The postpartum recovery process is something I wasn’t quite prepared for and if there is anything that can make the recovery any faster and/or easier, it’s these products I’ve listed below. That first week (or month) after delivering is SO tough and if I could go back, I would make sure these items were ready to go upon arriving home from the hospital; anything to make the postpartum recovery as smooth, easy and pain free as possible!
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HOSPITAL BAG CHECKLIST
Below is a list of everything I packed and ended up using for myself + baby! For me: Button-up pajama top/pants set– I wore these while pregnant and every day at the hospital after delivering. So comfortable! I have also linked the same pair but the short sleeve/shorts set. Nightgown– the most comfortable item I purchased during pregnancy, especially during those last few months when last thing you want to wear is pants. Robe– it was so nice to have my own robe after showering at the hospital Long fuzzy socks Slippers Nursing bras– I love these! Great for breastfeeding while in the hospital Nipple cream– just keeping it real!…
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CLEAN + NONTOXIC SKINCARE PRODUCTS
Since becoming pregnant and having Jack, I have really wanted to make sure the skincare products I am using are non toxic + cruelty free. Most of the products I was using before pregnancy were considered “safe” with the exception of my facewash and toner; a few of the ingredients listed were not clinically proven to be “pregnancy safe.” I decided to try a few safer skincare products and while there are so many out there to choose from, I wanted to find something affordable and easily accessible at multiple stores. I have heard wonderful things about Indie Lee and thought I would try the travel kit first just in…
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I’M PREGNANT!
The news is finally out — I’M PREGNANT! I am so excited to share this exciting time and I feel so incredibly lucky to be able to experience this feeling. Before I go into more detail on our pregnancy journey, I wanted to say that for any of you who are trying to conceive or those who are struggling, I am praying for you. My heart goes out to you and your significant other and for anyone who has suffered the loss of a child, you are in my thoughts and prayers. John and I have always wanted children. We have been together for 9 years and celebrated our third…
