First Night Must Haves 🌙
Before anything else — make sure you have these ready for the first night home.
Muslin cloths — have them everywhere
Feeding supplies — breast or bottle, both ready
Diapers & wipes — always within reach
Easy on/off onesies or pjs — baby does not need cute uncomfortable outfits tonight
Swaddle — the right one makes all the difference
White noise machine — on all night
Night light — dim enough to not wake baby
Nursing chair — your comfort matters too
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Sleep
6 picks
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Nursery Night Light — Silicone Stepless Dimming
Must Have
"I use this with every single family I work with. Easy to carry, quick to turn on and off, bright enough for night feeds but dim enough to not wake baby fully."
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Caden Lane Receiving Swaddle Blanket
Must Have
"My favourite for the early days. The temperature regulating fabric is perfect for newborns and the designs are beautiful."
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Ollie Swaddle — Pediatrician Approved
Great Pick
"Perfect for fidgety babies — stays below the shoulder even with the most determined little escape artists."
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Hatch Rest & Rest+ Sound Machine
Sleep Essential
"A must have for my bedtime routines. Babies love the noise — it reminds them of the womb. App control means you can adjust without entering the room."
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Newton Baby Essential Bassinet
Sleep Essential
"Perfect for next to you and easy night feeds. Safe with room to grow and allows you to tend to baby when they are close by. Ultra-breathable mattress for peace of mind."
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Nanit Smart Baby Monitor
Must Have
"A must have — great view of baby, temperature monitoring and so easy to use from your phone. Gives you peace of mind from wherever you are in the house."
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Feeding & Pumping
17 picks
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Comfy Cubs Muslin Burp Cloths
Must Have
"You can never have enough muslin. Perfect size, come in lots of colours — great for having all around the house."
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Collapsible Draining Basin for Bottles
Organisation Essential
"A must have for keeping bottles and pump parts separate. Love that it drains and it's a great size for a busy kitchen counter."
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Haakaa Silicone Breast Milk Collector
Breastfeeding Essential
"Great for breastfeeding moms — lightweight, easy to wash and great suction so you can collect letdown while feeding on the other side."
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Maymom Backflow Protectors — Spectra Parts
Pumping Essential
"If you're pumping, you need to change your parts regularly. These are essential for keeping your pump hygienic and working properly."
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Spectra S1 Plus Breast Pump
Top Pick
"Love the Spectra for ease of use. Worth investing in a hospital grade pump for exclusive pumpers — they are coming out with an incredible option."
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Matyz Glass Breast Milk Storage Containers
Glass Over Plastic
"I love glass over plastic to reduce microplastics — especially for containers you repeatedly heat up. Worth the switch."
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Dapple Baby Bottle & Dish Soap
Clean Pick
"A great fragrance-free, sulfate-free option for washing bottles and pump parts. Gentle, hypoallergenic and effective."
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Dr. Brown's Silicone Bottle Brush with Stand
Hygiene Pick
"Silicone over sponge every time — sponge brushes harbour bacteria. This one has a stand and cleans brilliantly."
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Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro
Worth Every Penny
"YES — I love this. It cleans and sanitises for you and doubles as storage. It has saved me so much time on overnight shifts. A very well used baby product."
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Momcozy Bottle Warmer with Night Light
Night Feed Essential
"The night light and ease of use make this perfect for those 3am feeds. Warms accurately without destroying nutrients."
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Reusable Breast Pads with Wash Bag
Feeding Essential
"Perfect for everyday use — soft, absorbent and the wash bag makes keeping them clean so easy. A sustainable and practical must have."
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Breast Massager with Heat
Pumping Essential
"Curved, small and heats as it massages — perfect for first time moms. Helps with letdown, blocked ducts and engorgement. A game changer for pumping mamas."
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Pumping Spray — Organic
Pumping Essential
"Perfect for use with your pump — organic, safe for mom and baby. Easy mess-free spray application. Makes pumping more comfortable and efficient."
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Nursing Bra
Comfort Essential
"Comfortable, supportive and easy to use for breastfeeding and pumping. A well fitting nursing bra makes a real difference to your comfort in those early weeks."
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Spectra Flanges & Duckbill Valves — Get Measured!
Must Have for Pumping
"The 24mm that comes with your pump is probably not your size. Getting the right flange size can make a huge difference to your output and comfort. Get measured — it matters."
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Nipple Cream — Earth Mama
Breastfeeding Essential
"I love this brand, I trust it completely and your nipples will thank you. Apply after every feed in those first weeks — your future self will be grateful."
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Bath Time
5 picks
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Momcozy Hooded Baby Towel
Must Have
"A must have — you need to cover their head quickly after a bath. Keeps baby warm and cosy while you dry and dress them."
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Tubby Todd Baby Bundle
Clean Beauty Pick
"I love these products — clean, safe for baby's skin and they smell incredible. Perfect for building a bath routine from day one."
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Angelcare Baby Bath Support
Great for Newborns
"A great bath seat for newborns — supports them safely and comfortably, and great value. Makes bath time so much easier."
