Feeding Our Newborn
The following guide covers the most important items for feeding our Newborn.
Part 2 of “Essentials You Need When Bringing Home a Newborn”
Feeding Essentials is a great section! Here are the key newborn-feeding essentials to cover:
Feeding Essentials for a Newborn
If breastfeeding:
- Nursing bras
- Breast pads
- Nipple cream
- Nursing pillow
- Burp cloths
- Breast pump, if needed
- Milk storage bags or containers
- Breast milk storage/cooling supplies
If formula feeding:
- Newborn bottles
- Slow-flow/newborn nipples
- Formula
- Bottle brush
- Bottle sterilizer or a way to sterilize bottles
- Formula dispenser for on-the-go feeding
- Burp cloths
For both:
A Boppy Nursing Pillow – A must-have for comfortable newborn feeding!
Why it’s useful:
- Supports baby’s head and spine during feeding
- Helps improve feeding comfort and positioning
- Can reduce arm and back strain
- Useful for both breastfeeding and bottle-feeding
- Easy to keep nearby for frequent newborn feedings
- Cover is removeable and washable
- Multi-functional allowing use for Tummy Time, and sitting your baby upright after feeding as they grow

A small diaper-changing setup nearby—because newborns have impeccable timing! 😊
You don’t need to buy every feeding gadget available. Start with the basics and add items as you learn what works best.
When feeding baby, having the right essentials ready can make the transition smoother and less stressful.
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More to come on Essentials You Need For A New Baby…..
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