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New Mom Series: Infant Bathing

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Warning: the images in this post may cause cuteness overload. 🙂

Welcome to Gugu Guru’s New Mom Series, where we provide helpful information for new and expecting moms about preparing and registering for baby.  For this Safe Infant Bathing feature, we have partnered up with mama Krista Horton, 4moms, Little Giraffe, and Babyganics.

Tip: When your baby is brand new, most experts recommend that you stick with sponge baths for a few weeks, or at least until their umbilical cord stump falls off. Your newborn won’t need a sponge bath every day; two or three times per week is fine. This is because your little one can lose body heat very quickly.  Using a warm washcloth (you don’t really even need soap for the early days), just give baby a quick once-over and then snuggle them in a cozy towel.

Krista Horton’s 3 month old daughter is ready to start bathing in an infant tub. The first step? Reading up on Bathtime Safety!

New Mom Series: Infant Bathing

Baby Bathing Tips:

  • Collect all bathing materials before starting the bath.
  • Typically the water temperature for baby should be 90-100 degrees.
  • Never lift the tub or seat with baby in it.
  • No water should be in adult tub or sink.
  • Keep adult drain open when using baby tub.
  • Bath seats should only be used with child who can sit unassisted.
  • Ignore distractions – never leave your child unattended.

New Mom Series: Infant Bathing Safety

Based on her lifestyle and budget, Gugu Guru recommended the 4Moms Infant Tub, for Krista’s registry.  The 4Moms Infant Tub, may be a Gugu Guru best match for you if: you live in a house (i.e., more space), your budget is “middle of the road” and you like a modern aesthetic .

In Krista’s words:
“This tub does all the dirty work for you. I love that it monitors the temperature for you and beeps if the water is too hot. I also love how it filters out the water during the bath so my baby could have warm, fresh water the entire bath!”

New Mom Series: Safe Infant Bathing

For baby’s personal care, Gugu Guru recommends Babyganics Baby-Safe Hero Essentials Gift Set. The set has a variety of essentials for bathing, including necessities like: Moisturizing Daily Lotion, Baby Bubble Bath, Foaming Baby Shampoo and Body Wash – all in a delicious Chamomile Verbena scent. Gugu Guru recommends Babyganics across all registries because of the brand’s affordability and totally responsible and safe formulations.

In Krista’s words:
“I love that the Babyganics products are natural and gentle for my baby’s delicate skin and the fresh, chamomile scent!”

New Mom Series: Infant Bathtime Safety

For the bath towel, Gugu Guru recommended the softest and cutest towel to fit Krista’s budget and style — the Plush Hooded Baby Towel from Little Giraffe. Little Giraffe is known for its high-quality, super soft products and signature chenille textiles.

In Krista’s words:
“Cutest, softest little set! I love the material and the size was perfect because a lot of baby towels and washcloths are too small for my liking!”

New Mom Series: Safe Infant Bathing

Bathtime was completed with Babyganics’ Moisturizing Daily Lotion along with some kisses from mom. Squeaky clean…safely.

New Mom Series: Safe Infant Bathing

Featured in this week’s New Mom Series:

Krista: I am Krista Horton, 29 years old, married to my favorite guy and mama to Boston (2) and Kollyns (3 months). I am a stay at home mama and I wouldn’t have it any other way! I absolutely love being home with my babies and we love getting out and about and going on as many adventures as we can!

4moms: 4moms® is a consumer technology company that leverages robotics, technology and innovative design to disrupt and redefine existing industries. The company has transformed the baby gear industry with products like the 4moms origami®, the world’s only power-­‐folding stroller; the 4moms mamaRoo® infant seat that replicates the bouncing and swaying motions parents make when soothing their babies; and the 4moms breeze® playard that opens or closes in one simple step.

Little Giraffe:  Little Giraffe is known for creating top-of-the-line, luxury baby blankets and newborn essentials. All Little Giraffe products are made from the highest quality, softest textiles, and provide not only comfort, but soothe and calm baby for restful sleep.

