Restoration Hardware has more ornate ones, Pottery Barn has simpler ones
Crib
Jonathan Adler makes very cute ones, gives off the right amount of light
Nightlights
Separate hamper for separate loads with special baby laundry detergent
Clothes Hamper
We got a RH one and switched the handle knobs for brightly colored knobs from Anthropologie to make it a little more colorful
Changing table
You spend a ton of time on this in the beginning, get one that's comfortable - preferable with a foot ottoman
Chair-Glider
Need somewhere to put bottles, iPads, etc. down next to chair-glider. Serena and Lily has nice options
Side Table
We bought a day bed - at first for the night nurse, then for mom or dad, now the baby uses it as a flat, padded surface on which she can safely play, sit, crawl
Camden Daybed with Trundle
Bath & Toilette
We used this collapsible bathtub with the bath pad at first so that she wouldn't slip
Collapsible Baby Bathtub
This is great for the first 5 months, helps them feel comfortable in the bath, plus they don't slip
Bather infant Bath Pad
You'll keep buying more advanced ones as they grow up
Ocean Squirts Bath Toys
Adan and Anais make cute, soft ones
Hooded Towel
For bathtime
Washcloths
We really like Burt's Bees
Baby Shampoo & Wash
Post-bath baby moisturizing cream. Cetaphil recommended by a pediatrician.
Moisturizing Cream for Dry/Sensitive Skin
Clothing
For closet
6-Pack Children's Hangers
Cotton, snaps under the tush so that it doesn't ride up when burping
Baby 5-Pack Solid Onesies Bodysuits
We love Kissy Kissy - soft cotton, fits very well, wide selection of patterns, colors
QT Cherry Blossom Playsuit
We love Kissy Kissy for these - soft cotton, a little more room for them while they sleep
Converter Gown
Important to wear these under the onesies when they are 0-3 months
Baby Girls' 6-Pair Sock
Babies wear these in cold AND warm weather - we liked the Kissy Kissy ones, many outfits come with matching ones
Cotton hats
Crib & Bedding
Colgate or Naturalpedic were recommended
Mattress
We haven't needed this yet (pampers very good), but have it on the crib just in case
Waterproof fitted crib mattress pad
For basic comfort, since the baby sleeps on its back
Cradler
D Porthault has sheets for the crib but you need to call the store, cannot get them online (can also get the blue hearts for boys)
Fitted crib sheets
Alternative to Porthault sheets
Fitted Crib Sheets
Same, D Porthault makes a matching one (can also get the blue hearts for boys)
Bedskirt
Alternative to the D. Porthault ones
Bedskirt
Same, D Porthault makes a matching one
Crib Bumpers
an alternative to the D. Porthault ones
Crib Bumpers
You cant put a blanket over the baby, so sleepsacks are the cozy equivalent
Sleepsack 100% Cotton Wearable Blanket
Adan and Anais are my favorites - very thin and very large
Swaddling Blankets
These are great b/c makes baby portable - baby sleeps a lot and you can have it next to you in the living room, dining room, etc
Moses Bassinet
Will usually come with whatever moses basket you buy
Fitted Bassinet sheets
This one is my daughter's favorite - obsessed at month 2 onward
Mobile for crib
Great for month 2 onward
Crib mirror
Diapering
Pampers Swaddlers
Diapers
Pampers Sensitive Wipes
Wipes
This is to prevent diaper rash, also smells like a baby!
A&D cream
Found this to be very useful re containing the smell
Diaper Genie
LLBean is great for cloth totes that you can throw in a stroller, wash when needed
Tote Bags
A must for when you need to use a changing table in a public place
Portable Diapering Station
Buy 2 so that you can wash in between
Changing table covers
Feeding and Nursing
My sister told me this is great for when you're sleep deprived and need to make formula quickly
Formula Pro Advanced Baby Formula Dispenser
Comes with various sizes, cleaning brush - buy extras of all the bottles separately
Bottle starter set
This was very handy, saved a lot of time
Microwave steam sterilizer
The grass one looks pretty on the counter
Bottle drying rack
Cotton ones (Bibs for months 0-6)
Snap Bib
Bibs for months 6-12. These can be rinsed off.
