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Baby Must Haves 🍼
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items Treating this list like a baby registry!
A collection of baby essentials I would buy again and again. I aim to be intentional with the things I purchase for my children. Researching what is best for my baby’s development while still being AFFORDABL...
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Baby Gear
Nursery
Swaddles + Sleep Sacks
Other Essentials
Feeding
Diapering
Baby Gear
I loved using this seat when I needed a few minutes to set my baby down.
Baby Delight | Alpine Deluxe Portable Bouncer
A gender neutral montessori style play gym, great for sensory development and hand eye coordination.
This play gym is very similar to Lovevery, and for half the cost! I was able to grab this for $60!
One of my favorite parts is that the mat is mac...
Play Gym & Activity Mat
I’ve used 3 baby carriers between my 2 boys. This ring sling is sooooo easy to use. There was a bit of a learning curve at first, but once baby and I were comfortable, this quickly became our favorite AFFORDABLE carrier.
Wildbird | Linen Ring Sling
So far we’ve only used this car seat rear facing, but we’ve had no issues! Both boys are comfortable and it’s very easy to adjust and install using the latch system.
With so many car seats to choose from, safety aside, I was searching for a car sea...
Graco | Grows4Me Convertible Car Seat
This is our second/back up stroller. We love this stroller for bumpy sidewalks, walking on trails, anywhere the terrain is uneven!
Baby Trend | Expedition Jogger
An affordable floor chair that supports healthy posture and hip development. Easy to clean and take for travel.
Tray attachment is sold separately— 🔗 below
Skip Hop | Upright Floor Seat
Switch out the toy attachment with this tray.
Skip Hop | Tray Attachment
I love products that grow with baby, and this activity center has so many fun features. My favorite part is that once your little one outgrows the baby stages, it transforms into a toddler table.
My only complaint is that the piano and “discovery w...
Skip Hop | Activity Center
Matching chairs for play table— still using these with my 4 year old!
Skip Hop | Toddler's Activity Chairs
Space saver!
4moms | MamaRoo Swing with Bluetooth
Nursery
If you’re looking for a WiFi camera/monitor, we love how well this one works! Plus, the large 7” screen makes viewing both boys at the same time easy.
We started with a single camera and 5” screen but updated when we had our second baby.
These cam...
VTech | WiFi 2 Camera Baby Monitor
Both my 1 and 4 year old use this every night! We primarily use the timer and nightlight features. We set a dim red light when it’s time to sleep and use a green light to signal morning, letting them know to wake up or time to get out of bed.
I also...
Hatch | Rest Sound Machine | 2nd Gen
So many cute neutral options. These fit my baby’s mattress perfect and wash/dry so nicely. We have almost matching changing pad covers, 🔗 below
Crib Sheets | Muslin 100% Cotton
If I could go back, I would definitely choose a wipeable changing pad. Since i’m working with what I have, these covers work perfectly.
Changing Pad Covers | Muslin 100% Cotton
Essential? Debatable. However, it is aesthetically pleasing to blend with your nursery! Definitely better than wrestling a pack of wipes.
OXO | Tot Perfect Pull
Keeping moisture in the air can help with congestion, allergies, sleep and preventing dry skin.
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Humidifier
Swaddles + Sleep Sacks
1.0 Tog + 100% Cotton
1 had one baby who loved this swaddle and one baby who wanted his arms up near his head. Perfect for the baby who loved to be wrapped up tight.
SwaddleMe | Easy Change Zipper | 7-14lbs
the BEST swaddle if your baby loves to have their hands near their face
Love to Dream | 1.0 TOG | 8-13lbs
This helped my first baby sleep SO well. Second baby, indifferent.
Promotes safe sleep when used correctly!!
Baby Merlin’s Magic Sleepsuit | 12-18lbs
This is a great option for when no longer needs a swaddle/sleep aid. Since we don’t give baby a blanket, this always gives me peace of mind that baby is warm and cozy.
HALO SleepSack | 100% Cotton | TOG 0.5, | 10-18lbs
We used size 6-18m until my son turned 1. Then we switched to a walker sleep bag and added a small muslin blanket to his crib.
