Hey Mamas,
Everyone is always willing to throw baby must have items at you, but often times they forget to mention crucial details. They may mention you need a breast pump, but do they suggest certain brands that worked best for them? Here, I will give you pointers as to the real mom must haves.
1) Gripe Water
Your little one is fussy no matter all the techniques used to relieve gas and stomach discomfort and you are desperate for a solution, gripe water comes to the rescue. Gripe water is most commonly used to relieve babies' gas pains and indigestion, although it can also be a solution for colic and hiccups. My little one is constantly getting hiccups and a couple drops of gripe water ALWAYS does the trick. Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water is a gentle formula that quickly relieves discomfort. This pediatrician approved gripe water contains 100 percent vegan ingredients in addition to containing no alcohol or parabens, making it a safe option to relieve infant gas, colic, and hiccups.
2) Aquaphor
Your little one's skin is having trouble adjusting to the environment outside of the womb and you can't seem to find a remedy to relieve dry skin, give Aquaphor a try. Aquaphor is a pediatrician recommended skin care product used to quickly soothe your little one's skin. This ointment can be used to soothe several of your baby's skin irritations, such as dry skin, diaper rash, or minor scrapes and scratches. I noticed a huge relief of my little one's diaper rash and craddle cap after just ONE application of Aquaphor! Additionally, a little bit goes a long ways, so one tube or jar will last you forever!
3) Swing
Everyone will tell you that you need a swing, but they never give you recommendations. Picking out a reliable swing is one of the tougher decisions moms have, but we are here to give you some relief. Swings will be used to buy you some time to do dishes, get a load of laundry done, or even just to get something to eat. Swings that buy you extra time and may even lull your baby to sleep, are swings that give moms a little extra peace of mind. This is why I believe 4moms mamaRoo to be the best option. The mamaRoo offers five different swaying motions along with five different speeds, allowing for several different soothing options. Unlike other swings, the mamaRoo offers full recline to let your little one lie down and relax or sit up and play.
4) Stain Remover
As we all know, babies tend to have mishaps and blow outs happen. These diaper changes are never fun, but Dreft Stain Remover will give you a little piece of mind knowing that these stains will not stick around. Dreft has an enhanced cleaning formula that lifts the toughest stains out of your babies clothes and fabrics. See for yourself why moms everywhere recommend Dreft Stain Remover over any other infant stain remover.
5) Breast Pump
If you plan on nursing, chances are you will want a reliable breast pump especially if you plan on going back to work. Without hesitation I will say that personal double electric breast pumps are the way to go. These pumps allow you to empty both breasts at the same time, making pumping much faster than a single electric breast pump and much easier than a manual breast pump where you create the suction with your own hands. Personal breast pumps are also much cheaper than hospital grade electric breast pumps, which can cost $1,000. Pumping also allows mom to share feeding duty with their partner or family member, allowing mom to have a break and create bonding time with another adult.
6) Baby Carrier
Lugging your child around will become much easier with a baby carrier and your back and arms will thank you. Although, you will want to find a carrier that is comfortable, fits well, and has adjustable back and hip straps allowing you to distribute the weight evenly.
7) Rocker
If someone tells you, you can get away without having a rocker, it is a complete and utter lie. I would say I spend at least five hours a day sitting in my rocker whether I am nursing or rocking my baby to sleep. Let me tell you, it is much easier to rock a baby to sleep sitting in a rocker, than standing and swaying back and forth. When looking for a rocker, keep comfort and quality in mind. You want your rocker to be soft, supportive, and tall enough to rest your head, in addition to lasting through all of your babies.
8) Teething Toys
Eventually there will come a day when you will do absolutely anything to relieve your baby's teething pain. So let me introduce you to a leader in the teething industry, Sophie the Giraffe. She features two rings with different textures in order to suite all baby's preferences. Sophie is also made out of 100% natural rubber, which means she is 100% safe for your teething baby.
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