A few months ago we shared our pregnancy edit to keep you stylish throughout each of your trimesters. Now we’re back with the motherhood edit. The months after the arrival of a new baby can be tricky to navigate, but whether you’re looking for stylish nursing wear or products that will entertain your little one and look great in your home, we’ve got you covered…
FOR MOM
1. POINTELLE PYJAMA TOP AND BOTTOMS – FRUGI
You’ll likely live in pyjamas for the first few weeks, so investing in a stylish but practical pair is a must. These pyjamas work equally as well in the labour room as they do once you’ve arrived home. Made from super-soft organic cotton, the bottoms are incredibly comfortable and roomy for your bump;whilst the Pointelle top comes with a stretchy hidden panel that can be easily lifted for nursing and adjusted to offer extra support for your bust.
2. ZELLIE WOBURN BABY CHANGING BAG – HIPPY CHICK
The contents of your bag might have changed somewhat but there’s still no reason a changing bag can’t be as stylish as your regular handbag. Enter The Woburn, by Zellie, a premium designer changing bag made of sleek vegan leather. From the outside, The Woburn looks like a beautifully designed, classic day bag but zip it open and you’ll find every pocket and compartment you need to keep organised as a new mom. It’s incredibly roomy and they really have thought of everything: from specifically insulated pouches for food and bottles to slots for your wet wipes, room for your tablet and a seperate changing mat included. The ultimate fashion investment which will see you through those first weeks, months and years.
3. BREASTFEEDING STARTER KIT – LILY AND RIBBON
Get your breastfeeding journey off to the best start with this starter kit: a combo of a super soft nursing bra and a mix of day and night reusable nursing pads (that are breathable, anti-slip, anti-odour and sustainable).
4. MATERNITY AND NURSING SERENITY DRESSING GOWN – LILY AND RIBBON
A lightweight, soft dressing gown which is ideal for stuffy hospital rooms; keeping you covered up without feeling the least bit stuffy. The black lace design makes it a stylish addition to your maternity and nursing wardrobe, whilst its roomy nature makes it ideal for skin to skin time with your newborn.
FOR BABY
1.LIONS AND TIGERS NEWBORN GROSNUG – GROBAG
Take the guesswork out of dressing your baby for bed with Grobag’s Grosnug: a specially designed 2-in-1 grobag and swaddle for newborns; which allows you to soothingly swaddle your baby but also ensure they’re perfectly clothed to match your room temperature. Each super-soft cotton Grosnug comes with a room thermometer and guidance on how to dress your baby depending on the temperature of your room.
2. BABY CARRIER MINI – BABY BJORN
Stay close to your little one with Baby Bjorn’s carrier mini; which allows you to go about your day hands-free and soothe your baby with constant close contact. This neutral grey design is perfectly gender neutral whilst the incredibly soft 3D Jersey fabric is ideal for newborn’s sensitive skin.
3. CLOBY BAMBOO AND COTTON SWADDLE – HIPPY CHICKS
This delicate, silky swaddle blanket is made from a combination of gentle bamboo and cotton; providing a cosy yet lightweight layer for your little one. Use as a traditional swaddle or add the included leather clips to secure your swaddle to your car seat, stroller or when in use as a nursing cover.
4. BOUNCER BLISS – BABY BJORN
Another recommendation from Baby Bjorn is their Bouncer Bliss-a stylish, minimalistic bouncer that fits seamlessly into any home. It’s ergonomic so it relies on your baby’s natural movement to create a steady and natural rocking motion and is made from the same jersey cotton as their baby carrier too.
5.TRADITIONAL ROCKING CHAIR – THE BABY COT SHOP
No nursery is complete with a rocking chair and they don’t come much more stylish that the Notte Fatata Rocking chair; which is handcrafted from solid wood and beautiful upholstered. A truly antique style item to pass down the generations.
6.ORGANIC BABIES NEWBORN COLLECTION – GREEN PEOPLE
A beautiful selection on organic baby skincare products that are recommended by midwives. A staple for your changing bag, the collection features a scent-free gentle baby wash and shampoo, a nourishing baby oil, a chamomile calming nappy cream and a must-have soothing nipple balm for breastfeeding moms.
7. SHNUGGLE AIR COT – SHNUGGLE
A contemporary sleep solution that allows you to keep a close eye on your little one. The Shnuggle air has breathable mesh, zip down sides which allows you to check up on your newborn from the comfort of your own bed, a gentle incline option to help with reflux and can be converted to a cot when you find your newborn has grown up so fast!
8.100% ORGANIC COT MATTRESS – THE LITTLE GREEN SHEEP
The Little Green Sheep are known for their luxury and natural nursery products and their 100% organic mattress is the perfect purchase for when your newborn graduates to a cot. Using hypoallergenic wool, Herringbone cotton and coconut, this mattress is both free from harmful chemicals and breathable.
GIFTING IDEAS
1. SWEET&SPARKLING BRIGHT BUNDLE – LITTLE BUNDLE BOX
A gift that’s as equally pleasing to mom and baby. With items including a designer cotton onesie and handmade leather shoes for the newborn and a bottle of dealcoholised sparkling wine and luxury truffles for some must needed indulgence for mom!
2. SUPER MUM’S BACK – MUM’S BACK
Everything mom’s will have craved over the past nine months in one handy (and beautifully presented!) hamper. Crammed with wine, gin, cheese, chutney, pate, chocolate and more-it’s a luxuriously bundle that any mom to be will be extremely happy to receive.
3.MAMA FOOD MADE EASY – VEGAN APRON
There’s one thing that any sleepless, frazzled new mom will be beyond grateful for: food! A stocked cupboard can slip down the list of priorities with a newborn to take care of so gifting this ‘Mama food made easy’ package will ensure both mom and baby are well fed and at their best!
The luxury postpartum package, which can be preordered now but won’t be available until September, includes 6 weeks worth of simply to follow recipe boxes (extra brownie points if you batch cook them too and pop in mom’s freezer!) for healing vegan Ayurvedic recipes, easy to hold snacks and a lactation tea blend. Highlights include Quinoa Breakfast Bowl, Cardamom Shortbread and Lentil Stew.
Jenna Farmer is a freelance journalist and blogger. She writes regularly for Top Sante, The Independent and Metro Online- as well as running her own blog A Balanced Belly about gluten-free, healthy travels and her pregnancy journey.
