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Everything You ACTUALLY Need in the First 18 months with a Baby
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items Having had 2 babies, I have noticed there are so many things out there that you don't actually need to successfully raise your baby! This list are the products that I highly recommend and have used the first 18 months of my babies lives.
Sections
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Breast Feeding/Milk/Bottles
Travel/Carriers
For Mom
Food
Diapers and Baby Care
Breast Feeding/Milk/Bottles
All things for breast feeding, pumping, and bottles for baby
Baby stuff is going to start taking over your house and this will help give you more counter space! Vertical drying vs flat on the counter is great!
Termichy Large Baby Bottle Drying Rack
When going back to work or out on adventures, this pump saved my milk supply! I could be pumping in my office and people would come in and have no idea! Highly recommend especially if you are a working MOM!
Hands-Free Breast Pump with Smart Features - Elvie
My go to breast milk storage bags! Stores flat so you can save space in your freezer!
Breastmilk Storage Bags - 6oz - Lansinoh
My favorite pump I discovered my second baby. I would use this pump at home to do my main pumps. It worked great! I would get 20oz in 10 min! So many different setting options and the fact it can be portable makes it so you can do it anywhere you are...
Award-Winning Portable Breast Pumps | Spectra Baby USA
This cute pump bag can fit both my spectra pump and elvie pump at the same time with their parts! The bottom part keeps the milk cold and it comes with great ice packs.
DERJUNSTAR Breast Pump Bag for Spectra S1/S2
We made the mistake our first go around not having a bottle warmer. It is a must! You can heat up the stored breast milk so much faster than trying to soak under the faucet or in a bowl of warm water.
Dr. Brown's Deluxe Baby Bottle Warmer
SAVES TIME! You can make a days worth of bottles at one time (breast milk or formula). Wish I had this my first go around!
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula Mixing Pitcher 36oz
My go to bottle for my first kid!
MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Baby Bottles 9oz
Go to bottle for my second kid who had a lip tie and spit up a lot.
Dr. Brown's Anti-Colic Options+ Baby Bottle 4Pk
What we used to transition from bottle.
Nuby 3 Pack No Spill Toddler Sippy Cups
What we used as our first straw cup!
Munchkin Any Angle Weighted Straw Sippy Cup
Travel/Carriers
Bags, Carries, Carseats, Strollers
Great diaper bag/backpack that has so many pockets and storage options! No need to carry a purse!
RUVALINO Multifunction Diaper Bag Backpack
If you plan on traveling, especially by yourself, this will help you carry everything! Being able to throw your car seat on your back frees up your hands. These bags are also great to store your extra seats in!
V VOLKGO Car Seat Travel Bag for Airplane
This was my second carrier and the one my baby liked. The cheaper options I tried did work with my large baby. She would get uncomfortable fast. This one is great for me and baby! Great back support and I have used it everywhere (theme parks, airport...
BabyBjörn Baby Carrier Harmony, Dark Green
The carrier wrap I used when my baby was a newborn. I liked how close she was to me and supported. I felt like it was better for her hips until she got bigger and I upgraded to the bigger carrier.
Boba Baby Wrap Carrier - Grey, 7-35 lbs
Highly recommend if you are going to try to get back into shape! I love this for jogging and walking around on our property. We don't always have concrete to walk on and these tires hold up to the off road terrain.
Delta Children Apollo Jogging Stroller
Seat we used when going out to eat!
Bumbo 3-in-1 Baby Multi Seat Booster, Grey
Great for camping and outdoor adventures
Bright Starts Pop 'N Sit Portable Booster Chair
Help keep baby cool especially when in stroller which can get very hot!
buywoo Portable Stroller Fan, 3-Speed, Black
Great Combo!
Graco Modes Pramette Travel System, Ellington
Recommend getting another base, so it is easy to use more than one car!
Graco SnugRide Lite Infant Car Seat Base
For Mom
Don't forget about you!
Save money and use these instead of the fancy post partum stuff! Works better and is discreet. Highly recommend immediately at the hospital and the weeks that follow.
Depend Fresh Protection Women's Incontinence Underwear
must have if breast feeding and/or pumping. Feels so good and is ok for baby to eat if still on when feeding.
Organic Nipple Butter for Nursing Moms
Start from day 1 or you will regret it!
Modern Minimalist Baby Memory Book
Food
How to make things easier when starting food!
Helps teach baby how to use spoon with less mess. Go to with BLW.
GOOtensil Pre-Spoons - NumNum
If you are going to make baby purees and food at home this is a must have! Easy to clean and reuse. I put baby purees in at first and now mainly my homemade yogurt combinations!
