Whether you are a first time mom or prepare for next baby's arrival, there are essentials you should get before it is too late. To help ease your worries and organize your shopping list, we have created a Baby Registry Checklist. This list includes all the essentials you will need on the first few months.
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🪑Baby Nursery Essentials
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.
- Crib / Bassinet
- Firm, flat crib mattress
- Baby beddings: crib sheets (3-4), blankets, bed snakes, bedding sets
- Nursery Seating
- Changing Table or dresser with changing topper
- Nursery Storage: Chest, Armoire / Chifferobe
- Nursery Hutch
- Baby Monitor
- White Noise Machine (optional)
🍼Baby Feeding Essentials
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.
- Bottles (at least 5) & nipples
- Formula (if not breastfeeding)
- Bibs & burp cloths (at least 5 for both)
- Bottle warmer / sterilizer
- Bottle brush & drying rack
- Nipple cream (for breastfeeding)
- Nursing bras (for breastfeeding)
- Nursing pads (for breastfeeding)
- Nursing pillow (for breastfeeding)
- Breast pump (for breastfeeding)
- Milk storage bag (for breastfeeding)
- High chair (when you reach 4 months)
💪Baby Health Essentials
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.
- Baby first aid kit
- Baby toothbrush
- Baby thermometer
- Baby nail clipper or file
- Nasal aspirator / bulb syringe
- Petroleum jelly and sterile gauze
👕Babywear Essentials
When it comes to babywear, being comfy and cozy is the key. Here is a list of babywear must-haves:
- 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 Essentials
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:
- Baby bathtub / bath seat
- Baby bobywash & shampo
- Baby towel (at least 2)
- Washcloths
- Baby brush
- Baby oil or baby lotion
- Baby blanket
🧻Baby Diapering Essentials
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:
- Diapers (disposable / cloth)
- Baby wipes
- Rash cream / ointment
- Diaper bag
- Changing pad & covers
- 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:
- Baby carrier / wrap
- Infant car seat
- Baby stroller
- Travel crib
- Portable playard
- Play mat
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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