Not a necessity, but absolutely consider these items
0-12M items
Car Seats, Strollers, Travel Systems
I have tried everything from Graco to Nuna. Here are my recs for each, depending on what your needs are!
this is by far the most convenient car seat! installs into any car using the anchors, so no more worrying about a base!
PIPA urbn infant car seat
the “forever” seat, install this car seat ONCE and that's it. it'll last your kiddo from birth to 120lbs!
CYBEX Callisto G 360 | Official Online Shop
affordable 360 rotating car seat
Evenflo Revolve Rotating Car Seats
excellent affordable infant car seat option
Graco Premier Infant Car Seats
another “forever” car seat but with a lower weight limit max
Nuna RAVA™ Convertible Car Seat | Easy Install & FR-Free
affordable “forever” seat
4Ever® DLX 4-in-1 Car Seat
a really great affordable travel system
Modes™ Nest Travel System
great as a single stroller, not so much a double
Vista V2 | UPPAbaby - AE
GT2 single or double stroller – disney approved, great for travel, super compact fold!
city mini® GT2 stroller
another great double option. side-by-side is definitely the way to go versus tandem, especially when the kids get older.
Doubles - Zoe
great stroller wagon option
BabyTrend Stroller Wagons
my number 1 recommended stroller wagon, easy to clean, there are two versions (two or four seater), and kids seem to love it
VEER All-Terrain Cruiser
Baby Wearing
the comfiest baby carrier!!!
MABĒ - Luxury Baby Carriers
such an amazing product! can be extremely helpful for breastfeeding on the go
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years
super comfortable and affordable baby carrier
The Boppy Company: Baby Carriers
Breastfeeding
I would choose a manual over any electric pump, any day, hands down
Best Manual Breast Pumps
best lil manual pump
haakaa Manual Breast Pump 4oz/100ml
code (mmmgud25) for an extra 25% off
S12 Pro Wearable Breast Pump - High Efficiency
glass > plastic bottles, easier to clean
Philips Avent Glass Bottles - Sizes & Features
not a must-have but definitely chose this option over other breastfeeding pillows
snuggle me Organic Nursing Pillow 2025
comfiest bras, super convenient
Maternity Nursing Maternity Bras
the ultimate savior for sore nipples!!
SILVERETTE The Original Silver Nursing Cups ...
doubles as a great lip moisturizer as well
Lanolin
drink one a day & your supply will thank you! favorite flavors – dragon berry, peach mango, blueberry pomegranate, & kiwi watermelon
Body Armor Lyte
Accessories
favorite diaper bag. not too big, not too small. cute & chic!
Ayla Mini Bag
Not a necessity, but absolutely consider these items
for convenience
great for night time when you can't see your babies in the rear view mirror
Baby Car Camera
great for labor, hot summer days in the stroller and car for extra circulation
Baby Stroller Cooling Fans
my favorite baby swing
Cassia Swing
excellent bassinet
Bassinet & Bedside Sleeper
clips right to stroller, diaper bag, etc. and has multiple sound settings
Hatch Go - Nap trapped no more
0-12M items
highly recommended items that grow with baby
the subscription for the play kits are SO worth it. my son loves the toys they send and the additional info they send with the boxes are incredibly helpful for parents!
The Play Kits by Lovevery | Montessori Toy Subscription ...
used for both my kids and many other mamas enjoy it as well. love that it grows with them into toddler stages
Multi Explore & More Baby's View 3-Stage Activity Center
purple monkey in a bubblegum tree, iykyk
Fisher-Price: Gyms & Play Mats
great for posture, preferred over other seats. doubles as a seat for on-the-go
Upseat Original Ergonomic Baby Floor & Booster Seat
