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Resources For New Moms

Welcome to our Resources for New Moms page, where we offer a comprehensive guide to support you on your motherhood journey. Explore expert advice, parenting tips, and essential tools to help you navigate the joys and challenges of being a new mom.

Hospital Packing List for moms giving birth

Hospital Packing List

Get fully prepared for the arrival of your little one with this must-have hospital packing checklist for mom and baby. This thoughtful guide includes everything you’ll need for a smooth and stress-free experience. Download it now and step into this exciting journey with confidence and peace of mind!

New Mom's Check List

New Mom Check List

The Postpartum Essentials Checklist/New Mom's Check List is a must-have guide for new moms navigating the recovery period after birth. It covers physical recovery essentials like peri bottles, postpartum pads, and belly wraps, along with breastfeeding must-haves, emotional well-being support, and self-care tips. Whether recovering from a vaginal birth or C-section, this checklist ensures comfort, healing, and a smoother transition into motherhood. From lactation snacks to cozy robes, it includes everything a mom needs to feel supported during the first few weeks postpartum. Download it now to prepare for a stress-free and well-equipped recovery!

New Mom Must-Haves: Essentials for a Smoother Journey

Becoming a mom is an incredible experience, but it also comes with its challenges! As a mom of three, I know how important it is to have the right essentials to make those early days easier. This list includes my favorite must-haves for new moms—from soothing baby gear and feeding essentials to self-care products that help you feel your best. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or looking for game-changing products to simplify mom life, these are items I personally love and trust.I hope this list helps you feel more prepared, supported, and confident on your motherhood journey!

Some things you can find on Amazon

Check out a few of my must-have essentials for new moms here, and visit my Amazon list to see all the items that made mom life easier for me!

Witch hazel helps soothe postpartum discomfort, reduce swelling, and promote healing. Use it in padsicles, peri bottles, or Tucks pads for relief from perineal pain and hemorrhoids.

The NoseFrida is a must-have for new moms! This doctor-designed snot sucker helps clear baby’s congestion safely and effectively, making breathing and sleep much easier.

Lansinoh breastmilk bags are a must-have for breastfeeding moms! They’re durable, leak-proof, and freezer-safe, making storing and organizing pumped milk easy and convenient for everyday use.

Celebrate the strength, beauty, and resilience of motherhood with the Lioness Collection and beautiful nursery wall art. Thoughtfully designed for moms, these pieces symbolize courage, unconditional love, and pride. Perfect as a gift or personal keepsake, each item is crafted with care to honor the fierce, protective spirit of every mother. Shop now on Etsy!

Lioness Collection

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mom tshirt
mom tshirt
mom tshirt
mom cup

Nursery Wall Art

sweet mini cow wall art
fishing wall art
forest animal wall art
fun colorful jungle animals wall art

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PLEASE NOTE: I accept up to 10 total maternity and newborn sessions per month, and most families reserve their spot well before baby arrives. Booking early ensures availability, but if your due date is coming up soon, feel free to reach out for last-minute openings—I may still have room.

January – May are fully booked. June 2025: 2 spots remaining July 2025: 4 spots remaining August 2025: 3 spots remaining September 2025: 5 spots remaining

Now booking newborn and maternity sessions for due dates through September 2025.

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