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First time Mama's must haves !
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items I was extremely overwhelmed while trying to decide what all I needed as a first time mom! Now that my daughter is almost a year, this is my list of things I would 100% buy again or buy for friends and family who are expecting!
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diaper changes
sleep time
things to always have on hand
bath time / grooming products
teething time
toys
diaper changes
These are my MUST HAVES for every diaper change!
LIFE SAVER for applying diaper rash creams with NO mess and easy to clean!
Baby Bum Brush Diaper Cream Brush - Blue Full Size
I use a little bit of this balm every diaper change for my daughter! She is almost 11 months and has only had a diaper rash less than a handful of times, and I credit a lot of that to this balm!
Bag Balm Vermont's Original Skin Moisturizer ...
I was lucky to not have to deal with diaper rashes often! However the handful of times we did, the combination of Desitin and bag balm was heaven sent! I highly recommend every Momma have this on hand!
Desitin Maximum Strength Baby Diaper Rash Cream with Zinc Oxide - 4oz
I didn't believe the hype on diaper pails, but believe me, you will want one! This one is great! And it doesn't require any specific bags, you can use your regular trash bags! I am so glad we bought this! Having plastic bags on hand and constantly wr...
(Target) Ubbi Steel Diaper Pail - White
sleep time
I was able to develop a routine for my daughter that I believe has helped her sleep on average 10/12 hours a night! These are some of the things I use for nap time/night time!
I absolutely love this monitor! Not only is the noise reduction feature amazing, the full range movement, night vision, ability to talk through the camera and the distance I can go and still get great reception is perfect! The added fact that this do...
Infant Optics Digital Video Monitor DXR-8 Pro
This is the best sound machine! You are able to use it with or without the app, take it anywhere you go, and you can use it throughout different stages! Whether you are putting baby to sleep, or have a toddler who needs not only sound but a nightligh...
Hatch Rest 2nd Gen All-in-one Sleep Machine, Nightlight & Sound Machine
We absolutely loved these swaddle blankets! They are the perfect weight, soft, and easy to wrap! We used these every night from newborn to roughly 2/3months! I 100% would buy again!
Copper Pearl Knit Swaddle Blanket - Camel
Having a bedtime routine has worked great for us. Once my daughter started showing interest in books, we decided to add one to the bedtime routine! This goodnight moon book is one we choose and she loves it!
Goodnight Moon (Reissue) by Margaret Wise Brown (Board Book)
things to always have on hand
Items that you will need without warning! I have always made sure to have extras on hand!
This is a huge "must have on hand" for my family. My daughter has always accepted cherry and grape flavors without a fight! You never know when a cold will sneak up or a tooth will pop through, I always have a couple on hand!
Infants' Tylenol Pain & Fever Reducer Liquid - Acetaminophen - Dye-Free Cherry - 2 fl oz
This is a huge "must have on hand" for my family. My daughter has always accepted grape and cherry flavors without a fight! You never know when a cold will sneak up or a tooth will pop through, I always have a couple on hand!
Infants' Tylenol Pain Relief Liquid - Acetaminophen - Grape - 2 fl oz
Hear me out! It took me a second to get out of my head while using this, but seeing how much this helps my daughter, more than some electric ones, it is so worth it! I have never had any mishaps with this product and have ALWAYS been able to releave ...
Frida Baby Baby Nasal Aspirator NoseFrida The Snotsucker All-Natural Saline Nasal Spray - 12ct
My FAVORITE thermometer! It has always been easy and painless for my daughter!
Frida Baby 3-in-1 True Temperature Digital Thermometer
This was a life saver! I have had luck with this product as well as many of my friends with their babies! Movements and belly rubs only do so much for gas/hiccups/discomfort, but gripe water helps truly relieve them! If your baby struggles with any o...
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water for Babies with Gas, Colic or Stomach Discomfort - 4 fl oz
This was extremely helpful! When I started to notice my daughter seemed stuffy and I wasn't able to get the boogies out, I would drop a couple drops in her nose and try to suck out the boogies minutes later and it definitely made a difference! I woul...
Little Remedies Saline Spray and Drops, Safe for Newborns - 1 fl oz
bath time / grooming products
Items that my daughter and I loved for baths!
