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What you REALLY need for your newborn!
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items These are the most used items after having my second baby. Most of them I couldn’t live without everything from feeding (bottle and breastfeeding) to bath items to the cutest clothes!
Sections
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Feeding
Bathing/Self Care
Diapers and Wipes
Clothing
Miscellaneous items
Feeding
Skip the Dr browns. These work the same if not better and you have less to clean! These worked amazingly for my breastfed baby who had a tendency to be gassy.
Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottles 9oz 4-Pack
These are always recommended if you are breastfeeding because vitamin D doesn’t pass through breastmilk like other nutrients. I learned this will help your babies teeth develop better than if you skipped these drops.
Enfamil Vi-Sol Baby Vitamin D Drops 50mL
ALWAYS HAVE THIS ON HAND. Hands down my saving grace for a stopped up baby. Don’t plan on going anywhere after using it and make sure to have plenty of wipes ready 😂
BioGaia Protectis Baby Probiotic Drops 5mL
Such an amazing tool to have for either formula or breastmilk. I never used this with my first but with my second I don’t know how I managed feeding time without it before.
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula Pitcher 36oz Black
Smaller version of ones I listed previously but these will forever be my go to
Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottles 4oz 4-Pack
*chefs kiss* perfect for your colicky gassy baby. And they’re SAFE for newborns!
MYLICON Infants Gas Relief Drops, Dye Free, 1oz
The electric ones are a nice luxury but these work just as good. You can never have too many and I always suggest having a backup
Munchkin Sponge Bottle Brush, Grey, 2 Count
If you’re looking for an amazing affordable pump, this is it. I couldn’t afford the mom cozy’s and the other “luxury” brands. I was an over producer and I’d have to dump and continue to pump because these were so good! They have an amazing battery li...
Opnmina Wireless Double Electric Breast Pump
This is the BEST. Always gets the bottles air dry, has a SUPER useful cubby at the top for nipples. And so so SO easy to clean! Others get moldy fast but with this one, you take it apart (two pieces) clean and you’re done!
Ubbi Vertical Baby Bottle Drying Rack Gray
Not every newborn will like the same bottles. My girl varied greatly from my boy. She refused anything but Dr browns and my boy refuses anything but advent. It’s always helpful to have more than one on hand
Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Anti-Colic Options+ Narrow Baby Bottle, 2oz/60ml, Preemie Flow, 0m+, 2 Pack
Bathing/Self Care
These are great for the newborn tiny fingers! Their little nails are like claws but also so scary to clip with nail clippers. Once they get older though nail clippers are easier in my opinion. But again, these are the easiest way I found to get those...
Baby Nail Trimmer Electric 6 in 1 Grooming Kit
Every baby is different. But I’ve used this for both my kids who have super sensitive skin and it’s AMAZING. It has a light fragrance that reminds you of that newborn smell. I even use the lotion for myself because it’s so good!
Johnson's CottonTouch Baby Wash & Shampoo 27.1oz
I absolutely love this item and still use it for my 10 month old and 5 year old during bath time. When they’re newborns using a cup is tricky because you don’t have total control and using the regular shower head is too rough for their skin. 1000/10 ...
Yookidoo Baby Bath Elephant Shower Head
Another amazing soap. My second struggled with eczema and this paired with the oatmeal bath I have on this list ALWAYS tamed it and made him super comfortable
CeraVe Baby 2-in-1 Wash & Shampoo 16oz
The other newborn baths always gave me anxiety. This one gives you the support you need to be able to bathe your little one.
Angelcare Baby Bath Support Gray - Under 6 Months
100% a needed item, those boogers are so hard to get out and you don’t want to hurt them with tweezers. This specific one is amazing because it comes with an ear cleaner too!
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Nose, Nail & Ear Picker
Absolutely love this diaper cream. My son is extremely sensitive to certain brands and this would clear it mostly up with one use
Desitin Max Strength Diaper Rash Cream 4.8oz
We LOVE these binkys. They’re great for their little mouths as they grow because they’re not big and bulky. These are also SUPER easy to clean and don’t get water on the inside like some brands do
NUK Timeless Comfy Pacifier 5-Pack 0-6M
You’ll thank me for this one once they start learning how to spit them out and throw them 😂
Eascrozn 6 Pack Silicone Pacifier Clips BPA Free
Before you know it they will be playing with bath toys! Get them now so you don’t have to worry about it in the future
LZZAPJ Baby Bath Toys 36 Foam Letters & Numbers
Diapers and Wipes
HANDS DOWN the best diapers I have ever used. We have had two blow outs in 10 almost 11 months. They’re soft, bendy, and they’re an amazing quality for a great price.
Disposable Diapers - up&up™ (Select Size and Count) (Color or Pattern May ...
Want water wipes without the hefty price? These are the PERFECT dupe. Will never use another brand
Fragrance Free personal Baby Wipes - 12pk/1200ct - up&up
Clothing
Hands down the comfiest sleepers! They’re soft and thin material like bamboo but without the $40 price tag
Modern Moments by Gerber Baby Neutral Super Soft 2-Pack Coveralls, Sizes Newborn - 12 Months - Walmart.com
Hands down the comfiest sleepers! They’re soft and thin material like bamboo but without the $40 price tag
Modern Moments by Gerber Baby Neutral Super Soft 2-Pack Coveralls, Sizes Newborn - 12 Months - Walmart.com
Hands down the comfiest sleepers! They’re soft and thin material like bamboo but without the $40 price tag
Modern Moments by Gerber Baby and Toddler Neutral Super Soft One-Piece Pajamas, Sizes 0/3 Months - 5T - Walmart.com
Always check target for clothing deals! They typically run 20-30% off for baby clothes and they have a 1 year warranty. Keep your receipt and you can exchange the clothes for a bigger size!
Gerber Baby 5pk Short Sleeve Onesies - Pink 0-3M: Cotton Knit Bodysuits, Crew Neck, Crotch Snap
These sleepers are more of a cotton material but these are better for the colder months!
Baby 3pk Cotton Moons Sleep N' Play - Cloud Island™ Gray Newborn: Footed Pajamas, Long Sleeve, Mitten Cuff, Inverted Zipper
More of a cotton material again but COME ON how cute are these?! Plus they get soft after the first few washes
Carter's Just One You® Baby Girls' 2pk Floral Sleep N' Play - Blue Newborn
You can NEVER have too many of these. Stock up and you’ll thank me later!
Muslin Burp Cloths 100% Cotton 12 Pack
Miscellaneous items
Another thing I wish I had with my first baby. This is perfect for night time feeds and babies sleep SO much better with the white noise!
Kipcush Night Light White Noise Machine, 20 Sounds
These are amazing for around the house or by the bed. If you’re a breastfeeding mama this will save you from getting up during the middle of the night feeds to get snacks and drinks. But every mama should have one of these for those middle of the nig...
SUNALLY 3 Tier Rolling Cart with Drawer White
This was perfect for my son because he liked to nap wherever I was and hated the bassinet!
Baby Lounger Nest 0-24M Organic Cotton
PERFECT for tummy time!
Funtery Woodland Animals Hexagon Playpen Mat
This sensory pillow is great for tummy time because it keeps them entertained for longer periods of time without over stimulating them!
teytoy Tummy Time Pillow with Crinkle Mat & Teethers
I loved these types of bouncers because it has either a soothing vibration, tummy massager, and/or a self bouncing option!
Bright Starts Baby Bouncer Safari Fun 0-6M