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Baby Items & Essentials
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Lisa Letkeman
Here’s a list of all my favorite baby items & essentials that have worked really well for me and my babies.
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Nursing/ feeding
 
Sleep 💤
 
Changing station
 
Baby Bath & Care
 
Car Seats/ Baby Gear
 
Teething

Nursing/ feeding

 
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I’ve tried 2 other breast pumps and this one is by far my favorite!
NCVI Double Electric Breast Pump, Portable Anti-Backflow, with 4 Size Flanges, 4 Modes & 9 Levels,Mirror LED Display, 10 Breastmilk Storage Bags,Ultra-Quiet and Pain Free Breast Pumps Pink
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Love this baby bottle brand. The glass doesn’t break as easily as one would think.
Philips Avent Glass Baby Bottle with Natural Response Nipple - 4oz/3pk
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Best burp cloths I’ve ever used!
Muslin Burp Cloths Large 100% Cotton by Comfy Cubs (Sage, Pack of 10)
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Best nursing cover I've ever used! Comes in multiple colors as well.
WeeSprout Nursing Cover for Breastfeeding, Soft & Breathable Nursing Cover - Rosemary Stitch
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Loved my ladybugs! Perfect for letdown when nursing.
Haakaa Ladybug Silicone Breast Milk Collector - 2.5oz/75ml
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My favorite nursing pads, can’t go without when breastfeeding.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads - 100ct
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Works its magic instantly! Number one item I buy to have on hand when baby comes!
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding Essentials - 1.41oz
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Always worked really well for us. Made heating up bottles a breeze
MOMYEASY Fast Baby Bottle Warmer with Timer
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Made formula feeding a lot easier.
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula Mixing Pitcher with Locking Lid & No Drip Spout - 32oz - Light Blue
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Makes feeding on the go so much easier.
Melii Baby Formula Dispenser
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Sleep 💤

 
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This is a must have when having babies! Bonus they come in all kinds of different plushies!
WubbaNub Pacifier - Pink Unicorn
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Went through a few different sound machines this one has been the best for us.
Brown Noise Sound Machine with 30 Soothing Sounds 12 Colors Night Light White Noise Machine for Adults Baby Kids Sleep Machines with 36 Volume Levels Memory Function 5 Timers for Home Office Travel
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Our baby’s favorite pacifiers
Dr. Brown's HappyPaci One-Piece 100% Silicone Pacifier - 0-6 Months - 3pk - White/Pink/Light Pink
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Absolutely love the 2 way zipper makes diaper changes so much easier.
Simple Joys by Carter's Baby 2-Pack Zip Sleep
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My favorite sleep sack! Definitely recommend especially if your baby’s don’t stay in their swaddle
SwaddleDesigns Transitional Swaddle Sack, Medium, 3-6 mo, Heathered Jadeite
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Material is super soft, not to thick or to thin. I didn’t have to worry about baby being too hot or cold. This sleep sack was perfect for our baby.
2-Pack Organic Baby Sleep Sacks 0.5TOG M
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We Love this camera! Clear image and sound. Perfect for one in each room if you have a baby and a toddler.
Blemil Upgrade Baby Monitor 5" Split-Screen 2 Cameras
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Always had gripe water on hand. Especially on those colicky nights.
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water, Infant Gas Relief
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Perfect for on the go. Portable sound machine
Yogasleep Baby Sea Soother Sound Machine, Blue
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Changing station

 
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Great changing pad. Wipes off easy in case of any accidents.
Regalo Baby Basics Non-Slip Infant Changing Pad
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Got these covers mainly cuz they were cute and matched my baby’s nursery. Soft stretchy material and easy to clean.
TILLYOU Soft Jersey Changing Pad Cover Set
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I prefer these wipes for our babies. Plant based fibers and the wipes aren’t so thin and complicated to work with.
Field & Future H-E-B 99% Water Baby Wipes 192
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Best non toxic diapers I’ve found so far! My baby gets rashes from any other brands. These are also so soft!
Pura Sensitive Soft Sustainable Baby Diapers Size 6, 108 Count (Choose Your Size and Count)
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Baby Bath & Care

