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Is your baby not wanting to sleep in the crib? Is it the crib mattress? Too dark? We can help you with these crib ideas.
Weve created a handy travel system that will make flying with a baby easier.
Your baby wont drink from a baby bottle? Dont panic! We can help you understand why your baby is refusing formula.
Make a safe space for your baby by baby proofing your home.
As a first time mom you may be wondering when should a baby start talking? We have the answer!
Here is a very good idea! We get so focused on our little baby that we forget about ourselves. You have to remember to take care of yourself too!
Eventually your new baby starts growing up and that means teething! Here are some great teething hacks.
How To Change Babys Diaper
To change your newborns diaper, make sure you have all supplies on hand. Then, follow these steps:
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Which Items Are Actually Essential
Its not easy to know which baby items are truly essential and which ones you can ignore. Your baby doesnt need brand-name clothing, but what about a hooded towel or a humidifier? Its not always clear whats absolutely necessary and whats just nice to have.
The truth is that some newborn baby essentials arent exactly essential. Humans have survived for thousands of years without things like breast pumps and pacifiers, so we dont need them in order to take care of our babies.
However, we dont live in the Stone Age anymore, and life in the 21st century requires a few extra items. Diapers, for instance, are impossible to go without. The same is true of bathing products and cleansers.
If youre looking to save money on baby essentials or just prefer a minimalist approach, here is a list of what you will definitely need to care for your baby:
- Clothing
- Baby food
- Cleansers to bathe your baby with
These are, to quote Baloo, the bare necessities of life. But there are a number of other baby essentials that will make caring for your child easier. And making life easier for you and your partner should be a high priority!
So lets get started with the ultimate first year shopping list.
If You Are Formula Feeding:
- Lots of bibs
- Burp cloths
- Bottle and nipple brush
- Formula
- Thermal bottle carrier
- Several dozen cloth or re-usable diapers
- 8 waterproof covers
- Baby ointment or other barrier cream to prevent rash
- Snaps, Velcro or safety pins to secure re-usable diapers
- Disposable wipes or a couple dozen washcloths for cleaning babys bottom
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Best Stroller And Car
Many readers prefer to start with an infant car seat, which lifts out of the car and secures onto a coordinating stroller for easy transitions. The winning twofer is the Chicco Corso Modular Travel System, which pairs the highly rated KeyFit 30 Zip infant rear-facing car seat with a well-designed stroller made to hold it. You’ll keep using the snazzy stroller long after your baby outgrows the companion car seat. $500
Burt’s Bees Baby Burp Cloths
Yet another multitasking must have, these absorbent, 100 percent organic cotton burp cloths wont just absorb any spit up and other baby-related spills they’re also big enough to double as on-the-go changing pads. Plus, theyre soft on babys skin and completely cover your shoulder for mid-meal burps. The tri-fold towels easily fit in your diaper bag, and the buzz-y bee patch adds the right touch of sweetness. You’ll get two cloths in a set.
Size: 16 x 11.8 inches
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Newborn Baby Essentials For Minimalist Parents
Continuing our series during this final year of AoS of the top 12 published posts of all time , I adore that this one is so popular, at number 5, because my kids are now 10, 12, and 15. How time flies! Weve updated links, so the info here is still relevant just know that if it applies to your life, youll blink and be in the passenger seat doing drivers ed with that baby before you know it. Perhaps this is comforting: I remember dealing with almost none of whats in this post.
xoxo, Tsh
The Countdown: 12 / 11 / 10 / 9 / 8 / 7 / 6 / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1
Theres a lot out there in stores you dont actually need for a newborn babybut this doesnt mean you need nothing. Throughout human history, parents have managed to raise the next generation with very few items the must haves of todays culture werent even invented not that long ago.
Here are the eight things I do find essential during the new baby stage.
Baby Clothes Checklist 0
You might be wondering What baby clothes do I need for the first 3 months?
Here is a complete list of my baby clothing essentials for the first year. This article includes a checklist broken down by sizes for newborn, 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 9-12 months. Youll also find a list of baby clothes that are NOT recommended.
For the first 0-3 months, heres my baby clothes checklist:
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Naomi Home Odelia Swivel Rocker Recliner
Why pick this one? Pampers Parents loved the fact that this rocker reclined. Itâs a feature that many found to be a major selling point. Not only does this chair rock, but it also swivels 360 degrees.
The Naomi Home Odelia Swivel Rocker Recliner has a built-in footrest, so you donât need to sacrifice additional space in your nursery for a separate ottoman.
Youâll need to assemble this chair, which might be a drawback, but all the tools youâll need are included.
Highlights: The seat is filled with spring core foam for comfortable support. And the gliding mechanism has ball bearings for smooth swiveling or rocking.
Price*: about $279.99 on
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Newborn Essentials Checklist: All You Need To Buy Before Your Baby Arrives
The little ones first clothes should be comfortable, soft, safe, and made from natural fabrics. Dont buy too many things because newborns grow and gain weight fast.
- Diapers
- Onesies : 6 pcs.
- Sleepsuits: 35 pcs.
- Soft baby booties: 2 pairs
- Anti-scratch mittens: 2 pairs.
- A light jumpsuit for the outdoors
- A brimmed boonie hat
- A cotton cover for the stroller and car seat
- A stroller curtain
- Warm rompers and a sweater
- Wool hats and booties
The list can be modified depending on whether youve chosen to breastfeed or formula-feed your baby.
