For starters, you usually end up with things you don\u2019t need. But most importantly, pregnancy is highly personal<\/strong>, so what one expectant mama needs to cope with her symptoms may be entirely different from what another mom requires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take morning sickness, as an example \u2014 some moms have an upset stomach all day every day up until they give birth, yet others go nausea-free all pregnancy. If you don\u2019t experience nausea and vomiting, you don\u2019t need a bunch of morning sickness products! You\u2019re better to just listen to your body and take it as you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Instead of overwhelming you with a bunch of \u201cmust-haves\u201d for pregnancy, we put together this post with our personal suggestions and recommended products to tackle the most common pregnancy pains; and we\u2019ve organized it by pain point so you can find exactly what you need for what you\u2019re currently experiencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Shopping Tip:<\/strong> <\/em>We suggest bookmarking this post so you can conveniently reference our list of pregnancy-safe products as you progress trimester-to-trimester and face new challenges along the way. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Plus, all of these products can be bought right on our website<\/a> or on Amazon. We understand that going out in public and shopping during the current pandemic can cause anxiety, especially since expecting moms want to limit their exposure to germs and viruses, so we made sure these products can all be delivered to your doorstep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our post walks you through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before we get to our product list (skip to it<\/a>), let\u2019s first introduce ourselves and explain why we care so much about the right products for mamas to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We started Bump Boxes when our founder, Christine, got pregnant and realized it was way too hard to find safe and effective products to address her pregnancy pains (without spending hours researching). So, since then, our goal has been to help pregnancy go smoother, and we do that best with our monthly Bump Box<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We love our Bump Boxes for first-time expecting mamas because it introduces them to pregnancy-safe brands <\/strong>and eliminates the need to seek out new products with every arising ache or discomfort \u2014 that means no more spending hours reading labels and looking up product ingredients! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you\u2019re a first-time mom or on your second, third, or fourth pregnancy, our Bump Boxes can easily help you feel pampered, and our subscription boxes give you something to look forward to each month that\u2019s just for you<\/strong>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n We customize and curate our subscription boxes around mom\u2019s due date so mom receives exactly what she needs for her pregnancy when<\/em> she needs it. And we pack each box with a variety of goods \u2014 without completely overloading mom \u2014 to cover all bases and ensure we\u2019re giving mom several useful products to try. Plus, we ship every box directly to your doorstep for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In our experience talking to, quite literally, thousands<\/em> of soon-to-be-mamas, we\u2019ve found most face four main pains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n And we can attest to these, as we have dealt with some of these similar discomforts in our own pregnancies, and we\u2019ve shipped over 500,000 Bump Boxes to mamas in the same boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t worry, there are plenty of helpful products to aid in the pregnancy journey. And we\u2019re not the only ones who think so; other moms rave about these products in the reviews, too! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Shopping Tip: <\/strong>Don\u2019t get us wrong, we\u2019re not saying each of these products will definitely work for every single mama. We suggest testing different solutions when experiencing discomfort to find what\u2019s best for your specific needs. <\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n A lot of moms deal with nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, whether it\u2019s caused by morning sickness or is a side effect of taking prenatal vitamins. As a result, many women need pregnancy-safe anti-nausea products that are safe and healthy enough to use on a regular basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our favorite morning sickness remedies<\/a> are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Shopping Tip:<\/strong> You can try a variety of morning sickness products when you order our First Trimester box. We pack the First Trimester Bump Box<\/a> with three of our most popular anti-nausea products, as well as a few fun gifts to celebrate this exciting time for mom-to-be and her baby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Stretch marks are just par for the course when your belly expands as much as it does during pregnancy. Keeping your skin well-moisturized can help to prevent stretch marks from forming, but products tailored specifically for stretch marks are more useful in reversing their appearance during and after pregnancy. Bringing us to one of the most commonly asked questions amongst those tackling stretch marks for the first time \u2014 what\u2019s the most effective: body butter, serum, or oil?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Shopping Tip:<\/strong> Don\u2019t limit yourself to just one type of stretch mark cream, we suggest a combination of the three since it\u2019s a blend of these moisturizing ingredients that really does the trick in smoothing stretch marks and treating itchy, dry skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When comparing stretch mark solutions, we suggest trying:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Interested in finding more pregnancy safe skin care products? Check out our <\/em>pregnancy skincare buying guide<\/em> for a list of our favorite cleansers, lotions, face masks, foot soaks, and more. