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Baby essentials I actually use as a FTM 💯
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items A real-life list of baby items I actually use daily as a first-time mom. No hype — just the things that genuinely worked for us and made newborn life a little easier 🤍
The one with the nightlight is our favorite, and comes in handy during the night time feeds or diaper changes!
Brown Noise Sound Machines
Love this sound machine mainly for the different light options, super helpful during the night time— the red light is my fav!
Brown Noise Sound Machine with 30 Sounds & Night Light
These worked SO well especially if you struggle with that perfect tight swaddle!
Baby Sleepsack Swaddles - Halo Sleep
We love this bc it can also transition with your baby as they go from swaddle to sleep sack
Transition Baby Swaddle 3-6 Months 12-18 lb
My daughter loved this one bc she was one of those that loved having her arms out instead of tight by her sides when being swaddled
Newborn Sleep Sack Swaddle 0-3M, 3-Way Adjustable
Another great option if your baby hates having arms swaddled by their sides!
GLLQUEN 3-Pack Organic Baby Swaddle Sacks
One of my daughter’s faves when she was a newborn! She was able to be snug while also having her arms by her face
Swaddle for Newborns 0-3M 5-13lb, 1Pack
The one and only bottle we use and comes in glass option also! The different nipple sizes are also handy to figure out which flow works with your babe.
Baby Bottles
The one and only bottle we use and comes in glass option also! The different nipple sizes are also handy to figure out which flow works with your babe.
Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Anti-Colic 4oz 4pk
My daughter had trouble with even the size 1 nipple so the preemie flow was a lot better for her, helped with alleviating a lot of spit up and reflux episodes
Dr. Brown’s Preemie Flow Narrow Baby Bottle Nipple, Slowest Flow, 0m+, 6 Count
A MUST for those diaper bumpies! Also this lasts for a long time bc you just need a tiny bit, it’s nice and thick and works really well. We use it for rashes on our baby’s body not just diaper rashes and it works just as well
Boudreaux's Butt Paste Max Strength Diaper Cream 4oz
Priming our baby's diaper with some Vaseline has helped prevent any major irritation for our little girl!
Vaseline® Healing Jelly Baby
Priming our baby's diaper with some Vaseline has helped prevent any major irritation for our little girl!
Vaseline Petroleum Jelly Original 3 Count 13oz
We love a great affordable NO WIFI baby monitor!
Official VTech® Video Baby Monitors
We love a great affordable NO WIFI baby monitor!
iFamily Baby Monitor 5" Screen, 30Hrs Battery, PTZ, No WiFi, Two-Way Audio, Night Vision, Temp, Lullabies, 960ft Range
Super soft and absorbent! And when babe starts to teethe, it works well as a teether when frozen!
All Burp Cloths
hands down the best burp cloths to use, nice and soft and super absorbable!
Muslin 100% Cotton Baby Burp Cloths 10x20
the one and only caddy we have and love it! You can also change the size of the compartments with the built in velcro so you can customize the size of pocket for all the essentials.
Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer with Changing Mat
by far my favorite carrier that my baby can actually sit in and be comfortable! Takes such a weight off my back and arms
The Tushbaby Hip Carrier
by far my favorite carrier that my baby can actaully sit in and be comfortable! Takes such a weight off my back and arms
MOMTORY 6-in-1 Baby Carrier Plus Size Friendly
My favorite sling to wear around the house when my baby became a hip and velcro baby! The thick strap makes it super comrtable to wear.
Bambora Sling Carrier
This was my favorite carrier when my daughter was a newborn to about 3 months, it was easy to tuck her in and get things done while she slept and got that skin to skin at the same time!
Baby Wrap Carrier Sling for Newborns up to 35 lbs
My favorite newborn carrier! Baby stays super snug and warm
KeaBabies Original Wrap Carrier (Trendy Black)
My favorite newborn carrier! Baby stays super snug and warm
KeaBabies Baby Wrap Carrier Ring Sling - Black
I've used momCozy and Lansinoh breast milk baggies but these Willow ones are IT. They also are able to stand on their own making it easy to pour in or out.
