Rebecca Taber: Lots of friends recommended this or the Uppababy Cruz, but said if you're planning multiple kids the Vista is best. Update: We’ve loved the Vista and the bassinet it comes with. The bassinet was great for walks and daytime naps (he out...
Vista V2 Stroller
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "Great way to keep the baby engaged" - attach to stroller or carseat. At 2-4 months this was Jacob's FAVORITE toy - he stared at it endlessly!
Sunny Stroll Stroller Arch
Rebecca Taber: We did some research and decided on the Nuna PIPA, but also heard good things about the Chicco Keyfit. You'll need an adapter if you get the Uppababy stroller, but easy to buy on Amazon. The Uppababy Mesa carseat doesn't require an ada...
PIPA Car Seat
Rebecca Taber: Will need depending on your car seat/stroller combo.
Infant Car Seat Adapter
Rebecca Taber: We like this much better than just a mirror - easier to see while driving and only thing that works for night driving. We just keep it closed most times since it can be a bit distracting.
Shynerk Baby Car Mirror 4.3'' HD Night Vision
Rebecca Taber: Our post-PIPA carseat, we love!
Nuna RAVA
Rebecca Taber: Our air travel carseat - super lightweight, easy to install, and approved for planes (which most typical carseats are not)
Scenera Next - CoscoKids.com
Rebecca Taber: Recommended by lots as a great double jogger, we don't have though!
Double Strollers - BOB Gear
Rebecca Taber: Multiple friends recommended for travel + around the house - we got with the bassinet adapter. We don't love that the legs stick out (easy to trip on) but otherwise great, and he sleeps super well in it when we travel.
Pack n' Play
Rebecca Taber: Lots of friends recommend the Ergo Omni360 over BabyBjorn - we only used
Omni 360 Baby Carrier
Rebecca Taber: Multiple friends recommended, but I'm not sure I'd buy it again - we preferred the boppy for when he was small and the bumbo (both on this list) for when he was bigger. I guess it was nice to have it as an option though? He would also ...
Bouncer Bliss
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "This you wont be able to use until almost ~3 mos, but it's so great and we used it to have A sit at the table with us." Completely agree - once they can hold their head up this thing is amazing and we put him in it more...
Floor Seat
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "Amazing way to trap your baby when they’re old enough to chill in here". 100% agree. We call this his "baby office" and it's been a great baby trap / entertainment device since he was around 6 months (he's 13 months now...
Baby Activity Center
Rebecca Taber: Multiple friends recommended
Sophie The Giraffe
Rebecca Taber: We tried the K'tan wrap but I liked this one much better - super easy to put on / position baby and he would always pass out in it immediately. I also liked that I could just wear this and pants and call it a day (no actual shirt neede...
Baby Wrap
Rebecca Taber: This is a ridiculously expensive high chair (a relative gifted to us), but we really love it. So so easy to put in and clean, and looks great in our house (vs. like another big plasticy kid accessory). If you can afford it or add to a ...
Nomi Highchair Oak
Rebecca Taber: We got this cushion for the Nomi high chair and it looks great / makes the chair more comfy, but honestly we barely use it any more since it's easier to clean without it.
Nomi Cushion, Pale Blue, Accessory
Rebecca Taber: He has LOVED this since 9 months or so - one of his fave toys.
VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker
Rebecca Taber: The playmat was great for tummytime early on, but now that he's bigger he mostly just plays on our floor with this great / comfy / easy to wash mat over our rug.
Organic Cotton Play Mat – PILLOBEBE
Rebecca Taber: We've used this a ton from around 6 months (when it was a baby trap/seat) to now (13 months, when he runs around in it like crazy).
Joovy 'Spoon'
Rebecca Taber: We DID NOT have or use this; we used the boppy more than anything, but it was just recalled, so this will be what we use next time - definitely need this kind of baby holding device
DockATot Deluxe Plus Dock Pristine White
Rebecca Taber: 100% wood, nontoxic - one of the most nontoxic cribs and insanely affordable. If going luxe here, checkout Ouef/Sparrow or DucDuc brands.
Sniglar Crib
Rebecca Taber: Certified organic crib mattress
Mattress
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "Organic Cotton is worth it. Get 3 - one is on the crib, another dirty and another emergency…there will be emergencies."
Fitted Crib Sheets
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "It has music and it moves, it's amazing." We can confirm - baby loves. We only used for a short period of time so can definitely skip it if not of interest.
Soothe 'n Groove Baby Mobile
Rebecca Taber: We tried the Ubbi but wanted something with a foot pedal, so changed to the genie.
