25 NEWBORN ESSENTIALS & Baby Products I *REGRET* Buying UK 2023!

25 NEWBORN ESSENTIALS & Baby Products I REGRET Buying UK 2023!

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Жыл бұрын

Hello my loves & welcome back! Today's video is a list of 25 newborn essentials I loved using with my first baby & will definitely be using again with my second. I also talk about baby products I regret buying! Hope any soon-to-be or new mamas find this video helpful in some way - let me know any other videos like this you'd like me to do! xxxxxxx
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What I used last time:
Snuz4: www.stylink.it/Dow5Teyy4
Elvie Pump: www.stylink.it/Y2V3h5LLM
TT Prep Machine: www.stylink.it/r6VJh0VVA
Mamaroo chair: www.stylink.it/olVyhwJJ3
Aquascale baby bath: www.stylink.it/GG03Hzdd1
Bottle warmer: www.stylink.it/zNVxhmrr0
What I’m using this time:
Medela Pump: www.stylink.it/ZdV3iZaaB
MAM Bottles: www.stylink.it/PNa3hw223
Babybrezza: www.stylink.it/7PlNipQ5n
TT UV Steriliser: www.stylink.it/BVN5Uoevn
Cassia Swing: www.stylink.it/Rwv3Ig5PV
Angelcare Mesh Seat: www.stylink.it/QOj3TRmeG
Other baby items:
Nappy bin: www.stylink.it/Dow5TeyY4
Drying rack: amzn.to/3L5l5am
Moses basket: www.stylink.it/LMkaI1pxG
Newborn playmat: www.stylink.it/noVyTOw9O
Swaddle: amzn.to/3ymI752
White noise machine: amzn.to/3kXyGGc
Washable playmat: www.stylink.it/Y2V3h5L0M
Nappy caddy: www.stylink.it/aPVDioljr
Bathtime thermometer: www.stylink.it/yBVqfZmz9
Bjorn bouncer: www.stylink.it/vMVGI2qeL
Baby pod: www.stylink.it/jQVySrjbQ
Nappy bag: www.stylink.it/yBVqfZmzY
Owlet monitor: www.stylink.it/5jJ1ipgyy

Пікірлер: 141

@Jessicaahodgsonn Жыл бұрын

Me without any children watching like 👁️👄👁️

@lisabill3664 Жыл бұрын

Take 📝 notes.

@Mrsdumee Жыл бұрын

@@lisabill3664 why ? maybe not everyone doesn’t want children 😉

@MummyMunday Жыл бұрын

@@Mrsdumee pretty sure she wouldn’t be watching if she didn’t want kids ?! .

@hannahtraviss4573 Жыл бұрын

Same girlie 😂 📝 x

@mh3242 Жыл бұрын

Same hahah

@EnchantedBeautyx Жыл бұрын

I feel like, my biggest advice for anyone who really wants to breast feed id suggest stay away from pumping. It’s quite common that pumping can mess up your supply. It’s always best to establish a feeding schedule exclusively on breast first. I think it’s mostly recommended to start using breast pumps after 6 weeks. I’d also recommend not buying formula (just in case) this puts the temptation to almost give up too soon at the first obstacle you may come across. For example a very common mistake women think when they are BFing their baby is that when they are constantly on you and wanting milk the mum often thinks their supply isn’t there. But a lot of the time this really isnt the case! Your baby is cluster feeding and establishing a supply and this is extremely normal! The first few weeks of breastfeeding is the hardest and once you get past that you usually shouldn’t find any problems. Please note I know Obviously everyone is different, some may disagree, I’m just offering my own personal experience breast fed 2 babies till they were 2 ♥️

@bethtonner2457 Жыл бұрын

Great advice! I didn’t agree with the buying “emergency formula” either as breastfeeding is hard, it’s so easy to cave in but on day 4 your milk isn’t even fully in. I breastfed two babies till nearly 2 years old. It’s just one of those things you just need to perserveer with if you genuinely want to do it ❤

@abigailkeagle6249 Жыл бұрын

Couldn't disagree more. I liked having an emergency formula in the cupboard because if my milk suddenly dried up at 2am I knew I had a backup. I breastfed for 4 weeks and only used formula once... didn't really feel tempted just gave it to her hoping for extra sleep and it didn't work so didn't bother afterwards. I'm also aware 4 weeks isn't very long and that it takes at least 6 weeks to settle into a BF routine but I had severe mastitis which ended up forcing me to stop breastfeeding. Shame I'd have loved to have done longer but don't regret giving it up obviously now that I have a healthy 3 Yr old.

