20 Things You Actually Need For A Newborn Baby And Postpartum Care

These are 20 things that I couldn't have lived without during the first few weeks of having a newborn baby and for my postpartum care. Some of this is a little TMI but I wanted to keep things real and be the most helpful I can be! I found these items to be some of the most essential during my postpartum recovery and for learning to care for my newborn baby girl. These are some of the things I wish I knew when I was about to be a first time mom. There are so many options out there for a new mom and I spent a lot of time to go through the things I feel you actually need.
20 things mentioned in the video:
Nursing pillow: amzn.to/3f2J1d8
Kyte baby pajamas: rstyle.me/+XRkmJeoNv-bk1LgnKO_4ag
Baby socks: amzn.to/2QNYcPf
Changing mat: rstyle.me/+sUD8oKpoo4CX4yzVn4Hszg
Night light: www.vava.com/products/vava-baby-night-light?gclid=Cj0KCQjw5auGBhDEARIsAFyNm9F4C0bP08zhZjRJEn6-HKKmkf_w-qW50RVYZSvamuLZ_OpdiJH0RMoaAvqqEALw_wcB
Sound machine: amzn.to/3xSNdED
Tucks pads: amzn.to/3h1vUve
Peri bottle: amzn.to/3eYhGIJ
Disposable underwear: amzn.to/3f0pnOC
Ice pack: amzn.to/3eTML0s
Nipple butter: amzn.to/2RxD6UY
Nipple shields: amzn.to/3tnU2dV
Underwear: amzn.to/3eTLCpG
Nursing bras: amzn.to/3vLoIYd
Sleep shirt: rstyle.me/+zxumAcfNGhuwH34nwauNmw
Robe: rstyle.me/+ezgshveQWedE0C8cjjVI3w
Hydro Flask:rstyle.me/+I23vhZ2tWe0O09JLBmdQ-Q
Lip mask: rstyle.me/+IR5016sP7iJNVqckFYgHQw
Nail file: rstyle.me/cz-n/hg6rsacxqi7
Other things I recommend:
Sleep swaddle: amzn.to/3h5F9L4
Hatch sound machine: amzn.to/2PVgCNu
Bassinet: rstyle.me/+afNTcIAsHVPgH7cCwltiYQ
Burp cloths: amzn.to/3h4iCxX
More Baby/Pregnancy Videos!
Nursery Tour: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGTGXpJma66ortU
Pregnancy, Labor + Delivery, and Postpartum Q&A: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jomlaaKrideemqs
Morning Routine as a New Mom: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2WZmWdvoctji9E
Sleep Schedule and What I Feed My Baby: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2OpoamhedRgd7s
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0:00 Intro
1:30 Baby Stuff
1:39 Snuggle Me Pillow
2:35 Pajamas
3:45 Socks
4:44 Changing Mat
6:08 Night Light
7:36 Nail File
8:55 Portable Sound Machine
9:44 DockATot
11:08 Postpartum
12:03 Pads
12:40 Cooling Pads
13:24 Ice Packs
13:52 Peri Bottle
14:20 Disposable Underwear
14:47 Breastfeeding
15:56 Nipple Butter
16:36 Nipple Shields
17:48 Nursing Bra
18:18 High-Waisted Underwear
19:07 Sleep Shirt
19:50 Robe
20:44 Lip Balm
21:16 Water Bottle
22:03 Closing
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[@Lalena_da1]

the nice thing about the mommy and parent community is you don't really have to say tmi! we're here to learn and ts nice to have someone talk about these things! Thank you!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

😊 thank you

[@datalore3841]

I feel like if people are going to be offended by birth TMI like nipple creams or w/e, they probably are not ready for kids.

[@auntchippy]

As an auntie not having children, I'll be coming back to your channel over and over again. Thank you for this, I'm always trying to look out for mom's self care and mental health. And I want to be supportive of moms before and after the baby is here. And thank you for the things that I can put in care packages! By watching this, I can give my cousins who are moms/future moms the breaks they need when I'm called to. There's no manual when it comes to being a parent, and this is the closest thing to it, thank you! I really wish I had your videos in my early 20's when I first started being an auntie, because I wasn't sure how to help. With your videos by my side, I can just look and find the answers I'm looking for.

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Such a sweet message! I’m glad it was helpful for you. You sound like such a supportive friend/aunt 🤍🫶 they are lucky to have you!

[@keithcass257]

Thank you for being so real with us!

