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11 Must Have Breastfeeding Essentials

September 27 2020      Ashley      20 Comments

I breastfed my daughter for 18 months and now that we have a newborn, I’m breastfeeding him as well. As natural as breastfeeding is I struggled for the first month of nursing with my daughter. From clogged milk ducts, to sleep depravation, hormone irregularities and discomfort, I experienced everything when breastfeeding my first born.

Once I learned the right way to nurse my daughter and also about products that could help me I became successful with breastfeeding her and now I use them with my son. I hope that this list can help someone else with their breastfeeding journey.

11 Must Have Breastfeeding Essentials

1. Nursing Pillow

My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow

This pillow helps to support your back, neck and arms while breastfeeding. It also helps to correctly your baby for nursing.

2. Nursing Bras

Kindred Bravely Nursing Bras

Nursing bras are a must have when you’re breastfeeding. They come in many different styles and you always want to make sure that whichever type you choose is comfortable.

3. Nursing Tanks

Nursing Tank Tops

I wear nursing tanks daily and I even sleep in them. They are so convenient because they have a flap that opens in the front, making it easy to access your breast and feed your baby.

4. Nursing Pads

Lansinoh Nursing Pads

Nursing pads help to absorb leakage and they come as disposables and also reusable pads that you can wash.

11 Must Have Breastfeeding Essentials

5. Nursing Cover

Milk Snob Cover

A multipurpose nursing cover is important. You can use it for nursing in public if you want and as a car seat cover. They provide shade, privacy and keep baby safe from the weather.

6. Nipple Balm

Honest Company Organic Nipple Balm

In my experience with breastfeeding, for the first couple of weeks I had cracked, raw & sore nipples. Nipple balm helps to soothe, nourish and relieve the irritation of painful and raw nipples from nursing.

7. Breast Pump

Spectra Baby Breast Pump

There are so many different types of pumps including: silicone, manual, electric and hands free. Most insurance companies will cover the cost of a breast pump, check with yours to see what they cover and offer. You can also rent a hospital grade pump from your local hospital.

I exclusively breastfeed but when my husband is up with our son at night he gives him a bottle, so I pump once a day. This helps me get the rest I need and also gives my hubby that bonding time with our son.

11 Must Have Breastfeeding Essentials

8. Mother’s Milk Tea

Mother’s Milk Herb Tea

I drank this tea after my first pregnancy and also my second and it helped to give a boost in my milk supply both times. With my infant son being almost 2 months old, along with lots of water daily, I still drink a cup of this tea at least 3 times a week to make sure that my breast milk supply doesn’t decrease.

9. Hot/Cold Therapy Nursing Packs

Lansinoh TheraPearl Breast Therapy Pack

These gel packs provide relief for engorgement, mastitis, clogged milk ducts and work with breast pumps to encourage let-down. They can be heated in the microwave or frozen for hot or cold relief.

10. Milk Storage Bags

Lansinoh Breast Milk Storage Bags

If you pump, these bags come in handy. They are perfect for storing and freezing milk, the double zipper keeps the bags from leaking, they are BPA/BPS free and you can label them to keep up with the date they were frozen.

11. Water Bottle

Contigo Insulated Water Bottle

When you’re breastfeeding it’s important to stay hydrated. Having a water bottle near you when you’re nursing is a good idea because once your baby starts feeding it’s hard to move around. Any kind of water bottle that is insulated is perfect because it keeps cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot.

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Hi, I'm Ashley! I'm a stay at home mom to my vibrant 2 year old daughter and infant son. My day to day life is filled with ups and down of motherhood. I hope that my shares can be an encouragement & inspiration to others.

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  1. Lourdes says

    September 28 2020 at 8:49 AM

    The organic nipple balm is something I would really recommend. When I breastfed the first time I did not realize how much my nipples would hurt 😫 these are all amazing tips!

    Reply
  2. Diana says

    September 28 2020 at 1:57 PM

    Nursing bras and robes were my must have when I was breastfeeding.

    Reply
  3. Samantha Laycock says

    September 28 2020 at 2:46 PM

    I didn’t breastfeed but a nursing pillow came in handy even when bottle feeding. Best thing ever!

    Reply
  4. Leah says

    September 29 2020 at 10:16 AM

    Thanks so much for this list. I wasn’t successful in breastfeeding my kids many years ago. I think part of that was not being properly prepared and having good support. I appreciate having this list so I know of helpful items to purchase for new moms who are breastfeeding. I love the tank tops!

    Reply
  5. Jasmine Hewitt says

    September 29 2020 at 10:55 AM

    We didnt use covers but a water bottle is a good essential!

    Reply
  6. Monica Simpson says

    September 29 2020 at 12:09 PM

    I could not survive without My Brest Friend pillow and Mother’s Milk Tea. I never got the hang on breast feeding without that pillow! It provided me and my babies so much comfort.

    Reply
  7. Forever Freckled Blog says

    September 29 2020 at 2:15 PM

    These products are perfect recommendations; I wish I knew about them before I started! Perfect list.

    Reply
  8. Kileen says

    September 29 2020 at 4:00 PM

    All of these are totally essential! I just wish I had these products sooner!

    Kileen
    cute & little

    Reply
  9. Krysten Quiles says

    September 30 2020 at 5:23 AM

    This is super helpful for anyone who plans on breastfeeding. I’ll be sure to share this post.

    Reply
  10. Sonia Seivwright says

    September 30 2020 at 9:42 AM

    These are great tips for new moms.

    Reply
  11. Knashz says

    September 30 2020 at 12:10 PM

    Interesting read! Not a mother, but these really do seem like essentials.

    Reply
  12. Lyosha says

    September 30 2020 at 1:46 PM

    I am not a mother yet but I plan on to this. this seams very useful to me for future

    Reply
  13. Kathy Kenny Ngo says

    September 30 2020 at 2:56 PM

    I’m pretty sure this would be on any breastfeeding moms bookmark. It’s complete and necessary for sanity.

    Reply
  14. Cheeia X. says

    September 30 2020 at 3:05 PM

    Yes! I breastfeed both of my daughters and the items you listed are absolutely must have!!!! My advice to add on to yours is really just make sure to get a good pump! Don’t just accept a cheap “free” one if you are truly looking to pump!

    Reply
  15. Iris Findlay says

    September 30 2020 at 3:55 PM

    I like the name of that Nursing Pillow. My “Brest” Friend LOL. Clever.

    Reply
  16. Kiwi says

    October 1 2020 at 3:42 AM

    Not a mom yet but i am definitely taking notes. I am so happy its so many more products for breastfeeding moms and encourages them to do it

    Reply
  17. Ambuj Saxena says

    October 1 2020 at 9:07 AM

    This is really helpful blog post for some of my MBA batchmates who have become mothers recently!

    Reply
  18. Monidipa Dutta says

    October 1 2020 at 11:26 AM

    I am not yet mom but I take a note of these, you never know!

    Reply
  19. Alexis says

    October 3 2020 at 7:59 AM

    I love this list! I used nearly all of these items when I breastfed my children.

    Reply
  20. Sarah says

    October 5 2020 at 10:23 AM

    All of these are definitely items that make breastfeeding more convenient.

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2 Diced Cherry Tomatoes⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⁣
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