Recommended Products from My Journey

These antibacterial wipes are great for on the go. Keep them in your car, purse, stoller, or diaper bag. You will want to have these on circualtion. They are so helpful at keeping germs at bay. 

Use an AirTag to keep track of baby essentials. I attached AirTags to stollers, car seats, and diaper bags. We also use AirTags when we travel for anything checked, incase of lost baggage.  

Our automatic soap dispenser helps when toddlers are learning how to wash hands and for basic hygiene in the home. I recommend simplehuman as a reliable wellmade brand.

It's helpful to have an automatic water dispenser for pets when bending over isn't an option while on bedrest or in third trimester.

This product stays on 24/7 in our nursery. It doubles as a sound machine at night if turned on its highest level.

This is an easy to use infant nail trimming kit. I used the nail buffer dur infant stage to prevent accidental skin injuries.

I love this product. This light is easy for a toddler to use at night when sleep training, reading, or afraid of the dark. It's also marketed for breastfeeding light during the night. product dims with finger press.

This is our go to clean,no fuss hand sanitizer. We have it on reoocurring order and placed throughout the house with our foam hand despinser. Highly recommend having this next to your changing station and even at the front door for guests.

This back stretcher/roller helped me with extreme back pain pre and post birth. You may want to discuss with your doctor or physical therapist before using. 

These bambood dividers helpful to organize baby clothes in large dresser drawers. They are adjustable and help keep socks, shirts, pants, etc. separated.

Bellabu onsies are great for warm weather. The patterns are adorable and the fabric is SO soft. This brand is a neighborhood favorite.

We used Bubby Wash while our son was still in the NICU. It is approved for use in hospitals (check with yours first, if applicable). 

PED/RN- codeveloped to gently cleanse + moisturize your baby's delicate skin. Perfect for daily gentle cleansing, sensitive skin, + bath time bonding. It is third-party allergy + safety tested, with traceable, pure ingredients.

CERTI-PUR foam and OEKO-TEX Certified fabrics, this bumper is helpful if your little one is rolling off the bed. An easy under the sheet, no installation required, option.

If you're looking for a simple clean soap, safe for parents and baby. Look no further than Biokleen products. I've used this soap for over three years and haven't looked back. 

If you don't already have a slow cooker in your kitchen. It might be time t invest. It's helpful when cooking meals ahead for post recovery. The first time pregnancy cookbook also has several slow cook recipes.

This brand is simple to use and color coded for easy interpretation of results - Especially helpful when sleep deprived.

A well branded starter toothpaste, if you prefer fluoride free. Boka Fluoride Free Toothpaste Nano Hydroxyapatite, Helps Remineralize, Appropriate for Sensitive Teeth, Whitening - for Adult, Kids Oral Care - Watermelon Mint Flavor

A great cooler bag for school or travel includes ice pack that doubles sturdiness for keeping bottles in place. This bag includes room for up to six narrow bottles.

A simple small bag for two narrow bottles or one bottle with meal/snacks for school or on the go.

Our son refused to drink cold or luke warm milk. After much research this warmer was a clear winner. It traveled with us on the plane and to grandparents houses. It fits up to 8oz of water and you can control the exact temperature the water is heated to. Plus, once the bottle stage is over, you can continue use for coffee or tea on the go. 

This is an easy to install no fuss headrest mirror for car seat monitoring. We've used it in multiple vehicles and it has adapted well to various style headrests. 

I recommend using hair claws to help to keep hair out of the way and out of curious hands... Useful in the hospital and at home for years to come. They will save you time and effort, buy them.

Genexa was my choice over standard Tylenol. Less inactive ingredients, same protection. In my experience, my son seemed wired after using brands other than Genexa. 

Helpful silicone laundry agitators help clean cloth diapers in the wash and dryer cycles

We used extra cloth liners to prolong cloth diaper use. you can lay them ontop of the diper to protect from stains, or stuff inside interior pocket for extra comfort.

Nora's Nursery is our go to brand for grow with me adjustable cloth diapers. They come in newborn and grow with me all in one sizes. We're going on two years now and they work great as pullups too. 