Babyganics: When we started families of our own, we found we shared a “grown up” mission: to help parents like us create a baby-safe world. We’d do this by creating a world of products made to go wherever babies go (pretty much everywhere). Because exploring and discovering is a baby’s full time job. Our job—every parent’s job— is to make it safe for babies to do theirs. It’s the best way to make sure they fully develop and thrive.


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Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Safety Zone, Baby Showers, Baby Style, Gift Ideas, New Desgin, New Mom Series, Newborns, Safety Tagged With: baby, baby essentials, bathtime, newborn, registry, safety

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Best Registry Items for a Summer Baby

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Summer Baby Must Haves and Warm Weather Newborn Essentials

Calling all very-soon-to-be-moms and mamas entering their first summer with a baby! If you’re due to have a baby this summer, or you’ve recently delivered, then you’ll need some special baby gear and goods to make sure your little one is properly protected, safe and pampered during the warmer months. Overheating and sunburn are serious safety issues for summer babies, especially newborns. This is the season most of us savor. A new baby shouldn’t keep you from having a little fun this summer! Here are our picks for the best beat-the-heat and summer-ready items for moms of summer babies. Don’t forget to check out our ultimate list of what to put on your baby registry.

Infant Optics Baby Monitor | Gugu Guru

Summer Baby Must-Haves #1: The Baby Monitor

While baby is napping is the perfect time to get outside in the backyard or front porch and enjoy some of that fresh summer air. Just make sure you have a good baby monitor by your side. The Infant Optics DX-R Video Baby Monitor with Interchangeable Optical Lens takes baby watching to new high-tech heights. You can customize viewing angle and zoom, all remotely. Plus the sound-activated LED full color display and long-life battery guarantees you feel safe at all times when baby is snoozing in the other room.

Summer Baby Must-Haves #2: A Baby Sun Blanket

Pediatricians don’t recommended applying sunscreen to babies under 6 months old. So what’s a summer time mom to do? Wrap your little one up in the Green Sprouts Breathable Sun Blanket, which doubles as a car seat canopy. This super-soft protective blankie is OEKO-TEX® certified for your baby’s health and safety.

summer baby must haves Carter's Sleeveless Onesies

Summer Baby Must-Haves #3: Sleeveless Onesies

When the temperature rises, your baby is going to want nothing to do with some frilly outfit with complicated layers. Buy sleeveless onesies in bulk for summer time. Carter’s Sleeveless Onesies are classics. They’re durable, unisex, comfy and easy on the wallet. Plus your baby will look super-cute!

Summer Baby Must-Haves #4: Baby Sunglasses

Eye protection from the sun is no joke for any age (the delicate eye region is a common spot for skin cancer to develop). Keep baby’s eyes protected and reduce the glare of the sun with a pair of UV-protective shades made for babies. We love these sunglasses, which are made from flexible silicone, feature UV400 polarized, shatterproof lenses and a strap to keep them in place. Plus they’ll make baby look super-cool!

Summer Baby Must Haves #5: Baby Swim Clothes

It might some time before your baby actually does the breaststroke, but chances are you’ll still want to bring your little one to the beach or pool this summer. A swim diaper and sun hat is a must for any child during the summer. Plus you’ll also need a rash guard. We love anything and everything from Green Sprouts, including their awesome swim diapers, rash guards and sun-protective hats. Available in many adorable styles.

Summer Baby Must Haves #6: Outdoor Blanket

From picnics in the park to outdoor music festivals, chances are you’ll be spending loads of time sitting on the ground this summer. You’ll want something safe, water-resistant and durable to place baby on top of. Try the ultra-portable JJ Cole Outdoor Blanket.

 

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Mom Creator Curations: The Best Baby Travel Gear

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Although wild weather and snowstorms seem to be spreading throughout the country, spring travel really is around the corner. We have reached out to our network of mom creators to help us discuss their must-have travel products for baby. See what they had to say below and for extra credit, give them a follow!

Plane Travel with Baby: Comfort

Anytime you head to the airport with baby, there can be a great deal of unpredictability. Flight delays, nap disruptions, and the inability to ‘exit’ can add a layer of stress to any travel day. Our mom creators have so many suggestions for keeping your little one busy on the plane. Take a look!

