New parenthood is one of those era-defining, changes-everything moments.
But until you have a child, you can never know exactly what you’ll need.
In honour of World Breastfeeding Week, which started on 1 August, leading parenting shopping platform The Memo shared with Best Picks the top 10 feeding essentials for new mums and dads.
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The website also shared why they are a gamechanger for new parents.
Use this as the perfect guide for presents for parents and parents-to-be.
1. Lacevo S70 In-Bra Breast Pump Set, $499
Don’t let pumping get in the way of life!
Want to pump at the office? The footy? Out for dinner?
Now you can, with wearable breast pump technology.
This innovative, hands-free, wearable double breast pump, $499, is billed a “fantastic investment” thanks to the fact that it is hands-free, discreet but boasts excellent suction.
Reviews are glowing for the buy, and it has a five-star rating on The Memo.
“This is the best pump ever!” writes one shopper.
“Best pump on the market!” agrees another.
2. Haakaa Silicone Breast Pump, $33.95
As the proud owner of this breast pump, I can safely say that this is one bargain investment no parent or friend of a parent will regret.
A super economical and no fuss choice, the portable and suction-activated manual breast pump allows for discreet milk collection — no cords, no noise, no leakage.
3. Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Machine, $147
Got a formula-fed child? This is the buy for you.
Prepare your formula bottle in just two minutes with the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Machine.
That’s 10x faster than using a kettle, ensuring your hungry baby is fed quickly and efficiently.
It comes with an built-in antibacterial filter that removes impurities and bacteria, providing added peace of mind for you and your baby.
4. Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced, $439.95
The most advanced way to automatically make a warm, formula bottle instantly, the Formula Pro Advanced mixes formula and water to the perfect consistency without any measuring, mixing, waiting or fuss.
Patent mixing technology is a great way to avoid bubbles and help babies with sensitive tummies and colic.
And shoppers love it.
“Made life so much easier with twins. Absolute lifesaver for those late night feeds. Perfect temp and consistency every time,” one shopper writes.
“Life saver! For someone who refuses to use a microwave, this is the best thing ever invented. Can’t wait to use mine,” another adds.
5. New Beginnings 2-in-1 UV Steriliser, $129
A high-tech compact steriliser and dryer that uses UV light to kill germs on your bottles, teats, sippy cups and accessories, this can also be used as safe storage.
It has also won countless awards, including the 2021 Bounty Baby Awards Best Steriliser.
6. Minbie Bottle Warmer, $89
A great alternative to using a microwave, the Minbie Bottle Warmer gently warms your breastmilk to body temperature in 10 minutes making sure vital nutrients are preserved.
With the real-time digital temperature display you can clearly see the temperature of the milk during the process.
Shoppers love this, declaring it “amazing” and “just what we needed”.
7. Ergobaby Natural Curve Nursing Pillow, $169
A unique pillow that provides breast and bottle feeding support, and even sitting support as your little one grow, the Ergobaby’s compact shape and take-anywhere handle is perfect for travel, unlike full body length pregnancy pillows.
This supportive u-shaped pillow is supple but firm, helping you avoid any slouching and unnecessary back pain while providing arm support as you breast or bottle feed your baby.
The natural curved shape ensures tummy to tummy contact and will support your baby’s head above tummy level to aid digestion.
8. Lavie Lactation Massager, $59.95
This handy innovative massager helps to clear clogged ducts, speed up letdown and milkflow and reduce discomfort from engorgement.
Made of medical grade silicone, the Lavie Massager has a unique shape and multiple vibration modes that you can adjust to your needs.
9. Bare Mum Breast Warm and Cool Inserts, $34.90
These midwife-approved reusable cooling/heating inserts can fit discreetly in your bra and can be used to help relieve discomfort associated with pumping, blocked milk ducts, breastfeeding and engorgement.
Reviewers call them “comfy” and a “must-have for engorgement”.
10. Silverette Nursing Cups, $85
The gold standard of feeding accessories, these saved my breastfeeding journey and are something I regularly dish out to new mums.
Struggling with nipple damage?
Crafted out of pure 925 sterling silver, Silverette cups help support healing and prevent cuts, wounds, cracks, soreness, and infections that can occur while breastfeeding.
They fit easily under a nursing bra and can be used on its own in the bra or in conjunction with a nursing pad.
It’s not just me who loves them either.
There are close to 400 glowing reviews on The Memo.
“Love these. These are a godsend if breastfeeding,” writes one reviewer.
“A must for every breast feeding mumma, these will save your nipples,” another adds.
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