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Pregnant and Overwhelmed? Start Here! Baby Recs That Don't Suck.
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items First-time parents, I've got you. Check out my list to see what you should actually buy and how to save some money while doing it.
This is, by far, the number 1 thing to have on your registry. This helped me learn my baby's sleep patterns and gave me peace of mind at night when trying to sleep (anxiety is so common and normal after having a baby!). The Owlet comes in handy alway...
Owlet
My baby is now a toddler and is still obsessed with this toy. There's a reason there are so many parenting reels about how the music "slaps." Believe me, it does. You'll be singing about the purple monkey in the bubblegum tree and randomly yelling, "...
Fisher-Price Glow And Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym Baby Playmat With ...
This is the absolute best car seat! It's the lightest one available, and that comes in handy when your baby is growing. The buckles don't tangle and is so smooth to use. The best part is that you can use it with or without a base in a car.
Aria™ - Gwen
Is it expensive? Disgustingly so. Is it worth it? 100000000% yes! Here's why:
The Aria car seat is the lightest one available anywhere. It's absolutely amazing and I wish my bub still fit in it.
Tall people, take note: the stroller will actually fi...
UPPAbaby Vista V3 Stroller + Aria Car Seat Combo
Why is a ceossbody bag in a list for babies? This is what I mainly use as a diaper bag, and it fits everything you actually need!
Here's what I fit in this bag:
Wallet
Keys
Phone
Tissues
Poopy diaper bags
One bottle
2 Similac ready to drink formul...
Crossbody Sling Bag for Women Men, Nylon
This is so cute to have! It's amazing how fast babies grow, and this is a great momento for those first few weeks!
Baby Hand & Footprint Kit - Keepsake Frame
Playpens are a must. I used mine for travel, a second crib in the living room, and as a place to dry off my little one after a bath. I didn't use the changing table part because it seemed a little flimsy, and it was easier to have the entire upper le...
Graco Pack and Play Change 'n Carry Playard
This is a phenomenal mat for newborns. We used this every day, and my little one still plays with the little sheep as a toy.
Aila+Aiden 6-in-1 XL Play Mat & Gym Sage
I tried all kinds of carriers, and this one wins, hands down.
Tushbaby Safety-Certified Hip Carrier Grey
Necessary? No. Absolutely adorable and cuteness overload? Yes. Get it, use it when they're newborns, and then use it as a beach towel.
KeaBabies Hooded Baby Towel - Lamb, Bamboo
Rubber ducks are classic for a reason. A useful toy and water temp indicator.
Munchkin® White Hot® Safety Bath Ducky Toy, Yellow
I asked my dermatologist, and she recommended Aveeno for soap. I've always used it on my little one, and it lasts a long time!
Aveeno Baby Moisture Bath Wash & Shampoo 33oz
Instead of the Baby Brezza, use this to keep warmed water on hand. If you're using formula, this is cheaper, easy to clean, and truthfully, scooping formula is not that time-consuming.
Dr. Brown's Insta-Prep Warm Water Dispenser
A great first bath! Plus, it's cheaper than the name brand one.
The First Years Renewed 3-in-1 Baby Tub
Muslin blankets are fantastic!
Muslin Swaddle Blankets 3 Pack, 38x40, Soft
Get a ton of these. They're always everywhere, but then you can't find them when you need them because your little one will have taken it to play with. I don't suggest the white color because it shows everything. Yes, they clean up well, but hide the...
Spotted Muslin Burp Cloths 100% Cotton 12pk
I swore I wouldn't need one. I didn't have it on my registry. After all, I had a summer baby. I was wrong.
Get the warmer. It's soothing for the bub, it's soothing for you, and there's a weird vortex where the wipes aren't as cold when you're out a...
hiccapop Baby Wipe Warmer & Dispenser
Do you really need a Diaper Genie? No. Get a regular trash can and put the 💩 diapers in a plastic grocery bag, tie it up, and either put it in the garage or this can. I do suggest having a lidded can, and one that you can open with your foot. Things...
Glad Premium 13 Gallon Trash Can with Odor Lid
Put a ton of these on your registry. You will use them so often. I usually only wear one on my dominant hand to clean, and then the other hand can handle the clean part of the baby, diaper, clothing, etc. Remember to properly take off your glove at t...
Inspire Nitrile Exam Gloves Cobalt Blue
I used to use Kirkland diapers, but then Costco stopped using Kimberly Clark to make them and the new ones are trash. I'm a fan of Huggies, but use what's on sale and fits your baby.
Huggies tend to have a bigger curve in the diaper that goes along...
Huggies Little Snugglers Diapers Size 1, 96 Ct
Great color options, soft, and oversized: these towels are fantastic!
Performance Plus Oversized Bath Towel Light Green - Threshold™: 100% Cotton, Fade-Resistant, Heavyweight Terry Bath Sheet
Get the gloves. Wear them for any poo diaper. I usually only wear one Michael Jackson style on my dominant hand to save money because I'm cheap, and truthfully, one is really all you need. Have these delivered monthly and thank yourself for being awe...
Inspire Nitrile Gloves | Original Cobalt Blue
Your baby will be obsessed with this toy. It's great for tummy time and learning to roll.
Infinno Inflatable Baby Water Play Mat
I'm impressed that they don't fall off
Fruit of the Loom Baby 14-Pack Flex Socks
Is it necessary? No. Is it cute and adorable? Yes! I now use the towels for the beach.
KeaBabies Hooded Baby Towel - Lamb
Does it look suspiciously like dog 💩 bags? Yes, but they're worth it.
Munchkin Arm & Hammer Diaper Bag Dispenser (Blue)