Feeding schedules can be a logistical nightmare when you’re flying with your little one. If you’re bottle feeding, be sure to bring extra breastmilk or formula in case of delays. Also, load up a few extra bottles in case you aren’t able to clean your bottles as you would at home. We prefer Nanobebe’s Flexy silicone bottles (like Madison C.), which are lightweight and leakproof. Their wide base makes them a great choice for travel as they are much sturdier while filling on the go.

A great carrier will make travel day a cinch. Something that’s comfy to wear and easy to put on is always our go-to recommendation. We also love something that folds up small to take up barely any space in your carry-on (which we know is already filled with TONS of snacks). Check out the Ergobaby Embrace or the Baby Bjorn Mini. As an added bonus, these will double as a nursing cover if you’re breastfeeding on takeoff or landing.

Travel with Baby: Simplicity

Toys to help keep your little one busy are always a hit. Fat Brain Toy Company’s Squigz and Whirly Squigz are a favorite for Shannon W. “They are easy to stick to the window, tray table, or even your own forehead! They are easy to clean and don’t take up much space.”

If you are looking for that great travel stroller with baby, look no further! Doona’s all-in-one car seat/stroller makes travel a breeze. Chelsea A. agrees – “The Doona makes everything easier!” The wheels pop right out from the infant seat, meaning you no longer have to travel with a car seat AND a stroller.

Go-Be Sleeves are also a must when traveling with littles. Keep those germs at bay with the easy-to-use tray table cover. See what Cassy A. has to say about this travel essential.

Looking for a more traditional travel stroller? Take a look at our highlight of Lightweight Travel Strollers.

Destination Essentials

Whether you’re taking that cross-country flight or jumping into the car for your annual road trip, let’s talk about some necessities at your destination.

If your destination doesn’t include a safe place for baby to sleep, be sure to pack one. We love recommending playards. They fold up and can move with you on the go. Check out the options by Graco, 4moms and Guava Family. Expert tip – Pair with a Slumberpod to create a dark sleep environment even when you’re sleeping in the same room!

A stroller wagon (check out the newest lineup from Larktale!) can be a game-changer when you’re traveling with your baby. Most stroller wagons will give you great push or pull access and they will also double as great storage. When you’re going to be active during the day, a stroller wagon will always fit the bill.

Lastly, travel with baby isn’t complete without your play and entertainment items. First, your playard can easily transform from sleep to play throughout the day. Looking to recreate your playmat? Grab a swaddle blanket, some teethers and stuffed animals and you’ve got an on-the-go activity mat.

If all else fails, Shannon B. swears by the Busy Baby Mat while traveling with her little one. “I have a 2 year old daughter, we are out and about often which often includes a stop for lunch. I never leave the house without our BusyBaby Mat! The bottle leash was super helpful when she was taking a bottle, so she couldn’t throw it!”

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Filed Under: Car Seats, Gear, Strollers Tagged With: baby, baby essentials, newborn, registry, stroller, travel

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Allergen-Free Round Up

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It’s allergy season but for babies that can be year-round. Babies’ skin is sensitive and there’s nothing worse than when they’re having an allergic reaction to something not food-related and you can’t figure out the cause. That’s why allergen-free products are not only healthy for baby but put your mind at ease, too! Read on about some of our favorite products for your baby registry that are allergen-free and then enter to win them all:

Bambo Nature Diapers

Bambo Nature
Looking for an allergen-free and eco-friendly way to diaper your baby, but still want disposable diapers? Bambo Nature is the perfect answer. Made to fit your baby’s growing body, these diapers are free from chlorine, perfumes, optical brighteners and lotions, as well as phthalates, latex, and gluten. Bambo Nature diapers feature a breathable back-sheet, which ensures that the skin can breathe, keeping the skin drier and less prone to rash or infection. Bambo Nature also features hypoallergenic baby wipes and training pants for older toddlers.

