Review: My Top 5 Pregnancy Items

When I was pregnant with Arthur, I suffered horrendously with hip pain to the point I was struggling to get up and down the stairs some days. This time around since using the Dreamgenii support pillow, I’m finding that it’s definitely not been as bad and I’ve been much more comfortable in bed. I love that it supports both my growing bump and my lower back, as well as helping to prevent me from rolling onto my back in my sleep which is something I always worry about.

Love Leggings offer a massive selection of various colours, lengths and fit and cater right up to a size 28. I purchased both the cropped and standard length black maternity leggings and have struggled to wear anything else since. They are lovely and thick with a cosy brushed inside and FINALLY, a pair of leggings that you cannot see through! I absolutely love these and will be most definitely be purchasing more in every colour. Everyone needs a pair of Love Leggings in their life…you can thank me later!

I opted for the backpack style changing bag and have been using it every single day since I received it. It is big enough to pack everything I need for a day out with 3 children whilst also still being comfortable to carry, or if preferred you can attach it onto your pushchair with the included straps. The bag has multiple compartments and insulated pockets, perfect for storing bottles and drinks.

The pre packed items also took away the added stress of baby prep as it included everything you need for those first couple of days. Birth Bag literally have everything covered so you don’t have to worry! They also offer options for twin pregnancies and the Dads too and you can even add a range of extras into your bag.

Classic Birth Bag Contents:

10 Natracare Maternity Pads (Organic and very soft)

1 Pair of Bed Socks (Colours Vary)

1 Pair of White Towelling Slippers

1 Pair of Washable Bamboo Breast Pads

6 Bamaboo Size 1 Nappies in a sealed trial pack (eco friendly biodegradable natural bamboo nappies)

100% Cotton White Muslin Square

Mum & You 100% Biodegradable Baby Wipes (suitable for newborn skin)

Wooden Travel Hairbrush

Dental Kit containing Bamboo Toothbrush and Colgate Toothpaste

Biodegradable Nappy Bags

BirthBag Cotton Drawstring Washbag Containing:

Anyah Moisturising Body Lotion, 30ml EU Ecolabel Certified

Anyah Moisturising Body Wash, 30ml EU Ecolabel Certified

Anyah Revitalising Conditioning Shampoo, 30ml EU Ecolabel Certified

Anyah Massage Vegetable Soap with Jojoba Oil, 20grm EU Ecolabel Organic Certified

Hairband

Lip Balm

White Cotton Washcloth

BirthBag Baby’s First Outfit Keepsake Bag Containing:

(Use it first in your hospital bag to keep all of baby’s tiny clothes together, use it later as a keepsake bag for babies first outfit)

White Cotton Scratch Mitts

White Cotton Hat

White Knitted Booties

Hello World disk for your first photo of baby

If you’re anything like me and procrastination is your best friend rather than being organised, then I highly recommend you check out Birth Bag.

Paracetamol just wasn’t cutting it anymore so I gave the glide-on gel a try and wow…the relief was almost instant! Bonus points for how cooling it felt too as its safe to say that thanks to hormones, I’ve just felt like I was constantly overheating! The product dried quickly once applied and did not leave behind a sticky residue and the smell was quite pleasant too, very different to the smell of Deep Heat for those of you that are familiar with that range. I love how compact it is and easy to just throw into a bag to take out and about if you need to reapply throughout the day.

The pain relief cold patches were also perfect for night time and the aches and pains of trying to get comfortable in bed. I just popped one of the patches on my lower back just before getting into bed and it provided relief all night. I will definitely be stocking up on these to help ease the aches and pains that will no doubt continue postpartum due to life with 3 children!