What saved my life during the first year of parenting
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Gadgets
Toys
Starting Solids
Everything else
Gadgets
One of the best purchases we made. Fits lots of bottles, able to drain the dirty water directly into the sink, and can sanitize teethers. Momcozy also has the best customer service; my device broke down a month in and they sent a new one without hass...
Momcozy One-Stop Baby Bottle Washer and Sterilizer
Gives you peace of mind while your precious little one sleeps. (affiliate link)
Nanit
Need white noise on-the-go? This is it. Super easy to attach to carseat, stroller, etc.
Hatch Rest Go - Nap trapped no more
We use this nightly. (affiliate link)
Hatch Rest 2nd generation - Night Light, Sound Machine, and Time-to-Rise
I love these so much, I have three of them. The light is soft enough to not disturb your partner during those late need feeds. SO PORTABLE. (Affiliate link)
JolyWell Kids Night Light, Baby Egg Light 7 Colors
For the first 3 months of my baby's life, he did not want to put down. This bouncer saved my sanity. During mealtime, I'd set him down in here while rocking him with my foot. It also grow with your child as well!
Baby Bouncers that gently rock your child | BabyBjörn
Toys
We got so much out of this toy (and still are!). My baby loves this toy and would give mom and dad a 15 minute break in the early days. Almost a year later, he still plays with it. Worth the investment. (affiliate link)
Fisher-Price Glow & Grow Kick and Play Gym - Blue
First teether my baby loved.
NanaNubs Banana Massaging Toothbrush - Nuby
Interactive play gym! High quality and grows with your kid (affiliate link)
The Play Gym | Baby Activity & Tummy Time Mat
My baby LOVES this. Great for when you need a moment to prep dinner.
Multi Explore & More Baby's View 3-Stage Activity Center
Starting Solids
Great for starting solids. Baby can easily pick up the spoons. (Affiliate link)
If your baby has eczema, moisturize your beb, and slather this bad boy on 2x a day and it'll help relieve the itchiness. (affiliate link)
Aquaphor Healing Ointment, Skin Protectant 14oz
Babies are still developing their digestive systems their first few months. This helped out so much in give some relief. (affiliate link)
Little Remedies Baby Gas Drops, Berry, 1oz
If you're exclusively breastfeeding/pumping, it'll be crucial to supplement your baby with some vitamin d. Biogaia is great because it also helps with digestive comfort as well. (affiliate link)
BioGaia Protectis Probiotic Baby Drops with Vitamin D3 - 0.34 fl oz
Ease some of the discomfort from teething, mild colds, etc. Please talk to your pediatrician about dosage! (affiliate link)
Infants' Tylenol Pain Reliever and Fever Reducer Liquid Drops - Acetaminophen - Grape - 2 fl oz
Great for calming skin during maintenance mode for eczema. I put it on baby right before he goes down for the night.