 
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We have really hard water and this water filter definitely makes a difference!
Bathtub Water Filter with Overflow, 2,500 Gal
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Perfect for newborn and small babies. Water pressure was slow so it wouldn’t scare them. My baby actually loved when I would rinse her hair.
Yookidoo Baby Bath Shower Head Elephant Pump
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Works really good on cradle cap. I’ve always used this kind for our babies.
Scalp Scrubbie Loofah Cradle Cap Brush 3pk
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Soft baby washcloths for newborn baby’s delicate skin. Still use these for our toddler to.
Gerber Baby Boy or Girl Unisex White Washcloths, 6-Pack, One Size
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I’ve always loved the smell of Johnson’s baby shampoo. Left baby smelling so fresh and clean.
Johnson's Baby Shampoo Tear-Free, 20.3 fl oz
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I use this one on our toddler but can also be used on babies. Comes in different fragrances and a fragrance free option as well.
Baby Dove Sensitive Baby Wash 34 oz Tear-Free
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My favorite baby lotion. I also love the smell of this one.
Johnsons Baby Lotion 16.9oz Pump 3 Pack
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Best ointment ever that actually works! Rashes, scraped knees, anything!
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment 14 Oz Jar
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So handy to have especially during sick season. If I see the slightest sign of a stuffy nose we turn ours on especially in the baby’s room
Vicks 1 gal 400 sq ft Warm Moisture Humidifier, White, V750D1V2
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Car Seats/ Baby Gear

 
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We loved our doona. It was a little on the heavery side but so handy especially on vacations.
Doona Car Seat & Stroller, Nitro Black
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So nice especially if you have a winter baby! Fits the doona car seat as well.
Baby Car Seat Cover Winter Water Resistant
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Loved having this with our second. Makes driving less stressful.
Baby Car Mirror with 4.3'' HD Night Vision Display
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Has lots of storage especially if you have more then one diaper baby.
Qualyphant Large Diaper Bag Backpack Twins
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Baby fell asleep instantly after I’d put her in the wrap. Perfect way to cuddle/bond while doing little things around the house or in public.
Boba Baby Wrap Carrier - Original Sling (Grey)
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Love my carrier. The material is nice and soft and not scratchy.
Baby Carrier Newborn to Toddler (Houndstooth)
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Best baby walker we’ve ever had! Doesn’t get stuck like the square ones. Easy to turn and go where ever baby wants! Easy fold up for storage to.
Wnttmt Baby Walker, 7-Speed Height Adj, Black
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Bonus you can use it as a bouncer to. The only swing my baby actually slept in.
Graco DuetConnect LX Seat & Bouncer Redmond
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Nice little bouncer to have on hand. Perfect for vacations or at home use. Toy attachment bar is perfect for keeping baby entertained.
Bright Starts Playful Paradise Vibrating Baby Bouncer, Unisex, Newborn +
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Perfect for travel or a safe play place for babies when you have more then 1 kiddo
Cosco Kids™ Baby Playpen Funsport Portable Baby Play Yard, Noir Dot
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Grocery carts can be so disgusting especially when you have a little baby who likes to bite and put everything in there mouth. This is a great way to eliminate germs.
DODO NICI 2 in 1 Shopping Cart cover and High Chair Cover for Babies, with Clear Phone Pouch and Detachable Toy, Foldable, Machine Washable, Leaves
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Great for hanging up toys in the vehicle for travel.
ROCCED Silicone Baby Toy Straps 6pcs Set
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Perfect for summer! Attach to your stroller and off you go.
Gaiatop Mini Portable Stroller Fan, 3 Speed, Rechargeable
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Teething

 
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A must have for teething baby’s & toddlers! I make sure to have this on hand.
Earthley Wellness Teeth Tamer, Teething Relief
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Other

 
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The cutest book for the sweetest memories.
Keepsake Baby Memory Book for Boys & Girls
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