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Baby registry items you ACTUALLY need
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items Forget the swaddles, swings and diaper cream spatulas, here are the things you ACTUALLY need on your baby registry.
An absolute GOAT to block out other noise so your child can have a peaceful, uninterrupted sleep.
Dreamegg Classic D1 Baby Sound Machine
Every Mom I know SWEARS by this for all the skin things - cradle cap, eczema, even baby acne
All Over Ointment 1% Colloidal Oatmeal | Tubby Todd
Managing those baby claws is SO much easier with this thing
LANNEY Electric Baby Nail File Trimmer for Infant Toddler Kids or Women, Light Pink - Walmart.com
Gross but an absolute lifesaver for the inevitable stuffy noses! I love this one over the Nose Freida because it has a smaller attachment for tiny newborn noses.
Safety 1st BoogEase Nasal Aspirator, Grey, Infant
WORTH EVERY PENNY for your back, your sanity and your kid's sanity lol
Evenflo Revolve360 Slim 2-in-1 Rotating Car Seat, Cambridge, Black/Gray - Walmart.com
There will come a point when your face muscles are tired from all the shushing you'll be doing and this will SAVE YOU. A short-term need (~ 6 months) but a lifesaver.
Baby Shusher Portable Sound Machine, Soother for Sleeping, Newborn Essentials Gift, Great for Travel
Used this as a teether and it was the GOAT. Most teethers are too big / oddly shaped to get their little mouths around and the “nub” on this made all the difference.
Nuby NanaNubs Banana Massaging Toothbrush for Baby - Walmart.com
Even with daily use it only needs charged once a month. So many sound options + a timer, it's a really solid machine and a great mobile alternative to the classic dream egg.
Dreamegg Lite D11 Max White Noise Machine
Spoiler - you will be birthing a koala lol Save your hands, your arms and your back with a carrier!
Infantino Flip 4-in-1 Convertible Baby Carrier, 4-Position, for Newborns and Toddlers 8-32lb, Black - Walmart.com
Instead of having 5 different diapering stations that always end up empty, just carry this around with you and thank me later!
Byseng Large Portable Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer with Removable Dividers - Green - Walmart.com
Not really a “need”, but it does help keep the smell down if you otherwise don't like changing your garbage every day.
Diaper Genie Classic Pail,White,1 Diaper Pail,1 Square Refill - 165 Ct
A little light like this is perfect for night time feeds/changes. Bright enough so you can see, but not bright enough that it blinds you / wakes others / disrupts your circadian rhythm any further.
Night Light for Kids, Egg Light for Nursery with 7 RGB Colors Changeable & Stepless Dimming, Rechargeable Breastfeeding Lamp with Touch Control, Portable Night Lights for Babies BPA Free
I don't know how our parents only did audio monitors, I need to see baby at all times! Especially love a non-wifi one like this.
BOIFUN Baby Monitor with Camera and Audio, No WiFi, VOX Mode, Night Vision, 3.2'' HD Screen, Two-Way Audio, Baby Camera
I personally prefer wireless baby cameras for safety reasons, but I used this during a babysitting gig for a few months and can't deny it was very cool and handy
Nanit Pro Camera
Unscented dish soap is a must for bottles / soothers / breast pump parts
ATTITUDE Dishwashing Liquid, Unscented, 23.7 fl oz (700 ml)
The days are long but the years are short Mama, document alllll the early year things <3
Pearhead Chevron Baby Book and Clean Touch Ink Pad, Gray - Walmart.com
An actually realistic pacifier, the GOAT from my experience
Ninni Co. | Pacifier like breast | Bringing Moms Relief
An absolute investment, but worth every penny for all the sitting/rocking you'll be doing. The recliner function is a must for nap traps!
Phoenix Swivel Glider Recliner
We tried so many different cabinet locks and these were one of our favorites - easy to use and actually work!
Cabinet Slide Lock (2pk)
These cabinet locks were also great
Spring-Loaded Cabinet & Drawer Latch (3pk)
Keep little fingers out of danger with these plug covers - a must for all new little movers!
Plug Protectors - 24 Pack
For gassy little tummies
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water Original, Relieves Stomach Discomfort, Over-the-Counter, 4 fl oz
This will be your saving grace through the teething years!
Boiron Camilia Teething Drops for Daytime and Nighttime Relief of Painful or Swollen Gums and Irritability in Babies, 30 Single Liquid Doses