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Newborn Must Haves
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items As a mom of 4, I have dealt with 4 different newborns at this point and feel like I definitely know what’s necessary and what’s not as a mother. Here’s my suggestions of what you really need when you have a newborn based on my experiences.
Sections
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Clothes
Travel & Gear
Diapering
Health
Bath Time
Clothes
Clothes for your newborn! You don’t need fancy outfits. Just simple and comfortable clothes that are easy for diaper changes.
The only thing my babies wear the first few weeks of their lives are these footsie pajamas. They are convenient and keep your baby warm. I love the cloud island brand in particular. I recommend just getting size 0-3 month. All my babies grew out of s...
Baby 3pk Cotton Moons Sleep N' Play - Cloud Island™ Gray 0-3M: Footed Pajamas, Long Sleeve, Covered Zipper, Machine Washable
Perfect socks for baby. I use these when they wear the sleep gowns.
Zaples Baby Non Slip Ankle Socks with Grip
Love how easy these gowns are especially for those night time diaper changes!
Simple Joys by Carter's 3-Pack Baby Gown
A classic and must have! You can never have enough simple white onesies for your baby.
Gerber Baby 4pk Short Sleeve Onesies - White 0-3M: Cotton Bodysuits, Crotch Snap, Machine Wash, Tumble Dry, Ribbed Fabric
Carter's Just One You® Baby 3pk Long Sleeve Bodysuit - White 3M: Cotton Crew Neck, Tagless Design
Travel & Gear
All the gear you need for travel and at home.
I love this diaper bag and have been using it for years now. It is cute, affordable, holds a lot, and even comes with a changing pad for when you need to change you baby while out and about.
Dikaslon Diaper Bag Backpack with Changing Pad
A baby carrier is a must have when you have a newborn, especially if you have more than 1 child and still need to get things done! This one is sturdy enough to last from baby to toddler and can be worn several different ways. I’ve used for newborns o...
LÍLLÉbaby Complete All Seasons 6-in-1 Carrier
Love this stroller and car seat combo. It grows with your baby and can be turned into a double stroller if you have another child close in age. I’ve used this for years and love it!
Evenflo Pivot Xpand Travel System w/ LiteMax Car Seat
This swing is so helpful when I need to get something done and need to put baby down. I’ve used the swing especially since having 2+ kids. My babies always fall asleep in these too.
Ingenuity Swing 'n Go Portable 5-Speed Baby Swing with Nature Sounds - Hugs & Hoots
Even though I primarily co-sleep with my children, it’s nice to have something that you can put them in where you know they’re safe. A bedside cosleeper is great so you don’t have to get up completely in the night to feed them and they’re still close...
Baby Delight Beside Me Dreamer Bassinet and Bedside Sleeper - Charcoal
Diapering
Don’t go crazy with the diapers beforehand! Focus on stocking up on wipes instead. Get a few of each size diaper and wait until after they’re born to buy more so you know their size.
You can never have enough wipes when it comes to babies! These are my favorite because they are affordable and very sturdy. I’ve been using these wipes with all of my kids.
Parents Choice Fragrance-Free Baby Wipes, 1200 Count (Select for More Options)
My favorite diapers! Affordable and they work. I recommend only getting a small pack of newborn diapers for that first week and then moving them up to size 1. Of course, every baby and size is different. This is just has worked for me and all 4 of my...
Disposable Diapers - Newborn Size - 34ct - up&up™
Love these diapers because they’re affordable and work well. I don’t recommend getting a whole bunch of diapers because you never know how quickly your child will grow and the sizes they need. Get 1-2 big boxes of size 1 and get more if needed after ...
Disposable Diapers - Size 1 - 168ct - up&up™
Love these diapers because they’re affordable and they work! You never know how quickly your baby will grow. Mine are always in size 2 by the time they are 3 months, so it’s good to have some on hand. I recommend getting 2-3 big boxes of size 2 and t...
Disposable Diapers - Size 2 - 162ct - up&up™
Health
All the health things you need!
My favorite diaper balm! Made with all natural ingredients and can be used for the whole family or for other skin issues like eczema. A little goes a long way too. I’ve been using this with all 4 of my kids.
Earth Mama Organic Diaper Balm Diaper Cream for Babies - 2 fl oz
If your baby has an extreme diaper rash and needs immediate relief, I highly recommend this. I’ve only needed this with 2 of my babies, but it was great to have handy.
Diaper Rash Ointment - 4oz - up&up™
Another great option to use as a diaper cream if needed. This works really well and lasts forever. I have used this when I’m out of the Earth Mama diaper balm.
A + D Baby Diaper Rash Ointment, Baby Protectant with Vitamins A and D - 4oz
If you have a baby with colic or even just a fussy baby that is constipated, this is what you need! Always helps my babies go within a day and gives them so much relief!
BioGaia Protectis Probiotic Baby Drops - 0.17 fl oz
This is a must have for if your baby gets a cold and is congested or stuffed up. The saline solution helps break up the mucus and the snot sucker helps you get all that mucus out so your baby can be comfortable.
Frida Baby Baby Nasal Aspirator NoseFrida The Snotsucker All-Natural Saline Nasal Spray - 12ct
Helpful things to have for your newborn! You’ll definitely need to be cutting nails eventually and it’s nice having baby size brushes and combs.
Safety 1st Groom and Go Kit - Neutral
Bath Time
You don’t need all these soaps with chemicals in them. Stick to the basics. This Castile soap can also be used as a shampoo for baby and is gentle enough for their skin. This will last you a very long time too.
Dr. Natural Castile Liquid Soap, Multipurpose Soap, Unscented Baby, 32 oz
I have used this bath tub with all 4 of my kids and I love it. You can use it from when they’re newborns all the way up to toddlers until you feel comfortable putting them in the regular bath tub.
Fisher-Price Baby to Toddler Bath 4-in-1 Sling ‘n Seat Tub with Removable Infant Support and 2 Toys, Climbing Leaves
If you want a bath tub that works just when they’re babies then this is really helpful!
Angelcare Baby Bath Support Aqua - Under 6 Months