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surviving the newborn trenches 101
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items the newborn trenches are REAL, this is what helped us survive, hopefully it can help you too🥹
YES. YES. YES. we call these bubblegum drops lol but newborns are GASSY and any relief you can give them will help SO much. we had such terrible gas and reflux issues and so these were a staple in our house if we ever wanted any rest
Mylicon products at Target
two way zippered footie pajamas are a MUST. HAVE. we personally like kyte baby but any brand will work, it makes overnight diaper changes SO much smoother
Shop Zippered Footies | Infant Footies
personally this was a staple for us for diaper changes, our daughter did and still does HATE cold wipes and so this touch free warmer made diaper changes a lot easier and enjoyable for everyone
Munchkin Touch Free Baby Wipe Warmer with Nightlight
10000/10 a must have, so many options and honestly even I find it soothing to sleep with
Hatch : Soothers & Sound Machines - Baby
this was GAME changing for overnight, so much storage, a waterproof wipable changing pad, and on wheels. made nighttime changes SOOOO much easier and quicker
BabyBond Portable Baby Changing Table Height Adjustable Waterproof ...
these were in every square inch of our house during the newborn days, these ones were def my favorite! easy to clean, super absorbent, and don’t hold onto odor, i also LOVE that they are larger than average
Gerber : Bibs & Burp Cloths
these soothies were the ONLY paci my daughter would take and now she loves that she can plop them onto her finger to hold them lol
Philips Avent Pacifiers | Ultra Air & Soothie Heart for 0-6 Months
these are still in use today for us, waterproof and SO easy to clean and easy to fold up and take on the go
BlueSnail Quilted Waterproof Changing Pad Liners, 3 Count
love love LOVED high contrast cards, my daughter loved to look at them and smile and giggle as time went on, the perfect toy for newborns!
High Contrast Cards for Babies & Adults | Books, Flashcards & Storage
pricey BUT extremely worth it in my opinion, the quality is amazing and this was my girls favorite place to be set down and chill while mama got stuff done
Baby Bouncers that gently rock your child | BabyBjörn
honestly another pricier item but beyond worth it, acts as a swaddle and transitions into a sleep sack when baby is ready! amazing quality and a two in one product
Sleep Bag Swaddlers
i literally owe this thing child support. the BEST investment and we still use it at almost 11 months old, catchy songs flashy lights engaging toys a mirror it’s the whole package
Fisher-Price Deluxe Kick & Play Piano Gym