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The real newborn checklist
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Lexis Pasthing
All the stuff I used daily with my baby because they don’t actually need 5000 gadgets, just a few essentials (and your boobs) 😂
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I prefer these over muslin blankets. They help baby feel secure and don’t unravel themselves.
SwaddleMe : Swaddling & Wearable Blankets for Babies
The best way to get things done with a newborn will be one of these wraps! Helps to feel secure and nap while mom gets things done.
Moby Wrap
You don’t need a diaper pail, they still stink and if you’re like me you’ll forget to change the bag until it’s 50 feet long
Diapers - Walmart.com
Perfect for getting the rough to reach spots. Bottle washers and sterilizers are too much work
Bottle Brushes
Perfect for the white noise and red light which both help baby get better rest
Hatch Rest 2nd generation - Night Light, Sound Machine, and Time-to- ...
Perfect for babies because the bathtub is too slippery for them
Baby Bath Tubs & Seats
Perfect for on the go if you’re a formula mama and don’t want to lug the whole container around.
Best Baby Formula Dispensers & Mixers
Many uses - from tummy time, lounging, feeding (not sleeping)
Shop the Best Nursing Pillows Collection
Literally just skip the little bulb and use this tool for snot and boogies
Frida Baby NoseFrida SnotSucker Nasal Aspirator with 24 Filters
We all love cute outfits but this is probably what your baby will end up wearing for a while
Huggies Unisex-Baby 6-Pack Basic Bodysuit
Baby monitor with NO wifi so creeps cannot hack it!
HelloBaby No WiFi Baby Monitor 5" Screen 30H Battery
Burp clothes are a must! Baby will inevitably spit up and they can also be used for other things.
Konssy 6-Pack 100% Cotton Muslin Burp Cloths
Rest peacefully knowing your babies sleeping and breathing is being tracked and will notify you if anything goes wrong.
Owlet Smart Sock
Extra crib sheets! They will probably be changed often.
Crib Sheets - Baby Bedding
Covers for boppy pillow in case one needs washed and you still want to use it!
Boppy Covers
I found these bottles helped sooo much with preventing air bubbles and ensuring baby doesn’t get a belly ache!
Philips Avent Anti-Colic Bottle 4oz 4pk
Sleepers with a double zipper so you don’t have to undress baby all the way everytime they need a diaper change!
RRP Unisex Baby Footies Pajamas Bamboo Soft
Thick wipes that are completely unscented work great for sensitive baby skin.
Rascal + Friends Sensitive Baby Wipes (648)
Mostly for mom but it’s hard to feed and bond if you’re in pain.
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream 100% Natural
Holds diapers, wipes, creams, pumps, literally everything you need and easily rolls with you from room to room.
Rolling Cart
