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Actual baby must haves
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items First time mom, that did a ton of research and just got out of the newborn phase! Here’s what we really used!
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Healthcare
Sleep
Bath
Feeding
Healthcare
Has everything you need! A suction bulb is perfect for their little noses, thermometer, nail clippers and file. The brush and comb is perfect for cradle cap. And it’s all in one spot instead of buying separately and loosing them!
Baby Grooming Kit with Brush, Comb, Clipper
I love having two soft brushes! I use a plastic one in the bath and this wooden one for after!
Dr. Brown's Soft and Safe Baby Brush + Comb
By its self or mixed with aquaphor, consider the diaper rash gone! Buy multiple, one for the nursery, diaper bag, and bed room.
Desitin Maximum Strength Baby Diaper Rash Cream with Zinc Oxide, 4 oz
The top thing for diaper rash! I like to mix it with other ointments as well. Also if you have a baby boy and decide to circumcise this is what they recommend to put on it until it heals!
Aquaphor Baby Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment Skin Protectant
Some will tell you, you don’t need this, however we use this daily! Keeps the smell out of the house and the dogs out of the diapers!
Diaper Genie Classic Diaper Pail
Sleep
These are the binkies the hospital gave us, and I ended up buying another pack! It’s the perfect shape for breast fed babes!
Philips Avent Soothie - 0-3m - Green - 2pk
This one is controversial, but I love it for the night light! The white noise is super nice too and it can grow with them!
Hatch Rest Baby Sound Machine & Night Light
I might have a picky baby, but this is the only swaddle he likes. This is the brand they also used at our hospital! But it’s Velcro and has a double zipper that makes nighttime diaper changes easier!
HALO 100% Cotton SleepSack Swaddle, Heather Gray, Unisex, Newborn, 0-3 Months
Look for double or two way zippers and the option to pull over the hands for mittens! So convenient!!
Wonder Nation Baby Gender Neutral Zip Front Footed Sleep N Play Pajamas, Sizes Preemieie-6/9 Months - Walmart.com
Different levels of warmth, cute patterns, and double zipper!!
SleepSack® Wearable Blankets - Halo Sleep
Bath
Holds baby at a perfect spot, easy to clean, a cheap but perfect baby bath seat!
Angelcare Baby Bathtub Support Seat, Ideal for Babies Less than 6 Months Old, Unisex, Gray, 1 Count
Sensitive skin? This is our go to! Perfect for a bath before bedtime!
Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Lavender & Vanilla Bath & Wash, 12 fl. oz
Goes with the wash! Perfect for sensitive skin and nice for before bedtime!
Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Body Lotion for Baby and Toddler with Colloidal Oatmeal, 12 fl oz
I love the hooded towels for after bath time! He dries quickly and helps keep him calm and warm coming out of the bath!
3 in 1 Baby hooded towel, removable hood, 2 pack
It’s so nice to have these in your arsenal! Especially before the umbilical cord falls off and you have to give wash cloth baths!
Baby Wash Cloths | 10pk & 6pk Organic Cotton, Muslin, & More
Feeding
My babies favorite bottles, the only ones he’ll eat from! Easy to clean and the nipple are easily exchangeable, and you can buy the different level of flow separately!
Philips Avent 3pk Natural Baby Bottle with Natural Response Nipple - Clear - 4oz
Again, my babies favorite! You’ll be surprised how fast you’ll end up needing the bigger ones!
Philips Avent 3pk Natural Baby Bottle with Natural Response Nipple - Clear - 9oz
They say it’s not a necessity but I use ours everyday and it gives me the peace of mind that the bottles are properly sterilized!
Philips Avent Advanced Electric Steam Sterilizer
Super easy to bring along with you! Great for taking when you visit family and they don’t have a high chair!
Bright Starts Pop 'N Sit Portable Booster Seat
However many burp cloths you think you need triple it! You go through so many!
Beautiful Burp Cloth Bibs & Accessories