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Newborn Esssentials
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items Ever wondered what your baby actually needs? Through trial & error, and lots of money wasted, here's what I believe that you need for your baby.
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Feeding
Bath Time
Grooming and Care
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Soothe Station
Travel
Feeding
We've tried all the leading bottles around. This one has to be the best flowing nipple on the market. It allows baby to control the flow and there are no drips!
Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottles with Response Nipples - Clear - 9oz/3pk
No matter what, feeding will be a mess, but a cleanup will be easier with this chair.
Graco Ready2Dine DLX 4-in-1 Standard High Chair - Linden
Essential in babies early days. Keep baby from stratching their face with their tiny sharp claws.
Gerber Baby 3pk Hats & Mittens - White
Sleep & plays are all baby should be wearing in the first couple weeks of life. I suggest having at least 10 of these that fit at a time. There will of course be some that will be sacrificed to the occasional ‘blow out’.
Baby 3pk Moons Long Sleeve Sleep N' Play Footed Pajamas - Cloud Island™ Gray Newborn
Bath Time
Ever wonder why babies' scents are addicting? Chances are parents are using Noodle & Boo. Gentle and leaves skin feeling so soft.
Noodle & Boo
Great Gift set for expecting families. Not sure how we can just purchase more of these towels because they are the absolute best.
Millie Moon Luxury Disposable Diapers Gift Box - 20ct
Bath times with newborns can be stressful. With the right product it can be peaceful. Give your newborn the support they need with this tub. Compact storage saces you bathroom space.
TUMAJUP Collapsible Baby Bathtub for Infants and Toddlers with Bath Net and Thermometer-Gray
Just your basic bathtime essential water scooper.
Frida Baby Control The Flow Rinser - Cup: BPA-Free, Drainable Scoop
When baby gets older, you definitely want to cover that spout to protect against slips and falls.
Munchkin Soft Spot Silicone Bathtub Spout Guard with Built-in Bubble Bath Dispenser
Grooming and Care
HamiltonBuhl® Non-Contact, Multimode Infrared Digital Forehead Thermometer - Babies, Kids & Adults
If your baby is anything like mine, GRAB GRIPE WATER. Babies get hiccups so often you are going to question if it's normal. IT IS! Give your baby some gripe water to help it go away. Yes, your newborn can have some gripe water as long as theyre not g...
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water for Babies with Gas, Colic or Stomach Discomfort - 4 fl oz
You don't need to suction your babies nose every time you see a boogie. Grab this tool to pick that boogie you see in their tiny, precious noses.
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Picker: Ear Health Tool With Storage Case
The only thing that cleared my babys bumps and irritation. Just one tub is enough for 6+ months.
Tubby Todd All Over Ointment Jar Fragrance Free - 8 oz
Help baby when they're stuffy. Be gentle and not too forceful.
Frida Baby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
Electric nail files got nothing on this bad boy. Try to keep baby still and always leave a little room to ensure you dont cut too close.
Safety 1st Fold-Up Nail Clippers - 2pk: Baby Care, Includes Nail Clippers
TRUST. ME.
If your baby is fussy and you have no idea what is wrong, its most likely because they have trapped gas. Insert gently with some vaseline in babies butt and wait for the magic relief that follows.
If your baby is fussy and you have no idea what is wrong, its most likely because they have trapped gas. Insert gently with some vaseline in babies butt and wait for the magic relief that follows.
Frida Baby Windi the Gaspasser for Babies - 10ct: Digestive Health Tool, Travel Size, Gas Relief
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Add this to babies dresser, and toss it when baby becomes potty trained. Don't spend the money on a special dressing table
Munchkin Secure Grip Waterproof Diaper Changing Pad
Apply when baby gets the inevitable diaper rash. Be extremely generous and watch the magic happen. Use vaseline for barrier protection when baby does not have a rash.
Boudreaux's Butt Paste Baby Diaper Rash Cream Maximum Strength - 14oz
Functional, cute and afforable. What more can you ask for? Keep diaper changes and after bath care easier and more organized with this.
Waffle Weave Rectangular Diaper Caddy with Handles - Cloud Island™ Cream: Fabric, 13.5" Depth, 897.75 Volume
TRUST. ME. Once you start using this, you'll question how you ever lived without it.
Diaper Cream Brush - up&up™
Soothe Station
These pacifiers will be essential for you and your baby.
Pacifiers - Tommee Tippee
Give yourself a rest and grab this swing to soothe your little one.
Graco: Swings
Skip the bulky teething toys and get something babies can actually easily hold.
Re-Play Assorted Teether Straws with Cleaning Brush - 4pk: Soft Silicone Rattles for Infants, Baby Teething Aid
You'll love this if you are lacking storage space. I store all of babies diapers and wipes in here and it you still have room for other nonessentials.
Carter's by daVinci Colby 4-in-1 Convertible Crib with Trundle Drawer - Walnut
Travel
Don't bother spending over $400 on these ‘fancy’ strollers. This lightweight design will save your back, space, and frustration. Easy to use and easy to store!
Joie Nutmeg Compact Lightweight Stroller - Shale
Essential for traveling or hot summer days.
Itzy Ritzy Itzy Breeze 3-Speed Stroller Fan with Rechargeable Battery and Easy Attach Design - Tan Bear
Keep water or milk warm for travel with this travel bottle. Your baby deserves warm milk even when on the road.
Tommee Tippee Closer To Nature Travel Bottle & Food Warmer: BPA-Free, Phthalate-Free, Insulated, Non-Powered
Pack what you need without feeling like you're hauling a suitcase around. You may think you need more but as time goes on you'll realize that baby just needs the essentials. This bag is lightweight and organized enough to store the essentials.
Insulated Bottle Cooler Shoulder Diaper Bag - Tan Gingham Plaid - Cloud Island™
a 'NEED' not a 'want'.
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula Dispenser with Snap on Lid for On-the-Go Feeding - 27oz - Gray: BPA-Free
Play & Development
Perfect for tummy time and play. Not overstimuting and provides a nice soft cushion for little ones.
Skip Hop Discoverosity Montessori Inspired Baby Play Gym Activity Playmat, 0-2yr