Soft Bib
For storing pre-made mushy foods
Baby Blocks Freezer Storage Containers, 2 oz
Get one that both steams and blends
Baby food maker
Soft cotton ones
Burpy Bib
For breastfeeding
Nursing Pillow
Rent one from the hospital if you can, those are the strongest - if not, get the best Medela one online
Double Electric Breast Pump
This saved me - you can actually type or read while pumping if you have this
Hands Free Pumping Bra
Glamourmom tank tops are great b/c they have built-in nursing bras - you can wear under your clothes
Nursing Bras
Helps with painful nipples
Nursing Comfort Balm
You may need to supplement, we used Enfamil - buy newborn first, then infant (important - it makes a difference)
Premium Newborn Non-GMO Infant Formula
We got one that clips on to the table - easy to store
Fast Table Chair
Start with the very soft ended spoons, move to larger spoons later
Safety Spoons
Get plates with compartments - good for baby that is trying different foods during one meal
Divided Toddler Plastic Plates
Misc
Get one especially made for babies
Baby Stain Soaker
Important, baby skin is very sensitive
Liquid Laundry Detergent
Nuk and Nuby make nice ones - need to buy age-appropriate sizes
Silicone Pacifier
We use Dropcam and love it - can view and hear from iphone, ipad, computer
Wireless Video Monitoring Camera
We found several iPad apps that worked very well
White Noise Machine
Important to have this in cold AND warm weather
Warm Mist Humidifier
You'll find many great books out there. Get small, hardcover, brightly colored ones
Hard Cover Books
Get the soft rattles - that way they won't accidentally hit themselves with them
Hand-Knit Plush Rattle Toy
For thank you cards from baby shower, gifts
Stationery
On-the-go
Babies seem to love the chenille blankets with silk trims - like feeling the contrast.
Baby Blanket
Need one with a special newborn compartment. Bugaboo and Mclaren both are well-liked.
Newborn Stroller
Lets you go from stroller to car seat easily
Car Seat Adapter
This is my favorite way to get around town with the baby.
Baby Carrier
This makes the baby so much more comfortable in the car seat / stroller - great considering how much time the baby sleeps in there.
Snuzzler
Great way to keep the baby engaged.
Stroller Toys
Great for cold weather, very cozy
Baby Cocoon
Pharmacy
Use as directed by the pediatrician
Infant Pain Relief/Fever Reducer Drops
These are homeopathic, worked well on our daughter
Teething tablets
We haven't used this yet but have it on hand just in case
Teething gel
Get one that's easy to use, noninvasive
Forehead Thermometer
This automated one worked better than the manual ones
Nasal aspirator
Spray before using the nose aspirator
Saline Nasal Mist
Get one with baby brush, nail clippers, flies
Health and Grooming Kit
Next to every sink, next to changing table
Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel
Toys
Great environments for them to lie down or sit in and play
Activity Gym Play Mat
This one vibrates and has music - very comfy
Deluxe Bouncer: Snugabunny
These are larger but the 2.0 of the usual vibrating seat - a smaller seat detaches from the base
Glider LX Gliding Swing
My daughter is obsessed with this - good for 5 months onward
SmartSteps Jump and Go
Takes up a lot of space but some moms swear by it
Baby Neptune Activity Center
I hung these above her changing table, next to the glider (for when she was burping) - gave her something to look at
Art Cards for Baby
Buy x2 or x3 of the same one in case baby gets attached to one and then loses it
Animal blankies
Ones that go in the freezer first are a favorite
Ice Gel Teether Keys
Good for reading together - babies can also hold on to these and also put in their mouths
Cloth Book
Learning
This is my absolute must-read book. Explains everything in a data-backed way. Don't have a baby without reading this first!
