Essentials for New Mothers

If you are a new mother, stock up on these nursing and self-care must-haves that will make your post-delivery days easier to go through.
By: Viveka Nagar Updated: May 05, 2021 16:06 IST
Essentials that will help comfort new mothers

As soon as you get to know you are going to be a mother the only thing that strikes your mind is the well-being of your little one. There are a number of websites that will tell you about baby care and products that you will need to comfort your child, but amidst all this, what we often tend to ignore is the care for the new mother. Most parents do not think about essentials for new mommies. Many expecting moms ignore things that they will need to recover or comfort themselves.

So if you are an expecting mom or have recently added yourself to the league of new moms then here we have some good news for you. We've listed some essentials for new mothers that will help them recover soon and keep themselves comfortable and fit.

Must-Haves for New Mommies

1. Feeding Pillow

Top Mother Essentials for New Mommies - Feeding Pillow
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One of the most important items that come to our mind when we think about essentials for new mommies is a comfortable feeding pillow. It not only provides comfort to new moms but also allows the baby to feed comfortably. These pillows save the new mums from straining their back while feeding, especially during the first few days after giving birth.

Baby Bucket Mother Feeding Pillow with Belt-(Green&Orange)

₹ 1,595
₹ 3,195 (50% off)
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2. Nipple Cream

Top Mother Essentials for New Mommies - Nipple Cream
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If you are a breastfeeding mum, one thing that you may have to face is cracked nipples. These creams are yet another essential for new mommies to have with them and get quick relief from cracked nipples.

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Nursing Butter, 30g

₹ 465
₹ 500 (7% off)
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The Moms Co. Natural Nipple Butter| Soothing & Moisturizing Nipple Cream for Sore, Cracked NipplesI Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding with Kokum Butter & Calendula 25g

₹ 179
₹ 299 (40% off)
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Lansinoh Protects Sore, Cracked Nipples.(1 Pieces)

₹ 1,300
₹ 1,800 (28% off)
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3. Stretch Mark Cream

Top Mother Essentials for New Mommies - Stretch Marks Cream
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Stretch marks are another issue that new moms have to face often. Stretch mark removal creams are soft creams that help reduce the visibility of these marks. This is also one of the most and must-have essential for new mums.

The Moms Co. Natural Stretch Oil, 7 in 1 Natural Bio Oil| Reduces stretch marks for women| Australia-Certified Toxin-Free Stretch Mark Oil-100 ml x 2 Pack

₹ 786
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MamaEarth Stretch Marks Cream to reduce marks & scars(100 ml)

₹ 425
₹ 500 (15% off)
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4. Heating/Cooling Pad

Top Mother Essentials for New Mommies - Heating Pads
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New mommies often have to face a lot of pain particularly in some areas of their body like abdomen, back, neck and others. Heating or cooling pads can act as magic for them giving them quick relief and comfort from all sorts of pain.

Sira Hot & Cold Knee Pain Pad, Hot & Cold Elbow Pain Pad, Hot & Cold Ankle Pain Pad, Pain Reliever Pad,

₹ 599
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5. Sanitary Pads

Top Mother Essentials for New Mommies - Sanitary Pads
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New mommies generally have to go through heavy flow for around two to six weeks just after the delivery. Thus stocking up sanitary pads can be a great idea to comfort the new mom. Sanitary pads thus become another top essential for new mothers.

Stayfree Secure XL Ultra Thin Sanitary Napkins with Wings , Extra Large (30 Count) with Dry Max All Night Sanitary Napkin XL (7 Count)

₹ 551
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SOFY Antibacteria Overnight XXL Sanitary Pad(Pack of 20)

₹ 300
₹ 304 (1% off)
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6. Baby Nursing

Top Mother Essentials for New Mommies - Baby Nursing Cover
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Baby nursing comes in handy while travelling. The new mommy can just cover up the bay and feed them comfortably anywhere, anytime. It is always advised to get cotton nursing as it won't harm the baby and allow for comfortable feeding. 

Lula Mom Damask Blue Feeding Cloak Feeding Cloak(Navy Blue)

₹ 492
₹ 660 (25% off)
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7. Nursing Bras

Top Mother Essentials for New Mommies - Nursing Bra
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Nursing bras are quite helpful for breastfeeding moms. These allow the mom to comfortably feed their child without any problem. New mommies should stock up their fair quota of nursing bras during pregnancy and along with it they should also keep some loose clothes or front open gowns handy.

