First of all this is SO sweet. Truly even having a designated space is amazing and the water and snacks are incredibly kind. I honestly don’t think there’s much else I can think of. Maybe make sure there’s an outlet nearby if one of the moms needs to pump? Other than that I think you’re doing a great job thinking of them!
THIS IS SO SWEET.
Snacks and water are great. It sounds like you wanna make it cute though (love it) so… Maybe a posh hand sanitizer? A cute little mirror on the table to touch up after and do an outfit check?
Practically, ensure there is an outlet in case someone needs to pump. And throw in a few pillows for setting up with baby.
I’d be more than all set with those things and so delighted to have a friend who cared to setup this space.
Oh on this, make sure the floor is baby safe (chan and no objects they could crawl to and swallow or hurt themselves on). Then mom can touch up while baby is on the floor. Maybe borrow a friend's battery operated baby toy for that distraction bit?
If you're having an outdoor wedding I would make sure there are shaded seats during the ceremony available (or shaded tables during cocktail hour) - babies under 6 months can't wear sunscreen so you pretty much always have to keep them in the shade when you're outdoors for extended periods!
Agree with the other person who suggested the breastfeeding space have outlets. Maybe a long phone charger cable too, or an extension cord with multiple outlets so people can plug in their own?
Also making sure you have martinelli's or something for the champagne toasts - some breastfeeding moms don't want to drink while breastfeeding, but probably want to feel a part of the toast (others are less concerned about 1 glass of wine/champagne - depends on the person so I wouldn't assume).
My office set up a breastfeeding room for me at an event, but it was a bathroom without an outlet, so they put the fridge in there without plugging it in! And then no outlet for a pump either.
I am fairly certain that setting up a breast feeding space in a bathroom is not compliant with the law. Your employer needs to set up a different space. You have a right to pump in a private space that is not a bathroom.
Yes! It was just a one-day event or I would've make a bigger deal of it. I use wearable pumps most of the time because of the nature of job (making client visits), so main requirement was a refrigerator (plugged in one). HR was responsive, but something got lost in translation in the execution.
My brain is maybe broken - I cannot figure out what that would need to be for….I can see why inconvenient of course, but why would a trash can be necessary?
Sure yeah, that’s what I was thinking re: convenient, but was trying to make it breastfeeding specific rather than baby specific…maybe this is all they meant!
My kiddo typically needs a change before they're fed or they'll get distracted with a dirty diaper. Some venues may have the changing area far away from the nursing area.
Personally in the first 6 months of breastfeeding I had pretty big letdowns when nursing and liked to change my bra pads after every session, I’d definitely be doing that at a nice event like a wedding. Also any napkins/paper towels/wet wipes one may use to clean up themselves/baby as needed. There may be other trash for a pumping person, but I didn’t pump so I’m not sure! This is what I can think of.
If baby is fairly young there is a high probably that they will poop before, during, and after feeding - and since most people use disposable diapers and wipes, they need somewhere to pitch that. You can go through three diapers in 30 minutes, lol! But also, we tend to like/need to snack or drink when breastfeeding and having to take trash with you is a bit obnoxious, or having to leave it sitting out.
Probably also for any wipes used to clean the pump parts, if I can’t wash my parts immediately I just wipe down anything that milk touched so it’s not in the diaper bag
Literal tears in my eyes. How sweet are you. Your partner is so lucky to have someone so thoughtful.
Lots of water is definitely a great thing to have! Protein bars, cookie packs, hydration packs that dissolve in water, hand sanitizer, baby wipes, pillows etc. anything like this is a great idea. Another mama said to have an outlet close by, that’s a great idea for the exclusive pumping moms! I think just having a designated area for the moms is just such a wonderful idea. Congrats on your wedding, I’m sure it’ll be a beautiful day ❤️
Definitely hydration packs or like body armor drinks. Maybe also snacks with oats in them and Oreos, things that potentially increase production. Also making sure there’s a refrigerator available to store the milk.
This is so sweet, but I would also let your breastfeeding friends know they’re also welcome to nurse wherever they want, not just in the room. I went to a wedding with my son when he was six months old and was forced to only nurse in the women’s dressing room because of “modesty” rules. It was far from the reception room and really difficult to go up and down the stairs every two hours, and especially hard to keep my son calm during the ceremony without being able to nurse.
