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Baby stuff you actually need.
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items You don’t actually need that much for a baby, but the right things make a huge difference. These are the items I’ve actually used daily and would 100% get again
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Carriers
Nursing and weaning
Sleeping
Activities
Health
Carriers
My second baby would only nap in baby wrap for the first 6 months. I could not recommend baby wraps more!! Snuggles with the baby and older siblings get your full attention.
Bleu Toile Wrap
This is a little more expensive, but if you plan to carry your child in a carrier, this is worth it! Breathable material and easy to use!
Baby Carrier Harmony
If you fly with your baby and don't want to carry in the carrier all the time, these are the best travel strollers. (If your baby cannot sit, make sure to also grab the baby set, link below as well)
YOYO³ stroller from 6 months
If you travel with a baby who cannot sit yet, this is the newborn set you need for the yoyo travel strollers.
YOYO® 0+ newborn pack
Nursing and weaning
Really liked this pump! I had the double one so could pump from both when needed. Also if only needed to pump from one, then didn't have to wash it immediately when also had the other one 🤭 (I did not pump daily.)
S12 Pro Wearable Breast Pump - High Efficiency
I have quite a long back and smaller boobs, this was comfortable with my babies. Also easy to wash!
Little Grape Land Nursing Pillow, Breathable Nursing Pillows for Breastfeeding, Tummy Time, Sitting Support - Dinosaurs World - Walmart.com
When they start to practice eating solids. We have 2 to rotate.
KLADDIG Bib - multicolor
One of these has been enough for us, we always hand wash it. Baby can easily throw it on the floor (they are smart) but as long as there is food to eat/is hungry, he lets it be.
Mini Feeding Set - Walmart.com
These are the best cups I have found. It took our babies 2 tries to understand how it works. Only a little water will spill from the impact when he throws it on the floor! Otherwise no spilling!!
Munchkin® Miracle® 360° Toddler Sippy Cup, 10 oz, Blue/Green, Unisex, 2 Pack - Walmart.com
Sleeping
We co-slept with the baby in our bed. The rail guard allows mom to change sides without having to be scared the baby will fall. This works until they start to properly move around.
Regalo Swing Down Bed Rail Guard with Reinforced Anchor Safety System, Metal Frame, 43" Long, Fits Twin to Queen Beds - Walmart.com
Great battery life!! I charge this every couple of months and i use it daily.
CAPiDi Babyalarm - Babyalarm | Bedst i test | 800m rækkevidde
Activities
Our babies loved to look at these. Also attached some to the wall behind me so they would have something to look at while burping 😅
64pcs High Contrast Montessori Sensory Visual Stimulation Flashcards, Black White Card for Baby Toys 0-3-6-12 Months Newborn Learning Gift
When you run out of ideas what to do with your baby 🤭 Great ideas here for the first 12 months!
Curious Baby Activity Cards
Push walker for babies and toddlers. Fun activities for the baby when they learn to sit and also helps to learn to walk! Especially our first kid loved this
VTech Stroll & Discover Activity Walker with Accessories, Baby and Toddler Toys - Walmart.com
Health
The stuffy nose saviour!
There are also cheaper options where you suck the yuck, but this is much more efficient! Well worth the money!
Frida Baby Electric NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator for Baby and Toddler, Upgraded Nasal Aspirator for Congestion Relief, 0+ Months
Helped for baby's dry skin! We use it during the nights and his skin stays way better.
LEVOIT Bedroom Top Fill Humidifier, 2.5L Water Tank for Large Rooms, Easy to Fill and Clean, 28 dB Silent Cool Mist Air Humidifier for Home Baby Nursery and Plants
Their BODYBALANCE is ❤️ soo good during pregnancy, breastfeeding, after carrying the baby... I always feel so much better after it and headaches are gone the next day!
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