@xXxRachxXx Жыл бұрын

100% agree with this. I remember having issues with my latch so I attempted a pump but when I thought I wasn't getting much I panicked (day 3). Thankfully my neighbour was a breastfeeding consultant and came over in the morning after a 2am text. My baby was on me for 40 mins to an hour each feed too so you can imagine how painful that was. There's definitely not enough information about breastfeeding out there. However, on the other hand, if you cannot product just remember that fed is best.

@Musicchez85 Жыл бұрын

I’m glad I had emergency formula in when I was breast feeding my 4th child as 6 weeks after she was born I was rushed to hospital in middle of the night and baby couldn’t be took in on the ward as I had have morphine iv and such and if wasn’t for emergency formula I had in just in case her dad wouldn’t able to fed her in the middle of the night . I know not common that mother would be rushed into emergency hospital and operated on but never know what’s around the corner so best to be safe then sorry . Everyone is different of course and one thing we all agree on is we do what’s best for our own baby ❤ xx

@linhduong0809 9 ай бұрын

I pumped exclusively, my supply was always excessive. Very diligent with my pump schedule for the first 8 weeks though. Night nor day every 2 hours.

@aishasaid4996 Жыл бұрын

I can’t express how thankful I am for this video. I am currently pregnant and super overwhelmed with the amount of things on the market. Good luck with your journey ❤

@samchamberlain3091 Жыл бұрын

I'm not pregnant and don't plan on having kids but I find these videos so great for understanding what my friends will need when pregnant, or post partem! It's also great for baby shower ideas, thank you! 💕😊

@kathleenharris-officialmus261 Жыл бұрын

Age 38 and just found out that I am expecting again. Times have changed as its been almost a decade since my last so found this very useful. Thank you. Xx

@lauramissen8560 Жыл бұрын

Aww congrts I 34 to twins boys who are 14 months is had but worjt dnr eve fails me we may tehr ri baby number 3 in couple of months

@zoelouboo Жыл бұрын

My little girl is 13 months old and this vlog has brought back all the lovely newborn/postpartum memories. Elle you have made me sooooo broody 🫣😆🫶

@cynthiadenniston8741 Жыл бұрын

❤️❤️❤️❤️ I watched your last vlog last night and I couldn't stop smiling because you're a lovely family you and Con are such great parents Saint is so good with his words at his age love to allxx

@chloerebecca Жыл бұрын

Am i pregnant? No. Do i plan on anytime soon? No. Will I still watch for elle? YESSS 🫶🏻 That tracksuit colour suits you sm!! literally glowing xx

@lucielove7323 Жыл бұрын

Pregnant with baby g number 4 and really enjoyed your video , it was really in-depth and I love hearing about other mothers thoughts and opinion about certain baby products , your positive attitude makes it that much mor enjoyable to watch 😊 Thank you ❤

@nicolaveighey4248 Жыл бұрын

My babies are 23 and 15 and I thoroughly enjoyed this video 🤣❤

@Sophieex931 Жыл бұрын

Currently 7 weeks pregnant with my first baby so found this so helpful and will definitely be revisiting this in a few months 🥰 thank you!

@Amyloushetty Жыл бұрын

My first time pregnancy, have a look at honest midwife for online classes, really helps xx

@sharonsutherland5520 Жыл бұрын

Love watching your Video🥰 my children are all grown up and have Kiddies of their own..but anything to do with Baby things I still Love❤️ Thank's for Sharing Elle💖

@Tinyspawsandclaws Жыл бұрын

Don’t have any children just love watching and listening to you Elle can’t wait for the next podcast always set an alarm xxx

@lorrainemortimer6106 Жыл бұрын

Great video & idea Ellie I think that this will be very helpful for first time mums. I must say how good you look ! Blue is certainly your color.