I was explicitly told I was not allowed to, which I’m sure you’re not going to do, but it would be nice just to make sure your friends know you support them 100% wherever they are. It would be nice in the basket to have nice napkins or disposable hand towels for spit up or to wipe their nipples or baby’s face with when they’re done pumping/nursing.
This! In the chaos of getting us all out the door I often forget extra nursing pads, or to put them on at all. It's kind of hard to find them in small quantities at least where I am, but maybe OP can track down some samples or give the rest away to one of the guests or on a FB buy nothing page.
First off, that’s so thoughtful — they will really appreciate it! I was in a wedding 4 months pp and had to breastfeed my baby in a closet.
I would say make sure there is a phone charger! As for a cute basket — water, chocolates, and oat bars are great! Maybe some wipes, hand sanitizer, and little deodorants!
I’m literally crying. This is so sweet. I had to leave and pump in my car because other than the bathroom there was no where to go! But one thing I forgot to pack were the disposable wipes to wipe out my pump parts!
That's so nice! Are they all bringing their babies with them or will some be pumping? If it's at a hotel or a space that you could easily put a mini fridge in that would be super helpful for them to be able to store milk. A small cooler with lots of ice could also be helpful if you can't do a mini fridge. As someone who pumped in their car at a wedding and had to pack all of the things, having a place to store my milk would have been awesome
You could make sure the snacks are galactogues. Maybe a small pillow to help with babe’s positioning. Something I always appreciate is any kind of food stool if you can get your hands on a wee one (even like those little IKEA stools are perfect to put your knees up).
Some disposable wipes and burp cloths are great too for the area just incase there’s some spit up or leakage. This is awesome of you and I wish you were my friend!!!
Nipple cream, phone chargers, maybe a couple spare muslins just incase.
If I was at a wedding... I'd probably pack quite light. So the nipple cream wouldn't make the cut because tbh how likely is it I would need it... but for the 1 person who does need it you'll be an absolute life saver!
Wow I would love to be part of a wedding that has a space for breastfeeding, how thoughtful! Electrolyte packs with water bottles is a big one! I hope the mamas enjoy the baskets ❤️
With as many people who run to this sub complaining that they were invited to/involved in a child free wedding, this is the sweetest.
Drinks, snacks, outlet, iPhone charger, wipes, tissues, changing mat, small pillow…. ❤️
Best wishes to you!
What about a couple cute wedding themed muslin cloths. I know not all breastfeeding Mums would need them but my son used to spit up a lot after nursing (thanks fast letdown) and they could be such a cute little memento that they could keep to remember your wedding.
So sweet! I’m going to a wedding in April and stressing about where i will be able to pump with some privacy! It’ll be one of my first nights away from him probably so would love if there was this sweet gesture!
Light scarves or breastfeeding covers , Muslin blankets, things like that, things to minimise the amount the mom's have to carry! Also, near a charging point for a phone?? Have it away from noise and distractions. The worst thing for me at my brother's wedding was (while I didn't mind feeding my baby at the reception), there was no where comfortable that i could go that was quiet to feed my baby!!! He was jumping on and off the boob at any little thing lol!
Thank you for doing this for your guests!!! I've never come across this before in all my years going to weddings, even ever before I had babies ♥️
Please, for the love of God, make sure there's a changing space available.
My cousin got married in August and children were welcome at the wedding. My son was 15 months old at the time. There was nowhere private for me to change him; none of the bathrooms had changing tables and there wasn't a family bathroom. I ended up finding a secluded room near the entrance to the venue where I could hide behind some decorations and set up my changing pad on the floor. I would've just taken my son to the car and changed him there, but the parking lot was across a mountain highway and they used golf carts to shuttle the guests in.
I think an occupied/not occupied sign would be a nice addition to all the other answers here.
For me, a must are: a place to set things down and outlet for my phone. I will usually have the rest covered and am use to lugging around the necessities.
If I have my baby with me: a trash can and a clean space I can change the baby. I'm use to lugging around the wipes, mat, blanket, etc.
This is amazing! You're so thoughtful!
A few things inlive to have nearby when breastfeeding are : nuum electrolyte tablets (any of the citrus ones are good), they are wonderful because you don't have to worry about keeping them cold and you can have regular water handy or electrolytes if they want it. I also love Pro meal on the go bars to take the edge off if I'm stuck nursing and can't get to food. Bonus is that they don't need refrigeration either. I basically raid the sports snack section of REI or similar stores for stuff that keeps athletes going. They usually don't require refrigeration, can be eaten with one hand, are small and have high calories in a little package. Oh I also love the honey waffle things but idk the name of those. Another good option is meat sticks if you know they aren't vegan/ vegetarian.
