My sister messaged me the other day asking what a first-time mom absolutely needs. And as I was typing back, I realized, I had a lot to say! Yes, there are the must-have items for baby that make functioning with a newborn easier, but just as important are the must-have items for mom herself. Because when you're navigating that steep learning curve, the best gifts aren't things, they are permissions-permissions to rest, permission to seek support, and permission to gently reclaim your presence in a body and life that feels completely different.

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Four months ago, we welcomed our second little boy — a spring-time baby with the sweetest smile. My first postpartum experience was incredibly challenging, and this time around, I was determined to have a better journey. While I’m still in the early days of being a mom to two, I’m already noticing how different this postpartum period feels, and I wanted to share some of the things I’m doing to better navigate this new phase in our life.

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