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Lullaby Earth Breeze Mattress
Babies spend a lot of time sleeping (if you’re lucky!), so many parents are looking for allergen-free and healthy crib mattresses. Lullaby Earth Breeze mattresses are made without vinyl, PVC, and phthalates; they are also free of flame retardants, yet still pass all government flammability standards. In order to provide a waterproof barrier, Lullaby Earth uses food-grade polyethylene and does not contain any polyurethane foam, which is known to “off-gas,” and is not healthy for small babies. But, the best part of Lullaby Earth mattresses are that they are the only crib mattress to offer a breathable surface with a waterproof core; this means that they are completely allergy-friendly for even the most sensitive of babies.

Molly's Suds Starter Pack

Molly’s Suds
Started by a mom and nurse, Molly’s Suds features laundry powders, cloth diaper wash, and even dog shampoo – all of which are phthalate and fragrance-free, as well as aluminum free. Have a baby with super sensitive skin? You’re going to want to wash baby’s clothing and cloth diapers in Molly’s Suds. With their “no compromise” attitude, you can rest easy knowing that what your baby is wearing, swaddled in, and sleeping in all day long is washed with only healthy, non-toxic ingredients.


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“Smart” Registry Round-Up

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Technology is great… when it works! Here we are to discuss some of our favorite “smart” baby products for 2023 that will absolutely make your life with kiddos easy peasy! 

Nanit Discount

Smart Baby Monitors

Gone are the days of the audio-only baby monitors that many parents used to rely on. Now, parents want real-time information about their little ones to keep worries at bay. The newest monitors on the market are able to give you clear video while tracking things like breathing and sleep. They will alert you when your baby wakes up in the morning, your toddler rolls over in bed, or your big kid jumps out of bed to use the potty. 

Nanit offers a sleek smart camera with a variety of stand options. They track sleep history and analytics to provide parents with insight into sleep patterns. Pair with their Breathing Wear to keep an eye on baby from anywhere!

We also love the smart monitor by Miku. They have come up with a way to monitor your little one (including breathing) without any wearables. Like Nanit, they have two-way audio and you can check in from anywhere. 

Hatch Grow Changing Pad (and Rest Sound Machine)

The biggest worry parents have for their newborn is if he or she is gaining enough weight. Parents tend to track every feeding, diaper, and milestone. However, tracking weight is generally done only at the pediatrician. The Hatch Grow Changing Pad allows you to monitor baby’s weight between pediatrician appointments. While it’s not a replacement for doctor’s weight visits, it will help ease your mind.

Hatch has also secured their place in the smart bedtime routine. Hatch Rest has become a must-have accessory for many of our families, who love to pair the nightlight/sound machine with their smartphone. The Rest + has a laundry list of features, and will last well beyond the toddler stage!

Blueberry Pediatrics

We’ve been at this COVID lifestyle for more than 2 years. As you’ve parented throughout the Pandemic, you have most likely dealt with other illnesses – RSV, Flu, Strep, Ear Infections, Colds, the list goes on. Wouldn’t it be nice to be connected to a team of Pediatricians who were available 24/7, 365 days a year so you could avoid unnecessary trips to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care when your pediatrician’s office is unavailable? You can! Blueberry Pediatrics provides access to pediatricians around the clock. They can help check your child out and even call prescriptions into your pharmacy. No longer worry about your little one getting sick in the evening (or on vacation, like our kids always do!). Don’t take our word for it! See what Cassy – a mom of 3 who spends lots of time at the pediatrician, has to say.


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Filed Under: Baby Registry, Gift Ideas, Newborns, Sleep, Technology Tagged With: baby, baby essentials, gifts, newborn, registry, safety, technology

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Tips for Coping with RSV

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RSV season is upon us. For new parents, this can be scary. We surveyed our community of moms and collected our top tips for keeping your family healthy, and dealing with a case of RSV if it enters your home.