Willow 8oz Breast Milk Storage Bags 100ct
This came in handy to help babies hair grow evenly when that bald spot in the back of the head starts peeking out. Helped my babies fuzzies get more even with the rest of her hair
Pro Goleem Satin Bassinet Sheet Lavender
Great for helping baby nurse comfortably and also great for when they're older and start practicing tummy time or sitting up – plus my daughter loves the bears on them!
Nursing Pillow Breastfeeding Pink Bears
This is the car seat we have installed in my car, as a first time mom I had anxiety about taking my baby in and out the car seat/stroller. This car seat/stroller is so easy and light weight! and baby approved!
Mini Bravo Plus Lightweight Stroller - Graphite
This is the car seat we have installed in my car, as a first time mom I had anxiety about taking my baby in and out the car seat/stroller. This car seat/stroller is so easy and light weight! And baby approved!
Chicco Mini Bravo Sport Travel System - Grey
Out of all the plug in pumps I've tried, this one is my FAV. Super easy to assemble and clean. The extra bag, little cooler and extra parts were a huge help!
Advanced Double Electric Breast Pump
Out of all the plug in pumps I've tried, this one is my FAV. Super easy to assemble and clean. The extra bag, little cooler and extra parts were a huge help!
Evenflo Select Advanced Double Electric Pump
MAMA's! This helped me breastfeed tremendously when baby was struggling to latch onto me when she was first born!
Contact Nipple Shields
MAMA's! This helped me breastfeed tremendously when baby was struggling to latch onto me when she was first born!
Lansinoh Ultra-Thin Silicone Nipple Shields, 2 Count
heaven SENT for those chapped nips when breast feeding and pumping, helped with the pain as well!
Lanolin Nipple Cream
heaven SENT for those chapped nips when breast feeding and pumping, helped with the pain as well!
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream 1.41oz
By far our FAVORITE brand of diapers, light weight while also preventing leaks and we haven't had any major diaper rash or anything. Works well overnight as well, I suggest sizing up for overnight to avoid changing multiple diapers unnecessarily.
Bambo Nature Diapers
By far our FAVORITE brand of diapers, light weight while also preventing leaks and we haven't had any major diaper rash or anything. Works well overnight as well, I suggest sizing up for overnight to avoid changing multiple diapers unnecessarily.
Bambo Nature Hypoallergenic Baby Diapers Size 3
This came in handy for those days baby wanted to be snug while napping – helps mimic being held while sleeping.
Aila + Aiden Organic Cotton Baby Lounger - Pink
soooo useful for traveling with baby! Also, great to have around the house bc it has wheels, you can roll baby along with you throughout the house!
Pamo Babe Portable Foldable Playpen Crib
You would think others would not ring the doorbell or knock when you have a new baby but you got to let them know! Protect your baby's sleep!
Shhh Baby Sleeping Front Door Sign - No Knock
Perfect for tummy time or mirror play!
ALASOU 3PCS Pop Suction Cup Spinner Toys
Our favorite onesies that are lightweight, warm and soft! BONUS: They're bamboo material!
Bamboo onesie + sleepers!
Our favorite onesies that are lightweight, warm and soft! BONUS: They're bamboo material!
Jimonda Baby Romper Bamboo Pajamas 0-24M
an absolute need when taking baby places, super compact and takes minimal room in diaper bag or purse
7in1 Baby Travel Bottle Cleaner Kit White
Great accessory for car seats or strollers for pacifiers and/or teethers
5pcs Adjustable Silicone Toy Straps for Baby
Such a fun way to make bath time fun while traveling or if you lack a bath tub and have a stand up shower!
Mommy's Helper Inflatable Under Sea Baby Tub
the light feature on this comes in handy especially at night, helps baby not freak out bc it can get pretty dark back there!
