Essentials for Moms Headed Back to Work After Maternity Leave

These items make getting back to work a little easier.

June 10, 2022

By: Amanda Mushro

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For The Working Mama

Heading back to work after maternity leave is stressful on a new mom. From making sure your baby is in good hands while you’re at work, finding clothes that fit your postpartum body, and figuring out how to balance a new baby with being a working mom, you’ll need some help to make this working mom gig a little easier. We’ve rounded up ten of our favorite products that can help you ease into the transition.

Momcozy Double Wearable Breast Pump

When it’s time to pump at work, you’ll want to be hands free so you can relax, enjoy a snack or a drink, or take a few minutes to look at all the adorable pictures of your baby. With this wearable breast pump, you can do all of that and not worry that you’ll spill any of the milk. This highly rated pump is budget-friendly and has many raves from new moms.

BUY IT: Amazon, $99.99

Insulated Freezer Bag

Make bringing your breastmilk home more convenient with this insulated bag. With plenty of room for bags or bottles, you can easily pump and pack up your breastmilk to take home for your little one.

BUY IT: Amazon, $16.99

Aura Digital Frame

Your phone is loaded with adorable pictures of your baby and with the Aura Digital Frame, you can upload those photos and look at them while you work. Plus your caregiver can even upload pictures so you have fresh new adorable pics to admire all day.

BUY IT: Amazon, $159.00

Tote Bag with Charger

Treat yourself to a new work bag that will hold everything you need for work and pumping. This tote even has a place to charge your phone. It’s lightweight, waterproof, and has plenty of pockets to store all of your belongings without getting lost in the bottom of the bag.

BUY IT: Amazon, $26.99

Motivational Water Bottle

You're so busy taking care of everyone else, make sure you are taking care of you. This water bottle will keep you sipping all day so you can stay hydrated and feeling your best. It comes in a ton of colors and the straw makes sipping all day super easy.

BUY IT: Amazon, $15.99

Aquamamma Hydrating Powder

Kick your hydration up a notch with Aquamamma hydration packets. Each packet contains Vitamin C, Magnesium and Folic Acid to help keep you hydrated. Not only will the hydration make pumping easier, but you'll feel better too. Plus it’s free of all the stuff you don’t want and is low in sugar, low sodium, low calorie, and contains no artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners.

BUY IT: Amazon, $24.99

Planner and To-Do List

We’ll be the first to admit, mom brain is real. So writing everything down is the key to success. This planner and to-do list will help you remember all of the things you need to do, want to do, and almost forgot to do.

BUY IT: Amazon, $13.99

Nursing Bra

If you’re a nursing mom, you’ll need a comfortable nursing bra. This highly rated three pack is perfect for work or at home. The demi cut makes it a great shape for different styles of shirts and the fabric is soft and breathable.

BUY IT: Amazon, $19.99-$29.99

The Perfect Work Dress

If you need to give your work wardrobe a refresh, this dress comes in tons of colors, has thousands of positive reviews, and can be dressed up or down. Plus, it has pockets!

BUY IT: Amazon, $31.44-$36.99

Bento Box

Make sure you have snacks and meals that will help keep you feeling full and energized all day at work. This bento box has plenty of compartments so you can pack a late breakfast, a few snacks, and lunch. All of the boxes snap together for easy packing and travel.

BUY IT: Amazon, $26.95

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