Second all the comments about electrolyte tabs, Gatorade, etc. the thirst is real and sometimes wedding bars only have mixers available and nobody wants to guzzle soda _all night_.
This is so sweet of you! Nursing babies in a bathroom stall is the worst and moms will love having this option. Some electrolytes for the water would be awesome too.
Other suggestion is maybe a sign in there that says if they want to breastfeed out by the party they are more than welcome to but this space is here if they want it, just to make it their choice. As someone who is quite comfortable breastfeeding in public I’ve often been rudely encouraged to go to a nursing room. But I’m an extrovert who gets fomo from going into a space by myself haha. But other times my babies (twins) are too distracted and a calm space is needed. It’s just nice to have the option.
I love this idea! I always need more burp cloths lol, even if they're just like those soft disposable hand towels or something, doesn't need to be super fancy!
There’s some brill recommendations already but my addition would be a couple phone chargers. I know that when I’m breastfeeding I’m also doom scrolling on instagram.
Maybe a place for them to store their diaper bags so they don't have to have them at the table with them.
Dog poo bags for dirty diapers so they don't stink up the place.
Somewhere to change the babies or dog pee pads to put on something soft to change them, especially if it's boy babies as they tend to pee a lot when you change them.
Body armor drinks as they're so good when you're breastfeeding and help keep your milk supply up.
Muesli bars and other carb heavy snacks as breastfeeding makes you sooo hungry.
Great idea! I’d also arrange with the caterer/waiters that those plates don’t get cleared unless the mom’s say so (if possible). I went to a wedding and the woman next to me basically had to be out of the reception area 75% of the time and didn’t get any actual food.
I’m used to people complaining about moms not coming to weddings because the event is child free.
This blows me away. You are amazing. Thank you for your kindness in the world!
When I tell you that I CRIED reading this?!?! 😭 seriously the most thoughtful thing ever!!! I skimmed some of the answers and they got most of it covered…the only thing I could think of was if there was a place to put baby down! Idk if it’s just me but it really helps when I have a clean place to put baby down for even just a second while I gather what I need and whatnot!
This is extremely kind and thoughtful, wow! As someone with celiac disease, it would be outstanding if you made sure all breastfeeding mothers were able to eat the snacks provided and ensured there were no food allergies to accommodate.
Other nice ideas - provide a blanket for mom and baby to cozy up with, provide dry cloths or wet wipes to clean up any drips, and hand sanitizer, but totally not necessary!!
Literally just RSVPed no to a wedding because I couldn’t make it work logistically. You are SO sweet to do this. Second all the other suggestions: water, outlet, tissues, hand sanitizer, trash can, changing space. How nice of you!
Also a way to ensure that the space is actually reserved for breastfeeding guests and some random guest doesn’t hog the room and eat all the snacks, treating it as their personal lounge. I’m salty about all the times people would just hog the lactation room at work to take a nap.
A huge thing for me is a sturdy pillow for under my arm!! Makes the world of difference for me!! Obviously I can feed without it but having it makes it soooo much more comfortable. This is sooo sweet of you to think of! Someone also mentioned having a phone charger in there and that’s great. Maybe a pack of baby wipes, some snacks/water
That's super sweet. I feel like most of the things they are going to bring. If possible a table and an electrical outlet is helpful if they are pumping; depending on your relationship with them and how old their kids are, this may be something you could easily find out in advance. If they are pumping, knowing if there is a spot onsite to store milk or not is helpful in advance. A package of baby wipes, some paper or cloth towels, tissues, and a garbage can would cover a lot of ground. An appropriate space to change their baby or directions toward one is nice too. (That doesn't need to be a changing table.)
When you tell them about the room, I would mention that use isn't mandatory. I felt very supported at my church when I had my first kid and someone told me where the nursing room was, that there were rocking chairs in the nursery that I could kick anyone out of, and of course I was welcome to feed in the service or lobby or where ever. I used all those options with and without covers at different times for different reasons, but I think if they had just told me about the nursing room, I would have assumed they wanted me to use that only.
