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What I would ask for if I was to do babyhood all over again.
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items If I was to have my first child all over again, these are the items that would be non-negotiable for me. Learn from the mistakes I made.
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Clothing/Carrying
Cleaning/Diapering
In the car
Eating
Random
Clothing/Carrying
Having a safe and comfortable baby carrier is one of the most valuable things that I could tell you to get. Being able to go places and have my hands free while also allowing my baby space and the ability to see was wonderful. I HIGHLY recommend thes...
Ergonomic Baby Carriers and Baby Wrap Carriers
I got this “cape” like breastfeeding cover and it was excellent. It's easy to put over your head for quick feedings and has all the coverage you need for being in public. I think this style is much better than the full clothing ones, that way you can...
Baby Nursing Covers
Weighted sleep sacks were a game changer for our family. They keep your baby feeling held while allowing you to put them down for a nap or the night. I loved these. 10/10.
Weighted Sleep Sack for Baby | HALO Innovations & More
Two way zip onesies are the way to go. STAY AWAY FROM ANYTHING WITH BUTTONS.
Newborn Zipper Onesies | Baby Sleepers with Two-Way Zipper
Cleaning/Diapering
Do not, I repeat, do not get a regular diaper bag. You will need all the free hands you can possibly have. A backpack is a game changer. There are so many separate compartments, everything has it's own space and it makes carrying the most important t...
Diaper Bags & Baby Bags | JuJuBe
There's no explanation needed here. But these are safe and allow you to be able to clean your babies pacifier wherever you are. Highly recommend.
Baby Pacifier Wipes | Plant-Based & Hypoallergenic Cleaning Wipes
I didn't get the hype with these, I would just use regular wipes and they dried my kids faces out. Once I finally jumped on the bandwagon here, I completely understood why you would buy these over regular wipes for little faces. Get these!
Boogie Wipes Saline Nose Wipes Unscented - 90ct
Desitin products worked so well for us. They always made our kiddos feel better and they were gentle on their skin.
Desitin products at Target
Don't go anywhere without one of these. It protects your baby from the surface you lay them on and it protects the surface from your baby!
portable diaper changing pad
Loved this so much. Allows you to change multiple days of diapers while hiding any odor. The clean up and take out process for this is so easy. Highly recommend.
Diaper Genie products at Target
In the car
This is the best car seat I have ever used. The fact that it is all in one and grows with your child is incredible. Easy to install, safe, sturdy, easy to clean and comfortable for your little one. 10000/10.
Grows4Me™ 4-in-1 Car Seat
Make sure you have a backseat mirror for every vehicle you will transport your little one in. It helps relieve your stress by being able to see your baby and it allows you to interact with them by seeing their face. This is another must have.
Back Seat Mirrors : Car Seat Accessories
Eating
I will never not recommend these. Hands down the best bottles. We tried the plastic and the glass and both were incredible.
Dr. Brown's : Bottles - Baby
Random
Do yourself a favor if you have a little girl, get something to organize the millions of bows you are bound to have.
Baby Bow Organizer & Holder
If you end up using pacifiers, make sure you have a clip for them. They will be bouncing off the floor 10 times an hour if not.
Pacifier Clips : Pacifiers & Binkies