- Nursing bras: 23 pcs.
- Comfortable nursing nightwear
- Nipple cream to prevent cracked nipples
- Breast pads so your clothes dont get stained
- A breast pump
- Baby scales
- A sterilizer for pacifiers and bottles for use during the babys first year
- Baby bottles: 6 pcs. Pay attention to anti-colic ones to reduce the amount of air the baby swallows while feeding. The bottles should be made from quality materials that can withstand high temperatures.
- Baby bottle brushes: After each feeding session, thoroughly clean the bottle and remove milk or formula residue.
- A vacuum flask or water heater: they help maintain optimal water temperature for preparing formula.
- Muslin bibs: 4 pcs.
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Crib Sheets And Mattress Cover Protectors
These crib sheets are great value and have a bunch of cute designs!
We got a waterproof mattress cover protector for our crib mattress and so far its protected the mattress from accidents.
To save time, one tip I received is to put 2 of these protectors on the mattress all the time with crib sheets layered on top. You would put the cover on first, then a sheet on top, then another cover on and then another sheet.
How To Bathe A Newborn Baby
Your baby may have their first official bath in the hospital. But regardless of whether or not they were bathed following delivery, plan to give your newborn baby a sponge bath shortly after you bring them home.
To do this, dip a cloth or sponge in warm water and gently wash your babys head, body, and diaper area. A sponge bath is the safest option until your babys umbilical cord falls off on its own.
After the umbilical cord falls off, you can give your baby a bath in an infant tub.
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Sunglasses And Sun Hat
When the babys under 6 months, he/she cant have sunscreen. When youre going for walks or lounging at the beach or outdoor pool, a good hat, sunglasses or combination are essential for protecting babys skin.
We used both a hat and sunglasses. Her grandma gifted her cute sunglasses.
Before she was 6 months, she didnt bother trying to remove the sunglasses.
After 6 months, it became a bit tricky to get her to keep them on. Like everything, you just have to be persistent about it. It took quite a few days, but eventually she knew that when mom puts on her sunglasses, she has to keep them on.
Along with sunglasses, its a good idea to get a baby hat that protects your babys face and neck for those sunny days at the park or beach.
The Baby Medicine Cabinet
Discuss the use of over-the-counter medications or treatments with your doctor.
- Thermometer: There are many types available. Some doctors prefer that you use a rectal thermometer to get the most accurate temperature. A digital, plastic thermometer that you can place under your baby’s armpit may be easy for you to use for the first six months, but a rectal temperature is the most accurate in the first 3 months of life. Ear thermometers can be used after age 3 months.
- Pain reliever/fever reducer medicine: Do not use aspirin! Acetaminophen is the only pain reliever/fever reducer approved for for the first 6 months of life. Ask your pediatrician about the proper dose based on your babyâs weight.
- Teething rings to soothe teething gums.
- Small gauze squares to clean wounds.
- Cool mist vaporizer. Good for when baby has a cold.
- Pedialyte or Ricelyte to be used as directed by your child’s pediatrician for fluid replacement during diarrhea or vomiting.
- Infant sunscreen. If your baby is younger than 6 months, keep them out of the sun as much as possible. But no matter how old they are, apply a baby-friendly sunscreen if they’ll be exposed to sunlight.
Keep your baby in the shade as much as you can. Their skin is thinner and more sensitive. Cover them up with clothes and a hat, limit their time in the sun , donât let them get overheated, and get them out of the sun right away if they show any signs of sunburn or dehydration, including fussiness, redness, and excessive crying.
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What To Look For When Buying A Crib Mattress
After finding the right crib for your little one, youâll be looking for the right mattress.
As many Pampers Parents have noted, it takes a long time to research the best crib mattresses. To help speed the process, we’ve assembled a list of what to consider when buying a crib mattress:
Out And About With Your Baby
Spend some time looking at what’s available for getting around with your baby. Think about what will suit you best before you make a choice, and ask other mums what they have found useful.
Before buying a pushchair or a pram, check that:
- the brakes are in good working order
- the handles are at the right height for pushing
- the frame is strong enough
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Health And Safety Checklist
Itâs good to have some essentials at home in case you need to take your little oneâs temperature or put an adhesive bandage on a small scratch. These are some basic items to have at home:
â First-aid kit. You’ll want to have basic items at home like a baby thermometer, tweezers, antibiotic ointment, adhesive bandages, and petroleum jelly, all in one place. You may wish to have another first-aid kit in the car or in the diaper bag so that you have some of these essentials when youâre on the go as well.
â Bulb syringe. This can help gently remove mucus from your babyâs nose.
â Nail clippers or a soft emery board. Your little oneâs nails will need trimming from time to time, and doing this will also help prevent him scratching himself.
â Soft-bristled hairbrush. Even if your little one doesnât have much hair, a brush can help loosen scales if your newborn ends up with cradle cap.
â Sunscreen. Generally speaking, your little one should be kept out of direct sunlight for at least the first six months. However, a little sunscreen may be applied to exposed small areas like the face and hands if adequate clothing and/or shade isn’t available.
â Gentle detergent. This can be used to wash all of your newbornâs clothes and bedding for the first few months. If your babyâs skin shows any signs of irritation, you can try a hypoallergenic detergent, perhaps one designed especially for babies.