What are things I need for after birth?

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Is there anything I need to be getting in advance for myself for after birth? Or special things I should be packing in hospital bag for me? I know everything baby will need, but what about me? Are there certain kinds of pants, bras, underwear i’ll need? Or will all my regular stuff be fine? Will I need certain kinds of pads or anything for bleeding or care down there? Any kinds of creams, ointments? 
I’m a first time mom so I really don’t know what to expect lol

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My list:
Always Discreet Boutique Incontinence & Postpartum Underwear (these were a godsend. I would put a pad in them so they would last longer),Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle,(way better than the hospital one) Frida Mom Perineal Medicated Witch Hazel Healing Foam, (I used regular witch hazel last time, but this looks way better), Medline Deluxe Perineal Cold Packs with Adhesive Strip(I used a regular ice pack but it was terrible, using this next time)

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I used the giant pads and mesh undies for 2 or 3 days, then used Natracare maternity pads for maybe a week? Then regular pads until about 5 weeks postpartum, when I stopped bleeding. Earth Mama perineal spray helped, as did sitz baths! If you're breastfeeding, make sure you have a ton of breast pads - I prefer reusable. When my milk was coming in, I needed to change them at every feeding, so went through a lot! For clothing, I just wore leggings or sweatpants and comfy shirts with easy feeding access, or honestly just a nursing bra. Set up a calm space to exist for the first two weeks or so that has everything you need. Make freezer meals so cooking isn't an issue. Stay in bed as much as possible for those first two weeks! Prepare your partner to do everything - all diapers, food prep, getting you water constantly haha. Oh, make sure you drink so much water! Be gentle with yourself, you just did an incredible thing. Crying is normal. Staring at your baby for hours is normal. Ask for help when you need it, and don't be afraid of seeming needy! You are the best mama for your little one and you're going to do great!

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Tucks medicated pads helped me a lot, and numbing spray, witch hazel helps too.

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