Haakaa Yummy Pouch 4oz, 2 Pack, 6m+
Great for storing homemade baby food, left overs, and toddler foods. Glass!!!! Love them even after the baby stage!
WeeSprout Glass Baby Food Jars 12 Pack 4oz
Must have for Baby Lean Weaning. Grapes need to be cut, and this will save your fingers and time!
OXO Tot Grape Cutter - Opal
When your baby starts to eat, mess is inevitable. This will make your life easier! Can take off and throw in the wash! Less stains on clothes. Great for when out to eat too.
Bumkins Long Sleeved Bib for Baby/Toddler
My favorite bowls. Stick well to the table and don't hold the soap taste like some other plates do.
Munchkin Suction Bowls for Babies, 3 Pack
Great waffle maker that catches the mess and turns it into sticks for your baby to learn to eat with! Great for them to hold onto!
Dash Deluxe No-Drip Waffle Iron 1200W Aqua
Great for steaming and making baby food! Super fast!
Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Cooker, 6 Qt
What I used to blend up the baby food!
nutribullet Personal Blender 24oz 600W Gray
Great for BLW, correct angle, and easy to clean!
Chicco Zest 4-in-1 Folding High Chair - Capri
Diapers and Baby Care
Baby Must Haves!
Can never have enough burp cloths! These are soft and basic! Just perfect!
Yoofoss 10 Pack Muslin Burp Cloths 100% Cotton
All babies get hiccups! This helped stop my babies hiccups 90% of the time. This was a must have in our diaper bag and in our house.
Gripe Water - Mommy's Bliss
Our babies would get gas! These drops would work almost instantly. I could hear their stomach settling. Another diaper bag and house must have for your baby.
MYLICON Infants Gas Relief Drops 0.5 oz
So many different light color options, brightness, and sounds. My favorite part is that you can turn on a dim light to quickly change a diaper in the middle of the night, and with one press of the button it goes back to the sound and light settings y...
Hatch Rest 2nd generation - Night Light, Sound Machine, and ...
The top fill humidifier was not the first one I had. My first humidifier was not easy to clean and I could not get into the body of the system. Mold grew and could not be removed! This one is super easy to completely take a part and clean! Also has r...
Find Your Ideal Humidifier at Levoit
Great toy for any place! Bathtub, when you are out to eat, in the car, you name it! Keeps baby happy and entertained!
ALASOU 3PCS Suction Cup Spinner Toys
Our second baby monitor we upgraded to! Game changer! The ability to access the camera from your phone is great. Especially when you live on land and can be outside the monitor range. I also love the notifications that come through on my phone! Highl...
VTech Smart Baby Monitor VM901, 5" Display
Don't forget to wash the new baby clothes you get! I love the smell!
Dreft Stage 1 Newborn Laundry Detergent
I had bigger babies and this bath really grew with them. I was able to use it until they moved to the big bath with no support.
Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Sling 'n Seat Bath Tub
You need this for so many reasons! I could do dishes worry free, rest with her knowing she was safe, keep toys and play area separate from your pets. I can keep going. This is a must have!
Doradotey Adjustable Baby Playpen, Grey
We have concrete floors and needed padding especially when she started walking and trying to climb. Less head bonks.
MioTetto Foam Floor Tiles for Kids - Play Mat
Get some of your freedom back! You don't need to hold 24-7. This allows them to be in a safe space, entertained, and comfortable.
Graco Simple Sway Swing
Great portable chair option!
Bright Starts Baby Bouncer - Safari Fun
My diaper recommendation! Less blow outs, and way more comfortable! Check out the overnights when they get older too. Less wetting bed through PJs.
Huggies Little Snugglers Newborn Diapers, 144 Ct
Clean up the messes so much better! Thicker, quilted, and right amount of moisture. I like these so much, we put them out in our bathrooms for adults to use if needed!
Huggies Natural Care Sensitive Baby Wipes
This works!! I still use the lotion on my oldest who gets itchy skin easily!
TUBBY TODD Cradle Cap Treatment Kit
Start early and mine enjoys it!
Dr. Brown's Infant-Toddler Toothbrush Set
Get those baby hairs! Helps put baby hair up in a pony tail!
Samnyte Hair Wax Stick, 2.7 Fl Oz
feels good!
Dr. Brown's Soft and Safe Baby Brush + Comb
Don't need to use your mouth!
Frida Baby Electric NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
Less scratches! Easy to use.
Safety 1st Fold-Up Nail Clippers - 2pk