Must haves as a second time mom who does not have a boujee budget. These are things I actually used and would use again and again!
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On the go
Baby skin care
For home
On the go
Perfect to throw in the diaper bag or take while you travel!
Travel
Great fan for on the go to keep baby cool
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Portable Mini Stroller Fan, 3-Speed, Black
I like that this carrier isn’t super fancy and doesn’t break the bank. It’s straight forward, light weight, and serves the purpose we need it for! Both babies have loved it because it’s not super heavy on them. Ad
Infantino Flip 4-in-1 Ergonomic Baby Carrier
Great camera for the car. I didn’t think I needed one but ended up loving it!
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Baby Car Mirror with 4.3'' HD Night Vision Display
Great stroller car seat combo that doesn’t break the bank. Love it for my baby and wish I had it for my first!
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Safety 1st Smooth Ride Travel System Stroller & Car Seat
I don’t think rotating car seats were a thing when I had my first baby so when I discovered them my mind was blown. SO much easier getting child in and out. I’d never go back to regular car seats if I had more babies
Evenflo Revolve360 Extend Convertible Car Seat
Baby skin care
Great for babies with sensitive skin! Cleared up my babies dry skin and eczema super fast and a little goes a long ways.
Tubby Todd
Gentle on babies skin!
Baby Shampoo & Soap
No harsh chemicals and easy to apply
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Babo Botanicals Sheer Zinc SPF30 Spray
My favorite wipes! No fragrance or harsh chemicals
Baby Wipes
Love this for changing diapers! Replaces the need for wipes AND rash cream!
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La Petite Creme French Premium Diapering Lotion 8oz
To be used with La petite cream
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LoveNoobs Baby Cotton Pads, 360 Count, Organic
Helped loosen the stubborn cradle cap both my babies had in a gentle way! Still use it because it lathers the shampoo so nicely
DermaFrida the SkinSoother – Frida | The fuss stops here.
For home
Baby loves to just chill in this and it’s an easy place to set him when I need my hands!
Fisher-Price® Infant-to-Toddler Rocker
I never had luck with the spectra but this works wonders for me!
Pump In Style® with MaxFlow™ Breast Pump
This was SO nice to have next to my bed and the swiveling made for easy maneuvering
Shop All - Swivel Sleepers - Halo Sleep
Baby loved this paci and mimics the breast for those breastfed babies!
Orthodontic & Breast-like Pacifiers for Babies
Great for all the extra stuff you end up with and have no room for but don’t want to get rid of.
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Door Hanging Storage Organizer with 3 Bins & 10 Pockets - Dark Grey
So gross but so easy to get into their tiny little noses
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oogiebear Baby Nose & Ear Wax Cleaner Tool
One of the only pacifiers both of my breastfed picky babies would take and super cheap!
MAM Pacifiers: In Silk Teat or Natural Latex
Monitor is super clear! Love that it doesn’t connect to WiFi and the battery lasts for days.
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HelloBaby No WiFi Baby Monitor 5" Screen 30H Battery
Used daily! So nice to have things organized and can move from room to room
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Both of my babies loved to have their hands by their face so it made swaddling hard. This swaddle was great for them to still rub their face!
Love to Dream Swaddle UP Baby Sleep Sack
Two way zipper onesies! So easy to do diaper changes in the middle of the night. Another item that wasn’t a thing when I had my first and was mind blown when I discovered them for the second baby
Simple Joys by Carter's Baby 3-Pack Sleep & Play
The ONLY thing that helped my babies gas in the early days! Helped us get a little sleep and baby to be less grunty
MYLICON Infants Gas Relief Drops, Dye Free, 1oz
A cheap rattle that’s easy for them to hold has provided me with a lot of entertainment for the baby
Oball Easy Grasp Jingle & Shake Pal BPA-Free Infant Toy Rattle, Green, Unisex, Ages 0 Months +
Baby loves to lay on his mat and look at himself and his toys and kick at the piano
Fisher-Price Glow and Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym Baby Playmat with Musical Learning Toy, Blue
Free monthly books for baby until they are 5! Such a great opportunity to take advantage of if it’s in your area!