[@erininmontana5792]

Ditto on the VAVA light! My older kids all wanted their own after they saw it and they get used frequently. Great for early morning reading time in winter, too. Magnesium is the best stool softener option, honestly. It draws water into the bowls naturally. Safest option. One thing I'd add is disposable or washable nursing pads. Lots.

[@lizb.5806]

This was sooo helpful! Thank you and congratulations on your baby girl! 💕

[@Lindsaympaulson]

So glad it was helpful! Thank you!!

[@Erika_Kelly_Apparel]

🥰 just started watching.. the first thing I did when I really realized I wanted a baby was buy those tiny socks ☺️

[@Erika_Kelly_Apparel]

Ps great info :)

[@stephaniegraham5172]

My baby girl is 1 month old today. My 2 cousins are due within the next 2 months, so I've been taking notes for them. 100 percent agree on all of this, especially the changing pads! I suggest getting multiple. Seems excessive, but they're so convenient. We have a few of them, a couple for each area we spend a lot of time, like the couch downstairs and the bed upstairs (honestly haven't used the changing station in the nursery once). also, what's been very useful is having diaper carriers stocked (diapers, diaper cream, wipes, a couple clean onesies) along side the changing pads.

[@LilmamaXoXo3]

Love this video. Very very helpful and transparent!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Glad it was helpful!

[@NilaQuinn]

Thanks so much! This is the most helpful newborn/postpartum video I have watched xx

[@Lindsaympaulson]

of course! glad it was helpful.

[@lindsihamel6302]

This was beyond helpful and calmed a lot of my anxieties on what baby and I will need come Aug! Thank you for taking the time to make it!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Of course!! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

[@car8316]

Thank you for sharing this video! I've been watching so many newborn/postpartum videos just to make sure I have everything I need! Plus items that I didn't think would be helpful for our little girl (33 weeks pregnant yay!) The little socks you suggested look promising considering I'm going to have a winter baby!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Glad it was helpful!

[@hadassah9323]

Thank you! So informative.

[@ethiopienqueen]

Thank you so much, this is so helpful ❤️❤️❤️

[@amberbellringer1101]

Great video that's shows the honesty of postpartum thanks for all the suggestions

[@Lindsaympaulson]

[@darastahl2159]

Bought almost everything you suggested mostly for the mom section as I was so lost on what I really might need but want to be prepared for when I get home thank you for making this helpful video.

[@Lindsaympaulson]

I'm so glad! Good luck!

[@reinab9843]

I don’t understand all the harsh comments. I found your video very helpful. I think you have a soothing voice. Thank you! ❤

[@richaelynbradley2268]

This has been so helpful!

[@lilfloosh1001]

I appreciate how there’s not a million things listed here, often times that gets overwhelming but this video was very informative and calming! 🥰

[@Lindsaympaulson]

You're so welcome!

[@AprilOverseas]

Great video, I actually found a lot of items that I want thanks to your tips :)

[@Lindsaympaulson]

I'm so glad!

[@michellecaldera1955]

thanks you so much!! for your tips . im only 3 month and a week , but i want to feel ready for everything

[@nicolejohnson6884]

Very helpful video preparing for baby girl due in May! Thank you for sharing all these products and your thoughts. 😊

[@Lindsaympaulson]

You are so welcome!

[@ginaburciaga6134]

Very helpful thank you 😊

[@rebadenman3640]

If you have the budget for it get a bidet toilet seat. One that will warm the water. Not having to mess with the peri bottle was really nice. I preferred the dermoplast to the tucks pads, but I know a lot of people use both.

[@jennguyen406]

The pressure from the bidet might be too rough.

[@rebadenman3640]

@@jennguyen406 I guess it would depend on the model, but the one I have has very low pressure settings available.

[@braria9855]

I've seen tens of videos like this and while many of them are repetitive what I'm most interested are in depth comparisons of flagship products on the market (such as dockatot vs snuggle me). Making short videos comparing them would be useful, people search for such comparisons but they're usually lost in videos like this one. :)

[@biancapessoa3522]

Thank you so much! I am going to have my second baby, but still you gave so many good information! Thank you for sharing! ❤ I hope you have a great time with your baby! ❤️❤️

[@Lindsaympaulson]

You are so welcome! Glad this was helpful!

[@StefaniaCalabreseSteffyloo]

Amazing video thank you so so much x

[@Lindsaympaulson]

You are so welcome!

[@dv9227]

What a great video! ❤ Thank you!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@rachelbrzoznowski4816]

Thanks

[@lakeylaford23]

Thank you!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

You're welcome!

