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👶 My Baby Must-Haves: What Actually Helped Me Survive the First Year

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🍼 From sleepless nights to sweet first giggles, these are the items I used daily—and would buy again in a heartbeat. Thoughtfully chosen, mom-tested, and baby-approved.
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🛏️ Sleep Saviors (Because Sleep Is Everything)

These helped turn chaos into at least 4 hours of peaceful silence—and I call that a win.
 
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Soothing sounds + soft light = our bedtime hero. We use it every night without fail.
Hatch Rest 2nd generation - Night Light, Sound Machine, and Time-to-Rise
 
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The only swaddle my baby didn’t break out of at 3AM. Keeps arms up = magic.
Stage 1: Newborn & Swaddling
 
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It’s washable, breathable, and totally eased my new-mom anxiety.
Safe & Breathable Crib Mattress
 
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Great for supervised naps and safe chill time while I made coffee (with both hands!)
Infant Loungers

🧼 Changing Table Champions

Because diaper duty happens a lot, these things saved time, clothes, and sanity.
 
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Doesn’t stink, doesn’t break, and looks way nicer than a plastic bin.
stainless steel diaper pail
 
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Gentle on baby bums, and my go-to for wiping everything from faces to toys.
WaterWipes Plastic-Free Baby Wipes 240ct
 
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No fabric cover = no laundry = hallelujah.
Healqu 100 Pack Disposable Baby Changing Pads
 
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They run cute and fit well, but don’t wait too long to go a size up. Trust me.
Honest Company Clean Conscious Diapers Size 4

🍽️ Feeding Favorites

Breastfed, bottle-fed, or both—here’s what kept us full, comfy, and (mostly) clean.
 
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This little thing collected so much milk while I was feeding on the other side.
haakaa Manual Silicone Breast Pump 4oz
 
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Less gas, less fuss, and no 2AM colic cries? YES.
Lansinoh Anti-Colic Baby Bottles, 6 Pack
 
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Saved my back and doubled as a baby lounger after feeding.
Momcozy Plus Size Nursing Pillow with Strap
 
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Microwave-friendly and perfect for fast sterilizing when traveling.
LATCH Munchkin Sterilizer Bags-6 Piece White/Blue

🚼 Baby Gear I Actually Used Daily

Not all gear is worth the hype—but these were total MVPs.
 
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Lightweight, stylish, and baby-approved for both bouncing and chill time.
Monamii Baby Swing Bluetooth Speaker 5 Speeds
 
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Saved my arms and let me get anything done while holding baby close.
Ergobaby Omni Classic Baby Carrier Pearl Grey
 
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Slept in this next to our bed for the first 5 months. So handy!
Playards & Bassinets
 
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Entertained baby for months and helped with tummy time without tears.
Fisher-Price Glow & Grow Kick & Play Gym

🛁 Bath Time Basics

Gentle, quick, and safe—because slippery babies are no joke.
 
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No more juggling! This lets baby recline safely and keeps my hands free.
Angelcare Baby Bath Support Aqua, <6 Months
 
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Cleared up dry patches and baby acne fast. Total miracle balm.
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment, 85g, Fragrance Free
 
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The best baby nail clippers. And yes, the nose sucker works wonders.
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Nose, Nail & Ear Tool
 
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So soft and snuggly, I kind of want one in adult size.
Organic Cotton Muslin Baby Hooded Towels 2pk