Let’s keep it real. You don’t need 1,000 fancy gadgets. But a few basics go a long way: a comfy nursing bra, nipple cream (your new best friend), breast pads, a good water bottle, and a Boppy or nursing pillow.
You might also want a pump (even just a manual one), milk storage bags, and snacks stashed everywhere like a breastfeeding squirrel. Hydration and calories matter.
Also: chapstick. Because nursing makes your whole body dry for some reason. No one talks about it. But it’s real.