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New Mom Starter Pack!
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items As a mom of two these are my must haves for babies and toddlers. I would not have survived without them!
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Bath and body care
Diaper changing
Travel
Sleep essentials
Feeding necessities
Sickness relief
Bath and body care
This soap is great for sensitive skin and smells amazing
Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Bath Body Wash, Lavender & Vanilla, 8 fl oz
This was the most simple and cheapest option I found for bathing my babies before they could sit up in the tub unassisted.
Angelcare Baby Bathtub Support Seat, Ideal for Babies Less than 6 Months Old, Unisex, Gray, 1 Count
My kid loves using his Bluey toothbrush everyday!
Colgate Kids Battery Toothbrush, Bluey Toothbrush, 1 Pack
Has just about everything you need
Baby Grooming Kit, Newborn Essentials Health Care All in 1 Set, Baby Must Have Accessories, Blue
This gave my babies so much relief when teething
Mommy's Bliss Baby Gum Massage Organic Gel, Day and Night, 2+ Months, 1.06 oz 2 Pack
This is the best detergent to use especially if your baby has sensitive skin
Dreft Plant Based Baby Spray and Wash Laundry Stain Remover, Baby Essentials, 24 oz
This helped my baby so much when he had colic! A lifesaver. Relieves colic symptoms and prevents gas
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water Original, Relieves Stomach Discomfort, Over-the-Counter, 4 fl oz
The best bottles I have found around!
NUK Smooth Flow Pro Anti-Colic Baby Bottle, 10 oz, 3-Pack
I use this paired with their baby body wash
Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Body Lotion for Sensitive Skin with Natural Colloidal Oatmeal, Suitable for Newborns, 18 FL OZ
I always recommend to new moms because it makes nail care so much easier. If you have anxiety about using clippers on your baby this is your answer!
Baby Nail Trimmer Electric,Baby Nail Clippers, 6 in 1 Baby Nail File,Nail File Baby Grooming Kit Manicure Set for Toddler or Adults
Diaper changing
The best diapers hands down!! They’re soft and give a lot of coverage. My kids haven’t had a rash in these yet
Millie Moon Luxury Diapers, Size 3, 80 Count
Balmex Complete Protection Baby Diaper Rash Cream with Zinc Oxide & Soothing Botanicals, 4 oz
For the moms/parents who don’t want to use their finger
Frida Baby Silicone Booty Brush Applicator for Infant Diaper Rash Cream and Butt Paste, Blue
You go through wipes so fast, it’s always best to get two in one packs when it comes to wipes.
Pampers Sensitive Baby Wipes Unscented, 2 Pack, 168 Total Count (Select for More Options)
Travel
This helps if you have multiple kids and stores the necessities
SACVON All-Terrain Stroller Wagon for Toddlers with Canopy, Parent Organizer, Adjustable Handlebar, 2 Cup Holders
I seriously love this stroller! I may be biased from the parent cup holder but it’s seriously a sturdy stroller
Kolcraft Cloud Sport Lightweight Stroller for Child/Toddler, Unisex Gray
investing in a car seat that grows with your child will make your life so much easier
Baby Trend Hybrid SI 3-in-1 Combination Booster Car Seat - Desert Grey
Graco SnugRide Lite LX Infant Car Seat, Studio
I will not go without a fan in the hot summer heat, so my baby definitely won’t either. It’s super easy to clip onto their car seat or stroller
Munchkin Stroller Fan - Portable Baby Cooling System with LED Lights
This diaper bag has EVERYTHING you need and easily fits in the back of your stroller
Diaper Bag Backpack, Multifunctional Baby Diaper Bag with Changing Station, Large Capacity Travel Backpack with Insulated Milk Bottle Pocket&Foldable Crib, USB Charging Port(Pink)
I loved having this carrier with my second baby
Momcozy Baby Wrap Carrier - Black
I definitely recommend this if you have a runner like I do
sixwipe Anti Lost Wrist Link, 2 Pack Toddler Leash with Key Lock, Reflective Child Walking Harness - Dual 8.2ft Length Pink & Blue Kids Leash for Supermarket Mall Airport Amusement Park Zoo(Blue+Pink)
Sleep essentials
I was never the best at wrapping swaddles so this was a lifesaver! Made it super easy and are lightweight if you’re worried about your baby getting hot
SwaddleMe by Ingenuity Monogram Collection Swaddle Wrap, for Ages 0-3 Months - Born Free - 3pk
Zip up sleepers all the way!! I will never use button ones again no matter how cute they are. Makes diaper changes so much easier
Gerber Baby 3pk Tonal Sleep N' Play - Neutral Newborn: Cotton Knit Footed Pajamas
This is my favorite white noise machine. Easily controlled from your phone and offers a nightlight which my toddler loves
Momcozy Noise Machine for Baby Sleeping with Night Light - White
This is my favorite bassinet ever. Everything you need + storage. The side can collapse to put the bassinet against your bed if you want.
