My Must-Haves & Adjustments for the First 3 Months Postpartum

veronicafigueroa
Sep 5
2 min read

Postpartum is no joke—it’s a season of sleepless nights, round-the-clock feedings, and figuring out how to keep both baby and mama sane. I’m all about efficiency, and if something doesn’t work for me, I don’t force it just because it’s what’s “supposed” to be done. I try things, adjust, and settle into what makes life smoother. So today I want to share some of the most important and reliable things that have made my first three months postpartum easier.

Sleeping Arrangements That Worked for Us

For the first four weeks, the sofa with a chaise was my best friend. I slept on the main part of the sofa while baby laid on the chaise. It gave us both space, comfort, and peace. By week five, I moved her toddler bed into our bedroom, right next to my side of the bed, so I could easily feed her during the night without fully getting up.

Now, you might wonder—why a toddler bed and not a bassinet or crib? Well, I tried the bassinet, and it just didn’t work for me. As for cribs, I never really connected with them. My first daughter also went straight to a toddler bed, and it worked beautifully. My advice: don’t feel pressured to fit into someone else’s narrative. Try different options until you find the one that works for you.

Daytime Setup

I set up her playpen in the dining room, right where I spend most of my day. This way, I can cook and still keep an eye on her without relying only on a baby monitor. I do have a baby camera ready, but I’m saving it for when she eventually moves into her own bedroom (way down the road). For now, having her close to me gives me peace of mind.

Feeding Chair Upgrade

The recliner I use for feedings started off in her nursery. Then I moved it to my bedroom. Both places left me feeling isolated. So I tried moving it into the living room—and it was the best change ever. Now, I feed her in the living room while sipping on chamomile tea and still feel like part of the household. Sometimes the smallest adjustment makes the biggest difference.

Bath Time Setup

Bathing her was another trial-and-error process. The kitchen counter didn’t feel right because of the lack of counter space, and bending over the bathtub in the girls bathroom left me with back pain. Finally, I realized our bathroom counter had more than enough space and the perfect height for me to work with. I placed her baby tub there—and it’s been perfect ever since. My back thanks me every single time.

Final Thoughts

Postpartum is all about learning as you go and making it work for you. I feel its important to remind you what works for one mom may not work for another. The key is to keep adjusting until you find your rhythm. Whether it’s sleep, feeding, or bath time—give yourself permission to do things differently if it makes your life easier.

These first three months have been all about finding comfort, efficiency, and peace in the little things. And honestly, that’s what makes this journey so much more enjoyable.