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Tiny human, big essentials
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items Forget the endless baby registry lists — here are the things you’ll actually use. Simple, practical, and totally parent-approved by a mom of 4
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The real deal starter pack
The real deal starter pack
Skip the overwhelm and endless shopping lists — this is the newborn essentials list built from real experience. No gimmicks, no clutter, just the things you’ll actually use
You don’t need a fancy wifi monitor. This one is basic but amazing! I love how simple and easy it is to use. Also the video quality is so good! I’ve tried lots of monitors but this one and this brand is my fav.
HelloBaby No WiFi Baby Monitor 5" Screen 30H Battery
I wish I knew about these sooner. I didn’t use these until I was near the end of my breastfeeding journey with my third. They are so comfy and the only nursing bra I can sleep in!
Medela Bra
If you are breastfeeding you need these bras. They hold up so well and wash well. I love how it has a little clasp that is easy to undo and so up one handed
HOFISH Maternity Nursing & Maternity Bras
I love that this has a bassinet attached. We didn’t use the bassinet for long but having the attachment to keep the mattress up higher is a game changer. And you want a pack n play anyways for traveling.
Pack 'n Play Playards & Playpens
Just go ahead and get this. It’s a life saver! It helps so much in the middle of the night with the late night feedings! It’s also nice to help your other kids hold their new sibling.
Boppy Pillow
Hands down my all time favorite swaddle. It’s a little pricey but it works amazing and you don’t have to buy a bunch of different sizes. I wish she had these with my first!
B.E.S.T. Swaddle
What makes these swaddles amazing is the silent closure. They have seemed to to the job!
ZIGJOY Sleep Sack Swaddle 1.0 Tog Cotton
If you have never used a sound machine you are missing out. This one is my favorite. It seems to keep a charge for a long time. It also has lots of sound options so you get to pick what one suits you best
Dreamegg Portable Travel White Noise Machine
I have tried the wraps and slings and did not love them. I could never get them just right. This carrier is soft like a wrap and not bulky. But it is so easy to put on and the baby loves it. Hold your baby close
Shop Embrace Baby Carrier For Newborn
I wish I would have known about these with my first 3 kids. It has helped my 4th baby so much! They are flavorless. They are a little hard to give the baby so I always put it on a baby spoon and then give it to my baby
MaryRuth Organics Baby Probiotic Drops
This is what you need! You can fill it with your necessities like diapers, wipes, butt paste, burp rags and so on. It makes it easy to carry from room to room to have all your essentials. I typically fill mine up in the morning and bring it around wi...
Diaper Caddy
You never know when you need this so it’s best to have one on hand. I like how simple and easy to use this humidifier is. Nothing fancy but gets the job done. Just what a busy mama needs!
Humidifiers for Baby
Having a good hand sanitizer is a must! You never know when you won’t be able to use soap and water or are in a hurry. Keep those hands clean and baby healthy!
Moisturizing and Uplifting Hand Sanitizer Sprays
With all of the handwashing and hand sanitizing, you do with a new baby around your hands really dry out. So having little lotions everywhere and your diaper caddy your diaper bag and a drawer in the kitchen is a must. I love how hydrating these make...
Hempz: Travel Size Lotion
I cannot sing high enough praises for this book. I swear it’s why my now 3 month old has slept through the night for a few weeks. It teaches you so much!!
On Becoming Baby Wise: Gift of Nighttime Sleep
This is a must for moms! Newborns sometimes just get stuffy and need to get their nose sucked out! This is amazing. You don’t have to worry about it going far up the nose because you just put it on the bottom. It’s also super easy to clean!
Frida Baby NoseFrida SnotSucker Nasal Aspirator
Hands down my favorite baby soap! It smells amazing and has clean ingredients! So you know you are giving your baby the best.
Hair + Body Wash
This lotion is amazing for baby skin. In fact any baby/toddler skin. It leaves them soft and smelling amazing
Everyday Lotion | Tubby Todd Bath Co ...
This ointment is amazing. It’s thicker than the lotion and so so hydrating. I also put it on top of my baby’s head on their cradle cap. It’s helped immensely.
All Over Ointment Eczema Treatment
I have the brown diaper bag. This diaper bag is so classy and functional. It holds all i need for the baby and my other kids. It has held up so well!
miss fong Large Leather Diaper Bag Backpack
Mama needs to stay hydrated! That’s one of the best things you can do for yourself postpartum. Take care of you so you can take care of baby!
Traveler (40oz)
If you are breastfeeding or nursing this is a must. I only learned about it with my 4th… wish I would have know about it with my first! It helps your clogged ducts. Trust me, you will thank me!
Legendairy Milk Sunflower Lecithin 1200mg
My favorite car seat! The straps are easy to adjust and the base is insanely easy to put in the car. I didn’t need a super fancy car seat, just one that was easy to use and kept my baby safe. This has been my favorite infant car seat/
Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat & Base
I tried to get on board the reusable nursing pads train but couldn’t! I love these. They keep me dry and I’m not adding to my mountains of laundry.
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads
This stuff is amazing! We use it for diaper rashes and when the baby scratches themselves. In fact the whole family loves it and uses it.
Active Skin Repair First Aid Healing Hydrogel
These have been the best pacifiers. The only ones all of my babies would take. They have lots of sizes and designs that are adorable.
Mam Pacifiers
If you are breastfeeding these are a must! They are so helpful the first little bit when you start nursing. So cooling and soothing on your sore nipples
Medela Hydrogel Pads for Sore Nipples
Why do baby socks never stay on? That’s where sock ons come into the story. They go over baby’s socks and they help keep the socks on!
Sock Ons
I like to make sure I have a bottle just in case. These are our favorite. The only ones my babies would take!
Mam Bottles
Make sure you store that collected breastmilk! You never know when the baby will need a bottle or you will need some breastmilk for healing properties
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 100 count : Baby
Hands down you need this. If you are actually pumping a little. It of milk or just trying to collect while you nurse this is a must. Don’t let that liquid gold go to waist!
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