[@valentinalameda7908]

Great video! Thanks mama💙

[@Lindsaympaulson]

of course!

[@Teaforbreakfast]

thank you

[@hannahwillams9602]

Obsessed with the aesthetic in your space

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Thanks!

[@whelangd]

thank you for a very honest video. quite helpful

[@earlgreyknits1178]

Thanks for the video. Your suggestions are helpful. I birthed my first nearly 11 years ago and and am only now having my second so I feel as if I need to relearn everything. My only negative is that so much of what you’re suggesting is disposable. We only have one planet my fellow mama. We should try to keep it clean for our children and their children. I do still appreciate the video though. ❤

[@Fellizy]

Very informative video about what Mom's actually need thank you for being honest and sharing links! Good pregnancy and postpartum underwear and bras are so hard to find!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Aw thank you for watching!! Glad it was helpful!

[@moldyvoldy1231]

Just so everyone is aware the dock-a-tot and the snuggle me are not safe for sleep!

[@Daymickey]

Until a certain age? Or ever at all?

[@moldyvoldy1231]

@Daymickey both companies have come out and stated its not safe. Didn't put any parameters on age or anything.

[@jazzmonallen8168]

And it doesn’t matter if you are “watching them or in the same room”. It’s also illegal in other countries.

[@kawaiifranki]

My daughter slept in it and she's fine. I laid her on her back until she started rolling herself on her stomach and then I stopped using it. The Dock A Tot is a life saver! My baby was able to sleep all night on it at 2 months. Without it she woke up every hour!!!

[@moldyvoldy1231]

@Kawaii Franki okay, but just because your daughter was fine doesn't mean it's safe. A lot of babies have suffocated in them, hence why the companies started putting disclaimers on them about it not being safe. You can do what you want with your kids, but I won't be risking it, and encouraging other people to use them for sleep when they've been actively warned by the company not to is not okay.

[@chelseanicole4404]

Awesome video! Did you purchase any extra covers for the DockaTOT? Just wondering if they’re easy to clean?

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Thank you! I didn’t buy extra but it washed easily!

[@user-tg6ml5ku4d]

Awesome list, thanks a lot, cheers from Ukraine 🌻

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@laarissaide]

thank you for the helpful video! I was wondering, how much of the post partum healing products do you just buy yourself and is there anything that you put on your baby shower registry? (obviously trying to save as much money as possible).

[@kibbit98]

Okay I haven’t watched yet but that thumbnail did NOT have to be so cute!!!😭😭😍💕

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Haha!! She makes everything 10x cuter =)

[@nicolebrianna100]

So helpful! Question- the black underwear you found on amazon, do you have the brand? The link isn’t coming up :(

[@Lindsaympaulson]

rstyle.me/+pc07OOI8TcPtHwZa9eWiFQ Here you go!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Subscribe to my channel for more videos like this! kzbin.info Leave me a comment if there are other pregnancy, post-partum, or baby videos you'd like to see! 20 things mentioned in the video: Nursing pillow: amzn.to/3f2J1d8 Kyte baby pajamas: rstyle.me/+XRkmJeoNv-bk1LgnKO... Baby socks: amzn.to/2QNYcPf Changing mat: rstyle.me/+sUD8oKpoo4CX4yzVn4... Night light: www.vava.com/products/vava-ba... Sound machine: amzn.to/3xSNdED DockATot: dockatot.com/collections/deluxe-plus/products/dockatot-deluxe-dock-pristine-white Tucks pads: amzn.to/3h1vUve Peri bottle: amzn.to/3eYhGIJ Disposable underwear: amzn.to/3f0pnOC Ice pack: amzn.to/3eTML0s Nipple butter: amzn.to/2RxD6UY Nipple shields: amzn.to/3tnU2dV Underwear: amzn.to/3eTLCpG Nursing bras: amzn.to/3vLoIYd Sleep shirt: rstyle.me/+zxumAcfNGhuwH34nwa... Robe: rstyle.me/+ezgshveQWedE0C8cjj... Hydro Flask:rstyle.me/+I23vhZ2tWe0O09JLBm... Lip mask: rstyle.me/+IR5016sP7iJNVqckFY... Other things I recommend: Sleep swaddle: amzn.to/3h5F9L4 Hatch sound machine: amzn.to/2PVgCNu Bassinet:rstyle.me/+SHsCUS33uK-29JGLlu... Burp cloths: amzn.to/3h4iCxX More Baby/Pregnancy Videos! Nursery Tour: www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3c-_... Pregnancy, Labor + Delivery, and Postpartum Q&A: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jomlaaKrideemqs Morning Routine as a New Mom: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2WZmWdvoctji9E Sleep Schedule and What I Feed My Baby: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2OpoamhedRgd7s

[@churchie9846]

Sorry...what was the last thing??? And was the nail file electric?