Diaper Genie
Rebecca Taber: Another splurge item we love - super comfortable and looks great; we went with quick ship option from a brand others recommend for comfort and non-toxicity! You will need / want a table next to glider for night lamp, pumping, snacks, e...
Luca Glider
Rebecca Taber: Cotton and washable. We don't currently have a rug pad but will likely add one. The rugs are pretty small so we have two matching in the nursery, they look cute together!
Braids Soft Blue Washable Rugs
Rebecca Taber: Goes nicely under the glider ottoman with the braids rug above
Washable Rug Bubbly Soft Blue
Rebecca Taber: 100% cotton and washable; these let light in, so likely need blackout shades too. They look great and go really well with the rugs and decals on this list!
Hannalill Curtains
Rebecca Taber: Healthier than painting or wallpapering nursery - super easy to put on and look great!!
Fabric Wall Decal
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "We chose Eufy, a top recommendation from Wirecutter. We also heard good things about the Nanit, but didn't like wifi in room and heard that can pose security risks." Update - we've been happy with the Eufy so far. Secon...
Video Baby Monitor with Camera and Audio
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "Swaddle Me - everything else is worthless." We agree this was one of the easiest / best DIY full swaddles, but actually quickly started to prefer the love to dream semi-swaddle after week one or two (next on this list)....
Original Organic Swaddle
Rebecca Taber: Not a full swaddle (hands are up in squirrel-like position) but we preferred this from week 2 until week 10 or so, at which point we moved to the halo swaddle (next on the list) until he was out of swaddles around 3.5 months. My two ce...
Swaddle UP Lite
Rebecca Taber: These were the swaddles he wore most after the swaddleme in the first few days and then the swaddleup for the first few weeks. Every baby / parent is different though! We liked both the organic cotton and muslin (lightweweight).
Halo 100% Cotton SleepSack Swaddle
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "Adan and Anais swaddle blankets (you can't have enough!)" And another said: "They are soft, organic and you need them everywhere. It's nice to leave in the car or other places you might forget to bring one along." Updat...
Swaddle Blanket | Boutique Muslin Blankets
Rebecca Taber: Strongly prefer to the boppy. Super helpful for crossbody breastfeeding position. We got with the organic covers.
Nursing Posture Pillow
Rebecca Taber: We used the kiinde bags for breastmilk storage in fridge and freezer - I'm not sure all the other accessories are needed / helpful, but we found the bags and rack much easier to store than bottles.
Breast Milk Storage Bag
Rebecca Taber: Glass bottles are apparently healthiest, but we may go plastic depending on what baby likes. Update - Dr. Brown's bottles were way better for baby's gas than Avent bottles; the glass ones worked well for us. Although we now use Platex ...
4 Oz Glass Baby Bottles
Rebecca Taber: These bottles are so poorly made and leaky, and not as healthy as glass, but they worked best for us when J would have really bad gas.
Playtex Baby VentAire Baby Bottles
Rebecca Taber: Went with the Spectra S1 (recommended by multiple friends), purchased through Aeroflow Breast Pumps site which handles insurance. Also rented a hospital-grade pump through the DC Breastfeeding Center. Update - the Medela Symphony hospi...
S1Plus Electric Breast Pump
Rebecca Taber: This was my breastpump rental, and I had a love/hate relationship - not a super fun / easy pump but super effective vs. the Spectra I tried (previous on list). If you're in the DC area you can rent this from the DC Breastfeeding Center...
RENT, DON'T BUY: Medela Symphony
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "This is super helpful for when we're going out. It's small, can fit into a purse, isn't complicated. And strangely efficient." Update - this isn’t the most comfortable so I only use for travel, but glad I have it.
Harmony Manual Breast Pump
Rebecca Taber: Natural ingredients and works pretty well
Nipple Cream
Rebecca Taber: He loves the soothies - the more the better.
soothie 4-pack
Rebecca Taber: Cute easy pull over bibs for spit up and eating.
4-Pack Lap-Shoulder Drool Cloths
Rebecca Taber: These are amazing and must have once baby is eating solids (6+ months).
Rubber bibs for babies
Rebecca Taber: This is beyond ridiculous and expensive, but honestly, one of our favorite things - super quick way to make a perfectly heated bottle. Great item if you have a relative who wants to splurge on something nice.
Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced
Rebecca Taber: This one has worked really well for us; we put a towel in on top of the infant insert for now to keep him from slipping. Heard good things about the Boon too.
