Baby Feeding Essentials

All Feeding

Whether you’re breastfeeding or formula feeding, we can offer you plenty of accessories to help you on your journey. If you’re just getting started, we have everything you need to feel prepared when your baby comes.

If you plan to breastfeed, you can make the process a little easier with an electric pump. Electric pumps can pump both sides at one time, so you can save yourself time. Planning on traveling a lot once you have your baby? You can make pumping anywhere possible with a manual pump. Manual pumps are easy to transport and can be very discreet. No matter which option you decide on, you can keep yourself organized by keeping everything in a tote bag, so you always have it when you need it.

Looking for the perfect baby shower gift for a breastfeeding mom? You can’t go wrong with a comfortable nursing pillow. These nursing pillows are generally C-shaped to wrap around the mother’s body. The baby feels more comfortable when resting on a soft pillow and the mother relieves stress on her arms. You can make the mother-to-be feel extra special by having a pillow cover personalized with the baby’s name. You can even select a color or pattern that coordinates with the nursery decor. Why not gift a matching swaddle blanket as well? Pairing a fluffy blanket with the nursing pillow is a great way to make mom and baby more comfortable.

Whether you are formula feeding or breastfeeding, eventually you will need bottles. Prepare yourself by selecting a bottle set with various size bottles and a range of nipple sizes. Newborn babies typically need 2- or 4-ounce bottles with a Stage 1 nipple. The Stage 1 nipple slows the flow of milk to make it easier on baby to drink. As your baby grows, so will that little stomach. Eventually you will transition to a 6- or 8-ounce bottle with a Stage 2 nipple. You’ll stay ahead of the game by choosing a set with different options.

In addition to the smaller accessories, you’ll need some big items like a high chair. You can make feeding your growing child easier with a high chair in your kitchen. Try to select a model that fits well in your home. Trying to save on space? Consider a model that can fold up for easy storage. Plan on using the high chair frequently over the next several years with multiple children? Consider a style that you can adjust. At Pottery Barn Kids, we offer several high chairs that transition well with growing kids. You can even adjust the height on the chair to make feeding easier on you from a sitting or standing position.

Do you love preparing your own food? Why not make your own baby food for your son or daughter? By making your own baby food at home, you’ll know exactly what is in the meal, and you’ll feel good knowing there are no unsafe additives. We offer several cooking devices specifically made for preparing baby food. By selecting one of these, you can make baby food preparation a breeze. Ensure your food stays fresh by storing it in food storage containers.

Don’t forget the tableware essentials! As you begin to feed your baby solids and adult-like meals as they grow, you’ll want to have plenty of plates, bowls and utensils on hand. Try making mealtime fun by selecting a plate and bowl in your child’s favorite color. You can choose a shaped plate to really get your son or daughter’s attention. We even have a variety of fun sandwich cutters and colorful freezer packs to entertain growing children.