  1. Humidifier – Our #1 tip! Keep a humidifier running constantly. This will keep the air moist and help ease congestion and coughing. It’s important to choose a quality, easy-to-clean humidifier to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold. Our all-time favorite humidifiers are from Crane because they’re easy to fill, easy to clean, and so effective! This 4-in-1 Humidifer and this Top Fill Humidifier are our top picks.
  2. Boogie Stuff! – Saline Spray (or a Saline Spray Inhaler), Boogie Wipes, and a NoseFrida or NozeBot for suction are essential. With RSV, the body produces a lot of extra mucus. Since babies can’t blow their noses, the more you can help clear the congestion and mucus out of their system, the better!
  3. Ask your pediatrician what you can do for hydration at your baby’s age. Keeping baby hydrated when they aren’t eating or drinking normally can be tricky and is one of the more dangerous symptoms that comes with RSV.
  4. Keep a paper and pen next to the changing table to track wet diapers, or check out an app like Huckleberry or Cubtale to help make tracking easy!
  5. Menthol Rub – Bring comfort to baby by using a menthol rub on their chest, feet, and back. Just be careful to keep it covered so baby can’t touch it and get it in his or her eyes.
  6. Pediatric pulse ox – As parents, we worry. A pediatric pusle ox can keep your mind at peace that your child is getting all the oxygen they need. Plus, they’re cute for kids!
  7. Temperature Stickers – Another product to bring you peace of mind are these fun Fever-Bugz stickers that continuously monitor your child’s temperature for up to 48 hours, simply by placing it on the forehead.
  8. Sleep! – Day or night, sleep is vital for you and your little one when they are sick

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Filed Under: Health, Health & Wellness Tagged With: health, newborn, wellness

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Products We Love: Bonsie Baby

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Our army of parents is always here to spread the word about products they love. One brand we consistently receive rave reviews on is, Bonsie Baby. Making those early days of skin-to-skin time simple and easy, Bonsie Baby is a mom-founded brand with great clothing options for your little ones.

See what Rachel has to say about Bonsie Baby-

“Alright you guys, so I’m going to get emotional about this one. It was totally my favorite when Baldwin was born and now he’s a big… I remember emailing the company and saying, ‘Um, he’s outgrown them, can you make bigger sizes?’ Because I loved it so much.

Ok, so not only is it the softest fabric like ever, the patterns are super cute. They also have earth tones, which I’m a huge fan of if you guys know me, I’m like, the brown queen. Baldwin also had the stars, which I love. However, the real point of this is not only ease, right so they have the sack when you have a newborn, you don’t have to bother with right and left leg. But, easy in and out, but also mainly to promote skin-to-skin. And as a doula, as a lactation counselor, as a breastfeeding mom, I’m a huge fan.

And, what I love is they made this card [Boom!] to show you all the benefits. Skin-to-skin helps moms’ milk supply build, because it creates oxytocin. And it initiates breastfeeding, it helps baby cry less, it regulates their temperature and their heart rate. And it also really helps mom right, feel good as well. And it boosts brain development. So, we love skin-to-skin, and we also love a cute outfit. And we would really love a nap, but I’m being an influencer so we’re going to stop recording, happy shopping!”

Jocelyn, a NYC mom, is also a huge fan-

“Hey guys, it’s Jocelyn here, NYC mom to a 3-year-old and a (what are you now?) 11-12-week-old. This is Miles and today I wanted to review with you one of our favorite newborn outfits, by a brand called Bonsie. Bonsie was started by a fellow mom and I always love products by moms, because they know what we need. Ready for this? Skin-to-skin whenever you want it. And I love it!!

It was so nice when he was first born to be able to just open this up, keep him warm, but have that skin-to-skin contact. This one is a little small, it’s a newborn, so I need to order him the bigger size, but I wanted to be able to show you guys.

It’s made out of bamboo, so it’s been really soft the entire time. I washed it all the time and it kept up with softness. I would always say to my husband, ‘where’s the Bonsie onesie? That’s the one I want to put him in!’ And I actually just gave away most of his newborn gear, and this is the one item that I kept, because it has special memories because he wore it so often.

They have so many fun colors. I love the navy, because it goes with his eyes and I can’t say better things about this brand. Bye guys!”

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Filed Under: Apparel Tagged With: baby essentials, baby style, gifts, newborn

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The ESSENTIAL Nursing (or Pumping) Product

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Any guesses? We went back to our real moms who have to share the quintessential product to make nursing (or pumping) way more comfortable. No, it’s not a great pump, excellent bras, or nursing-friendly clothing – which are all things we love too. Instead, you have to have the best nipple around, by Earth Mama.