This is a simple product but hands down my favorite! It makes scrubbing the scalp easier than ever!
Frida Baby DermaFrida The SkinSoother Baby Bath Silicone Brush - 2pk
If your baby struggles with cradle cap this is definitely a great kit for you!
Frida Baby FlakeFixer Cradle Cap Treatment - 3ct
Clipping baby's nails are always scary but I was surprised at how easy these clippers were to use! If you prefer a clippers over a nail file, this is for you!
Frida Baby NailFrida The SnipperClipper Nail Care Set
Love this lotion! My daughter has never had any reactions to this brand either!
Johnson's Moisturizing Mild Pink Baby Body Lotion, Coconut Oil for Delicate Skin, Hypoallergenic - 27.1 fl oz
A favorite baby shampoo of mine! It lathers great and have had no bad reactions!
(Target) Johnson's Head-To-Toe Gentle Baby Body Wash & Shampoo For Sensitive Skin - 27.1 fl oz
teething time
Teething toys my daughter loves!
This is one of the first teethers my daughter used and we took it with us everywhere! I notice she tends to look at all the different textures and bites all of the areas. Great quick and easy tag along teether!
(Target) Nuby Tag-A-Long Teether - Gray
Not only is this teether aesthetically pleasing but it's easy for baby to grab and the rainbow has a rattle like sound for added entertainment!
(Target) Itzy Ritzy Ring Rattle & Teether - Rainbow Neutral
I have noticed when it came to my daughter getting teeth having a variety of textures and shapes was well with it! This was definitely a top favorite for her as well!
(Target) Nuby Stage 1 Teether - Blue
These were perfect for her very early stages of teether! The fact that they weren't as big as some and still fit her mouth early on was definitely something I didn't think of at first but was glad to have these on hand!
Bright Starts Gel-Filled 3 Pack - BPA Free
These have been a favorite these last couple months (she is now 11 months). I have noticed now that she's older it's easier for her to use some of these bigger size teethers!
(Target) Itzy Ritzy Cutie Coolers 3pk Teether Set - Cactus
toys
Some of my daughter's favorite toys!
These are one of my daughters favorite building blocks! She absolutely loves the noises of hitting them together and they are so easy for her to grab and hold!
(Target) Fisher-Price Baby's First Blocks
My daughter's Dad works in auto body industry and is a huge "motor head", so this toy has been one of his favorites to play with our daughter with! She loves all the action and lights as well!
(Target) VTech Turn and Learn Driver
This toy I very well designed! It sits around her belly and on her lap so perfectly and she LOVES the lights and noises! This toy has been her favorite for awhile now!
(Target) Baby Einstein Glow & Discover Light Bar Tummy Time Toy
This toy is a must for our daughter! It is so easy for her to hold early on and th light and noises keep her entertained for a long time.
(Target) Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Game and Learn Controller
If you need a toy to encourage your baby to want to start pulling themselves up, this is for you! You can put stoppers on it to keep it from moving and I will say the little phone that detaches for some reason seems to be my daughters go to item firs...
(Target) VTech Stroll and Discover Activity Walker
feeding
There are so many bottles out there now a days, sometimes deciding between which ones can be hard! I went with the tried and true, Dr. Browns and do not regret it a SINGLE bit. I have also linked any other items I have fell in love with during our fe...
Dr Browns bottles have worked AMAZING for my daughter! If you are a first time Momma, this kit is perfect for you!
(Target) Dr. Brown's All-in-One Anti-Colic Baby Bottle and Bottle Warmer Newborn Gift Set - 38ct
Having handles for my daughters bottles have been great! At a young age she seemed to always want to hold her own bottles, which is why I looked for handle options! I feel these handles have made it extremely easy for her to get use to sippy cup hand...
(Target) Dr. Brown's Milestones Sippy Sippy Straw Bottle with Silicone Handles - Green/Gray - 2pk
If you don't need or want the bottle warmer, or formula pitcher, this is another great set for a new Momma!
(Target) Dr. Brown's Options+ Anti-Colic Baby Bottle Essentials Gift Set - 0-6 Months