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Back pain usually begins in the second trimester, and pain usually comes to a head during the third trimester right before the baby is born and the stomach is at its fullest. Not to mention, sleeping with a pregnant belly is tough \u2014 a lot of moms develop back pains just from contorting themselves in weird positions to get comfortable. Most moms find relief from pain and stiffness by using supports like belly belts and maternity leggings to reinforce their growing baby bump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Shopping Tip:<\/strong> We\u2019ve seen moms experience the most relief by using belly supports both day and<\/em> night. Belly bands ease back pain while you\u2019re up-and-active, while pregnancy pillows keep you in a healthier position to help you fight back pain while you sleep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from a growing belly and aching back, many moms swell during pregnancy; this is most common in the feet, ankles, and legs, but some moms experience puffy arms and face, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from compression socks for sore feet, OTC pain relievers for inflammation, and bath soaks to relax tense muscles, the best thing you can do to cope with body aches is to pamper yourself. You don\u2019t need a full spa day every day \u2014 we understand that\u2019s not always practical \u2014 but you should take some<\/em> time for yourself each day; schedule out a half hour to lay in the tub and decompress with a bath bomb, or give yourself 15 minutes to soak your tired feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our list of favorite products to help mom feel better includes: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Shopping Tip:<\/strong> Remember to remain mindful of scents when shopping for muscle soaks and essential oils, as some scents can trigger nausea or headaches amongst sensitive mamas. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Supplying yourself with the right products to ease pregnancy pains is just one half of preparing for pregnancy. Come the second trimester, it\u2019s time to think about putting together your hospital bag and gathering everything you\u2019ll need for the big day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Labor gowns might seem like regular hospital gowns, but they provide a little bit more functionality for mom. Besides the fact that they\u2019re a practical option for all moms, these gowns are typically sold in a wide variety of colors and styles to suit everybody\u2019s wardrobe preferences. With that, they\u2019re clearly the better option in comparison to the gowns hospitals provide. <\/p>\n\n\n\n While we don\u2019t sell a labor gown on our Bump Boxes site, there are still countless options to browse on Amazon. Obviously, personal preference will play a large role in what you select; but we suggest the Frida Nursing Gown<\/a> above the rest because it is made with soft-to-the-touch jersey-knit fabric, making it significantly more comfortable than any hospital gown we\u2019ve ever seen. The best part about it? It has pockets \u2014 bonus points for functionality!<\/p>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ll also want a pair or two of non-skid socks to go with your labor gown when the big day arrives. Not only do you want to wear socks in the delivery room for hygienic reasons, but you\u2019ll also need something with grippers on the bottom to keep your feet securely in place while in labor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When shopping non-skid socks, you\u2019ll find a ton of variety, from ultra-plush, fuzzy socks to the smaller ankle socks, but we recommend our stylish and comfy Mom Socks<\/a>\u00a0because they are cute enough where mom doesn\u2019t feel like she\u2019s clad in sad-looking hospital gear, but they also serve their purpose well. \u00a0It\u2019s also worth mentioning, standard hospital socks are generally thick and hot, but these socks are ultra-breathable to better regulate mom\u2019s temperature. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Of course, you\u2019ll also need a bag to transport all of your essentials from home to the delivery room. Sure, you can always grab a duffel bag or oversized purse from the closet, but usually, moms want something special for their big day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Savvy moms typically look for a hospital bag that can serve as a diaper bag post-birth so the Delivery Day bag isn\u2019t a one-time-use kind of purchase. We have a handful of suitable bags on our site, but we really love our Jill and Julie Mommy & Baby Bag<\/a> because it’s multi-purpose, durable, and easy to clean up when accidents happen. We even carry it in three different colors to give mom a little variety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pro Shopping Tip:<\/strong> You can also shop several <\/em>other diaper bags on our Bump Boxes website<\/a><\/em>, as we\u2019ve steadily grown our collection of practical, stylish, and affordable diaper bags. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n After your little one arrives and you\u2019re no longer faced with pregnancy challenges, you\u2019ll need the right products to tackle motherhood, such as baby carriers and breastfeeding wraps to care for your baby on-the-go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Convenient services, including meal kits or home cleaning services, never hurt, either, as they free up time so you can focus your attention on parenthood instead of household chores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
How Bump Boxes Makes Shopping for Pregnancy Simple (And Convenient)<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Morning Sickness & Nausea<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Stretch Marks<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Back Pains<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Body Aches<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Pregnancy Products to Prepare for Delivery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Labor Gowns<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Our Do\u2019s & Don\u2019ts to Shopping for Pregnancy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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