You are going to be ordering things constantly as you start to realize how much stuff you need, and you will also buy a bunch of stuff that ends up being completely useless. Here are the things that actually worked for my two kids through the baby st...
This stuff smells amazing and is great for baby's skin
Burt's Bees Baby Diaper Rash Ointment
These are great for when babies are just learning to drink out of a cup
Sippy Cups with Straws - Munchkin
Great for first starting feeding!
Soft-Tip Infant Spoons, 6pk
The softest and best sleepers for babies
Baby Pajamas | Burt's Bees Baby®
Hands down the BEST bottle brush out there. We still use this 4 years later for cleaning out water bottles after school.
Munchkin Sponge Bottle Brush 2 Pack Grey
Great for sensitive skin, and we also discovered that these will get stains out of anything
Huggies Natural Care Sensitive Baby Wipes
If you're nursing your pediatrician WILL tell you to supplement with Vitamin D. We tried a syringe type one but it was way too fiddly and hard to administer. This is so simple – you can literally just put a drop on your finger and put it in the baby'...
Vitamin D Drops for Babies
These are really easy to take on and off and are great for when baby is first walking, since they allow their foot to move and stabilize without being clunky
First Walking Shoes
This thing is amazing! Captures their attention for long enough that you can do whatever it is you're trying to do
Octopus Rattle & Teether Toy
Easy to get on and off, warm and cozy in the snow
Winter Boots for Baby Girl
I promise you the sleep is worth the cost
SNOO | Smart Baby Sleeper and Bassinet
Durable and easy
Splash™ Sprinkle Dining Set, Blue, 6pk
NJ summers get so hot! This is perfect for still going on adventures while keeping baby comfortable in the heat
Stroller Fan
Super easy for tossing in a diaper bag etc
Snack Wheel™
Casual and functional
Quilted Diaper Backpack Tote - Black - Cloud Island™
You are going to want to check on your baby constantly when you first start driving anywhere with them. A mirror in the backseat gives you so much peace of mind.
360° Baby In-Sight® Pivot Car Mirror
This stuff works amazing for my kids. I've been using it since my daughter was a baby and it's so good – not irritating, rubs in nicely so you don't get that typical white chalky look of other mineral sunscreen, and the container is easy and portable...
thinkbaby Mineral Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50
My husband is very tech-y and had several reasons for picking this one. I don't know what any of them were, but I do know this has worked for 4+ years now.
Baby Monitor
When your baby gets sick and has snot in their nose that they don't know how to get out yet, you will need a way to clear the snot. Unfortunately the best way is to suck it out – it's not as gross as it seems and this works super well. We tried an el...
Snotsucker + Nasal Spray
Everything you need to keep your little one clean and taken care of! We're still using the nail clippers and our oldest is in preschool.
Safety 1st Groom and Go Kit - Neutral: Comb, Nail Clipper, Storage Case, Brush
Sometimes you can't babyproof everything, or you need to know your kid is contained while you make dinner. This is great for when they're just starting to be mobile and haven't yet developed a sense of self-preservation.
Fodoss 59x71in Baby Playpen with Mat – Safe Activity Center & Fence for Babies and Toddlers, Indoor & Outdoor Use (Mountain)
So cute! My daughter loved having sunglasses like mom when she was a baby
Girls' Heart Sunglasses
This has been such a solid blanket. Soft, comfy, thick enough to be warm but not overly hot
Good Night Sky Organic Cotton Reversible Baby Blanket
So cute and fun
Peek-A-Boo Penguin Bath Toy
A classic! My kids still love this
Fishin’™ Bath Toy
Great for travel! Doesn’t take up much room and easy to use
Splash & Store Bathtub
Easy to assemble and looks great!
Delta Children Serena 4-in-1 Convertible Crib - Target
