Prepping for postpartum
There’s nothing better than cutting the tags off all your newborn’s clothes, washing them, and neatly organizing them into drawers where they will sit while they await your baby’s arrival...or is there?
We think there is. As you create the perfect haven for your newborn, make sure you also set yourself up for postpartum success. Here are some of our favorite tips and products for setting up a postpartum capsule wardrobe.
Tip #1: Create an intentional and inviting space.
First, decide where you will house your postpartum wardrobe. If you have space, a rack can be a special place to display your clothes. If you have curious and adventurous toddlers, drawers and/or cubbies may fit your lifestyle better.
Move your pieces to the top drawer so you don’t have to search for them, especially if you have a cesarean section and have limited mobility. If you know that you will be too tempted to force yourself to squeeze into your pre-pregnancy clothes, feel free to store them elsewhere--out of sight, out of mind.
Use storage cubbies for easy access and organization. We’ve found that the Container Store has some of our favorites for cultivating a functional and visually pleasing space
Tip #2: Start with your base layer.
Begin with quality undies and bras for comfort, support, and easy nursing access, if applicable.
Once you have a solid foundation, choose items that can layer well, e.g., supportive tank, support leggings, a flowy dress or kaftan, and/or an oversized button down (pro tip: these can also be found in menswear).
Remember to add accessories that make you feel comfortable and confident, such as a baseball cap or other hat, scarves or wraps that can double as a nursing cover or baby blanket, and shoes that are easy to slip on and off hands free.
Tip #3: Treat yourself to a few staples.
When everyone else is giving you items for your baby, remember to gift yourself. It’s perfectly acceptable to use that Target BABY gift card to buy yourself something.
When purchasing items for your postpartum wardrobe, remember that size is only a number. Choose items that will complement your changing body and keep you feeling good about yourself, rather than trying to buy a “goal” outfit.
Get your postpartum prep started with a bang! Our adore bralettes are a mom-life staple for their comfort and easy breastfeeding access.
Pro Tip: Get limited edition bundles for a great price, during our holiday sales.
Comment below to win a $50 Bao Bei gift card to use towards postpartum wardrobe essentials. Tell us what you've been inspired to do to prep for postpartum, or if you've been through postpartum prep, what would your advice be to a new mama!
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This was my 3rd and final postpartum experience. I purchased myself a few pairs of your recovery shorts and leggings along with some bralettes. The recovery shorts and leggings/shorts are my go-to for all day support even 8 months postpartum trying to recover from diastasis recti. I love that they provide the extra coverage since I’m also nursing/pumping so I don’t feel like I’m completely undressing every time. The bralettes are so comfy and stretchy so there’s no annoying discomfort when I’m engorged and also easy pull-down access for quick nursing. I prepped by getting all my postpartum gear washed and organized on my side of bedroom for easy access. Also created a mama storage cart for my pumping essentials, snacks, and water.
There are a lot of physical ways to prep for postpartum like having supplies, organizing, meal prep, etc. This time around, I’m prepping myself mentally for the postpartum phase – be kind to yourself, communicate to your close circle what you need and what’s not helpful, rest, etc.
My non gifted me baobei support postpartum leggings and the baobei bralette. Those two prices are my postpartum go to’s. I love them! If your prepping for postpartum or in postpartum and aren’t sure what to get add these two items to your wardrobe!
I didn’t think of postpartum planning other than nursing bras and loose shirts. After having an unplanned cesarean birth 6 months ago I needed way more than that! Thankfully my husband was so encouraging to get what I needed to heal and support myself because only when I’m healthy is baby happy! So I invested in some support bike short and leggings and they were a game changer! Thanks for making great products! I have a bralette on my Christmas list!
Didn’t even think to do this postpartum with my first and second, but pregnant with my third and plan to splurge since this will most likely be the last postpartum I’ll experience. I’ll be chasing around two active boys (5yr and 2yr), so will be using this guide as well as @Karrie_locher guide for setting up a space just for myself. We all deserve it!
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