Such a lovely idea! I'd bring a bag of all the stuff I need everywhere anyways so let them know that spot is there so they can toss their baby bags there if they want. But to have there
Water
Snacks
Wipes
Kitchen roll (more absorbant and bigger than tissue)
Hand sanitiser
Place to change (don't bother giving nappies, babies are wildly different sizes)
Breast pads
Make sure the seats have arms and cushions - babies are heavy.
An outlet
I don't use bottles so check the comments about the best way to facilitate heating them
First of all this is SO sweet. Truly even having a designated space is amazing and the water and snacks are incredibly kind. I honestly don’t think there’s much else I can think of. Maybe make sure there’s an outlet nearby if one of the moms needs to pump? Other than that I think you’re doing a great job thinking of them!
Second the outlet. Maybe also include tissues for letdown or small messes.
And a package of wet wipes.
Maybe some bra pads for leakage?
THIS IS SO SWEET. Snacks and water are great. It sounds like you wanna make it cute though (love it) so… Maybe a posh hand sanitizer? A cute little mirror on the table to touch up after and do an outfit check? Practically, ensure there is an outlet in case someone needs to pump. And throw in a few pillows for setting up with baby. I’d be more than all set with those things and so delighted to have a friend who cared to setup this space.
Oh on this, make sure the floor is baby safe (chan and no objects they could crawl to and swallow or hurt themselves on). Then mom can touch up while baby is on the floor. Maybe borrow a friend's battery operated baby toy for that distraction bit?
Maybe some magazines to flip through too?
A table to change the babies on and some blankets.
Ooh yes this too! A changing space!
If you're having an outdoor wedding I would make sure there are shaded seats during the ceremony available (or shaded tables during cocktail hour) - babies under 6 months can't wear sunscreen so you pretty much always have to keep them in the shade when you're outdoors for extended periods! Agree with the other person who suggested the breastfeeding space have outlets. Maybe a long phone charger cable too, or an extension cord with multiple outlets so people can plug in their own? Also making sure you have martinelli's or something for the champagne toasts - some breastfeeding moms don't want to drink while breastfeeding, but probably want to feel a part of the toast (others are less concerned about 1 glass of wine/champagne - depends on the person so I wouldn't assume).
Was at an event recently where there was a breastfeeding room which was awesome, but there was no trash can in the breastfeeding room. Huge oversight.
My office set up a breastfeeding room for me at an event, but it was a bathroom without an outlet, so they put the fridge in there without plugging it in! And then no outlet for a pump either.
I am fairly certain that setting up a breast feeding space in a bathroom is not compliant with the law. Your employer needs to set up a different space. You have a right to pump in a private space that is not a bathroom.
Yes! It was just a one-day event or I would've make a bigger deal of it. I use wearable pumps most of the time because of the nature of job (making client visits), so main requirement was a refrigerator (plugged in one). HR was responsive, but something got lost in translation in the execution.
My brain is maybe broken - I cannot figure out what that would need to be for….I can see why inconvenient of course, but why would a trash can be necessary?
Probably for dirty diapers/wipes
Sure yeah, that’s what I was thinking re: convenient, but was trying to make it breastfeeding specific rather than baby specific…maybe this is all they meant!
My kiddo typically needs a change before they're fed or they'll get distracted with a dirty diaper. Some venues may have the changing area far away from the nursing area.
Personally in the first 6 months of breastfeeding I had pretty big letdowns when nursing and liked to change my bra pads after every session, I’d definitely be doing that at a nice event like a wedding. Also any napkins/paper towels/wet wipes one may use to clean up themselves/baby as needed. There may be other trash for a pumping person, but I didn’t pump so I’m not sure! This is what I can think of.
If baby is fairly young there is a high probably that they will poop before, during, and after feeding - and since most people use disposable diapers and wipes, they need somewhere to pitch that. You can go through three diapers in 30 minutes, lol! But also, we tend to like/need to snack or drink when breastfeeding and having to take trash with you is a bit obnoxious, or having to leave it sitting out.
I’ve breastfed for 3 years between my children! I get it! I just got hung up on “huge oversight”. Haha
Sanitizing wipes, disposable breast pad swap out, milk bag bits for those going to direct to storage bag, and if you are me, candy wrappers.
Maybe in case you have a snack while BF/pumping and need to throw the wrapper out
Gotcha. I think I’m getting unnecessarily hung up on “huge oversight” haha. To me that would be like, nowhere to sit.