OLAKIDS Baby Bedside Sleeper with Bassinet, Diaper Changer, Mattress, Carry Bag, Music Box & Hanging Toys, Foldable Bedside Crib, Portable Playard for Newborn Toddlers
Definitely helps with nap time, just make sure it is supervised
Baby Swing for Infants, Unisex Baby Bouncer, Bluetooth Music for 0-18 months, 5 Sway Speeds, 10 Lullabies,Gray
Feeding necessities
Ingenuity Trio Foldaway 6-in-1 Baby High Chair, 6 Ways to Use, 6M-5Y - Quill
We all know that babies spit up a lot, so these are a no brainer to have on deck
Gerber Baby 5pk Burp Cloth - White
These are my favorite bibs to use, protect your baby’s clothes while eating, catch any dropped food, and they can be washed with the dishes.
Silicone Bibs - 2pk - Animals/Cresents - Cloud Island™
The most amount of utensils and plates/bowls you’ll get for a low price. Helps toddlers to learn to eat on their own
Your Zone 24-Piece Plastic Square Dinnerware Set for Kids with 4 Trays, Bowls, Plates, Cups, Forks, Spoons in Cream, Orange, Green, Blue - Walmart.com
Sickness relief
Having this thermometer made it easier to get my kids’ temperatures, they would hate having it put under their tongue or armpit
LPOW Infrared Digital Forehead Thermometer, 1s Reading, 3 Colors Backlight, 50 Memories Recall, All Ages
This helps to loosen any hardened boogies stuck in their nose so that it doesn’t cause any pain or discomfort when removing them
Little Remedies Saline Spray and Drops, Safe for Newborns, Gently Wash Away Mucus from Cold, 1 fl oz
Has made nights with a sick baby so much smoother. Helps to clear out their nose faster
Navage Baby Nasal Aspirator - Gentle Nasal Aspirator for Baby Congestion & Stuffy Noses - Baby Nose Sucker w/ Lights, Lullabies & BPA Free Silicone Tips
I use this during the night when my kids are sick and it offers them so much relief
Vicks 3-in-1 Sleepy 0.6 gal Time Humidifier with Nightlight, VUL500
I LOVE Zarbees
Zarbee's Baby Agave Cough Syrup + Immune Support, Grape, 2 fl. oz
Vicks BabyRub, Non-Medicated Baby Chest Rub Ointment with Soothing Eucalyptus, Lavender 1.76 oz
This gave my kid so much relief without the added choking hazard
Lolleez Organic Throat Soothing Pops for Kids, Variety Pack, 10 Count
Potty training
We used this to potty train my oldest, it made it easier for him with the toilet being his size. He loved he could “flush” when done. It was just annoying to empty it out but this definitely helped him get the hang of potty training!
Summer by Ingenuity My Size Potty Chair and Training Toilet for Toddlers, White
This helps give your toddler a bit more sense of stability and independence in potty training
Hopscotch Lane Frog Character Step up Potty - Toddler Toilet Seat with Ladder, Children 12+ Months
Helps to give a bit of an incentive for potty training, kids LOVE rewards and getting stickers
Meilimei-Potty Training Sticker Chart for Toddlers Dinosaurs Potty Chart with Stickers, 4 Sticker Sheet 1 0 Chart 20 Glue Point, Potty Sticker Chart for Toddlers
Breastfeeding
This will come in handy whether you are breastfeeding or formula feeding!
Momcozy Portable Milk Warmer for Travel – Dual Heating Modes for Breast Milk & Water, Portable Bottle Warmer, 17 Ounces
In my opinion these are the best storage bags for breastmilk
Medela Recyclable Breast Milk Storage Bags - 100ct
Seriously a lifesaver 😩 these are worth having if your baby has trouble latching without, or if you have sensitive nipples
Lansinoh Contact Nipple Shields for Nursing Newborn, 2 Ct 20mm
This gave me so much relief when my nipples would get sore and cracked
Popped Lanolin-Free Organic Nipple Balm for Breastfeeding, 2 fl oz
The cheapest option around currently, and it is so nice to be able to pump hands free— TRUST
Horigen D6 Milk White Electric Hands Free Breast Pump Wearable Lower Noise Breastfeeding Strong Suction 180ml/6oz
These are good to have for when you are leaky, just make sure you change them frequently to prevent thrush!
Parent’s Choice Premium Nursing Pads, 42 Count
Boobie Superfood Breastfeeding Bars Supporting a Healthy Milk Supply, Variety Pack, (1.7 Ounce Bar, 6 Count)