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Things I've Learned are Worth Getting for Baby #3
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items This is baby #3. I've learned a few things we absolutely need and plenty we don't. My priorities are convertible for long term use as they grow and eco-friendly for minimal impact on the environment. If you're new to this or don't want to do the rese...
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Travel System
Feeding System
Sleep System
Travel System
Black or earth tones are best for helping soothe baby to sleep and easiest to clean. This basinet snaps onto the travel system for smooth strolling without waking them up 0-3months and has a stand that's safe for overnight sleep during that time too.
UPPAbaby Bassinet V3 for Vista, Cruz, Ridge
Dark, neutral, and earth tones address best for sleep and you definitely want a washable mattress cover for easy clean up after poopsplosions.
Mattress Cover for Bassinet (2018-later) - Light-grey
I love things that concert to long term used. You only need the bassinet stand for 3-4 months, until they start moving around, but then it turns into a multi-section hamper! (Hamper bags sold separately) As a bassinet stand, it's approved for overnig...
New Bassinet Stand - Grey
Converts bassinet stand to a multi sectional hamper when baby outgrows the bassinet.
Hamper Insert for Bassinet Stand
Holds up to 55lbs. That's the big sister 6 year old for ease of transitioning to not bring the baby anymore and giving her the feeling of helping out.
UPPAbaby Piggyback Ride-Along Board for Ridge Stroller/Quick ...
I know, it's ridiculous that it's sold separately, but as a 3rd time mom, I know it to be absolutely necessary; although it can wait until they are self feeding.
Snack Tray for Ridge
Can hold them rear facing for up to a year with an easy transfer from car to stroller system.
Mesa V2 - Jake - Charcoal - Jake
Great for when they want to be a lot of up and down that could be too inconvenient for a traditional baby wear. It's the functional fanny pack!
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years
Can start using when they can sit up on their own, made for one handed control on rugged streets or trails. Comes with rain and bug shields and can hold them up to 55lbs. For context, my 6 year old is 50lbs.
Ridge® - Gwen
Feeding System
I love something convertible! These plastic-free (read as: toxic-free) bottles convert to sippy cups and snack containers for toddlers!
Baby Bundles
I had the original haakaa for let down collection with my last one. I love that this has the valve for optional suction or passive let down collection. Use as a pump would not be as comfortable or efficient as an electric pump, but it's much more aff...
Haakaa Shell Wearable Silicone Breast Pump
Our insurance covers it, so we're going for top of the line. Allegedly you can do a cartwheel in these, tho I don't know why you would want to and I definitely don't consider them discreet.
Wearable Breast Pump | All-in-One
I don't think the exact one I had is available anymore, but the I had the pump in style with my last kid and it worked just fine and even better once I got a hands free pumping bra.
Pump In Style® Pro Double Electric Breast Pump for WIC | Medela
Convertible top snack bags when they're done breast feeding! Safe for the freezer, hot water to heat, and the dishwasher to sterilize!
Junobie Bundled 9-Pack Starter Kit: Infant/Toddler Milk and Snack Storage Bags
Classic.
Lanolin Nipple Cream for Breastfeeding Moms
Under 50 cents per diaper and 90% biodegradable. When paired with elimination communication (infant potty opportunities), can significantly decrease our carbon footprint and the cost of these early years.
Ecoriginals
Sleep System
Once they're out the bassinet, we go for a floor bed in our room for the first year. The toddler size is more than enough space for them to roll and explore without taking over our room.
Premium Foam Crib and Toddler Mattress
Patterns to entertain when they wake, but nothing too distracting that they can't fall asleep.
Graco : Crib Sheets