From the moment you find out you’re pregnant, a steady stream of marketing and product advice comes your way…whether you want to hear it or not. But what do you “need,” and what do you actually need? This month we’re busting myths and sharing some of the all-time favorite products we swear by.

The products we keep thinking about. 

H&M’s sale section right now has winter basics starting at $2.99, so it’s the perfect place to stock up on everything from mittens and cozy sweatshirts to holiday sets you can store for next year. And remember: your kids grow fast, expensive clothing isn’t always practical.