@JazzminWendyHarris Жыл бұрын

Not me watching this over the course of an hour pausing to add everything into my baby wish list 😂 god bless you for this video!! Baby due September and new mum panic is sinking in 😅 xx

@PixiPoppy Жыл бұрын

Loving your podcast! It's wonderful ❤️ not sure if anyone has mentioned that on the podcast the adverts are quite a lot louder than your mic (I'm listening on Spotify if that makes a difference!) so if there's a way to turn your mic/recordings up that would be fab! Thank you for all your positive vibes, your presence on this earth is so needed x

@karendyba5213 Жыл бұрын

Great list thank you for sharing , good luck with the birth can’t wait to see him xx

@amber-leamcevoy3970 Жыл бұрын

This is so handy to know. I'm not pregnant right now but hope to start a family within the next couple of year so thankyou for this :) I'll come back to this video at the time x

@frederikaveselenakova6608 Жыл бұрын

Loved this ! ❤

@caroledumbleton4448 Жыл бұрын

Wow that blue colour looks fabulous on you 💙💙💙💙💙

@MW-be6pj Жыл бұрын

Thank you Elle xx

@jenlfc9720 Жыл бұрын

Love you guys ❤

@LIZZYBANKSS Жыл бұрын

This is a good guide for new parents x

@dannievig Жыл бұрын

Not a mum or a mum to be (yet) but girl, I am taking notes of everything!! This is so great and you look beautiful 🤍🕊

@rosiedavies2924 Жыл бұрын

11 weeks to go with my first and this was sooo helpful! Loved it 💕

@candiceshaw323 Жыл бұрын

What's your due date?? I'm due 27th June xx

@EffOh Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! SOOO useful ❤❤

@amysvlogs6219 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video

@evieewilliamson2688 Жыл бұрын

Taking notes for when I *fingers crossed* have a baby next year! ♥️

@abcderosa113 9 ай бұрын

2nd time boy mom here too😂I’m so glad to hear all the stuff you prefer now are the same things I chose and are going to be using for baby#2

@louisemccafferty5871 Жыл бұрын

Love your outfit

@melissajones5888 11 ай бұрын

Great tips, thank you!

@mindiesaintxo Жыл бұрын

All my fave content creators are preg atm and even though i don’t plan on getting pregnant anytime soon i still watch every baby related video 😭❤️

@jacquelinecoyle1301 2 ай бұрын

Aww beautiful crying here watching you all become a big family again xxx

@isnafatima-uq9uc Жыл бұрын

I love how this influencer is always exploring new ideas and perspectives, which keeps their content fresh and interesting.

@tgrey4827 Жыл бұрын

Thoughtful bots be like

@donnajohansson4105 Жыл бұрын

Years ago I used a Medala pump and it was excellent.

@angielovesjoe91 Жыл бұрын

That was an interesting vlog, it will help new mums or people who are pregnant. 👍

@Zahh1998 Жыл бұрын

I think the fact with the new borns& black & white is the fact that their vision is still coming in so eyes can still be blurry & colours are more overwhelming then the crisp contrast of black & white. I could also be wrong but that’s what I’ve thought aha ❤

@tijay8507 Жыл бұрын

They can only see in black and white at first lol

@niamhelizabeth7377 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video, crossed a few things off my list😂❤

@kamilacedro2160 8 ай бұрын

Such a fab video! I’ve watched so many but they were all US based, amazing to find UK content!

