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I've done it twice - Canadian Mom pregnancy and newborn must-haves... just trust

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I have two kids (1 and 4) This is my list of tried and true products and clothes that got me through the hard times.
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This is the only swaddle you should try… get two… get three… It is the most amazing night sleep for mom and baby
Swaddelini
 
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I used this for both my babies and I don't think I could have slept without it. The camera is not great but it is nice to have both working together.
Owlet® Dream Sock
 
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The softest most stretchy swaddle with the most adorable prints. Yes they are a bit pricey but you only need one or two. Buy everything they have… the covers, the hats, the bibs, the bows! Now they have clothes too; I wish they had that when my kids ...
Copper Pearl
 
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You cannot live without this item if you breastfeed. It is a dual use item so girl math says it is half off… just saying.
Copper Pearl Multi-Use Cover
 
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My babies slept in this for the first year of their lives. You need one… sorry, you just do.
Graco Pack 'n Play
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For the older baby, not nessessary but it is very nice to have.
Trifold Pack N Play Mattress
 
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Little finger nails are hard to cut… so don't even try.
Haakaa Baby Nail Trimmer Electric Safe, Pink
 
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Yep it seems nasty but you have to do it. It works so good and little baby will feel so much better.
FridaBaby Nosefrida The Snotsucker Nasal Aspirator
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No one thinks of this but I gift it to all my friends at their baby shower. Seems weird until you need it.
oogiebear - Patented Nose and Ear Gadget, 2 Pack
 
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I know, it's expensive… But everyone has them for a reason. SOOOO good!
VISTA V2 Stroller
 
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This thing lasted through 2 babies and now I am hanging it down to a friend. Amazing!
MESA V2 Infant Car Seat
 
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Front seat for baby #2 … you'll need it one day
VISTA V2 RumbleSeat
 
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You NEED this. One was almost enough to last the newborn stage. Buy 2.
All-Natural Stain Remover Stick
 
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I love uppababy!
REMI Playard
 
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You need a landing pad for baby so you can get things done!
rockaRoo Rocker
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Great for warmer weather. Baby will not leave this for weeks after they are born.
Baby Wraps
 
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Adorable and bigger than you would think
Mini Classic Bag II
 
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Listen, it isnt huge but it is cute
Changing Backpack
 
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If you have big kids you need this!
W2 Elite Double Stroller Wagon
 
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It is the top rated chair for a reason
Clikk High Chair
 
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Amazing… just ugh… amazing
Freestyle Hands-free Breast Pump | Snuggle Bugz | Canada's Baby Store
 
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Everything haaka is it… just buy
Silicone Breast Pump With Cap - 100ml
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For on the go, but also sometimes the hand bump does stuff the other pump can't
Perfect Pair Bundle | Snuggle Bugz | Canada's Baby Store
 
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Any brush will do but… you need one
Bottle Brush with Nipple Cleaner and Stand - Grey
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The verticle design is very nice for counter space
Space Saving Drying Rack
 
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Sorry, you need this too
One Step Baby Bottle Sterilizer Dryer Advanced
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You never know what type of soother baby is going to like. This pack has it all.
Try-it Pacifier Collection
 
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Both my kids used the same one every night, it's still going strong.
Sleeping Bag - 2.5 Togs
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You are going to find you need one of these eventually
WhispEars Noise Cancelling Ear Muffs
 
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White noise is soothing to baby. The battery life is wild!
Hush Portable All-Natural White Noise Sound Machine | Snuggle Bugz | Canada's Baby Store
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It's a classic. So good.
Goodnight Moon Board Book | Indigo
 
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I introduced this bunny to both my babies, the noise is supposed to help let them know it's time to sleep.
Bashful Bunny Ring Rattle, Blush
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This one is my favourite, only because for some reason I find it funny that they get ready for bed… then go exercise
The Going to Bed Book | Indigo
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I love a set. So cute. So warm. So mom.
MAMA 2-piece Rib-knit Set
 
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Another landing pad for putting baby down.
Baby Lounger 0-12 Months, Newborn Lounger Nest Sleeper
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Beautiful wrap. The best fabric for all seasons.
Stormy Houndstooth Wrap
 
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The best landing spot for changing baby. Absolutely the best! It is so easy to clean and has lived on my kids dresser for 5 years.
Peanut® Changer
 
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Convertable and easy to clean. We have had ours for 5 years. Gets used everyday.
Ingenuity Trio Elite 3-In-1 High Chair - Braden
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I bought both my kids one of these when they were born and it has been a prized possession. My son had it as a change pad, prop up blanket, cuddle blanket for outdoor activity snuggles, and then used it as his toddler bed blanket for years. Now he kn...
Cotton Muslin Baby Quilt - Meadow

Maternity

 
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This thing is amazing for a big belly. As you rub it, the bar warms up and makes the most amazing massage. It glides so easy and smells amazing. Every time my midwife felt my tubby she said, “wow that's so soft.”
Therapy
 
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Such a great item to have as it gets colder. Extendable for baby, easy to walk the big brother to school in style. Girl math = 2 coats for 1 so it's almost free.
MAMA Before & After Babywearing Puffer Coat
 
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I lived in these through two pregnancies and handed them down. They last, the fit great, they are perfect.
MAMA Skinny Jeans
 
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It's a no brainer… buy them all!
MAMA 2-pack Jersey Leggings
 
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This, with a nice graphic tee tied up and sneakers. Muah!
MAMA Ribbed Jersey Skirt
 
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You only need 700 of these. Trust me.
MAMA 3-pack Nursing Tank Tops
 
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The most amazing jeans, you will want to wear them even when you are no pregnant.
MAMA Super Skinny Jeans
 
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Use this in the shower and rinse it off. It is so much easier than having to moisturize and dress your uncomfortable body when you are really big.
NIVEA In-Shower Nourishing Body Lotion 13.5 oz
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This is so important. Speak to your doc first always and wait till 37 weeks at least but please collect this liquid gold.
haakaa Colostrum Collector Syringes, 0.1oz/4ml, 2pcs
 
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Record all pregnancy and baby milestones easily. Recall everything baby does so one day when a friend asks, you don't answer “I don't remember,” you can say, “let me look.”
Memories and Milestones Baby Journal
 
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Beautiful, comfy, and stylish.
MAMA Knit Dress
 
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Soft and cute
MAMA Ribbed Jersey Skirt
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I wish I would have worn something like this.
MAMA Jersey Dress
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This two piece looks so soft and comfy
MAMA 2-piece Ribbed Set
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Amazing to have a few of these in your wardrobe if you are planning to nurse.
MAMA Before & After 2-pack Maternity/nursing Tops
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I absolutely lived in these for my first few months with my baby. These and some tight shorts and a light housecoat.
MAMA 2-pack Seamless Nursing Bras
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So cute and plush and great for the cold weather
MAMA Knit Dress
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Teddy bear? Umm yes please!
MAMA Hooded Teddy Bear Jacket