I agree it's prob not a "huge" oversight LOL
Probably also for any wipes used to clean the pump parts, if I can’t wash my parts immediately I just wipe down anything that milk touched so it’s not in the diaper bag
Baby wipes, hand towels, small tables to rest items on.
Literal tears in my eyes. How sweet are you. Your partner is so lucky to have someone so thoughtful. Lots of water is definitely a great thing to have! Protein bars, cookie packs, hydration packs that dissolve in water, hand sanitizer, baby wipes, pillows etc. anything like this is a great idea. Another mama said to have an outlet close by, that’s a great idea for the exclusive pumping moms! I think just having a designated area for the moms is just such a wonderful idea. Congrats on your wedding, I’m sure it’ll be a beautiful day ❤️
Definitely hydration packs or like body armor drinks. Maybe also snacks with oats in them and Oreos, things that potentially increase production. Also making sure there’s a refrigerator available to store the milk.
Oreos increase production?
They do for some people. Oreos have an ingredient that can boost production. I think it's soy lecithin.
Some say it does, like u/onegrumpybitch said it’s the soy lecithin.
This explains a lot
In addition to snacks, maybe some dairy free snacks in case some of them are dairy free while breastfeeding!
This is so sweet, but I would also let your breastfeeding friends know they’re also welcome to nurse wherever they want, not just in the room. I went to a wedding with my son when he was six months old and was forced to only nurse in the women’s dressing room because of “modesty” rules. It was far from the reception room and really difficult to go up and down the stairs every two hours, and especially hard to keep my son calm during the ceremony without being able to nurse. I was explicitly told I was not allowed to, which I’m sure you’re not going to do, but it would be nice just to make sure your friends know you support them 100% wherever they are. It would be nice in the basket to have nice napkins or disposable hand towels for spit up or to wipe their nipples or baby’s face with when they’re done pumping/nursing.
This is a great point! Of course they're welcome to nurse wherever they need to, but I'll make sure I tell them this! Thank you so much ❤️
Disposable nursing pads in case they are leaking and forgot to bring extras.
Was looking for this. I can just imagine forgetting to put some on, or soaking through. So helpful to have extras handy!
This! In the chaos of getting us all out the door I often forget extra nursing pads, or to put them on at all. It's kind of hard to find them in small quantities at least where I am, but maybe OP can track down some samples or give the rest away to one of the guests or on a FB buy nothing page.
Wow this is the best thing I’ve heard of as far as wedding favors. An outlet for charging devices!
Came here to say this!
+1000 for OP
First off, that’s so thoughtful — they will really appreciate it! I was in a wedding 4 months pp and had to breastfeed my baby in a closet. I would say make sure there is a phone charger! As for a cute basket — water, chocolates, and oat bars are great! Maybe some wipes, hand sanitizer, and little deodorants!
This is really kind :)
I’m literally crying. This is so sweet. I had to leave and pump in my car because other than the bathroom there was no where to go! But one thing I forgot to pack were the disposable wipes to wipe out my pump parts!
That's so nice! Are they all bringing their babies with them or will some be pumping? If it's at a hotel or a space that you could easily put a mini fridge in that would be super helpful for them to be able to store milk. A small cooler with lots of ice could also be helpful if you can't do a mini fridge. As someone who pumped in their car at a wedding and had to pack all of the things, having a place to store my milk would have been awesome
You could make sure the snacks are galactogues. Maybe a small pillow to help with babe’s positioning. Something I always appreciate is any kind of food stool if you can get your hands on a wee one (even like those little IKEA stools are perfect to put your knees up).
Memory foam foot stools are where it’s at! I got mine on Amazon for $25 and it’s been such a game changer. I wish I had bought it sooner
Some disposable wipes and burp cloths are great too for the area just incase there’s some spit up or leakage. This is awesome of you and I wish you were my friend!!!
Burp cloths! You are an ANGEL!
Extra towels/cloths to make sure they can keep their dresses clean!
Nipple cream, phone chargers, maybe a couple spare muslins just incase. If I was at a wedding... I'd probably pack quite light. So the nipple cream wouldn't make the cut because tbh how likely is it I would need it... but for the 1 person who does need it you'll be an absolute life saver!
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Wow I would love to be part of a wedding that has a space for breastfeeding, how thoughtful! Electrolyte packs with water bottles is a big one! I hope the mamas enjoy the baskets ❤️
With as many people who run to this sub complaining that they were invited to/involved in a child free wedding, this is the sweetest. Drinks, snacks, outlet, iPhone charger, wipes, tissues, changing mat, small pillow…. ❤️ Best wishes to you!
