10 Amazon Finds That Make Life Easier for Working Moms
Being a full-time working mom is no joke. Between Zoom meetings, school lunches, pumping sessions, and trying to drink a hot cup of coffee for once in your life — it’s a lot.
I started The Express Moms to help women like me save time, feel more in control, and take the overwhelm down a notch.
Here are 10 Amazon items I swear by — the things that actually help, not just sit in your cabinets forever.
Shop: The Express Moms Hands-Free Pumping Strap
Okay, I know this isn’t from Amazon — but I had to start here. This is the strap I created after losing my mind trying to pump while typing, holding my baby, or eating. It works with any bra and pump and gives you your hands (and sanity) back.
Real-life tested. New-mom approved.
2. Bottle Sterilizer Bags
Medela Quick Clean Micro-Steam Bags – Pack of 5
Just pop your pump parts or bottles in with a little water and microwave — sterilized in 3 minutes. Total game changer at work or while traveling. I use these only when I need to clean my parts away from home.
3. Compact Diaper Bag Backpack
Itzy Ritzy Mini Diaper Bag Backpack
Chic, functional, and doesn’t scream “diaper bag.” Fits pumping gear, snacks, wipes, and more without the bulk.
4. Breastmilk Cooler for Work
Manco Breastmilk Cooler Bag with Ice Pack
Keeps milk cold all day. Fits into most work totes and looks like a cute lunch bag instead of medical gear.
5. Clip-On Fan for Pumping or Stroller
WiHoo Mini Handheld Stroller Fan
Perfect for stroller walks, pumping in the car, or working through hot flashes (thanks, hormones).
6. Fridge Dry-Erase Weekly Planner
Dry-Erase Magnetic Meal & Schedule Planner
Great for organizing pumping sessions, meal plans, or kid chaos. Sticks to your fridge, where your brain will actually see it.
7. Handheld Milk Frother
Upgrade your at-home coffee with this little gadget. It whips up frothy drinks in seconds — no barista required.
8. Silicone Pump Part Cleaning Brushes
Dapple Bottle & Pump Cleaning Brush Set
Flexible and perfect for cleaning all those annoying tiny pump crevices. So much better than bending Q-tips.
9. Hatch Rest Sound Machine
Hatch Baby Rest Sound Machine and Night Light
Total lifesaver if you’re working from home while baby naps. Customize lights, sounds, and timers from your phone.
10. Subscribe & Save for Mom Essentials
This isn’t a product, but a life hack. Diapers, wipes, vitamins — set them to auto-ship, save 5–15%, and never run out again.
Being a working mom isn’t about doing it all — it’s about doing what matters and finding every shortcut you can. I hope these finds help make your days smoother and your nights less chaotic.
If you try any of them, send me a message on Pinterest or Instagram @theexpressmoms. I’d love to know what works for you — and what I should add to my next roundup!