@kelseybell9167 Жыл бұрын

Hi Elle , loved this video, I’ve just had my 4th and final baby, and used pretty much every single thing you’ve mentioned over the years, and I agree with all of your recommendations. Advice on the brezza pleaseeeee! We have it and got scared out of using it,after seeing it should be used with special water or something ?! We ended up buying another prep machine but I was SO EXCITED to use the brezza 😢especially having 3 other young kids it will help me out time wise!xxxxx

@laurahussey9842 10 ай бұрын

Just making my Amazon gift list now for baby shower hugely useful video

@kingdomkid7225 3 ай бұрын

Started watching years ago and lost track of you. I had always been wondering what you were up to. Congratulations!! Bless you

@sophiejeans2773 4 ай бұрын

Thankyou darling ❤️❤️❤️

@amywahab6846 Жыл бұрын

The phantom crying and worrying doesn’t stop .. mine are 11 and 5 and I’m still a big worrier and think I can hear them crying 😂

@laurap8177 Жыл бұрын

Also phantom crying 🙌🙌🙌

@georgialees1026 9 ай бұрын

would also love a toddler one xx

@georgialees1026 9 ай бұрын

would love an updated one of these now Romeo is here xx

@emmaforsey-zk2bi Жыл бұрын

Found out that I’m having twins yesterday!! I found this so so useful and was making notes throughout the whole video 🤍

@elleswift Жыл бұрын

OMG congratulations my girl! Such an exciting time for you xxx

@lauramissen8560 Жыл бұрын

Aww I got twins boys who are 14 montb old n think I’d try fr baby 3 in few months

@lauramissen8560 Жыл бұрын

Congrts is hsrc but worth it dnt put me havs more maybe one one dsyb

@93Laurennnn Жыл бұрын

I recently found out I'm pregnant with my first baby, I will be coming back to this video again in a few months! ❤

@lucyaubrey5186 Жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🥰🥳

@93Laurennnn Жыл бұрын

@@lucyaubrey5186 Thank you Lucy! ❤

@elleswift Жыл бұрын

Huge congratulations Lauren!!! xxxxx

@93Laurennnn Жыл бұрын

@@elleswift Thank you Elle! ❤

@lauraBudreviciene Жыл бұрын

Not me a first time mum crossing the Evie, next to me & mama roo off my list 👀🙈😂 xx

@katetaylorson6220 Жыл бұрын

The baby brezza sounded so good I bought it! However a little stuck on what water goes in this? Tap or cooled boiled water? And what temperature setting to set the machine on to be able to give baby the bottle straight away? Advice appreciated🫶🏼

@KemberlyYoder-jx3wt Жыл бұрын

Where did you get the rainbow? Soo beautiful

@blondel8408 Жыл бұрын

Having another baby 18 years after my first born, I’ve been overwhelmed with how many products there are available now. Some of them genius, most unnecessary. I got by just fine without half of the gadgets with my daughter but that being said some of it will definitely make new born life easier. My Baby boy will be here by the end of March 🎉🎉🎉🎉

@sarahlewis2450 Жыл бұрын

Wow you’re glowing you look amazing! That colour really suits you I love it? Where is the tracksuit from!?? Xxxx

@santanagonsalves6461 5 ай бұрын

Thank you

@Pixief13 Жыл бұрын

I have a 5m old and agree with everything you said 😅

@jodieg6406 Жыл бұрын

Great video!!! Where is your tracksuit from its gorge 😍💙 xx

@janetsingleton1415 Жыл бұрын

Awyou look radiant Elle. I don't have children myself , but I love watching you still anyway. Love the beautiful blue hoodie too. Where is it from please? X

@hollieashley4403 Жыл бұрын

Watching this and manifesting getting pregnant with my second soon after a recent miscarriage🤞🏽

@Sko1906 Жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for this video. Where did you get your large swaddle cloth / blankets from? They look to be a better size that the ones I have bought. Thanks xx

@alexandraarcher1452 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a link for the large Muslin cloths ?

@cvnkj4032 Жыл бұрын

What’s the nutral color you’ve got on the wall ?