[@ThreeMoogles]

The DockATot Deluxe+ is not considered safe by the CPSC and is no longer allowed to be sold within the US. You should consider updating this video to remove that recommendation.

[@DaegSteorra513]

Guest room….sure. I’m trying to figure out what are the minimal space consumers for baby and me in a one and a half bedroom apartment with two other adults (one of which is disabled) 😂

[@nataliamirochnitchenko8152]

the second pronunciation of laneige was correct. i speak french. you're welcome lol. and thx for the tips in your videos.

[@Lindsaympaulson]

HAHA thank you!

[@nataliamirochnitchenko8152]

@@Lindsaympaulson ❤

[@yougotitgirl]

Hi very helpful thank you. I'd love to know the exact high waisted underwear you talk about in the video, I don't see a link for those. Thank you

[@Lindsaympaulson]

amzn.to/3eTLCpG here you go!

[@debd518]

New subscriber & new mom here!What diaper bag did/do you use?

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Thanks for subbing! This is what I have: minabaie.com/products/harper-midi-backpack?variant=44104469905659

[@debd518]

@@Lindsaympaulson thank you!!

[@Babystepsbylpbabyshop]

Beautiful

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Thank you

[@KarenRodriguez-wb8fg]

Which nail file did you use? I don't see it in your description list.

[@Lindsaympaulson]

rstyle.me/+sKxP-5qBOr8ruMzqo-YFRA

[@kellybushell8862]

What did you feed your baby for the first couple of days before your supply really came in?

[@Lindsaympaulson]

They had me continue to nurse because my baby was getting colostrum (this usually comes before the milk and is super good for the baby) otherwise they gave me a few things of newborn formula that we fed her through a syringe after every nursing session to make sure she was getting enough food. Once my milk came in we stopped the formula.

[@starrysloth8018]

do u put the cooling pad on top of the sanitary pads? how does it work

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Yes I did the pad, the ice pack and then tucks pads! Make sure to remove the ice pack once its not cool anymore.

[@valeriaduimovich1733]

Where did you get that wooden toy in the background, if I may ask? It's gorgeous!!!!

[@Lindsaympaulson]

I got it on Etsy!

[@ShiningShu]

Which area’s nesto is this ?

[@SarahanneSchloneger]

Do you have a new link to the night light? The link is bad in your bio.

[@Lindsaympaulson]

I just updated it! Thanks for letting me know!

[@peaches7443]

What is the sock brand?

[@Lindsaympaulson]

amzn.to/2QNYcPf

[@nancyc9034]

Just found this and I'm due in 8 weeks. I didn't know nipple shields existed before this, thank you so much! :) I also want to say - LOVE your sweater!! Where is it from? :)

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Aww so glad it was helpful!! I only used mine for a few days but it was the break I needed to let myself heal a little. Good luck with everything, it’s the most amazing thing.

[@crawleyr4919]

Isnthere a link to the nail file? I need to order for a shower TODAY- and this item is great- because it KILLS me when i see newborns hands covered b/c mom is worried the baby will scratch itself (but benefits of hands free far outweighs)

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Hi I’m so sorry I’m just responding! If it’s not to late, the link is now in the description!

[@saphire9823]

I had a 4 degree year too, also my inner labia ripped into pieces with chunks ripping out all the way up to my clitoris. Never healed. I had no idea that could even happen. I was stitched up but they fell out the next day, and wasn’t stitched back up.

[@S3cl0rum]

Holy shit wtf

[@dompiece8509]

Wow!!!

[@rosyperez8235]

That sound horrifying 😬😳

[@AnjaliSharma-on6pg]

I hope you feel better soon ❤

[@jennyjohnson5428]

O god

[@hannahmarten8575]

Does anyone know the name of the nail file?

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Hi! I just added it to the description!

[@hannahmarten8575]

@@Lindsaympaulson Thank you!

[@SymptomsOfTheOvaris]

Where did you get your crib?

[@Lindsaympaulson]

It’s from crate and kids!