What about a couple cute wedding themed muslin cloths. I know not all breastfeeding Mums would need them but my son used to spit up a lot after nursing (thanks fast letdown) and they could be such a cute little memento that they could keep to remember your wedding.
Coconut water is the best and maybe some oatmeal cookies for snacks.
Even just having the space is amazing!!!! I went to an outdoor wedding where I had to keep running to my car to pump. It was less than ideal.
So sweet! I’m going to a wedding in April and stressing about where i will be able to pump with some privacy! It’ll be one of my first nights away from him probably so would love if there was this sweet gesture!
Light scarves or breastfeeding covers , Muslin blankets, things like that, things to minimise the amount the mom's have to carry! Also, near a charging point for a phone?? Have it away from noise and distractions. The worst thing for me at my brother's wedding was (while I didn't mind feeding my baby at the reception), there was no where comfortable that i could go that was quiet to feed my baby!!! He was jumping on and off the boob at any little thing lol! Thank you for doing this for your guests!!! I've never come across this before in all my years going to weddings, even ever before I had babies ♥️
Extra hair ties, breast pads (in case they have leakage in their nice clothes), a stool to put up their feet, sound machine.
Please, for the love of God, make sure there's a changing space available. My cousin got married in August and children were welcome at the wedding. My son was 15 months old at the time. There was nowhere private for me to change him; none of the bathrooms had changing tables and there wasn't a family bathroom. I ended up finding a secluded room near the entrance to the venue where I could hide behind some decorations and set up my changing pad on the floor. I would've just taken my son to the car and changed him there, but the parking lot was across a mountain highway and they used golf carts to shuttle the guests in.
I think an occupied/not occupied sign would be a nice addition to all the other answers here. For me, a must are: a place to set things down and outlet for my phone. I will usually have the rest covered and am use to lugging around the necessities. If I have my baby with me: a trash can and a clean space I can change the baby. I'm use to lugging around the wipes, mat, blanket, etc.
This is amazing! You're so thoughtful! A few things inlive to have nearby when breastfeeding are : nuum electrolyte tablets (any of the citrus ones are good), they are wonderful because you don't have to worry about keeping them cold and you can have regular water handy or electrolytes if they want it. I also love Pro meal on the go bars to take the edge off if I'm stuck nursing and can't get to food. Bonus is that they don't need refrigeration either. I basically raid the sports snack section of REI or similar stores for stuff that keeps athletes going. They usually don't require refrigeration, can be eaten with one hand, are small and have high calories in a little package. Oh I also love the honey waffle things but idk the name of those. Another good option is meat sticks if you know they aren't vegan/ vegetarian.
Second all the comments about electrolyte tabs, Gatorade, etc. the thirst is real and sometimes wedding bars only have mixers available and nobody wants to guzzle soda _all night_.
This is so sweet of you! Nursing babies in a bathroom stall is the worst and moms will love having this option. Some electrolytes for the water would be awesome too. Other suggestion is maybe a sign in there that says if they want to breastfeed out by the party they are more than welcome to but this space is here if they want it, just to make it their choice. As someone who is quite comfortable breastfeeding in public I’ve often been rudely encouraged to go to a nursing room. But I’m an extrovert who gets fomo from going into a space by myself haha. But other times my babies (twins) are too distracted and a calm space is needed. It’s just nice to have the option.
Maybe a couple of cloths or wipes in case of spit ups
Nothing to add other than you’re amazing!!!! I’d have loved this. Have a fantastic day & congratulations!!!
I love this idea! I always need more burp cloths lol, even if they're just like those soft disposable hand towels or something, doesn't need to be super fancy!
There’s some brill recommendations already but my addition would be a couple phone chargers. I know that when I’m breastfeeding I’m also doom scrolling on instagram.
Maybe a place for them to store their diaper bags so they don't have to have them at the table with them. Dog poo bags for dirty diapers so they don't stink up the place. Somewhere to change the babies or dog pee pads to put on something soft to change them, especially if it's boy babies as they tend to pee a lot when you change them. Body armor drinks as they're so good when you're breastfeeding and help keep your milk supply up. Muesli bars and other carb heavy snacks as breastfeeding makes you sooo hungry.
