The Top Breastfeeding Supplies Guide for 2023

While the true breastfeeding essentials are mom and baby (and a great lactation consultant in those early days), there are some breastfeeding supplies that can help make nursing easier.

Don’t fall into the trap of thinking a lot of stuff = successful parenting. Once you tune in and learn to trust your instincts, you’ll probably find parenting to come a little more intuitively.

Don’t fall into the trap of thinking a lot of stuff = successful parenting. Once you tune in and learn to trust your instincts, you’ll probably find parenting to come a little more intuitively.

Because breastfeeding is good for you, good for baby, and also good for the planet, it only makes sense that your breastfeeding supplies should be green and healthy, too.

PUMPS AND MILK STORAGE

If you’ll be staying at home with baby, you may not need a pump at all. But it’s nice to have at least a manual (they’re very affordable) to create a backup stash of milk or to help control your supply from time to time.

NURSING PILLOWS

In the early days, positioning is key to establishing a successful breastfeeding relationship and routine. You need to be comfortable for your milk to let down. Sleepy newborns may need to be adjusted often to keep them from falling asleep at the breast, so arranging and rearranging your couch pillows is less ideal than a nursing pillow.

NURSING BRAS

If your budget allows, invest in two or three really good nursing bras. Comfort is your top priority. Easy access is next on the list. Skip the underwire (this can lead to plugged ducts) – especially in the early months of breastfeeding. You may want to start with a yoga style nursing bra and move into one with more shape as your supply regulates.

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