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Baby Must-Haves as a First Time Momma
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items This is a list of items that I have found to be useful, affordable, and simply what has worked best for my little one and family.
This has been our #1 pick for monitors. The camera adjusts up and down, left to right, and zooms in and out. It has a wide range so you’re able to see more on the monitor, plus the monitor holds a charge well!
HelloBaby No WiFi Baby Monitor 5" Screen
This system is incredibly convenient. We have this set up in our living/dining room for changing diapers and taking naps, and take the bassinet insert with us when we travel for our little one to sleep in.
Pack 'n Play® Quick Connect™ Portable Bassinet Playard
I am so glad we invested in this stroller! The various stroller attachments makes this the perfect choice as baby grows. One potential downside: it can be difficult to attach the car seat as it can get stuck or be difficult to align. However, it’s us...
Evenflo PIVOT MODULAR TRAVEL SYSTEM
This is arguably my #1 purchase. I run this roughly 3-5 times a day on the dry setting, and about every 2-3 weeks on the sterilizing and heat dry setting. Though it doesn’t wash, it dries and sterilizes my bottles, pump parts, and pacifiers so well!
Dr. Brown's™ Bottle Sterilizer and Dryer
Our little one LOVED these swaddles. The fabric is so soft, stretchy, and breathable, plus they’re organic and safe for his sensitive skin.
KeaBabies Organic Baby Swaddle
This has been a fantastic addition to our son’s nursery. It has so many different sound options and light settings, it can be hard to choose from! The ability to adjust and choose options from the app on my phone is so convenient!
Hatch Rest Baby Sound Machine & Night Light 2nd Gen
I know you’ll hear from a million and one people about how great this is, but get ready to hear it again! My kiddo LOVES this toy! We are currently only using it for tummy time and adjust the settings regularly to mix things up!
Baby Einstein Sea Dreams Soother Musical Crib Toy
This is simply one of my favorite brands for my infant! The piano has 3 different settings depending on the age/ability of your kiddo as they grow! Unfortunately the mat is not easy to wash, but overall we love this!
Baby Einstein 4-in-1 Kickin' Tunes Play Gym
We only ever tried these bottles with my little one and they worked well, so I’m a bit biased. We have the plastic bottles and number 2 flow nipples.
Baby Bottles & Bottle Nipples | Philips Avent
Another one of my little one’s favorites! The theme of the play mat matches the theme of his nursery and it’s just perfect! Easy to hook the arches and mat is machine washable.
Blissful Diary Baby Play Gym & Activity Mat
I seriously ordered 2 dozen and trust me, I use them all. I have these all over our house: diaper bag, nursery, bedroom, and living room.
Burp Cloths
Save your knees and elbows and just invest in this. The pockets are also incredibly convenient for holding our son’s hair/body wash, bath thermometer, and a few toys!
Bath Kneeler
If you live in a tundra state like we do, I highly suggest getting this zip-up! My little one LOVES it: he gets so snuggly and warm that he regularly falls asleep in it!
Baby Sherpa Long-Sleeve Hooded Zip-Up Jacket - Ivory