wearable day and night, it protects also sore nipples with soft silicone.
haakaa Ladybug Milk Collector Wearable Milk Collector Ladybug Breastmilk Collector Breastfeeding Milk Catchers Breast Milk Savers 2.5oz/75ml 2 PCS
Color: Clear
Size: 2 Count (Pack of 1)
Comfortable and Practical Nursing Bra
Designed for comfort under any attire, this bra facilitates effortless breastfeeding and convenient pumping whenever necessary.
Momcozy Hands Free Pumping Bra, Adjustable Breast-Pumps Holding and Nursing Bra, Pumping & Nursing Bra in One
Color: Beige
(Available in various colors.)
Optimal Comfort and Support for Nighttime Nursing
While suitable for both day and night wear, I find these nursing bras exceptionally comfortable for nighttime.
Caramel Cantina 4 Pack Nursing Maternity Women’s Sleep Comfort Bralette Bra
Color: Grey/Beige/White/Black
(Available in various colors.)
Enhanced Comfort for Mom and Baby
Nursing pillows are a breastfeeding essential for me, offering moms relaxation and versatility by supporting their arms and facilitating easy adjustments for the baby's position, making feeding sessions more comfortable and adaptable.
Boppy Nursing Pillow Original Support, Gray Taupe Leaves, Ergonomic Nursing Essentials for Bottle and Breastfeeding, Firm Fiber Fill, with Removable Nursing Pillow Cover, Machine Washable
Color: Gray Taupe Leaves
(Available in various colors.)
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