20 Things You Actually Need For A Newborn Baby And Postpartum Care

These are 20 things that I couldn't have lived without during the first few weeks of having a newborn baby and for my postpartum care. Some of this is a little TMI but I wanted to keep things real and be the most helpful I can be! I found these items to be some of the most essential during my postpartum recovery and for learning to care for my newborn baby girl. These are some of the things I wish I knew when I was about to be a first time mom. There are so many options out there for a new mom and I spent a lot of time to go through the things I feel you actually need.

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0:00 Intro
1:30 Baby Stuff
1:39 Snuggle Me Pillow
2:35 Pajamas
3:45 Socks
4:44 Changing Mat
6:08 Night Light
7:36 Nail File
8:55 Portable Sound Machine
9:44 DockATot
11:08 Postpartum
12:03 Pads
12:40 Cooling Pads
13:24 Ice Packs
13:52 Peri Bottle
14:20 Disposable Underwear
14:47 Breastfeeding
15:56 Nipple Butter
16:36 Nipple Shields
17:48 Nursing Bra
18:18 High-Waisted Underwear
19:07 Sleep Shirt
19:50 Robe
20:44 Lip Balm
21:16 Water Bottle
22:03 Closing

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[Lalena_da]

the nice thing about the mommy and parent community is you don't really have to say tmi! we're here to learn and ts nice to have someone talk about these things! Thank you!

[datalore]

I feel like if people are going to be offended by birth TMI like nipple creams or w/e, they probably are not ready for kids.

[auntchippy]

As an auntie not having children, I'll be coming back to your channel over and over again. Thank you for this, I'm always trying to look out for mom's self care and mental health. And I want to be supportive of moms before and after the baby is here. And thank you for the things that I can put in care packages! By watching this, I can give my cousins who are moms/future moms the breaks they need when I'm called to. There's no manual when it comes to being a parent, and this is the closest thing to it, thank you! I really wish I had your videos in my early 20's when I first started being an auntie, because I wasn't sure how to help. With your videos by my side, I can just look and find the answers I'm looking for.

[lilfloosh]

I appreciate how there’s not a million things listed here, often times that gets overwhelming but this video was very informative and calming! 🥰

[reinab]

I don’t understand all the harsh comments. I found your video very helpful. I think you have a soothing voice. Thank you! ❤

[Erika_Kelly_Apparel]

🥰 just started watching.. the first thing I did when I really realized I wanted a baby was buy those tiny socks ☺️

[stephaniegraham]

My baby girl is 1 month old today. My 2 cousins are due within the next 2 months, so I've been taking notes for them. 100 percent agree on all of this, especially the changing pads! I suggest getting multiple. Seems excessive, but they're so convenient. We have a few of them, a couple for each area we spend a lot of time, like the couch downstairs and the bed upstairs (honestly haven't used the changing station in the nursery once). also, what's been very useful is having diaper carriers stocked (diapers, diaper cream, wipes, a couple clean onesies) along side the changing pads. <3

[lindsihamel]

This was beyond helpful and calmed a lot of my anxieties on what baby and I will need come Aug! Thank you for taking the time to make it!

[darastahl]

Bought almost everything you suggested mostly for the mom section as I was so lost on what I really might need but want to be prepared for when I get home thank you for making this helpful video.

[rebadenman]

If you have the budget for it get a bidet toilet seat. One that will warm the water. Not having to mess with the peri bottle was really nice. I preferred the dermoplast to the tucks pads, but I know a lot of people use both.

[car]

Thank you for sharing this video! I've been watching so many newborn/postpartum videos just to make sure I have everything I need! Plus items that I didn't think would be helpful for our little girl (33 weeks pregnant yay!) The little socks you suggested look promising considering I'm going to have a winter baby!

[hannahwillams]

Obsessed with the aesthetic in your space

[erininmontana]

Ditto on the VAVA light! My older kids all wanted their own after they saw it and they get used frequently. Great for early morning reading time in winter, too.

Magnesium is the best stool softener option, honestly. It draws water into the bowls naturally. Safest option.

One thing I'd add is disposable or washable nursing pads. Lots.

[earlgreyknits]

Thanks for the video. Your suggestions are helpful. I birthed my first nearly 11 years ago and and am only now having my second so I feel as if I need to relearn everything. My only negative is that so much of what you’re suggesting is disposable. We only have one planet my fellow mama. We should try to keep it clean for our children and their children. I do still appreciate the video though. ❤

[moldyvoldy]

Just so everyone is aware the dock-a-tot and the snuggle me are not safe for sleep!

[nicolejohnson]

Very helpful video preparing for baby girl due in May! Thank you for sharing all these products and your thoughts. 😊

[biancapessoa]

Thank you so much! I am going to have my second baby, but still you gave so many good information! Thank you for sharing! ❤
I hope you have a great time with your baby! ❤️❤️

[ThreeMoogles]

The DockATot Deluxe+ is not considered safe by the CPSC and is no longer allowed to be sold within the US. You should consider updating this video to remove that recommendation.

[lizb.]

This was sooo helpful! Thank you and congratulations on your baby girl! 💕

[Fellizy]

Very informative video about what Mom's actually need thank you for being honest and sharing links! Good pregnancy and postpartum underwear and bras are so hard to find!