For the maternity bras I know I have picked up some for $10-20 with the discontinued styles at Myer when they have a sale. Only problem is they are limited in sizes/ colours. Sometimes with the % off sales too you can save $$$. Definately check out the bigger department stores.

I have found Big W usually has the best prices for nappy sacks and other baby paraphernalia. Formula included if needed.

Breast pads - very personal choice. I preferred pigeon... Until I discovered my wool breast pads. So soothing on tender nipples. About $20/pair from mothers direct but you might be able to find some cheaper from a wahm. The reusable minkee breastpads made by maz are also supposed to be a winner. You might find you don't leak much and may not need them. I didn't leak but I just needed the padding to soothe my nipples. Plus it was winter and hte wool kept them warm. I think I had some vasospasm too.

I love the Tommee Tippe Closer to nature bottles. Especially if you are planning to breastfeed. My bub had attaching with the other types but I am still breastfeeding yet give maybe one bottle of formula a day. When they are little and you use EBM it is sad when you lose a few mls down the bottom as bub can't get it out but they are so worth it. Check out Target etc they often have % off nursery/ tommee tippee etc.


You could suggest to your mum/other family a nice present would be 20 bibs and a baby manicure set
Good luck and I hope you manage to find some bargains