Getting ready to become a New Mom again.

This blog post is sponsored by Babble Boxx but all opinions are my own.

As I have shared on my last blog post Preparing for Baby, I am currently expecting my 4th baby (a boy) this March. No matter how many babies you have had, preparing for a new baby can be overwhelming. For me the fear of the unknown is the hardest part… When will I go into labor? How will the birth go? Will baby be healthy? Will he nurse and sleep easily? Will my older kids adjust? How will I balance it all? (The list goes on and on)… I have found the best way to calm my nerves when welcoming a new baby into our family is to be PREPARED! You get everything you need ready for the new baby but, you often forget about what YOU will need. New moms need to make sure they make themselves a priority. I have partnered with some wonderful brands that may help make your life as a new mama easier. I am sharing them below.

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First up breastfeeding support- If you plan on nursing or pumping you will want to make sure you have a comfortable and supportive nursing bra. You will want one that gives you easy access to getting the “girls” out as quickly as possible when a feeding or pumping session calls. Playtex Nursing Bras are perfect to wear during your pregnancy, while nursing, and beyond. Their Criss-Cross sleep Bra opens easily for fast access and the cool comfort fabric helps to keep you cool all night long. Their Shaping Foam Underwire Bras are designed to fit you as your size changes through out your pregnancy and postpartum. The TruSupport 4-way Support system has comfortable straps, deeper cups, higher sides, and a wider back.

Another must have if you plan on nursing or pumping is Nursing Comfort Balm from Mustela. (You can use my code ASHLEE20 to get 20% off now- 2/28/2020). When recovering from birth and trying to navigate your breastfeeding journey the last thing you want to have is sore cracked nipples. Having a good lanolin-free balm will protect your nipples and ease any discomfort you may have. This balm is my go to because it contains vitamin E, is vegan, fragrance-free, and dye-free. All ingredients are 100% naturally-derived.

What new mom doesn’t need COFFEE?! Trust me mom life= coffee UpSpring’s Milkflow is the first lacation coffee that contains the herbs Fenugreek and Blessed Thistle. These herbs are known to naturally promote breast milk supply. Their coffee has a smooth flavor and contains 55mg of caffeine per serving. It is gluten-free, non-GMO, and all coffee pods are 100 % plant-based and BPA-free. You can grab these coffee pods at Target in the baby aisle.

Self care is important for a new mother. You want to try and feel like your “best self”, while you’re physically and emotionally going through the recovery process. A fast and easy way to make yourself feel better is to treat your skin. LiftActiv Peptide-C Ampoule Serum from Vichy can help your tired and dull skin by making it firmer and brighter. It’s formulated with only 10 ingredients including 10% Pure Vitamin C, Natural Origin Hyaluronic Acid, and Plant-based Phyto Peptides.  Check out this video to learn about using this fabulous product!  Use the code VICHYBABBLE2020 for 15% off from now through 2/14/2020.

Last thing I want to share is Love Without Boundaries. An international charity that provides hope and healing to orphaned and vulnerable children and their under served communities.  This charity partners with local citizens on the ground to help change the lives of vulnerable children.  LWB can be found in Cambodia, India, Uganda, China, and through special projects around the world.  So while you are loving on your newborn, nursing, or taking a minute for yourself  download The Heart of an Orphan, by Amy Eldridge, for free on 1/27/2020 and learn more about LWB’s story of love, hope, and healing.

Thank you for stopping by

Ashlee