preconception / pregnancy
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Needed Prenatals
Most prenatals are made with the bare minimum amount needed to avoid a disease condition, not the optimal amount needed during preconception, pregnancy, and beyond. Needed is formulated with much higher doses of each critical nutrient. They also have a powder formula that is great for mixing into smoothies or drinks if you’re struggling with capsules, as well as a men’s line.
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Milk Moon Herbs
Pregnancy safe herbal tinctures.
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Hatch Belly Oil
I regret to inform you this belly oil lives up to the hype. It’s rather unfortunate because it’s a little pricy but it’s so luxurious, it melts into the skin quickly unlike a lot of body oils, and it kept me from feeling itchy/uncomfortable my entire pregnancy.
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Happy Wholesome Hormones Course
Kinsey is the holy grail for all things hormones / women’s health. Follow her on IG for a wealth of free information or sign up for her Happy Wholesome Hormones Course for a deeper dive into your personal hormones. It’s very in depth + custom to your individual needs/deficiencies. I feel like by doing this course before pregnancy I really set myself up for a happier, more nourished, and more balanced pregnancy.
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Pregnancy, Birth, & Beyond
Another wealth of knowledge from Motherland Wellness, this course takes a deep dive into all things pregnancy/birth/postpartum. Especially if you aren’t able to take a birthing class or if you want a more holistic pov than your hospital may offer. It’s beneficial no matter your birth plan/location!
postpartum
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Postpartum Tonic
The Postpartum Restorative Tonic from Milk Moon Herbs is crafted with some of the most nourishing + nutrient dense herbs for postpartum. It is iron-building + contains restorative adaptogens. I took a few tablespoons in sparkling or still water daily postpartum.
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Wish Garden Herbs
Herbal remedies for postpartum. Shop for herbal remedies for after birth contractions, mood support, stress support, immune support and more.
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Read my full postpartum roundup here
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for baby
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Solly Baby
Makes the softest baby wraps for baby wearing in the newborn days.
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Wildbird
One of my favorite baby brands. I love every product I’ve tried from Wildbird. The Aerial carrier (pictured) is their structured carrier, similar to the infamous Artipoppe (but better imo). It fits both Dalton and I and we still use it today at 1+ year. The Wildbird sleep sacks are by far the best we have tried, the cloud blend fabric it truly dreamyyy. They also have ring slings and the softest pajamas.
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Newton Mattress
After searching through a lot of crib mattresses, I finally landed on Newton for its breathability, washability, + no toxic foams.
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Snuggle Me Organic
We used the lounger sooo often during the early days. They also have a breastfeeding pillow, though this wasn’t my favorite.
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BabyBay Bassinet
These beautiful bedside bassinets are made sustainably with untreated wood. We chose it because of the nontoxic materials used in construction, and the longer lifespan compared to other cosleeper bassinets. We knew we would want to have fin in our room for as long as possible, so we opted for the Maxi Tall version and it fit our little one comfortably until he was rolling/pulling up and ready for his big boy crib.
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Mother Love
Motherlove was founded by an herbalist and her daughters, so you already know I’m bound to love it. The products are organic and thoughtfully infused with nourishing herbs that work so so well. The baby balm and nipple cream are staples, and we’ll never be caught without the diaper balm. It works even better and faster for us than the hardcore conventional zinc oxide formulas.
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Kept Baby Journal
The most beautiful heirloom baby journal to keep your child’s story. The prompts are thoughtful and meaningful, not just the typical statistics, and very non overwhelming.
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Winnie + Crew
Has made shopping for baby boy clothes so fun, they have the cutest gender neutral baby clothes. Fin wears the bubble rompers on repeat all summer long!
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Hello Bello Diapers
Hello Bello have become our go to diapers, they’re chlorine free, super soft, and fit our tall/chunky baby well. Bonus points for all the cute designs. Get the best price through bundling online.
Get $15 off your first order with my link below.
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Lovevery
The Lovevery play gym is a baby staple. It’s thoughtfully designed with stage-based activities that engage baby throughout their first year. It comes with a cute cover that turns it into a tent! Their play kits are also so great for developmentally appropriate toys.
local providers
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Breathe Birth & Wellness
My birth center, whom I couldn’t love more. Breathe is my go to recommendation for anyone wanting an out of hospital birth / holistic pregnancy care. Even if you’re birthing at home or in a hospital, the birth/breastfeeding/newborn classes they offer are open to anyone and are the most valuable resource for anyone expecting. They also do annual well woman visits / problem visits if you’re looking for a more holistic option for female care.
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Teapot Lactation
Tracy at Teapot Lactation is such an invaluable resource for breastfeeding or pumping mothers. IBCLC services are covered by insurance.
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Rut
Holistic massage & wellness, providing customized prenatal massage, fascial therapy, lymphatic drainage, and so much more.
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Free Spirit Chiropractic
Nervous system focused chiropractic care that truly believes in whole body wellness. They serve pre & post pregnancy, babies, kids… the entire family.