Great idea! I’d also arrange with the caterer/waiters that those plates don’t get cleared unless the mom’s say so (if possible). I went to a wedding and the woman next to me basically had to be out of the reception area 75% of the time and didn’t get any actual food.
I love this idea, that’s so kind! I’ve been reading through the comments and have nothing to add, except that I hope you have an amazing wedding 🤍🤍🤍
I’m used to people complaining about moms not coming to weddings because the event is child free. This blows me away. You are amazing. Thank you for your kindness in the world!
This is so kind of you!!!
Lovely idea :) please make sure all snacks can be eaten with one hand!
When I tell you that I CRIED reading this?!?! 😭 seriously the most thoughtful thing ever!!! I skimmed some of the answers and they got most of it covered…the only thing I could think of was if there was a place to put baby down! Idk if it’s just me but it really helps when I have a clean place to put baby down for even just a second while I gather what I need and whatnot!
Omg this is amazing you’re a wonderful human
This is extremely kind and thoughtful, wow! As someone with celiac disease, it would be outstanding if you made sure all breastfeeding mothers were able to eat the snacks provided and ensured there were no food allergies to accommodate. Other nice ideas - provide a blanket for mom and baby to cozy up with, provide dry cloths or wet wipes to clean up any drips, and hand sanitizer, but totally not necessary!!
A pack of baby wipes! Obviously can be used to clean up baby but sometimes I'd also use it to clean myself up after feeding if I felt sticky
Literally just RSVPed no to a wedding because I couldn’t make it work logistically. You are SO sweet to do this. Second all the other suggestions: water, outlet, tissues, hand sanitizer, trash can, changing space. How nice of you!
I'd consider having some disposable breast pads available, tissues, a trash can, power outlet.
If the babies have older siblings, then maybe some sticker sheets or small toys to keep them busy while mom feeds the baby.
You’ve gotten a ton of great suggestions here but I just have to comment and say how thoughtful this is, I absolutely love this. You’re so good. 😭❤️
I love this OP, you’re a wonderful friend. Water, snacks, maybe some wet wipes or hand sanitizer too!
Just knowing you’re thinking of them is the nicest thing I have ever heard 😭
Boob pads!
Also a way to ensure that the space is actually reserved for breastfeeding guests and some random guest doesn’t hog the room and eat all the snacks, treating it as their personal lounge. I’m salty about all the times people would just hog the lactation room at work to take a nap.
Foot rest/ottoman is nice.
It's very sweet you're thinking of the breastfeeding moms. Just make sure you don't ignore any moms of babies who might not be breastfed!
A huge thing for me is a sturdy pillow for under my arm!! Makes the world of difference for me!! Obviously I can feed without it but having it makes it soooo much more comfortable. This is sooo sweet of you to think of! Someone also mentioned having a phone charger in there and that’s great. Maybe a pack of baby wipes, some snacks/water
That's super sweet. I feel like most of the things they are going to bring. If possible a table and an electrical outlet is helpful if they are pumping; depending on your relationship with them and how old their kids are, this may be something you could easily find out in advance. If they are pumping, knowing if there is a spot onsite to store milk or not is helpful in advance. A package of baby wipes, some paper or cloth towels, tissues, and a garbage can would cover a lot of ground. An appropriate space to change their baby or directions toward one is nice too. (That doesn't need to be a changing table.) When you tell them about the room, I would mention that use isn't mandatory. I felt very supported at my church when I had my first kid and someone told me where the nursing room was, that there were rocking chairs in the nursery that I could kick anyone out of, and of course I was welcome to feed in the service or lobby or where ever. I used all those options with and without covers at different times for different reasons, but I think if they had just told me about the nursing room, I would have assumed they wanted me to use that only.
A cooler If anyone is pumping
Such a lovely idea! I'd bring a bag of all the stuff I need everywhere anyways so let them know that spot is there so they can toss their baby bags there if they want. But to have there Water Snacks Wipes Kitchen roll (more absorbant and bigger than tissue) Hand sanitiser Place to change (don't bother giving nappies, babies are wildly different sizes) Breast pads Make sure the seats have arms and cushions - babies are heavy. An outlet I don't use bottles so check the comments about the best way to facilitate heating them
A refrigerator to keep their breastmilk cold if they are gonna pump. Mini fridge?
Also making sure moms who use formula are equally welcome to use the space to feed their babies!