@ceriandrews9626 Жыл бұрын

Everyone is different but like you, Arthur didn’t take to a swing/bouncer and with Fred (20 months later) we didn’t use it again as actually it felt unsafe to us with little Arthur running around and being interested. He could knock into it or push Fred without being mean. I hope that makes sense xx

@Amyloushetty Жыл бұрын

I'm planning to buy Spectra breast pump after doing tons of research

@georgialees1026 Жыл бұрын

please could you link the next to me you are thinking about xx

@broganelrick3151 Жыл бұрын

Where was the large blanket from? X

@patrickgabrielmendy9337 Жыл бұрын

Awesome

@Jess140594 Жыл бұрын

We used an AngelCare mesh bath seat for the first six months and yeah, they're great HOWEVER... it means running the bath and using more water, so for our 2nd baby we're just gonna buy the old fashioned baby bath so we use less water and gas. I do 100% recommend the next AngelCare bath seat though - the actual one with leg holes... Moses basket for us, used it once. Elvie pumps, I agree... waste of money. Very overpriced, not that great, measurements were off, battery life was poor and they leaked every time I even slightly bent over. Mine died just over a year after getting them which meant they were out of warranty. 😭 I much preferred my manual pump, and I got more milk out manually pumping.

@ffioneroberts7098 Жыл бұрын

Omg i love you

@karfin100 Жыл бұрын

Where do you get the big Muslim blankets from please??? X x

@amberharran3331 Жыл бұрын

Hi Elle, Thanks for such a great video ! Where did you get your extra large muslins from? Sorry I just cant seem to find the link :) x x

@caitlynstevenson9294 Жыл бұрын

Hi elle loved the video ❤️ just wondering if you are going to be filming this wee babies birth like you did with Saint? 💕

@poppycollins3114 Жыл бұрын

Where is your outfit from can we have the link please ❤

@hannahchalmersx Жыл бұрын

Does anyone know where elle’s tracksuit is from?

@demiking9304 Жыл бұрын

Can I ask where your large swaddle is from please xx

@Sophieshuckford Жыл бұрын

Everyone’s experience and preferences will be different. Every baby is so different as well, so what worked for your first might not work for your second ❤

@faystalker9851 Жыл бұрын

Try a hairdryer elle or anyone else it help nephew he used fall asleep it work till he seven months you don't right near baby just put dryer on apparently the noise is like the sound women if people can't afford a white noise machine

@chrisclose7793 Жыл бұрын

Some one got the mamaroo chair for our son when he was born 6 years ago and our health visitor said the swing seat are bad for babies back so got rid of it and got him a colourful playmat and colourful sensory toy arch to go over his changing mat to keep.him occupied

@ruthiecutie2706 Жыл бұрын

Hello gorgeous ❤❤❤❤

@blanchebabette 6 ай бұрын

can i ask where do you get these large muslin cloths from? Link is not there and other people are asking in the comments for these too xx

@chelsealeannelawler3280 Ай бұрын

Where is this tracksuit from? Xxx

@lauramissen8560 Жыл бұрын

If have more I do it again

@iqrah7127 Жыл бұрын

Am i pregnant? no Am i watching the whole video? yes💖

@rachaelmallard2561 Жыл бұрын

Taking notes like 😅😮

@salahaaibrahim4985 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get your giant muslin/swaddles from 😩 can’t find any decent ones online that aren’t extortionately priced x

@amykerr7427 Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure if they still have them in, but primark did some lovely giant ones not that long ago and they were fab ! X

@jessicaolivia6680 Жыл бұрын

Sainsbury’s have them, I think I got a 2 pack for around £12

@aaronbuchanan7818 Жыл бұрын

Ummmmm excuse mrs . gorgeous you didn’t link your tracksuit ?? Please can you link where it’s from pretty please I need I’m so jelly it’s so nice & looks o Cozy

@aliced6031 Жыл бұрын

Urban outfitters lets fran

@lauramissen8560 Жыл бұрын

I breast feed my twins twll 10 months when the weaned of it but fix feed of breastfeeding and formal to give me break ect

@aaronbuchanan7818 Жыл бұрын

Please please try SLMISS GLAMS NAPPY BAD YOU WILL LOVE HER’s she a KZfaqr as well she also sales her makeup brushes & makeup !!!! Please look at hers please

@mpat100 Жыл бұрын

Best of luck for the birth.

