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Must have baby items
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items As a mom of 3, these are the items that I believe are must have for newborn/infant care.
If you’ve have a baby in the nicu, then you’ve probably seem these. The shushing sound is very similar to what babies hear in utero. This will be your best friend especially for the early weeks.
Shop Baby Shusher Sound Machine for Babies
This helps baby feel tight and secure, just like when they were still in the womb. Also prevents those newborn jerks that often wake them up. Disclaimer: As soon as your baby is able to roll over, you must discontinue use.
Velcro Swaddle
My absolute favorite pacis! The enlonged design places the bulb past the gums, preventing misshapen teeth or “paci teeth”
MAM Pacifiers: In Silk Teat or Natural Latex
I’ve honestly never had a bad experience with Luvs with all 3 kids. They are so much affordable and perform just as well.
Luvs Diapers
Perfect for tummy time and for keeping the baby entertained. We use this more than anything else.
Fisher-Price Gyms & Playmats
I discovered baby wearing with my second baby and it was a complete game changer. Perfect if you have more than one kid. Frees up both hands while baby is safe and warm.
Moby Wrap: Award-winning Baby Wraps & MORE
It’s just so cute and the difference size brushes come in handy.
Boon Cacti Bottle & Nipple Cleaning Brush Set
Perfect for drying bottle and pump parts.
Boon Lawn Baby Bottle Drying Rack
Ever had an entire can of formula spill all in the diaper bag? This solves that problem. Holds enough for 3 bottles, so all you have to do is dump in the bottle, shake and go.
Dr. Brown's® Baby Formula Dispenser
They really do help with gas and colic. I thought it was a gimmick too, but I was very surprised. Yes it’s a lot of parts to clean but it’s worth it.
Baby Bottles
Got this for my youngest and it worked out great.
Play Yard
I know it seems weird but when your baby is as gassy as mine was, you’ll try anything.
Windi the GASPASSER – Frida | The fuss stops here.
I swear this made a difference.
Baby Calming Bedtime Spray | Zarbee's®
You’ll need them for literally everything.
Nursery Receiving Blankets
“A cold baby cries, a hot baby dies” keeping a thermometer in the same room as the baby will help you dress them accordingly without stress.
Best Indoor Thermometers
This thing is amazing and such a relief on your back. I would get stopped all the time in public from moms being interested in it. Has pockets for your phone, paci etc.
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years
This is the absolute best smelling baby lotion, I’ve ever tried. Everyone is always saying how good my baby smells. The Manuka honey and lavender is the best scent ever!
SheaMoisture Baby Nighttime Care Gift Set
This fan came in handy so much. The 3 legs bend any which way so it can be attached to almost anything. We used it on the stroller for hot days outside. It’s rechargeable and show the percentage of battery life left.
HomeLifairy Portable USB Rechargeable Stroller Fan
My babies pretty much stayed in one of these at home especially during the colder months. The double zipper makes midnight diaper changes so much fast and easier. It’s even allowed me to change their diaper without waking them.
2-Way Zip Sleep and Play
Every mom knows that hassle of trying to carry the diaper bag and your purse. This has enough room for mom’s stuff as well. Maybe it’s just me but having the diaper bag strap on my shoulder always bothered me so getting this backpack diaper bag saved...
The Best Backpack Diaper Bags
You’ll never go back to a traditional bulb again! And no the snot doesn’t get anywhere near your mouth.
NoseFrida the SnotSucker – Frida | The fuss stops here.
Babies skin are a lot more sensitive than ours and so the water might not seem too hot for us but for their skin, it could make them very uncomfortable, possibly burning them. This ensures yours baby’s water is the perfect temperature.
Bath Thermometer
This is such a game changer for diaper rash creams. Just spray the affected area and go. Perfect for dads who feel uncomfortable about applying creams.
Boogie Bottoms Baby Diaper Rash Cream Spray
Makes sink national much easier.
Baby Bath Sink & Tub Cushion - Nuby
For those moments in public where as long as the baby is moving, the baby is quiet and happy and your hands free.
Rockit Rocker- Rechargeable Portable Stroller Baby Rocker
Helps to safely get out those pesky boogers and earwax
Baby Ear & Nose Cleaners - Congestion Relief, Booger & Ear Wax Remover
Microwaves can cause dangerous hot spots. This gets your baby’s bottle to the perfect temp in a flash
Philips Avent Premium Fast Bottle Warmer
The best and most affordable monitor on the market. If baby’s heart rate gets too slow, it sends a gentle vibration to alert the baby to breath normally. Rechargeable and works without WiFi
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