Comfort Height Bath Tub
Rebecca Taber: 100% organic cotton
Washcloths
Rebecca Taber: Nice organic towels
2 Pack Durable Large Bamboo Baby Bath Towel
Rebecca Taber: Manual nasal aspirator
Baby Nasal Aspirator NoseFrida Snotsucker
Rebecca Taber: A friend shared: "These things saved our lives in the first couple of weeks when A was super gassy / weirdly constipated.... brace yourself. They are not exactly fun to use...". Update: These were VERY helpful at reducing gas when baby...
Windi Gas and Colic Reliever for Babies
Rebecca Taber: Best sunblock we found.
Sunscreen Lotion 50 SPF
Rebecca Taber: Can use under arm too if scared by rectal!
Quick-Read Digital Rectal Thermometer
Rebecca Taber: We tried this and cerave for J’s eczema - we like this better and it has a better EWG rating. We originally used coconut oil but apparently it’s not a great idea to use food oils for daily moisturizing given potential allergen issues.
Eucerin® 13.5 oz. Baby Lotion
Rebecca Taber: A friend shared: "We have the Keekaroo Peanut Changer and its great - its expensive for a changing pad but you don't need to buy covers and it saves you the laundry when they leak during a change...and it happens all the time. This one...
Peanut Changer
Rebecca Taber: Recommended by many; better than the Betts & Emy version.
Unscented Baby Wipes, Sensitive, 12 Packs (720)
Rebecca Taber: Recommended rash ointment from folks who try to get mostly nontoxic products.
Diaper Rash Ointment
Rebecca Taber: Less organic / more intense diaper rash cream. We've been using basic Aquaphor instead of the ButtPaste and then the 3 in 1 very rarely for bad rashes.
Baby Skin Care Set
Rebecca Taber: Solid bottle brush.
Bottle Brush with Nipple Cleaner and Stand
Rebecca Taber: Friend shared: "This is kind of absurd, but also kind of great… I mostly like it for drying. For bottles and pump parts. Because I didn’t realize this, but bottles and pump parts need to be dry before you put them away." Out of stock o...
Baby Bottle Sterilizer and Dryer Machine
Rebecca Taber: You need different detergent for baby - we like Molly’s Suds (unscented).
Molly's Suds Super Powder Detergent
Rebecca Taber: 100% organic cotton and cute patterns - baby wears these to sleep with Halo sleepsack swaddle every night.
Set of 5 Organic Long-Sleeve Bodysuits
Rebecca Taber: Very organic, lightweight baby clothing
Dordor And Gorgor
Rebecca Taber: Cute clothing with lots of organic options
Basics Collection
Rebecca Taber: Less organic but super cute baby clothing
Janie & Jack
Rebecca Taber: Goumikids boots and gloves have velcro and stay on way better than other brands.
Baby Booties
Rebecca Taber: My favorite hat and mitten combo
Infants' and Toddlers' Mountain Classic Fleece Hat ...
Rebecca Taber: I wore these camis almost everyday; super convenient for breastfeeding and look good with day and nightwear.
Clipdown Lace Trim Nursing Cami
Rebecca Taber: Loved this delivery gown and got compliments on it by anyone who walked in our room. Only problem was it doesn't have a back opening, so you'll need a different gown if you get an epidural (e.g., option below).
Bravely Labor and Delivery Gown
Rebecca Taber: Starting at 6 months Jacob is absolutely obsessed with this (who knows how long that will last!). Prefer to the jolly jumper. Update - he still loves this at 13 months...
Fisher-Price® Rainforest™ Jumperoo™
Rebecca Taber: Baby Mozart time! It says 1+ years but he’s enjoyed this at 6 months.
Melissa & Doug® Personalized Learn to Play Piano
Rebecca Taber: We originally bought the LoveVery playmat but J greatly prefer this one. He is entranced by it still!
Fisher-Price® Rainforest Music and Lights Deluxe Gym
Rebecca Taber: They had ice pads in our hospital too, but I liked these much better than what they had. Super helpful for first few days of recovery.
Instant Ice Maxi Pads
Rebecca Taber: The hospital will likely have for you, but I brought one of these (you'll likely need one for home anyway) and liked it much better
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle for Postpartum Care
Rebecca Taber: I was never actually able to shower in the hospital and really appreciated having these.
Facial Cleansing Towelettes
Rebecca Taber: Loved these for hospital and breastfeeding at home - easy food to eat one-handed and great way to get fruits and veggies in hospital.
Happy Tot Organic Stage 4 Super Foods
Rebecca Taber: Another good food pouch option
Peter Rabbit Organics | Fruit and vegetable pouches ...
