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Newborn trenches must haves
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items So many people post what you need when most of it is truly unnecessary, so after buying things I’ve finally found what I would buy again!
Many people think this is unnecessary BUT my daughter hates getting her diaper changed to this day, and a cold wipe has always made it worse! This helped so much for my newborn
Warm Glow Diaper Wipe Warmer - Munchkin
This was such a huge help those first few months!! I tried many times to get my daughter to lay in a bassinet in the beginning but all she really wanted was something cozy that snuggled her. I was also able to have this near me at all times which I l...
Infant Loungers
This is another thing that I didn’t think was really necessary at first BUT I ended up using it so much. Middle of the night feedings are saved by a warm bottle and I stand by that! It can take extra time, but when you don’t have fresh milk on hand t...
Momcozy MW01 Bottle Warmer
Colic is one of the biggest things I was worried about so I made sure I had bottles to help! I love all dr browns products and these bottles are no exception. They can also have the green pieces taken out as they’re older and used that way also. Glas...
Dr. Brown's 4oz Anti-Colic Options+ Narrow Baby Bottle with Level 1 Slow Flow Nipple & HappyPaci Pacifier - 0m+
I love this soap and brand when it comes to getting bottles and bottle parts clean. For an anxious mom having a special soap that’s safe for your baby is my priority! It also helps a lot with milk buildup
Dapple Bottle & Dish Soap - Fragrance Free - 16.9 fl oz
In the beginning it can feel like sleep is one of the hardest things for your baby and so creating a routine was so helpful for us. A noise machine and red light was so beneficial!! I love this sound machine and the multi use it gave us
Hatch Rest 2nd Gen All-in-one Sleep Machine, Nightlight & Sound Machine
An added part of a good sleep space for our daughter were blackout curtains!! We also still use these to this day!! Creating a dark space that allows your child to fall asleep was so important and helpful for our routine
50"x84" Blackout Velvet Curtain Panel - Green, Solid, Lined, Machine Washable - Threshold™
YES!! Baby wearing single handedly got me through the newborn trenches. It was the most special and sweet thing that we did everyday multiple times a day. She loved being close to me and it really helped regulate her. If you have a baby that is very ...
Moby Classic Wrap Baby Carrier - Sand Dollar
For newborns gas can just be the end of the world and when I tell you…this saved us!! Almost immediate relief and the way her mood switched was a blessing. Love this product!!
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water Night Time for Colic, Gas or Stomach Discomfort - 4 fl oz
After about 3 weeks of breastfeeding we finally introduced these pacifiers & loved them. They mimic the nipple which is so important if you have a nursing baby. Such a great introduction to soothing
Philips Avent Soothie - 0-3m - Green - 2pk