The petite hanger labels make life easier for sorting and hanging baby clothes. Tags start at newborn and go up to twenty-four months.

These socks are helpful to keep circulation in check with on bedrest or in the hospital. Warning, you may need assistance getting them on!

Felina Women's Essential pre/post baby underwear are made of cotton for breathability, hypoallergenic qualities and reduced risk of irritation.

We loved these basic cotton pants for our son. Their shape was excellent at accomodating slightly bulkier cloth diapers.

Parade organic two way zipper onsies were our favorite dur 12-18months. They seemed slightly warmer than our bamboo pajamas for colder nights. This brand held up well to regular washes.

Happy Cappy cleared up our cradle cap within three washes. We had a mild case, and still have most of the bottle left. It did not seem to bother our son during use. I wish we would have purchased this sooner. A great baby shower gift item that first time Mom's may not initally think to have on hand. 

Helpful toy for babies who hate tummy time… when nothing else works! It moving fast, skitters sideways like a real crab, and plays fun sounds and music and lights up. It has sensors that reverse its direction when it nears an obstacle.

When starting daycare or school, having a cutom stamp with name and phone number is a time saver. Especially, if every piece of clothing is required to have your child name in it. Think of all those daily cloth diapers!

A beautifully design stand for use with the Design Dua Signature Bilia Bassinet. We used this with our son on day one of coming home from the hospital. It has the option of rocking or locking still. 

A beautiful handmade changing basket. We used this on top of our dresser and removed and used just the foam pad when our son outgrew the basket.

If your looking to switch household items to cleaner options, Blueland is a great choice. We use this daily in our home and love the small compact packaging.

Our sons favorite flatware. He preferred metal over any other material. This set is made of stainless steel and perfect for small hands.

These molds are the perfect size for babies when freezing formula or breastmilk into pops for sore teeth.

We use these for multiple items. They are basic no fuss food labels that pull easy on and off without sticky residue for meal prepping, school packs, or leftovers.

Postpartum Underwear, Disposable Boyshort Underwear tends to be softer option that what is provided in the hospital.

Liner ice packs are helpful for natural birth pain relief. Although I did not personally try these myself, many friends have found them helpful to have on hand post natural birth.

Witch Hazel has a cooling effect and is helpful for natural births in post perineal healing and pain relief.

Easy affordable bright red gate check bag for strollers and carseats. Flight attendants were impressed with these on multiple flights.

I used this extra long grabber when on bedrest. Great when mobility is limited at any stage.

Safe for use on luxury fabrics, Guardsman gets fabric spills and smells out of future and is helpful to have on hand with infants, toddlers, children, and pets are around.

This fan is helpful in hot weather or during hot flashes in the hospital. Its wireless and doubles as a phone charger.

Easy quality organic cotton onsies comes in a set and great for daycare/school/everyday when you don't want to worry about stains.

When little ones get sick, cold mist humidifiers are reccomended for helping relieve congestion. This is a high end mold resistant humidifier. I've gone through multiple brands and styles and Carepod has been the easiest to clean, preventing mold and buildup. 

This wooden play gym is helpful to keep infants stimulated while on their backs or during tummy time. It also helps with hand eye coordination as they grow.

Wipe are a great option for irritants and toddlers when seeking to affoid ingesting sprays. Essential oil bug repellent wipes

I made the switch from plastic to glass containers when trying to conceive proved difficult. I wanted to reduce my possible exposure to endocrine disruptors. 

This was a great option for cloth wipes on our nightstand. It comes with a anti-mold insert and also has a small light on the from of the warmer, which can be helpful for nighttime diaper changes.

A great clean option for school, This 100% cotton t-shirt pack is a no brainer.

This pillow assists with Lower Back Pain Relief during pregnancy. It fits and secures across most seat types.

My number one product recommendation! This heating pad helped me through prenatal back pain and post c-section temperature fluctuations.

Low cost, extremely soft, maternity dress. Easy to dress up or down. Very stretch-y and lightweight for cool months. 