Erin’s review of Earth Mama’s Organic Nipple Butter

Erin: “I want to talk about a few mama products that I loved because I think we focus so much on baby, that we forget to take care of ourselves. And that’s so important. What I really loved early on was the Earth Mama Salve [I believe it’s a Nipple Balm] that you can use on cracked nipples. I also thought it was the best lip balm I’ve ever used in my life. I always kept it on my bedside table so that… in the beginning of my breastfeeding journey, we did have some latch issues, there was some cracking, there was a lot of discomfort, so I would apply that after feeding. It is safe to leave on, but it’s also the world’s best lip balm ever. I think I went through one little jar a month of it, I thought it was great.”

Lisa’s Review of Earth Mama’s Organic Nipple Butter

Lisa: “Hi, It’s Lisa from Gugu Guides. I had another recommendation I wanted to share with you today. It’s for Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter. This stuff in the little pink jar is amazing. I used it for all three of my nursing journeys and it’s a lifesaver. It is super moisturizing and not with a big perfumy smell. It just smells clean and honestly just like I would expect a nipple butter to smell. But there’s no super odorous perfume to it, which is one of the main reasons I love it. I also use this for a lip balm. If you have dry lips, it makes your lips feel super soft and moisturized. And then another side use for this product, that I found, is if you have dried or cracked heels, this works really great, just overnight. Put it on, put some socks on, go to bed, and wake up with much smoother, soft, moisturized feet. A multi-use product for you and I highly recommend it.”

We also love that the nipple butter comes in a vegan option for our plant-based families.

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Filed Under: Nursing & Feeding Tagged With: breastfeeding, ecofriendly, feeding, newborn, pumping

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Top 5 Must-Have Essentials: First Night Home With Baby

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What do you really need when bringing baby home from the hospital? Obviously, you won’t need your high chair, convertible car seat, or even the bulk of your little one’s clothing. But there are a few things that you’ll want to have on hand to make your transition to parenthood seamless for you and baby.

A Safe Place to Sleep + Swaddle

It’s easy to forget about setting up a safe place to sleep, as it’s both so obvious and necessary. We look to the AAP when discussing safe sleep recommendations, and follow the ABC’s of safe sleep.

A- Alone : Baby should sleep in his/her sleep environment on their own.
B- Back: Put baby down to sleep on his/her back.
C- Crib: On a firm, flat environment, like a crib (or bassinet/playard) without any extra blankets, stuffed animals, or bumpers.

Baby should also be swaddled tightly with a swaddle blanket or a wearable swaddle.

Easy Clothing Options

It is so hard to avoid buying clothes for your little one. But, the reality is that it’s best to hold off on purchasing too much. Once you know how your little one is growing, it’ll be easier to buy clothes for the right size and season. Stick with onesies and PJs that are easy to get on/off. Check out our full overview of Newborn Clothing here.

Diapers, Wipes, Ointment

Diapers, wipes, and ointment may seem obvious, but sometimes they’re the easiest items to forget. Stock up on one box of newborn diapers and a box of size one. While you may need to order more newborn diapers, all diaper sizing will overlap and you don’t want to end up with too many extras. One container of ointment is great for the start, but stock up on wipes. You will use them for years!

Feeding Supplies

Larken The Signature Tank

No matter how you are planning to feed your little one, you will want to be stocked with the right supplies. Like every other category, be careful not to overbuy. You won’t need breastmilk storage on day one, but you will want to have your nursing bras/tanks if breastfeeding. If you’re bottle-feeding, you may want to buy bottles in both small and large sizes. However, you really only need large bottles. You can always fill with a small amount of breastmilk or formula! And, make sure to purchase slow flow nipples if your large bottle doesn’t come with them. If you’re going to pump, plan on securing your breast pump before your little one arrives.

Postpartum Care for Mama

It’s easy to spend all of our time and energy putting together the necessities for our little ones, but don’t forget about yourself! You have just delivered a new baby (or possibly babies) and you will need to have some postpartum necessities to make yourself a bit more comfortable. Disposable Underwear, Perineal Spray (or Balm), and Organic Cotton Pads will make you feel just a bit closer to normal.