Mosebears | 1.0 TOG | 95% Rayon
Other Essentials
This baby book is so simple and sweet! It’s not too daunting to fill out when I’m behind. Plus, it’s perfect for someone just starting out with scrapbooking—it’s like a blank canvas with a bit of a guide!
Baby Memory Book
Another simple baby book. So similar to my first rec. The linen covers make this book feel so elevated. Each of my boys have one of these.
Baby Memory Book
This pacifier wouldn’t be considered best for an exclusively breastfed baby. After switching to pumping, we gave this paci a try and my baby took it so well.
Tommee Tippee | Ultra-Light StayPut
A perfectly made, high quality pacifier. great for the breastfeeding baby, but takes patience to use.
Ninni Pacifier Oatmeal 2 Pack
Hands down my favorite bottle brush, didn’t feel as cheap as most and didn’t get yucky!
Munchkin | Shine Stainless Steel Bottle Brush
I didn’t love or hate this drying rack. I have a fairly small kitchen and this is just what worked best!
OXO | Space-Saving Bottle Drying Rack
We never dealt with much drool, but these bibs worked well when we did. They are a great size and have adjustable snaps.
Plenty of color options if you’re needing one with every outfit!
Muslin Baby Bibs
Feeding
Both of my boys used these bottles with ease from birth to 12m. Easy to clean and no leaks. 9oz bottles were perfect for us, neither of my babies ever drank more than 8 ounces.
Only change I would make… is switching to glass!
Philips Avent Natural Bottles
Love, love, love! These are large, absorbent, my absolute favorite. A 6 pack was not enough for my first baby and a 10 pack was too many for my second!
Comfy Cubs | Muslin Burp Cloths | 20" x 10"
Our first straw cup for baby. Only takes a few tries until baby learns how to drink out of the straw. Minimal leaks and easy to clean!
OXO | 9 oz Straw Cup
Another essential that grows with baby! Since buying this, some updates have been made (2nd picture), specifically I was happy to see a foot rest has been added to help posture and avoid risk of choking.
I love a fabric free high chair, making this...
Chicco | Zest 4-in-1 Folding High Chair
Great BLW starter spoons.
NumNum | Pre-Spoon Set
Catches the food and easy to clean! Definitely a little big for a 6 month old but a great size that will last all through toddlerhood!
KeaBabies | 2-Pack Silicone Bibs
I am not a huge silicone fan, but we’re using what we already have! These stick well and I love that they have lids. These plates are also very easy to clean.
WeeSprout | Suction Plates with Lids
Diapering
I unfortunately don’t have a true diaper bag rec… I have had 3 different backpacks and didn’t love any.
However, this crossbody works great when you need to run a quick errand or when I’m out with my older todfler!
Choose your own strap and add a ...
Citymouse® CLASSIC Crossbody
Our favorite affordable diapers, comparable to huggies.
Kirkland Signature Diapers
Not the most nontoxic wipe option, but when weighing pros and cons while considering price… these work best for us. The wipes are large compared to most, we never find them drying out and of course they’re fragrance free.
Kirkland Signature | Baby Wipes |Fragrance Free
My second choice for wipes.
WaterWipes | 99.9% Water
I love using this for diaper cream (and more), plus this 10oz tub lasts forever!
The Honest Company | Healing Head-to-Toe Fragrance Free Ointment
My favorite cream for a stubborn rash, I love how thick this applies and stays in place.
Desitin | Maximum Strength Diaper Cream | Zinc Oxide
Not sure this is necessary for everyone, but we don’t take our kitchen trash out daily. One soiled diaper can have our entire kitchen smelling when we don’t use the diaper pail.
Target makes refills that fit this pail! 🔗 below
Munchkin | STEP Diaper Pail
Cheaper than name brand, compatible with all munchkin pails.
Up&up | Diaper Pail Refill Bags
Toys
Helps with developing cognitive skills. We introduced this once baby could sit. They loved watching us do it, which lead to assisting them and eventually they could do it on their own!
Montessori Object Permanence Ball Drop
A great set of toys that helps support baby’s developing fine motor skills, coordination, muscle strength and encourages sensory play.
The Senser Play Kit | 5-6 Months
Keeps baby busy in the bath, car, stroller, restaurant, anywhere the suction will stick!
Itzy Ritzy | Pop & Whirl