Inner Sense Women’s Organic Cotton Bamboo Soft Feeding Bra for Women | Wire-Free, Non-Padded, Full Coverage, Maternity Bra | Pregnancy Bra for Baby Breastfeeding | Nursing Bra for Women IMB004C

₹ 636
₹ 749 (15% off)
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Mee Mee Maternity Cotton Non-Wired Non-Padded Nursing Feeding Bra for Daily Use (Breathable Breast Feeding Bra) Black

₹ 329
₹ 399 (18% off)
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Essentials for New Mothers

Product Price in India
Baby Bucket Mother Feeding Pillow with Belt-(Green&Orange) ₹ 1,595
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Nursing Butter, 30g ₹ 465
The Moms Co. Natural Nipple Butter| Soothing & Moisturizing Nipple Cream for Sore, Cracked NipplesI Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding with Kokum Butter & Calendula 25g ₹ 179
Lansinoh Protects Sore, Cracked Nipples.(1 Pieces) ₹ 1,300
The Moms Co. Natural Stretch Oil, 7 in 1 Natural Bio Oil| Reduces stretch marks for women| Australia-Certified Toxin-Free Stretch Mark Oil-100 ml x 2 Pack ₹ 786
MamaEarth Stretch Marks Cream to reduce marks & scars(100 ml) ₹ 425
Sira Hot & Cold Knee Pain Pad, Hot & Cold Elbow Pain Pad, Hot & Cold Ankle Pain Pad, Pain Reliever Pad, ₹ 599
Stayfree Secure XL Ultra Thin Sanitary Napkins with Wings , Extra Large (30 Count) with Dry Max All Night Sanitary Napkin XL (7 Count) ₹ 551
SOFY Antibacteria Overnight XXL Sanitary Pad(Pack of 20) ₹ 300
Lula Mom Damask Blue Feeding Cloak Feeding Cloak(Navy Blue) ₹ 492

MomToBe Cotton Fabric Feeding/Nursing Pillow - HD Foam,Green, Bear Print

₹ 999
₹ 1,111 (10% off)
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mamma's maternity Women Breastfeeding Pillow

₹ 949
₹ 1,999 (53% off)
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Bio-Oil For Scars And Stretchmarks - 60Ml

₹ 395
₹ 450 (12% off)
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Agile Industries Hot Cold Ice Gel Pack Pouch Reusable Gel Beads

₹ 299
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Agile Industries Hot Cold Ice Gel Pack Pouch

₹ 369
₹ 999 (63% off)
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Whisper Ultra Plus Sanitary Pads XL Plus (44 Count)

₹ 385
₹ 549 (30% off)
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Motherly Nursing Breastfeeding Cover Scarf Cloth- Breast Feeding shawl (Gray/White Flower Print)

₹ 899
₹ 1,499 (40% off)
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COLORFLY DOT Printed Nursing Cover

₹ 300
₹ 1,000 (70% off)
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Baby Station Baby Nursing Cover (Violet)

₹ 549
₹ 1,425 (61% off)
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Lovable White Maternity Bra Non-Wired - 40C

₹ 470
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Clovia Women's Full Cup Nursing Bra (BR1224P15-36C_Purple_36 C)

₹ 399
₹ 999 (60% off)
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Marks & Spencer Full Cup Nursing Bra (Pack of 2)(T33738WHITE/BLACK_L_21642944)

₹ 3,299
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HERBOMINERAL Ayurvedic Bath Powder & Detox Body Wash, Exfoliating Body Care Scrub Ubtan Herbal & Natural – 300 Gm

₹ 299
₹ 399 (25% off)
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MahaGro Organic Herbal Bath Powder, 200g

₹ 199
₹ 299 (33% off)
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Anuhya Herbal Bath Powder, Yellow, 700 g (Pack of 2)

₹ 445
₹ 490 (9% off)
Buy on
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Viveka is known to her friends as a movie junkie who is also a creative fashion enthusiast in red lipstick. She's passionate about writing! Be it fashion, beauty or movies she is pro. In her free time, she loves to play badminton, cook and binge watch movies. She's also a great observer who has a quirky take on various things, well only close ones know this. Nothing stops her from personifying the creative game.

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