I found it completely overwhelming when expecting my first how many baby items there is and also, how many different opinions there was. Here is my “narrowed” down list of what you *actually* need. It's still a lot, so hang in there!
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Splish Splash
Zzz's
Tushy care
The snot stops here
New roommate gear
Breast in class
Splish Splash
Everything you need to make bath a success!
Used this for both my boys and loved it. Simple, easy to clean. The bottom of this also has a grip so it doesn't slide around.
Angelcare Baby Bath Support - Gray
Because mom and dads knees aren't getting any younger.
Skip Hop Moby Baby Bath Set with Four Bathtime Essentials - Gray - 4pk
If you don't want to buy the whole set at least buy this! You'll use it for YEARS!
Skip Hop Moby Waterfall Baby Bath Rinser - Gray
Love this one but the larger option is more practical as they get older.
Skip Hop Moby Non-Slip Baby Bath Mat - Gray
A larger option.
Munchkin Soft Spot Cushioned Bath Mat - Gray
This feels “high maintenance” to me, but there are just some nights I can't deal with the tears from water getting in their face.
Skip Hop Moby Baby Bath Visor - Gray
For the anxious new parents out there. Did we use it once with our second baby, absolutely not. But it is really nice for your first!
Munchkin White Hot Safety Bath Ducky
This was my fav especially for newborns. I don't like / didn't want any with fragrance so this was a winner.
We tried a couple different toy holders and this is by far my favorite. I don't love that it takes up floor space but I never found that the ones with suction cups works well (always falling).
Ubbi Bath Toy Drying Bin - Gray
They won't play with toys for a while in the bath but if I was going to register for some it would be these!
Munchkin Bath Letters and Numbers - 36ct Bath Toy Set
Same thing here - won't use this for a while, but really fun once they do. The pictures “fills in” when you put water on it.
Baby Einstein Splish! Splash! Bath! Bath Book
You can never have enough! You use the a ton especially in those first couple weeks when you are avoiding getting the umbilical cord wet, etc.
KeaBabies 6pk Deluxe Baby Washcloths, 10x10 Organic and Soft Baby Wash Cloth, Baby Bath Towel, Face Cloths (White)
Maybe its just me but I wasn't ready to put my newborn in a lion or frog hooded towel lol. So these are prefect! Simple and snuggley!
Organic Turkish Cotton Kids Hooded Towel Set 4-Pack in White
Also had these and really liked them. They are on the thinner and feel like terrycloth.
Baby 6pk Washcloth Set - Cloud Island™ Olive Green: Cotton & Polyester, Star Pattern, 9"x9"
Like the washcloths these are on the thinner side but we really liked them as well!
SwaddleMe by Ingenuity Monogram Collection Swaddle Wrap, for Ages 0-3 Months - Rising Sun - 3pk
Our fav for when they got a little bit bigger because they were zipped in so couldn't get out!
Happiest Baby Sleepea - Graphite Planets, Small | Babylist Shop
Tushy care
Be prepared when the first blow out hits!
Hot take: I think the Freshly Picked Diaper bag is ugly! This one was perfect for us. I wanted something that my husband was also fine using.
Skip Hop Forma Diaper Bag Backpack - Black
The colors are 12/10! Camel, Sage, Chocolate…so good.
Skip Hop Forma Diaper Backpack - Sage + Free Parent Storage Pouch | Babylist Shop
I have strong opinions that this is the best pail on the sole reason that I did not want to be tied to buying a specific bag to go in them. We use regular garbage bags.
Ubbi Stainless Steel Diaper Pail - Gray
I would also try them all to see what works best for you, but these are where we landed!
Huggies Little Snugglers Disposable Diapers - (Select Size and Count)
I didn't think we would need this and while yes, it is an extra step I just LOVE not getting diaper cream on my hands or under my nails!
Baby Bum Brush Diaper Cream Brush - Blue Full Size
My recommendation is buy all the butt cream! It's nice to have the options. These are what we had in our drawer.
When dr. mom needs to take action, here are the things you want in your back pocket!
The only thing we didn't use in this kit was the wind thing…still haven't figured that one out! Everything else got heavy use!!!!
Frida Baby Baby Basics Kit - 14pc
If you don't want to buy the full kit at least buy these! We tried the little electric file and from the jump even when they were a newborn we just used these and they continue to work great into toddlerhood.
Frida Baby NailFrida The SnipperClipper Nail Care Set
Super soft for newborns.
KeaBabies Baby Hair Brush, Oval Cradle Cap Brush, Soft Baby Brush for Infant, Newborn Hairbrush for Girls, Boys, Baby Scalp Brush (Oval, Walnut)
You can't be a parent until you suck snot!!
Frida Baby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
A must. Use this especially when they are infants.
Frida Baby 3-in-1 True Temperature Digital Thermometer
I always used the Frida Baby rectal thermometer when they are so little but still nice to have this one.
Braun No Touch + Forehead Thermometer
Love anything Wellements! Used this when we got our first cold.
This got heavy use - even the toy bar did once they can start batting at things.
BabyBjörn Bouncer Bliss and Toy Bar Bundle - Light Beige/Pastels | Babylist Shop
You got to have a play mat and this one is a great option. Love the bar that goes over it.
Lovevery The Play Gym | Babylist Shop
I think these are all pretty much the same. i did like the wipeable ones vs. the ones you have to put covers on. Picked this one because I visually liked it the best.
Peanut® Changer – The Original Made in USA Easy-to-Clean Changing pad and The only Shell Over Foam, Fully impermeable to Fluid, Vanilla
Still using this today! You could get this later because they don't start using it until the start solids.
