since i wrote about newborn essentials, i thought i'd make a list for you of what i think are my pumping essentials so that you will be prepared for when you embark on this difficult yet oh so rewarding experience of breast feeding.
- the lactation consultants from healthy horizons recommended this tincture when i started pumping. i have noticed an increase in my milk production since i started taking it. i also read this works too.
- like i mentioned in the newborn essentials post, a breast pump.
- you know i like the playtex drop ins. fyi, the target brand of drop ins fits perfectly and is cheaper.
- nursing bras are a must. i know the bravado body silk seamless nursing bra is pricey, but it is so worth it. i've tried on a lot of nursing bras, and these were the most comfortable. i just bought the cheapest night nursing bras i could find. i found that they were all pretty much the same. and for my sports bra, i just bought a bigger size. i only use the sports bras when i work out. since i don't plan on breast feeding her when i do, there was no need to splurge on a "nursing" sports bra. any cheap one, in a bigger size, works just fine.
- to ease your cracked and painful nipples, use this religiously. especially in those first few weeks as you toughen up your nipples.
- to prevent leaks from showing, use these. i prefer the cotton reusable ones, but the disposable ones work too.
- to store your precious breast milk for future use, you'll need these.
- to clean the pump parts, bottles, and nipples. this will come in handy.
- to dry all the parts, you'll need this rack.
- to make sterilizing simple, use this.
- and finally, while this isn't a necessity, it will make pumping more enjoyable so your hands can be free to do as you please.
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