Meliora is made from simple pure ingredients that safe for sensitive skin. I've tried multiple brands and have landed on this laundry detergent for our sons clothes.

Helpful if starting potty training early or enrolled in a montessori school. The Mini Potty is the shortest potty on the market, made for shorter, younger, smaller babies and toddlers who are doing elimination communication or early potty training.

Helpful Infant (0 to 1 year) resource guide for new parents interested in creating a Montessori learning environment and home. This book guides parents through the principles of Montessori to enhance their children's development and foster respectful relationships with their families and the world.

Helpful Child (3 to 12 years) resource guide for Montessori learning. This book guides parents through the principles of Montessori to enhance their children's development and foster respectful relationships with their families and the world.

Looking for a helpful "at their level" table and chair set for play or meal time? Take a look at this affordable option. I was happy with the quality of the wood. It does require installation.

Helpful Toddler (1 to 3 years) resource guide for Montessori learning. Turn your home into a Montessori home—and become a more mindful, attentive, and easygoing parent.

This is an affordable pregnancy legging that is seamless for pre and post natal periods.

Our grandmother loved these muslin drool bibs. Great for styling your little one but dubbles for snot, drool, and spitups. 

These are bug repellent stickers made with essential oils. Great if sprays concern you or lungs are high risk.

A breathable, washable mattresses for infants to help with optimal air flow. We chose a twin mattress for our son's floorbed. The crib size, however, fits all standard size cribs. 

An Inflatable-Free Baby Pool Float for bigger infants/toddlers. It also comes with sunglasses and a pup up sunshade.

If you baby is a fussy sleeper a kapok may be worth trying as a firm alternative to foam. It is made from fibers of a kapok tree.

Basic long organic cotton panty liners for helpful for postpartum bleeding

The Owlet allowed me to monitor our son's heart and oxygen rate post NICU discharge. This was a personal choice, and was not recommended by our nurse or doctors at the time. It may provide some mom's comfort, but others more stress. Please be mindful when purchasing and using this product, it may not be for everyone. However, for me it was peace of mind that helped me sleep.

These are the same pacifier used in our local children's hospital. Our son was very picky and would only use the same brand/style used by his NICU and Local ER. They are made of 100% Medical Grade, BPA Free Silicone.

These cloth diaper pail liners from Nora's Nursery help to transfer cloth diaper to laundry machine, touch free. Just turn them inside out and toss into laundry with cloth diapers. 

One of our sons favorite developmental toys. Going on strong for nearly a year now. This sorter is 2 puzzles in 1 with a “Grow with Me” function featuring 4 geometric blocks for shape recognition that little ones can quickly master & 4 character shaped blocks for story-time interaction and more advanced play.

Great for fidgety infants and toddlers! Bright colored pop tubes are easy to connect together, giving your little ones freedom to explore designs and applications of their own.

Helpful high chair attaches to most lip free tables and great if you like to visit restaurants regularly. also works on bar top kitchen islands at home.

This was suggested by my husband, and helpful to clear severe nasal congestion. It may take a two person team. One holding child and the other administering the saline water. Please consult doctor before use.

An easy lightweight pajama set that's great for breastfeeding and pump friendly. Would be a great option to add to your overnight or hospital bag.

This essential prenatal vitamin feels like a treat and doesn't cause nausea. I started using this vitamin before conceiving and continue to use it postnatal.

This stain remover is safe for sensitive skin. It has removed most stains ww've tested it against with no strong odors.

These were an impulse buy and turned out to be fun beeswax crayons- that smell sweet and are non-toxic.

Easy affordable quick dry shorts for rainy days at school. We purchased a set of these for everyday. They will keep your little ones dry.

Thse silicone infant teethers were a hit in the Nido/Infant rooms at our school. The only teether my son would use

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This is a basic  organic cotton panty liner, pre and postnatal friendly and comes in multiple styles. 

This is a cord free, plastic free, warming bottle with cover to reduce cramps or back pain support. Great for on the go or camping.

If you are conserned about eliminating plastics from your home, a rubber yoga mat may be your next swap. Manduka is an excellent brand and is thicker for extra knee protection.