Baby Car Mirror with Light, 7 RGB, Remote
I love this for when baby starts teething and eating puree's! It steams, blends and puree all in one! Super easy to use and doesn't take a lot of space.
Grownsy Baby Food Maker with Steam Basket
My baby LOVES this teething oil and I can use it as needed throughout the day, especially before naps! Great for putting on teething toys as well.
Punkin Butt Natural Herbal Teething Oil 1oz
Love using this to help baby sit up and mine loves hitting and playing with the middle blow up part!
Baby Inflatable Seat w/ Guardrails & Pump
a teething mitten is a MUST when baby starts teething. My daughter loves this little dino!
Itzy Ritzy Silicone Teething Mitt - Green Dino
Great for breastmilk popsicles or frozen fruits to chew on!
Silicone Baby Food Feeder & Freezer Tray
A fun teether to chew and nibble on but also helps with baby's grip and motor skills!
3 Pack Silicone Baby Teething Rings 0-24M
a STAPLE in baby's bedtime routine for when we massage her feet!
Vicks® BabyRub™, Non-Medicated Soothing Ointment
a STAPLE in baby's bedtime routine for when we massage her feet!
Vicks BabyRub Chest Rub with Aloe & Lavender, 1.76 oz
We used this a lot when my daughter was a newborn and she was getting little bumpies on her cheeks, helped with cradle cap also!
Tubby Todd Bath Co.
We used this a lot when my daughter was a newborn and she was getting little bumpies on her cheeks, helped with cradle cap also!
TUBBY TODD All Over Ointment Baby Cream 2pk
This oil is used on the outside of the cheeks and its a nice little top off relief for baby during those extra hard days/nights
Teething Roller Baby Oil Massage 2PCS
great for getting rid of that bald spot and protect your baby's beautiful hair
SiinvdaBZX 2 Pcs Satin Crib Sheets Beige & Sage
A must for that floor play and tummy time practice! Easy to vacuum and wash in the washer
Baby Play Mat 71x59, Thick Soft Foldable
the night vision works really well with this camera-- I've tried other ones and the night vision is usually what makes me return them. This one is a keeper!
Shybaby 1080P Baby Car Mirror w/ 4.3" Monitor
Great for the summer time and those hot car/stroller rides! Charge stays for a good while too.
Car Fan for Backseat Kids Adjustable Rechargeable
This was a game changer for being on the go when our baby was a newborn and we still liked to warm the milk up for her!
Portable Battery-Powered Bottle Warmer for Travel
A drying rack that helps keep everything organized and clean on the counter top.
Dr. Brown's Stand-Up Baby Bottle Drying Rack
Our baby got a pacifier from the hospital and she got used to those ones which mimic these ones! She doesn’t like nah other paci
Philips Avent Soothie Orthodontic Pacifiers 4-Pack
These wipes come in cutch when you're out and about with your little! Perfect for dropped paci's, cleaning bottles or pump parts
Munchkin Arm & Hammer Pacifier Wipes, 72 Ct
The best boogie aspirator we have tried! 8 months in and still going strong!
X-Bosak Electric Baby Nasal Aspirator, 5 Levels
Great for those newborn days when baby needs warm milk! Warms up within about 2 minutes.. maybe less!
Dr. Brown's Insta-Feed Bottle Warmer & Sterilizer
Really helpful to use in your sink to help separate baby's dishes from yours. I didn't think we would need this as much as we did but it helps SO much!
MontNorth 2.4 Gal Collapsible Wash Basin Gray
Helps on those days where you don't have the energy to do any dishes (which is a LOT) Sterilizes and dries everything up really well!
MOMFANN Baby Bottle Washer - 19 Min Rapid Wash & Sterilizer
If you want to co-sleep but not in your bed, this bedside bassinet is the one! Love the zipper that allows you to bring the bassinet close to the bed so it seems like baby is right next to you. Trust me mama, you're going to need baby right next to y...
Bassinet Bedside Sleeper for Baby 6 Months