Whether you are a first time parent or preparing for next baby's arrival, this Baby Checklist will help you to stay organized and get ready for your newborn. This list includes all the essentials, and nice-to-haves for the first few months.
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🪑Baby Nursery
Setting up your nursery is a fun and exciting task. But buying nursery furniture that is not necessary can easily go over your budget. Here is a list of essential nursery furniture for a cozy and functional nursery.
Essentials
- Bassinet
- Baby Crib
- Crib mattress
- Baby beddings: crib sheets (3-4), blankets, bed snakes, bedding sets
- Nursery Glider / Recliner
- Changing Table or dresser with changing topper
Nice-to-haves
- Extra Storage: Chest, Armoire / Chifferobe
- Nursery Hutch
- Baby Monitor
- White Noise Machine
🍼Baby Feeding
Get ready to feed your newborn 8-12 times per day. To fulfill such big meal demand, you will need plenty of baby feeding supplies. Here is a list of baby feeding essentials you should prepare before the newborn arrives.
Essentials
- Bottles (at least 5) & nipples
- Formula (if not breastfeeding)
- Bibs & burp cloths (at least 5 for both)
- Bottle brush & drying rack
- Nipple cream (for breastfeeding)
- Nursing bras (for breastfeeding)
- Nursing pads (for breastfeeding)
- Breast pump (for breastfeeding)
- Milk storage bag (for breastfeeding)
- High chair (when you reach 4 months)
Nice-to-haves
- Bottle warmer / sterilizer
- Nursing pillow (for breastfeeding)
💪Baby Health
You will not just be your baby's meal supplier, but also 7/24 health caregiver. If your baby happens to get sick, you'll want to have these health essentials at home or on hand when you travel.
Essentials
- Baby first aid kit
- Baby toothbrush
- Baby thermometer
- Baby nail clipper or file
Nice-to-haves
- Nasal aspirator / bulb syringe
- Petroleum jelly and sterile gauze
👕Babywear
When it comes to babywear, being comfy and cozy is the key. Here is a list of babywear must-haves:
Essentials
- Onesies / bodysuits (at least 10)
- Shirts & Pants (at least 10)
- One-piece pajamas (at least 10)
- Hats, Mittens (1-3)
- Socks or booties (3-5)
- Swaddles (2-3)
- Outerwear or seasonal clothing (3-5)
- Lightweight and heavy stroller blankets
- Baby laundry detergent
🛁Baby Bath
Giving a bath for your baby is fun. Just need to prepare with all the right gear. Here is a list of baby bath time essentials:
Essentials
- Baby bathtub / bath seat
- Baby bobywash & shampo
- Baby towel (at least 2)
- Baby oil or baby lotion
Nice-to-haves
- Washcloths
- Baby brush
- Baby blanket
🧻Baby Diapering
Changing your baby's diaper can be an unpleasant job to do. But with this list of baby diapering essentials, you will find it much easier. Here is the list of baby diapering essentials:
Essentials
- Diapers (disposable / cloth)
- Baby wipes
- Rash cream / ointment
- Diaper bag
-
Changing pad & covers
Nice-to-haves
- Diaper pail
🚗Baby Travel Essentials
Whether you need to travel with your kid, or simply bring your kid to visit a friend's, you'll need some travel essentials for your baby to sit in or play. Here is a list of baby travel essentials:
Essentials
- Baby carrier / wrap
- Infant car seat
- Baby stroller
- Play mat
Nice-to-haves
Conclusion
This is a interactive list, if you would like to make more suggestions, please leave a comment below. Otherwise, happy shopping!
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