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These are my most used items in baby girls first year. A couple of them are definitely controversial but each and every one of them made my life easier in one way or another.
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Sections
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Sleep
Diapering
Carrying
Playing
Traveling
Bath
Sleep
Would have not survived PPA without this. We got ours in mint.
Dream Sock® – Owlet US
Having a monitor on my phone has been very useful.
Owlet Dream Sight™ – Smart 2K HD Video Baby Monitor
This has been a lifesaver through the night. Loud enough to drown out noises but not too loud
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Air Purifier
So many sounds to choose from and super easy to pack.
Hatch Go Portable USB Sound Machine for Babies and Kids' - Putty
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She slept better in this than she ever did in her swaddle
Mesh was a must with her bassinet. This made it easy to see her at night any time I needed.
Maxi-Cosi Iora Bedside Bassinet - Classic Green | Babylist Shop
Great monitor for travel
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HelloBaby No WiFi Baby Monitor 5" Screen
Diapering
Having a changing pad that wipes down is a life saver. We got ours in beige and the mobile helps distract baby and makes changes easier.
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Skip Hop Baby Changing Pad Nursery Style
This may be controversial but I am so glad we got the diaper pail.
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Diaper Genie Platinum Pail Sage Green Stainless Steel
Obsessed with these diapers. Barely any blow outs and diaper rash. Plus mostly toxic free and very affordable.
Millie Moon products at Target
These wipes are non toxic and affordable.
Millie Moon Sensitive Wipes Jumbo Box - 648ct
Carrying
I started with a different carrier that was hurting my back and this was a game changer. I have the same pattern but in orange as the first picture.
Aerial Buckle Baby Carrier
This is amazing to have especially in the summer when it's hot. I have used it everyday since she was 4 months old. Got it in black and gold.
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years
Playing
This subscription is a game changer. I don't need to think about what toys are best for development cause this subscription does that for me.
Lovevery
This is technically for 9+ months but I got it a bit before then. Baby is obsessed with these. I almost can't get her out of the bath.
Best Bath Toys for Toddlers | The Bath Set
Great for development, tummy time and more.
The Play Gym | Baby Activity & Tummy Time Mat
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This has been great to keep her entertained when I need to do something and it's so nice that it will grow with her.
Skip Hop Baby Activity Center 3-Stage Play
Traveling
Skipped the infant car seat and went straight to this. No regrets.
REVOLVE360 EXTEND CAR SEATS
Great jogging stroller for when you don't have time to make it to the gym
All-terrain and jogging strollers
Great for a place to put baby down as needed also brought as crib replacement when traveling.
Maxi-Cosi Swift Play Yard - Classic Green | Babylist Shop
Loved having the bassinet feature when she was so small. Walks were a daily thing for me and this was great.