Having two newborns and under two years, I got a lot of experience on what works and what doesn't. These are the items I've been wholeheartedly recommending to my friends ever since.
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Diapering
Feeding
Care
Sleeping
Gifts
Bathing
Diapering
SO easy to use and mess free!
Boogie Wipes Diaper Rash Spray - 1.7 fl oz
This really does make taking wipes out way easier than using the pack itself
OXO Tot Perfect Pull Wipes Dispenser - Gray
The only answer when baby actively has a rash - the spray is great for preventative measures, but this will get rid of an existing rash faster than anything else we ever tried
Desitin Maximum Strength Baby Diaper Rash Cream with Zinc Oxide - 16oz
Easy to clean is the name of the game with these!
Keekaroo Peanut Changer Baby Vanilla - Original USA
According to my purchase history we’ve gone through 800 of these, and I’m honestly surprised it’s not more. These will be essential, but most don’t know to ask for it!
We’re still using the same ones we were gifted at our baby shower well in to preschool
Wet Bags - Bumkins
Feeding
Easy to clean in the dishwasher, these have minimal parts and lasted us through two babies - we were even able to pass on when we were done!
Comotomo Baby Bottle Gift Set - Green - 10ct
The shape and absorbency of these makes them far and away better than any other burp cloth. We got rid of all other styles after finding these.
Little Unicorn Cotton Muslin Burp Cloth - 2pk - Woof
Care
Frida Baby makes innovative solutions to everyday parenting problems and this is no exception - simple to use and simple to clean
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Picker
Most baby gear is bulky and cumbersome. This is refreshingly streamlined and easy to take with you places. My top-recommended piece of gear.
BabyBjorn Bouncer Tri-Fabric with Toy Bar - Beige
Sleeping
No frills, easy to set up and affordable - ours is still going strong after four years of use.
Dream on Me Nest Portable Play Yard In Black
This swaddle was absolutely our saving grace, and I feel like most people don’t know about it so I always gift one. There’s no Velcro to stick on stuff in the wash, super easy to fold, and you can often get certain patterns on sale
Miracle Blanket Swaddle Wrap - Heather Gray
Gifts
Any amount will do. Anyyyyy amount.
DoorDash Gift Cards
These are a lifesaver for all the items and clothes that you need to bring to daycare when your baby is young. A gift card here would be perfect. The initial batch we got for my oldest lasted for about three years.
Mabel's Labels E-Gift Card (US)
We’re still using the same ones we were gifted at our baby shower well in to preschool
Wet Bags - Bumkins
Bathing
I stand ten toes down for this towel. Suitable for a little one, but it still works for my four year old girl - unlike the other hooded towels, that are long gone. Quality is great after four years as well!