[@stargirl6992]

What was the squirty bottle thing you didn't explain what it was was that a douche for constipation? Also what was the cool pads are they for genitals? Sorry for all the questions I don't understand what a lot of those were

[@kickash]

The bottle is called a peri bottle and you use it to clean yourself after using the bathroom because you're not supposed to wipe for a while! The pads are for down there as well to help with healing.

[@caroldelosangeles3621]

Dock_Tot it should be forbidden for so much marketing (like many others items) and snugle me so many babies die since parents cant watch them the whole night and they dont even make sounds to get u awake. So much evidence data about this but again...most of parents are just learning from youtube videos and expending more time in researching about their new iphone than this super important for the newborns. RIP to many babies for this.Lets never stay silence ablut this..we are all victims of death marketing of death and separation between babies and parents speceally moms with devasted consecuences only seen in teenage and adulthood. Wishing to all the awakening for saving our poor humanity in this times🔥

[@Lindsaympaulson]

I never was recommending that the Doc a tot should be used for sleeping. Just simply a place for the baby to lay and stretch out while I’m next to them.

[@ibarbie_1127]

People need to read the instructions. The dock_tot is not suppose to be used for sleeping. Many friends of mine have this and had zero problems because they use it the way is suppose to be. JUST READ PEOPLE, IS NOT THAT HARD.

[@floracrestanello]

Babies don't actually need socks btw . Not until they actually wear shoes , and that's when they start kinda walking

[@azzula729]

They are awful when they start crawling and walking too... So slippery.

[@Lindsaympaulson]

I live where it’s cold and snowy in March so if we left the house they were necessary.

[@sumikol111]

They do, babies lose heat from the body much more quickly than toddlers.. in Asia, even if the weather is warm, some cotton socks will be covering the babies' feet and even some cotton mittens and beanie.. and if the weather is cold you definitely need some layers !!

[@Zawadi_jean]

@@sumikol111smitten are not necessarily at all

[@xweesnawx8x]

I’m currently pregnant and all of these videos kind of scare me. Having a child is so much work and painful mentally/physically.

[@apebass2215]

Regardless of what you do with your life, living is so much work and you cannot avoid suffering. Don't be fearful of achieving something every single one of your female ancestors achieved, without modern medicine or online guidance.

[@ntmn8444]

Why are you scared? And yes, being a parent isn’t easy. Which is why people ought to wait until they’re emotionally and mentally prepared to be parents. You have a whole person inside of you. Do your best to prepare. The more you know, the better you will be.

[@EliseVivienneFashion]

The good far outweighs the bad! You can do this even if there are hard moments. Having a child is a miracle and such a blessing. All the best to you lovely.

[@Alexxxpdx]

“Jumps into it” at 1:48

[@jey.Account]

You dont not need a nail file baby’s nails are super thin you can literally peel the nail off think thats the only thing I would disagree

[@martinacarey5563]

Please find another discriptive phrase other than "super nice" 😢

[@tlandry9689]

This lady’s favorite word is “super”.

[@SymptomsOfTheOvaris]

Where did you get your crib? It's beautiful.

[@Lindsaympaulson]

It’s from Crete and kids

[@anacruz8512]

Is no one really capable of just clipping baby nails anymore? 😮

[@Lindsaympaulson]

I clip my daughters now that she’s older but the first few months I liked the file because they are so soft!

[@ivyvc]

Why is dock a tot on here as a recommendation? Seriously! Please… who can I follow on KZbin that actually knows what they’re saying and isn’t just here to get a million clicks?

[@Lindsaympaulson]

This video was posted over two years ago. At the time, this was not considered unsafe for babies to use. I do not have it linked in the description anymore and I’m not sure you can even buy them!

[@jesseferguson3205]

I know mamas mean well.. but can we normalize that "need" and "must-haves" is relative? It is SO disheartening to see how many "MUST-HAVES" videos are out there for newborns. And the lists are endless ☠️ plus, every baby/mama is different so how can you call it "must-haves" when not every mama/baby MUST have it!? I watch one of Margaret Matheny's videos and all the overconsumption/overspending subsides.

[@WhoSfgas]

I watched the whole video and everything was informational but your flat tone of voice did start to bother me early on. 🙃

[@dansykes4965]

Literally 🤦🤦

[@Lindsaympaulson]

Aw thank you!! I am so excited to see Remi as a big sister. We have alot of neutral clothes from Remi so we should be okay for the first bit! haha until Mom can place a zara order for boy clothes if needed haha