Doula Favorites

Purchasing items for you and your new baby is a fun part of nesting. So here is a little list of favorites! I tell my doula clients that there is no need to purchase anything but the basics before baby arrives. If you’re overwhelmed with choices, wait and see if your unique baby will actually need any of the popular “extras”. Your postpartum doula should see you and your baby, and make informed recommendations. Many parents have success finding used items for lower prices. Utilize “buy nothing” facebook groups, Golden Gate Mothers group, second-hand baby stores (Chloe’s Closet in SF), or borrowing items from friends.

  • Kitchen Doula

    Co-owned by two Bay Area doulas and a classically trained chef. This awesome company cooks and delivers nutrient dense foods to your door. Supporting pregnancy, postpartum, lactation, and general healing & recovery. I love their soups/stews and easy to eat with one hand snacks.

    Use code ZORA15 for 15% off your entire order.

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  • WELEDA Calendula Diaper Cream

    12% Zinc Oxide, great for diaper rash.

    I find it easier to wipe off than some of the other Zinc Oxide diaper creams.

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  • Mrs. Patel’s Chia Spice Lactation Tea

    Delicious! Unique flavor for a lactation tea. Warming spices and rooibos.

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  • My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow

    Love the firm, flat cushion for supporting baby’s straight spine. Also, the back support and strap helps pillow (and baby) stay in place through wiggling and adjusting!

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  • Keekaroo Peanut Changer

    Solid, but soft surface. Easy to clean, without adding to laundry pile.

    Pricy to buy new ($149.95), but can often be found second hand.

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  • Earth Mama Booby Tubes

    Can be used warm or cold for breast comfort.

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  • Frida Upside Down Peri Bottle

    Postpartum portable bidet is a step up from the one hospitals send home.

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  • Three Stone Hearth

    Cooperative kitchen in Berkeley. Nutrient-dense prepared foods to be picked up in store, or delivered to your home. I love the slow cooked bone-broths, seasonal stews, and chicken liver pate. All delivered in returnable mason jars.

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  • Natural Resources, SF

    The Natural Resources All Families Foundation, in the Mission SF.

    “Natural Resources offers holistic classes, effective products, and a warm and inclusive community, all with the goal of nurturing families from pregnancy through early childhood.”

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  • REDYPER Compostable Diaper Service, SF

    Doorstep pick up of dirty diapers for composting & drop off of diapers and wipes.

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  • Silverette Nursing Cups

    Protective and soothing silver nipple covers.

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  • Happiestbaby, Sleepea 5-Second Baby Swaddle

    100% Organic cotton, snug, and easy to use.

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  • Simple wishes, Adjustable Hands Free Pumping Bra

    Removable straps, adjustable velcro panel, and zipper front are convenient.

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  • The First Forty Days

    The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother by Amely Greeven, Heng Ou, Marisa Belger

    Love this cookbook! Meals, snacks, teas, etc. I have my doula clients bookmark what their interested in and bring the ingredients to cook overnight. Book is easy to find used. Linked a used version below:

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