SPANX this is a reliable shapewear style that works for pre and post baby use. Great for use under dresses.

I found this brand essential for extremely thin pre/post baby underwear. Seamless!

We tried many different spoon styles with our son, these were the clear winner. They have a longer handle and are helpful when first spoon feeding. They are made of food grade silicone.

Silk scrunchies help prevent additional hair loss. This brand is affordable and is made from mulberry silk. 

Don't forget to secure your sliding doors. This is easy to install, keeps sliding doors locked and in place.

Helpful Tripp Trapp High Chair accessory for added comfort for little ones

Some rear car windows shapes are challenging to fit standard sunshades. This solves your problem. It's design allows you to custom fit any car window. Also great to throw in your suitcase for travel. 

We love Ten Little shoes. This sandle is leighweight and waterproof for toddlers.

We love Ten Little sheos. This was our first walking shoes for our son. We loved that the footbed is removable to check for accurate sizing.

A fun light-up sonic toothbrush for toddler training, just like Mom and Dad.

BioGaia is a premium probiotic in drop form. It's been helpful for us to use this mixed in milk or food to boost immunity after taking antibiotics or starting school.

Sometimes it's hard to kickaround a regulation size soccer ball. This 6" ball help little ones learn to kick and throw and is small enough that we aren't conerned about indoor use.

A 3-in-1 toddler potty for training, complete with convertible splash guard.

This open cup has a top with two or three small holes, which help control the flow of water. It was recommended by our speech therapist when our son was learning how to use an open cup.

A great inexpensive travel baby monitor that doesn't require wifi to operate.

Our speech therapist reccomended this product to help strengthen our sons jaw for solid feeding.

This luxury highchair is worth every penny. We've used it since our son cam home from the hospital. The infant attaqchment is a lifesaver. Keeping baby at eye level and a back saving distance when doing tasks around the home. 

Basic car window shade for sun protection. Static-cling carshade protects your little ones from the sun's harmful UV rays with this set of two.

At home testing for vaginal health pre-post birth. Two tests in one; UTI test measures both Leukocytes and Nitrites.

Use this calligraphy paper for a fun paint-free mess using just water. Great for first time artists!

We use this bib daily with our toddler and just toss into the washer for quick clean up. It's affordable and perfect for catching all the food drops and spills.

This is an affordable, wearable breast pump that won't break the bank. At the time, is was quick to ship same day.

We love Welda products since they typcially include Calendula. This is a great diaper cream for sensitive skin

Nora's Nursery wet bags for cloth diaper storage, wet clothing, or school bags.

Turn your little one’s bath time into fun and let them get splashy with our squirting silicone baby toys. Our son used these as teething toys first before graduating to bath time toys as a toddler. 

This wooden baby walker was great for helping increase upper body strength by pulling up on the handle to stand. It's a bit heavy for first time walkers to use. Plastic walkers are easier to maneuver at first.

These are one of my favorite clothing purchases for our little one. The merino wool is super soft and holds up in all seasons.

Worth every penny. This became our go to sleep sack until our son was crawling.

This is a more affordable alternative to medline ready bath sheets. I highly reccomend you have one of the two packed in your hospital bag and or ready for you at home.

A yoga strap is a great tool for stretching when pregnant or on bedrest. It add length to your arms when there is little space to bend and move about.

This bag pairs with the gbPackit Stroller. I reccomend purchasing this along with the stroller at the same time. We thought we could use alternative bags at home. However, the unique size of the stroller proved difficult. Just add it to your cart. you want be sorry.

This stroller is worth every penny. We've had people stop us at the airport asking us the brand. The is the ultimate lightweight stroller that collapses down to fit in the overhead bin. It's also a great stroller for quick shopping runs to throw in the trunk of a small car for your toddler.

Spinner toys are great for keeping kids busy at the table or on the go. We love mushie brand for its bpa free styles.

At home pH testing for vaginal health. Vaginal pH Test Kit measures your vaginal pH to detect potential vaginal infections, including yeast infections and bacterial infections, and may help you determine if you require follow up from a primary care provider