I’ve nannied and auntied and invested lots of time developing opinions about baby stuff. It’s not always the popular pick, but it’s THOROUGHLY vetted by me.
Sections
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Feeding
Clothes
On the go
Sleep
Toys
Health/Safety
Feeding
Make sure you’ve programmed it right to dispense the correct amount of formula!!!! But it’s a lifesaver. Worth the cost.
Baby Brezza
These. So many of these.
Yoofoss Muslin Burp Cloths 10 Pack Organic
Clothes
You’ll never love magnets more than at 3 am doing a really tired diaper change.
Magnetic Me onesies
Actually supportive and developmentally appropriate.
Tsukihoshi baby and toddler shoes
First 2 mo of life all you need are gowns. Make your life easier.
Kissy Kissy Convertible Gowns
On the go
This dude is HEAVY but tough and can easily handle 2 heavier toddlers. The suspension is unparalleled. The pieces are put together intuitively. I do believe it is worth the cost and that it easily outperforms dupes.
Vista V2 | UPPAbaby - AE
It’s just the best. So easy to install. So easy to use. Kids are comfortable.
Graco® Premier 4Ever® DLX Extend2Fit® SnugLock® 4-in-1 Car ...
Sleep
It’s worth it. The softness, the temperature, the whole thing. Dupes don’t outperform it.
Shop Sleep Bags | Bamboo Sleep Sacks
Annoyingly helpful. For something so dumb looking it works so well.
Shop All SlumberPods
Toys
1.5 ish and up
Tonies
A cheap, fun stroller to be used chaotically and be allowed to get messy.
Doll Strollers for Baby Dolls - Foldable, Colorful Options
Every kid should have something they can hit when playing appropriately!
Pound A Peg Toy: Toys & Games
Catchy and only slightly annoying on the millionth read.
I'll Love You Till the Cows Come Home
Health/Safety
Weird addition, but recommend having on hand for hair that bands around baby’s finger or toe and can constrict and cause significant pain.
Travel Size Nair Hair Removal Cream for Sensitive Skin