With a new baby on board, life can get more than a little chaotic. Between the lack of sleep and endless supply of bodily fluids, it’s a good thing they’re cute, amitrite? Just remember to breathe—those Lamaze classes come in handy way past labor. You’ve got this! All you need are the right resources—like this guide by certified postpartum doula Wendy Quast. From bath time to nap time, Quast’s guide reflects her mission to help new mothers each day with the products that have made it easier to provide for and nurture a newborn.
... moreDo you need a safe space to place your baby when you need to get a few things done? The Babybjorn bouncer is a safe, ergonomic seat that moves in response to your baby’s movements. The seat molds to the frame of your baby to support the head and neck. You can remove the fabric for cleaning and if you need to store it, it folds flat. When your baby outgrows it, it can be reversed to become a chair.
Made with shea butter, coconut, and cucumber oil, this diaper cream is, hands down, a big recommendation of mine to my clients. With a light scent of lavender, chamomile, sweet orange, and geranium, this cream provides an all natural alternative for babies with sensitive skin and diaper rashes.
This is a MUST HAVE product for any new parents. With two different sizes (The Deluxe + for 0-8 months and The Grand for 9-36 months), this baby lounger can be used for so many purposes. Baby can lounge safely and comfortable, get their diaper changed, and play (with additional attachments you can purchase). Being able to move it throughout your home, or bring during travel is a plus!
This is an amazing foldable "tub" for your new baby. This no slip tub hangs flat, it does not absorb water, folds easily, and fits most sinks. It provides a more comfortable bath experience for baby. It is mold and mildew resistant and BPA, Phthalate, latex, and lead free.
This device is amazing for trimming the nails of babies/children. It's extremely quiet, and does an amazing job without the fear of cutting the nail too close or breaking the skin. There is an LED light for when you need to sneak a nail trim in during sleep!! This makes an amazing baby shower gift for the mother-to-be!
The teething egg is a game changer for parents of teething babies. You can buy this product with multiple attachments such as lanyards or grippie sticks, and the design provides full coverage of both top and bottom gums while being wide enough in the center to prevent choking. It is suitable for single hand use and has a rattle inside for added stimulation.
This high chair is a game changer. It folds down for easy storage or travel. It has moisture wicking lux fabric for handling everyday spills, the removable tray is translucent and is 100% dishwasher safe, and it has a 5-point harness to keeps kiddos safe & secure. It's only 13lbs so easy to transport.
If your baby enjoys self soothing with their hands, but you still want them swaddled, this is the right product for you. This zip up swaddle allows your baby to sleep with their arms up, but still be able to self soothe (and not scratch themselves in the process). There is a two way zipper that allows for easy diaper changes without having to remove the whole swaddle. There is extra room around the hip area as well to allow for baby to move their legs freely while still being in a swaddle of sorts.
This mini pacifier sterilizer from Munchkin is amazing for those on the go! It clips to your diaper bag or stroller or baby carrier, or really anything! Should baby's pacifier drop, just pop it in this sterilizer and within 1 minute, 99.99% of the germs will be killed with UV light.
This bottle sterilizer can hold up to 8 baby bottles and a tray for bottle and pump parts. With an LCD control panel that lets you choose from 4 different functions, this sterilizer kills 99.9% of germs. The dryer comes with a HEPA filter and uses clean air to maximize the sterilization.
This stroller grows with your child! It comes with a bassinet for your newborn and is a full size reversible reclining seat for when baby transitions out of bassinet. The storage underneath is spacious and the handlebar adjusts to accommodate height. You can buy a rumble seat and ride along attachments for older children, bringing the total to three children this stroller can accommodate at one time. Also compatible with the MESA Infant Car Seat with no need for adapters.
Tight on space? Traveling and baby is sleeping in pack n play? Kids share a room? All of these can be remedied by using the SlumberPod! This privacy pod is so incredibly easy to set up, and it creates not only a dark environment for your baby, but privacy as well. The SlumberPod encloses over your travel crib, mini crib or even some toddler cots. The fabric is breathable and light blocking to help keep your little one asleep. It has ventilation windows and and even a pocket for baby monitor or sound machine! One of the best parts...it folds down to 17 inches by 5 inches by 6 inches for storing or travel.