@RichardCope-st2fg Жыл бұрын

Hi lovely- why are none of the stylinks working ☹️🥺

@jamieleighcarradice8822 Жыл бұрын

I remember being like right I'll be constantly cuddling my son arthur 1 month in I regretted lots of cuddles cause I found it hard to put him down when I wanted to do anything he would scream 😂

@kellyjames6173 Жыл бұрын

I think being a first time mam you wanna make sure you got everything everyone is recommending but the more kids you have you’ll realise you didn’t even use half of the stuff anyway I’m due my third daughter in June and I’ve not once used a prep machine

@candiceshaw323 Жыл бұрын

What date in June? I'm due 27th x

@Musicchez85 Жыл бұрын

My first child I got everything I thought I needed and I decided I was breast feeding and no dummy lol 😂 and yea I would say have a dummy In just in case as my first wouldn’t relax or sleep unless he had a dummy but my daughter born a year later didn’t want a dummy at all which is fine but I was so against giving my first a dummy but if meant he was happy and comforted him to sleep to have one then my little boy got what he wanted . My kids grew so quickly feels like yesterday they was born but oldest is 21 this year and youngest is 14 I get told can’t have 21 year old lol as I’m 38 they don’t believe me and towers over me … I wish I had a Time Machine to go back at times and enjoy all them moments again xx ❤

@faystalker9851 Жыл бұрын

The monitor sounds gd idea if you can afford it

@dorcasboateng8432 8 ай бұрын

I wish you had put the names of these products on the screen because I just couldn’t spell them.. lol

@lucianaamara8254 Жыл бұрын

Can't afford formula...huh?????

@scarlettb562 Жыл бұрын

Unpopular opinion but, if you are dead set on breastfeeding I recommend NOT getting any formula. Don’t make it easy for yourself to quit on a bad day. Remind yourself what people did before formula. Baby needed feeding and there was no other option. With that mentality, you will make it work. Sounds ruthless but here I am, first time mum exclusively feeding my 1 year old. Not a single bottle of formula. It hasn’t always been easy but the right mindset you will make it work.

@beautycfw Жыл бұрын

Politely disagree on this one - I was so against using formula, but maybe 1 week in when my milk wasn’t in and I was pumping to increase demand, a little formula bottle helped me get enough sleep to mentally be okay again. You’ve been very lucky with your journey, but please don’t put it solely down to your mindset. Other mums have just the same mindset but breastfeeding doesn’t always go successfully. And it never has, hence why we used to have women that would breastfeed for other mums.

@scarlettb562 Жыл бұрын

@@beautycfw I had a 45 hour labour. Ended in forceps. Trust me, I was tired too. I wasn’t lucky. I worked hard. I’m suggesting that a lot of it is in the mindset. If your bottle of formula helped you to continue breastfeeding that’s great, but I think having the option would have made it easier for me to quit.

@sh3ll3y1990 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. My first few weeks of breastfeeding were really tough with baby having tongue tie, only feeding on one side etc and I really wasn't sure it was going to work out but I didn't buy any formula, bottles, pumps beforehand as I didn't want the temptation there for me or for anyone else to be able to suggest giving the baby a bottle to give me a break as I knew I needed to feed him to establish my supply. If I changed my mind, it's easy enough to get some formula so I wasn't worried. 7 months into feeding my son now x

@scarlettb562 Жыл бұрын

@@sh3ll3y1990 good for you and lucky little boy to have such a determined mama. My journey was thankfully smooth. I have a friend who had HUGE issues in the beginning which sound similar to yours. She fed through tremendous pain and turmoil to make it work. Massive respect for your perseverance. X

@JoKaier Жыл бұрын

I disagree. I was very determined, I EBF for 6 months and then until 16 months but having the little stash of formula there (which I only gave when my daughter was 1!) kept me relaxed in case anything happened, whether it was me being unable to feed, getting ill, something more dramatic like having to be away from her… None of this ever materialised but it gave me peace of mind and did not influence my journey negatively.