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First time parents
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items For first-time parents: the essentials you didn’t know you needed, products I’ve used and plan to use for baby number 3
No words. It’s really good super breathable perfect for when you need to get housework done, i swear whenever i put bub in here she falls alsleep and i can finally get stuff done around the house.
Ergobaby Omni Dream Baby Carrier Pearl Grey
Moo goo always has the best baby creams I also got there cradle cap cream and it does wonders still a big fan of mustella cradle cap i swear buy it.
Baby Starter Kit
Quality of the picture and size is very good, and the battery lasts very long also can activate split screen if you have 2 kids to watch in different rooms.
Tweetycam Baby Monitor Bundle with 2 cameras
Saves having to put dirty nappies in with the general garbage bin, only had it for a few months now but it’s so convenient especially the odour protection any other bin stinks up the house not this one, heard mixed things but so far its been amazing.
Tommee Tippee Twist & Click Nappy Disposal Unit
Life hack has been putting these under their bedsheets in the cot just incase there is any leakage also keep in nursery for nightime changes just incase
Disposable Diaper Changing Pads Pack of 100 for Babies
Entire kit that I got, the underwear for bleeding after birth as-well as some pain soothers (wipes peri bottle) also ice packs for around nipples it is able to be frozen or heated so when your boobs are sore you can use this (are able to use while br...
Labour Prep and Postpartum Recovery Box
Honestly I could of handled hand washing the bottles but when using a breast pump constantly it became a lot save your time and sanity and just buy it.
Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro
Love it, got this and a tub from target its amaing and when baby starts to sit on there own you can actually turn it around and they can sit inside it.
Angelcare Bath Support - Grey
I know it sounds weird but Cold lettuce leaves on your boobs are a life saver
Lettus
If you don’t want the full set you can just buy the underwear by itself baby bunting also has some good postpartum briefs however i dont remember the brand i got they were reusable.
Disposable Postpartum Underwear
Imagine your vag is blown up the size of Asia this is heaven
Perineal Wash Bottle
I’ve tried so many baby bottles and this seemed to be the best option
Avent Natural Response Newborn Starter Set 0 Months+ | Healthylife
I put mine in the fridge could also try freezer helps soothe down there after birth
Postpartum Probiotic Witch Hazel Recovery Wipe (50 pack)
Most comfortable options for leakage and you can hardy notice they are on
Elvie Catch Milk Collection Shells - Set of 2
Perfect for covering up also love any muslin material it’s very good for spills and spit ups early days keep in mind later on with big spit ups its not as absorbent as it could be. the kmart terry toweling diapers work great for big spit ups and burp...
Sand Muslin Lace Baby Blanket
great for the early days.
Organic Muslin Burp Cloths - Golden Harvest 5 Pack
I have invested in 2 of these 1 for night time milk and and another for day I’ve been using the pitcher method for my breast milk before bagging and freezing my milk
You can get them off amazon aswell I most prefer the mason jar pitchers
Dr Browns Formula Mixing Pitcher
Amazing for storing hot serialised water for formulas
MISSTA Bottle | Formula Feeding Product for Travel & Home
When I’m not using my electric pump this still does wonders even when I was pregnant it was useful for collect colostrum late in pregnancy i worked out if collected colostrum you can pump upside down and none of the magic juice goes to waste.
Manual Medela Australia
I had the glass Phillips baby bottles so it was good if you accidentally made the milk too hot.
Personalised Allergy & Name Bottle Bands | Stuck on You Australia
Also great for collecting colostrum
Haakaa Manual Breast Pump, Clear, 4oz/100ml
Extremely cost effective the only problem was that it was a bit loud so they weren’t ideal for pumping while out however for pumping at home they are amazing
Tignapoo MY-376 Wearable Silent Breast Pump
on-the-go cleaning when you don’t have access to soap and water say if he spots the dummy on the floor only place I don’t trust them is if it’s dropped on a viably dirty flirt or bathroom then I use soap and water
Dr Brown's Soother & Bottle Wipes, 40-Pack
My Bub started teething early, couldn’t use anything until 4 months someone recommended this it can be used as early as birth so we were using this and Panadol to help soothe this was a lifesaver
Homoeopathic Baby Teething Powder
Very good and cheap
Bondi Adjustable Height Bedside Beechwood Bassinet
Great for going out to dinner we just sit ours on the table
Bumbo Multi Seat Cool Grey | Baby Bunting AU
Keeps milk warm and is great for glass bottle.
Philips Avent Natural Glass Sleeve 240ml Baby Bottle Insulated ...
Convenient since we were getting the Phillips baby bottles only thing I’ve noticed with a lot of breast milk bags is the measurement never is right so I usually have to measure then put in the bag
Avent Milk Storage Bags - 25 Pack
The sound is soft and calming, perfect for settling my baby on the go. It’s compact, clips easily to the pram, and the night light is a bonus. The only downside is the battery—it’s great for outings but runs out within 2 days if the light is used.
Drift Away White Noise Machine for Baby in Taupe
My baby loves it and added bonus being that it glows in the dark
Ultra-light StayPut Day and Night Soothers
Amazing so much easier being able to wipe any spills straight off rather than washing the sheets constantly
Ultimate Change Pad Olive
Not a necessity, we only use this of a night for changing as it can be a bit too cold for Bub of a night
Baby Wipes & Warmers
Best purchase we tried a few cheap strollers and prams before this one and it’s amazing how much of difference it is when it’s easy to set up and pack into a car
Jengo
Incredible adorable we have been using our when we go watch live footy games she loves it
Bright Starts Pop 'N Sit Portable Booster Seat
Day naps are so much easy Bub basically lives In the baby bouncer and the chair seat we have only recently got and works easy for going out for dinner
Ingenuity
Easy cheap leather, when she makes a massive mess I just hose it off outside
BABY JOY Foldable Baby High Chair, 7 Heights, 5 Recline
Bubs favourite toy
Rainbow Lights Axolotl
So convenient and easy when you are out and about
Baby Travel Changing Mat - Change Mat Clutch
Overall favourite, best brand I’ve tried heats in almost 2 minutes amazing easy and convenient for a screaming baby
Grownsy Nutri 10-in-1 Auto-Lift Bottle Warmer
Personally I loved this way better than any other pump I tried the heat setting are amazing
eufy Wearable Breast Pump E20
just buy it and you can thank me later.
Foldable Sitz Bath with Flusher for Postpartum