If you’re recovering from a C-Section, take a look at our Recovery Must-Haves.

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Postpartum Secrets: C-Section Recovery Must-Haves

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Hey, everyone! It’s Monica, founder of Gugu Guru.  I wanted to write the introduction to this post because I have had personal experience with an unexpected c-section. In my first pregnancy, I walked three miles almost every day. I couldn’t wait for the huffing and puffing of labor and read up daily on various books and articles covering what I could do during pregnancy to prepare for a smooth delivery.  Then when I went in for a regular check-up one day after my due date, the doctor realized that my son was in distress and I was rushed in for an emergency c-section. I was scared, I felt like I had failed somehow – all sorts of emotions. Unfortunately, sometimes things don’t go according to plan and we are forced to roll with it. If you’re reading this because you’re one of those moms who didn’t have it go to plan, I just wanted to say chin up, it’s going to be ok and here are some product suggestions that will hopefully help you recover more comfortably and quickly, while you soak up all the wonderfulness of new mommyhood.

xo Monica

C-Section Recovery Products I Wish I Knew About Sooner

Belly Bandit Luxe Belly Wrap - Nude

Belly Bandit Belly Wraps

There’s nothing more important for your c-section recovery than supportive, comfortable attire. Belly Bandit has you covered with this postpartum belly wrap. It will support weakened abdominal muscles and is fully adjustable to fit your changing size following your baby’s arrival. Aside from support, wrapping your belly and waist tightly after delivery can speed up recovery. It also provides added support to your lower back, a must-have product for the 4th trimester.

Kindred Bravely Underwear

After a c-section, finding comfortable underwear that doesn’t irritate your incision can be a challenge. Enter these high-waisted postpartum underwear from Kindred Bravely. The soft material is designed to smooth and sit above your c-section line, covering your post-baby belly without digging into your skin. Long gone are the hospital mesh panties or ugly granny panties, these are also made to hold postpartum maternity pads easily and comfortably.

Babymoov Mom & B Pillow

The compact Mom & B Pillow is the perfect pregnancy and maternity pillow combo. During pregnancy, it offers the perfect support for your hips and back. Postpartum, the pillow will support both you and baby as a feeding pillow, extra support when holding baby, and even aid in digestion when baby is laid elevated on the pillow.

TOP Organic Cotton Pads

After baby, things can be a little…messy. These 100% certified organic cotton pads offer superior leak protection, while still breathable and comfortable. TOP pads are available in Super and Regular to fit whatever absorbency level you need. They are free of plastic, toxins, chemicals, synthetics, fragrances and dyes. All the these you don’t want anywhere near “down there” postpartum. Plus, for every TOP purchase, the company donates period products to women and girls in need!

Larken X

No matter how you are feeding baby, a comfortable bra postpartum is a MUST. The Larken X bra provides barely-there support with no awkward holes, irritating elastic, or zippers. You can easily and discreetly nurse in it by pulling up both layers, or pump hands-free without ever having to undress or change bras. We promise you’ll want to live in it day and night (even beyond your postpartum and breastfeeding or pumping days).

Belly Bandit Mother Tucker® Leggings

Mother Tucker® Leggings utilize Belly Bandit’s compression technology to keep your postpartum tummy securely tucked and supported after your c-section. Designed with an ultra-high waist, these leggings provide complete coverage and the postpartum core support you crave. You won’t have to worry about digging into your incision as these “Mothers” provide support without a pinch. Belly Bandit’s Muffinology® Technology (is that not an amazing name?!) gives these leggings soft, breathable fabric that will smooth you from the waist down – helping you feel tucked-in and put-together postpartum.

There you have it! Six products we are sure will make your c-section recovery smoother, and a bit more comfortable. Be sure to check out our Ultimate Hospital Bag Packing List. It covers EVERYTHING you should bring so you won’t miss anything you’ll need for your delivery and hospital stay, no matter what your delivery looks like!

Check out more delivery posts:
C-Section Recovery Essentials with Sarah Stage
8 Postpartum Care Must-Haves for Mama
Expecting Multiples? Our Top Must-Haves
What to Put on Your Baby Registry

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