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First Time Boy Mum Essentials
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My must have finds as a first time mum, including clothing, travel and home/health essentials. So if you’re stuck to what to buy for your little boy, this list might inspire you!
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Home and health essentials
Boy clothes
Travel must haves
Home and health essentials
These products have been a must have for home use, so if you’re stuck for recommendations for a new cot to a nose sucker. This list includes everything you might need! Definitely has been useful for me.
Soooo needed! Painless and simple to use, great to clear my son’s nose even when he’s being fussy.
Frida Baby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator with 24 Filters
Amazing product, foldable, lightweight and the chair is so useful. Bath time made easier.
Foldable Baby Bath Tub with Support Cushion
A must have for your home even if you don’t have a baby! I have one in each room to monitor and keep track of the temperature ensure that baby boy is warm enough during the colder months.
ThermoPro TP49-2 Digital Indoor Thermo Hygrometer
This has helped me hugely with breastfeeding, useful while I’m on my PC and on the sofa. Comfortable and easy to use.
Labtec Nursing Pillow Breastfeeding Lion Pattern
This has been so handy to have on my desk during feeding to make sure his nose doesn’t get too dry!
Ultrasonic Mini Humidifier 500ml USB White
Super easy to build, and fits really well in our apartment. Baby boy is a little too small for now but this is ideal if you have smaller spaces in your house/apartment.
Obaby Bantam Space Saver Cot, White
Don’t forget to purchase a mattress to go along with the cot! This mattress matches all the safe sleep guidance and fits perfectly.
Obaby Foam Space Saver Cot Mattress 100x50cm
This Moses basket is my son’s favourite place to sleep, super comfy and lightweight. Great for smaller babies who might find their cot scary at first.
Clair de Lune Grey Wicker Moses Basket & Stand
These fit the smaller mattress really well, high quality, soft and durable. Really recommend these in all the colours available!
Bunnyjik GOTS Organic 2x Space Saver Cot Sheets 100x50
This mobile has completed the nursery theme really well! Lovely quality and the music is soothing and my baby loves it.
Skye Moon & Stars Musical Cot Mobile
This manual pump is so useful to have, even if you plan to breastfeed exclusively. This has helped me with engorgement and also in case I ever need to go out without my son, I have a bottle left with my milk in!
Nuby Manual Breast Pump
This bottle set is a must have just in case you need bottles for breast milk or formula feeding. Anti colic which is fantastic for newborns just in case, amazing value for the set and better than more popular brands.
Green & Cream Baby Bottle Set
Boy clothes
Newborn boy clothes I adore, I have purchased all the below clothes in multiple sizes and that’s why they are a must have for baby boys!
My favourite set, newborn size fit perfectly on my son who was born three weeks early and weighing 5 pounds, I’ve even purchased the next sizes up! These are a must have and well priced.
0-36mths | 7pk Dinosaur Short Sleeve Bodysuits
Another must have for newborn baby boys, comfy and lightweight easy for layering in the colder months. I have purchased multiple packs in different sizes!
0-36mths | 7pk Long Sleeve Bodysuits
This frog set is my go to daily outfit for him, the zip up design is a life saver on the go while changing! No faff with poppers which is great when you’re a first time mum. Adorable design and super comfy.
0-9mths | 3-Piece Frog Newborn Starter Set
This set has been super useful during the summer! Lightweight, comfy and durable.
Buy White Essential 10 Pack Baby Short Sleeve Bodysuits from the Next UK online shop
This gift set is adorable and something I was gifted after my baby was born. Great set that includes lots of useful accessories and clothes.
Blue Eight Piece Dinosaur Patterned Baby Gift Set
Adorable newborn set, cute design and cost effective.
5 Pack Baby Fox Bodysuits (Newborn–23mths)
Travel must haves
On the go products! I do not leave my house without these items and you won’t either.
Baby boy was born early and this was ideal if your baby is on the smaller side with both weight and height. He’s growing into this quickly and still fits comfortably and perfectly. A must have!!
Joie i-Snug 2 i-Size Baby Car Seat - Pebble
This product is a life saver and I love it! Baby boy fits perfectly and sleeps the entire time on walks, the wheels are fantastic and go over bumps effortlessly. Easy to store inside your home, light weight and easy to set up. A must have for new mum...
Librebon Baby Pram Pushchair Buggy 3 in 1 Travel System With Car Seat Black Silver
I’ve been using this carrier a lot around the house, shopping and out! It’s honestly a life saver, really supportive for both mum and baby. I’ve been taking this everywhere I go and it’s ideal for short walks where you don’t want to take the pram. Ba...
Momcozy WeeSnug Newborn Carrier 7-25 lbs