Namwila Mulwanda: These realistic flash cards are one of the best at helping with both language acquisition and speech development, largely due to the realism and broad spectrum of words.
First Words Flash Cards (Scholastic)
Namwila Mulwanda: Not only do these use realistic images, but there's a wide variety to help your child recognise a range of different topics, from animals to shapes to colours and even numbers!
ABC & 123 Flashcards Set with 100+ Double-Sided Cards
Adina Pema: A silicone adhesive that will immediately alert you to when your baby gets a fever
VAVA Baby Thermometer
Adina Pema: Get rid of the bacteria on your used bottles
Philips AVENT Microwave Steam Sterilizer
Adina Pema: An all-in-one system to clean bottles and other tools
Ultra UV 3-in-1 Sterilizer, Dryer and Storage
Adina Pema: Tired of putting together bottles? Let this machine do it for you!
Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced
Adina Pema: Sound, color, brightness, and more can all be controlled from the app
Hatch Baby Rest Sound Machine & Night Light
Adina Pema: Monitor your baby's vitals while they sleep
Baby Sleep Monitor: Track Your Baby's Sleep – Owlet US
Adina Pema: Will rock your baby to sleep
SNOO Smart Sleeper Bassinet
Adina Pema: A cheaper alternative to the Snoo
Munchkin Lulla-Vibe Vibrating Mattress Pad, Blue
Adina Pema: Make sure your baby is sleeping in a comfortable environment
Tommee Tippee Groegg (with USB)
Adina Pema: Sleep machine that has a setting that mimics a mother's heartbeat to soothe your little one
Sleep Sheep
Adina Pema: A rotating car seat that will alert you to any concerns
Sirona S SensorSafe Convertible Car Seat
Adina Pema: Make sure your baby is gaining weight between appointments
Hubble Grow Baby Scale with Bluetooth
Adina Pema: Warm your baby's bottle while you're on the go!
Portable Bottle Warmer Pro Set
Adina Pema: A good monitor is a lifesaver
Motorola VM85-2 Connect 5" HD Wifi Video Baby Monitor with Digital Pan/Tilt & Dual Cameras
Jimmy Mitchell: Learn the basics from this channel
Super Crazy Kids
Jimmy Mitchell: Colors, numbers, and other useful things to know
BabyFirst Learn Colors, ABCs, Rhymes & More
Jimmy Mitchell: Over 32 courses on various subjects that are easy to understand
CrashCourse
Jimmy Mitchell: Educational curriculum for students across multiple grade levels
Homeschool Pop
Jimmy Mitchell: Math, science, language arts, history and more made easy!
Learn Bright
Jimmy Mitchell: This channel has a little bit of everything
Kids Academy
Jimmy Mitchell: Great tutoring and subject matter resource
Khan Academy
Jimmy Mitchell: My kids love the tv show and this gives them extra content
Curious George Official
Jimmy Mitchell: My toddler loves every song
Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes
Jimmy Mitchell: Paw Patrol continues to capture my son's attention
PAW Patrol Official & Friends
Jimmy Mitchell: Peppa is a classic in our house
Peppa Pig - Nursery Rhymes and Kids Songs
Jimmy Mitchell: Some of the best kid shows are on PBS Kids
PBS KIDS
Jimmy Mitchell: Alice's Wonderland Bakery is great new fun
Disney Junior
Jimmy Mitchell: We get most of our craft ideas from this channel
Easy Kids Craft
Jimmy Mitchell: Tutorials that are easy to follow
Art for Kids Hub
Jimmy Mitchell: Your kids will be up and dancing along to most videos on this channel
Pinkfong Baby Shark - Kids' Songs & Stories
Caroline O'Hara: You can have your kids pick out their favorite patterned origami paper
Faber-Castell® Neon Origami Kit
Caroline O'Hara: Learn, build, and grow!
STEM, STEAM & Science Kits for Kids | KiwiCo
Caroline O'Hara: See their creativity shine
NSI Wood Burning Kit
Caroline O'Hara: Stickers by letters!
ERIC CARLE - The Very Hungry Caterpillar™
Caroline O'Hara: We love using the chocolate creations as cupcake toppers!
Chocolate Pen
Caroline O'Hara: Strings are glued around a balloon and then you pop it!