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Lalo Bathtime Starter Kit
Splurge Pick
"I love Lalo products — great faucet cover to make bath time safe. Beautiful design and worth it if you want to invest in quality."
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Floating Bath Thermometer
Safety Essential
"A must have — it's a big anxiety for new parents. This reassures them the temperature is right every single time. 98–100°F is the sweet spot."
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Baby Care & Health
6 picks
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Frida Baby Rectal Thermometer
Must Have
"Rectal is the most accurate for newborns — fevers in babies matter and this is the gold standard. Every family needs one."
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Forehead Infrared Thermometer
As Baby Grows
"Perfect for when baby grows — touchless, easy to use and gives a quick reading without disturbing a sleeping baby."
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Frida Baby NailFrida Electric File
No Cut Skin
"Buffers are a much safer alternative to clippers. Helps nervous and anxious parents trim nails without the fear of cutting skin. A must."
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Mylicon Infant Gas Drops
Comfort Essential
"A must have alongside infant massage and positional support. Babies take in a lot of milk volume and need support to be comfortable."
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WaterWipes Sensitive Baby Wipes
Newborn Essential
"The purest wipes available — 99.9% water. Perfect for newborn skin in those first weeks before you transition to regular wipes."
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Earth Mama Diaper Balm
Clean Pick
"EWG Verified, petroleum-free, organic calendula and shea butter. Clean products protecting baby's gentle skin. Highly rated for good reason."
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Development & Play
4 picks
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Baby's Black & White Contrast Book
Development Essential
"Great for baby's development and eyesight during those little wake windows. High contrast images build brain connections from day one."
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Tummy Time High Contrast Book
Tummy Time Pick
"High contrast images designed for tummy time — gives baby something engaging to look at and encourages head lifting."
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Montessori Double-Sided Tummy Time Mirror
Tummy Time Essential
"Doubles as a holder for books and contrast cards. Babies are fascinated by their own reflection — makes tummy time much more engaging."
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Lovevery Play Mat
Splurge Pick
"Grows with stages — beautiful design and thoughtfully created for development. I love Lovevery. Worth the investment if you can."
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C-Section Recovery
5 picks
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Orthopedic Wedge Pillow
C-Section Essential
"Perfect to support your position in bed and be gentle on your scar. Can also aid feeding and make you more comfortable during recovery."
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Magnetic Grabber/Reacher Tool
C-Section Essential
"Don't bend over — use the grabber. Makes it so much easier to heal your scar when you're not constantly pulling on it reaching for things."
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Traditional Medicinals Peppermint Tea
Post Surgery Essential
"Great for wind and gas pain after surgery. Gas can present as shoulder pain post C-section — peppermint tea helps move it. A little known but very effective tip."
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Bed Rail for Post-Surgery Support
C-Section Essential
"Gives you the support to climb out of bed without pulling on your scar or using your stomach muscles. Game changing in those first days."
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Frida Mom Postpartum Belly Band
Recovery Support
"Helps you feel supported when moving in those early recovery days. Compression around the abdomen makes every step feel more manageable."
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Gear & Organisation
17 picks
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Portable Stroller Fan
Summer Must Have
"A summer must have. Clips on to anything and keeps baby cool on warm days. Rechargeable and pinch-proof so safe around little ones."
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Portable Diaper Caddy Organiser
Organisation Essential
"Great design, portable and so useful to have all essentials around the house. Also great for mom's snacks and drinks — we all need both!"
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BabyBjörn Bouncer Bliss
Splurge Pick
"A must have to set baby down safely. Beautiful design, comfortable from newborn to toddler — this one genuinely grows with your family."
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OXO Tot Expandable Bottle Drying Rack
Organisation Pick
"Everyone loves the grass drying rack — I do not. I love different areas to dry and this is so much easier to clean. Expandable and practical."
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Skip Hop Wipe-Clean Contoured Changing Pad
Changing Essential
"Great contoured shape that keeps baby secure and so easy to wipe clean. A practical essential for the changing station."
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Biloban Waterproof Bassinet Pad
Smart Pick
"Great for under the bassinet to help with bedding changes and keeping things dry. Use the double sheet trick — pull the top layer and you're back to sleep in seconds."
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Ergobaby Carrier with Easy Snug Newborn Insert
Carrier Must Have
"So comfortable and easy to use. I have worn both my girls in this — including flying from England to the USA. An absolute lifesaver in the airport and beyond."
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Solly Baby Lightweight Wrap
Newborn Days Essential
"The best wrap for the newborn days. Lightweight, hands-free and keeps baby close while you move around. Perfect for those early weeks when baby just wants to be held."
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Stackable Bottle & Pump Parts Organiser
Organisation Essential
"The best for organising bottles and nipples — perfect space for everything and looks clean on the countertop. Clutter makes me anxious and this solves that completely."
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Little Sleepies Bamboo Zippy Pajamas
Pjs Must Have
"The softest bamboo pjs — easy to put on, breathable and baby looks and feels amazing. Full zip, built in mittens and perfect for sensitive newborn skin. My absolute favourite."
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