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Newborn + Infant care products recommendation by Nurse Practitioner & mom of 2! : safe sleep, sickdays, feeding, you name it!
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items As a nurse practitioner, SAFETY is always the first on the list when it comes to recommendations for children. Keeping that in mind, these are my products recommendations for newborn and infants !
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Sleep
Toys 0-6 months
Food
Baby carrier & strollers
Sleep
I know, the price isnt pretty. But you will not need to invest in night nannies and YOU will look prettier with more sleep. They have renting options ! It saved my life with both my kids. It puts them to sleep and keeps them asleep
SNOO Smart Sleeper Bassinet - Happiest Baby
This is one of the best swaddles ! Soft, breathable, keeps them asleep. My baby really preferred this over the other ones which are definitely a little cheaper but it really worked wonders
Ollie Swaddle - Breathable Baby Sleep Swaddle
Two way zipper, 3 ways to swaddle, super soft! It does the job well:)
DREAMLAND BABY Bamboo Viscose Swaddle Sack
Im not going to lie, snoo works better. BUT my second one actually used this and it kept her asleep for 4-6 hours as a newborn! Thats a win!
4moms MamaRoo Sleep Bassinet - 5 Motions
My first one LOVED this swing as an infant. He sat on it everyday and it had movements and music he loved. Remember- they should NOT be sleeping in this for prolonged time Absolutely recommend for first moms
4moms MamaRoo Baby Swing, Bluetooth, Grey
Toys 0-6 months
If mamaroo swing is too expensive, this works as well! My second one loved this one!
Graco Soothe My Way Baby Swing & Rocker
They dont need a lot of toys! Some sounds and contrasts is all they need. These rattle socks and wrist straps works well :)
Baby Rattles 0-6 Months!
My baby loved this when he was going to little baby music classes! Introduce your little one to different sounds
Musical Instruments Set Wooden Montessori Toys
For first 3 months of life, babies have very limited vision ! High contrast cards/books will keep them entertained and focused as thats what they can actually see:) use these to develop their neuro & mind as well as to keep them focused. Once the...
beiens High Contrast Baby Flashcards, 80 Pcs
Another high contrast toy for 0-3 month olds. For moms that dont want to deal with bunch of cards and cleaning it up.
Infinno High Contrast Crinkle Cloth Book
This is basically like lovevery toys but cheaper! Worth exploring if you dont wanna always be looking for age appropriate toys. They do it for you!
OOOK Montessori 7-in-1 Baby Toys 0-6 Months
Babies LOVE pulling out tissues for some reason. This helps them develop the motor skills but also keep them entertained AND its cheaper than the real tissue box :)
Aiduy Baby Tissue Box Toys for 6-12 Months
Is your baby hating tummy time? They all do! But its so important to have LOTS of floor time for their spine & neck development. This toy will keep them distracted with movement, loud music, AND light. Trust me. I have a 4 months old with tortico...
Crawling Crab Baby Toy - Tummy Time Toy
Stick them on the floor, window, wall- let it keep your baby busy
ALASOU 3PCS Suction Cup Spinner Toys for Kids
Food
For first solid food where all you need is a simple blender and food storage, this works really well. It is easy to clean, easy to store food and no nonsense- price is right too.
NutriBullet Baby Food-Making System, 32-Oz
Once they graduate from simple blended food & you’re starting to steam and make food for them, this works really well! If you would just want to buy one, get this over a simple blender - you will need it eventually
EVLA'S Baby Food Maker & Processor, White
As baby’s FIRST solid food, baby oatmeal mixed with breast milk or formula works the best. This is an organic oatmeal which will also be great for their gut health !
Gerber Organic Baby Cereal Oatmeal, 8oz, 6pk
Another great 1st solid food for baby is a rice cereal. We sometimes use it in NICU for babies in their bottles (very small amount). Its easy to digest, keeps them full and helps them transition into solids slowly.
Gerber Baby Cereal Rice 8oz (Pack of 6)
If you are gonna buy ONE THING, buy this. You dont want to be in a situation where your baby is chocking and you cant get the food out. On top of training yourself with CPR, This is good to have on hand.
Mumany Choking Rescue Device - Portable Kit
Baby carrier & strollers
Forget allll the buckles and wraps that you need to figure out. This THE easiest, simplest, lightest and the breeziest carrier you will find.
Baby Carrier Flex SoftBreeze - Adjustable Sling