3D String Art Kit - Light-Up Star Lantern with LEDs
Caroline O'Hara: Super cute
Klutz Sew Mini Treats Craft Kit
Caroline O'Hara: You might have the next great author on your hands
Lulu Jr. Illustory Book Making Kit, Multicolor
Caroline O'Hara: Hang their school work up with a homemade magnet
Hapinest DIY Mini Tile Fridge Magnet Kit
Caroline O'Hara: Have them choose the colors they want
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Crystal Growing Kit
Caroline O'Hara: Step by step instructions to make a cute balcony scene
DIY Miniature House Kit Balcony Daydreaming - Hands Craft
Caroline O'Hara: Go on a nature walk to find leaves and flowers for this kit
Pressed Flower Art Kit
Mary Rankin: This item is the best choice for a sleepy newborn + busy mama. My baby has slept in the dock-a-tot next to me on the couch for at least 4 hours daily since bringing him home from the hospital!
DockATot Deluxe+ Dock Celestial Blue
Mary Rankin: I love how one side of this bassinet can pop down. I can easily put my baby's pacifier back in his mouth without getting up when I'm half asleep.
Swivel Sleeper in Morning Mist
Mary Rankin: I've never tried another pump, but I'm very impressed with this one. Most people say a full pumping session takes 15-20 minutes, but htis pump empties me in 10 minutes max.
Breast Pump
Mary Rankin: This item is not necessary, but it's truly adorable in any nursery! It's the perfect size and a cute addition that fits any nursery aesthetic.
Nursery Rocker Tiger
Mary Rankin: This play mat is the perfect thickness and the prints are adorable. I love the organic cotton. It feels almost like a down comforter.
Play Mat
Mary Rankin: I can honestly recommend anything from Pehr. This change pad is an incredible material as it feels like a down comforter but it doesn't absorb liquid (how do they do this?!?!). The prints are adorable, too. Did I mention they are all org...
On The Go Travel Change Pad
Mary Rankin: This stroller is pricey but I promise it's worth every penny. It is incredible - the large wheels can tackle any pot hole and the best part is that it will grow with your family. The V2 version comes with a bassinet, as well as the full ...
Vista V2 Stroller
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Bath bombs are always fun!
Sky Organics Kids Bath Bomb Gift Set
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Teach them how to save money!
Best Sellers in Kids' Money Banks
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: All sorts of colors and great for them to hide their stuff!
Toy Piggy Bank Safe Box Fingerprint ATM
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Kids love to take pictures! Open up a new hobby for them!
digital camera for kids
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: My boys love this set!
City Police Station Kit with Cop Cars, Helicopter
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: So fun and great for traveling!
Magnatab – PlayMonster
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: We've had magnates for years and my boys still ask for more of these
Magnets For Kids
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: These boxes come with enough rockets in them for everyone in the family to have one!
Toy Rocket Launcher for Kids – Shoots 100 Feet
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Racing each other is so fun on this track!
Electric Racing Tracks for Boys and Kids
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: My twins play with this nonstop!
Mini Squigz - Best Building & Construction for Ages 5 to 10
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: This thing is AMAZING! My kids set up their house inside complete with kitchen and beds
Cottage - AirFort.com
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: This is awesome to take in the car or to play quietly in their rooms.
Find It Games 1007 at The Beach Game Blue - eBay
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Endless examining with a microscope!
Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. My First
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Great starting point for Lego lovers!
LEGO® Large Creative Brick Box 10698 | Classic
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Magic tricks are so fun to learn and try out on your family!
HANKY PANKY- Happy Magic 100 Tricks (XHK-1900)
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: This is big one in our house!
Potato Head Mrs. Potato Head Silly Suitcase
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: My daughter's first bike (comes in pink also)
Kids' Tricycles - Radio Flyer
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: My kids all have these and they've learned a ton on them. Very kid safe (no internet browsing and you can control everything)
Fire HD 8 tablet, 8" HD display, 32 GB (2020)
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: My kids played with this for HOURS!
Kids Sink With Running Water
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: This is the greatest! My kids get these for bdays and they are obsessed!
Rainbow Cloud - Bath Bombs / Bath Products
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: You can't beat the classics
Candy Land Board Game : Hasbro
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: Crafts kits are great for imaginative play.
Craft Kit for Girls + 2 Princess Crowns
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: My daughter is getting this for xmas! It grows as you feed it and rock it!
Baby Alive Baby Grows Up (Dreamy) - Shining Skylar or ...
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: This is pretty amazing. It's very interactive.
My Fuzzy Friend Moji Interactive Labradoodle
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: The kids are raving over the magic!
Magic Mixies Misting Crystal Ball with Plush Toy
Kaitlin - The Edelweiss Haus: This is so adorable in that Robins Egg Blue!
