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Newborn Must-Haves
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Everything I actually reach for with a newborn: sleep, feeding, diapering, bath time and the big gear. Real mom-tested picks to skip the registry guesswork!
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Baby Essentials

Baby Essentials

 
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Humidifier, diffuser and nightlight in one. A must for stuffy little noses during cold season.
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Humidifier, Diffuser + Nightlight
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Superior to the Boppy! Wraps around you and stays put so baby is supported during every feed.
My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow Deluxe Rose
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Go for the toddler size so it grows with your little one. So soft!
Little Giraffe Luxe Soft Baby Blanket
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Portable white noise that clips right onto the stroller or car seat. Naps on the go!
Hatch Go Portable Sound Machine & Sleep Soother
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No more clipper anxiety! Gently files those tiny nails, and the built-in light helps during night trims.
Frida Electric Nail Buffer & Baby Nail Trimmer
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Warm wipes = happier diaper changes, especially in the middle of the night.
Get the Best Clean with a Warmies® Wipe Warmer
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Slow flow nipples are a must for breastfed babies taking a bottle. Helps them pace feeds.
Dr. Brown's Wide-Neck Level 1 Slow Flow Nipple
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Quiet, comfortable and has a night light for those 3am pump sessions. Check if your insurance covers it!
Spectra Baby S1 Plus Electric Breast Milk Pump
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Velcro wings make a snug swaddle easy, even half asleep. The zipper opens from the bottom for quick diaper changes.
HALO SleepSack Swaddle Cotton 1.5 TOG
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Buttery soft bamboo with a two-way zipper. Fold-over cuffs on the hands and feet, and a cute print!
Baby Emerson and Friends Bamboo Convertible Pajamas
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Lay one down for every diaper change and toss it after. Saves the changing pad cover from blowouts!
Rocinha Disposable Changing Pads for Baby 100 Pack
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Scented bags to wrap up stinky diapers on the go. Keep a roll in the diaper bag and the car!
Munchkin Arm & Hammer Diaper Bag Refill - 72pk
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Soft mesh holds baby up and lets water drain right through. Fits in the tub or sink and dries fast.
Angelcare Baby Bath Support Grey 0-6 Months
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I use these for everything! Light blankets, burp cloths for spit ups, and to wrap up and cover baby when she's wet after bath time.
Muslin Swaddle Blankets for Newborn, 3 Pack
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Love this stroller! Smooth ride, huge storage basket, and it grows from one kid to two.
UPPAbaby Vista V3 Full-Size Stroller
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Love it! Compact fold and a seat that lays totally flat for naps on the go.
Nuna MIXX™ next Stroller | Compact Fold & Flat Lay Seat
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Love that it rotates! Swivels toward the door so getting baby in and out is so much easier on your back.
Cybex Callisto G 360 Rotating Convertible Seat
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Car seat to stroller in seconds! Wheels pop out so you never have to wake a sleeping baby.
Doona Car Seat & Stroller - Nitro Black
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Peace of mind at night. Tracks baby's sleep right on your phone so you can actually rest.
Owlet Dream Sock Smart Baby Monitor, Better Sleep
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Breathable mattress you can actually wash! The cover unzips and the whole core rinses clean.
Newton Baby Crib Mattress & Toddler Bed
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Washes, sterilizes and dries bottles and pump parts for you. Total game changer for a pumping mom!
Baby Brezza Baby Bottle Washer Pro
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Crystal clear bird's-eye view of the crib from your phone, plus sleep tracking. The floor stand means no drilling!
Nanit Smart Baby Video Monitor & Floor Stand
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No cover to wash! Blowouts wipe right off this changing pad, and the curved sides keep baby snug.
Peanut® Changer Wipeable Diaper Changing Pad
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Steel locks in the smell and it takes regular trash bags, so no pricey refills!
Ubbi Stainless Steel Diaper Pail, No Special Bags
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Super lightweight one-piece silicone, so it stays in and is easy to clean. A newborn favorite!
Tommee Tippee Ultra-Light Silicone Pacifier
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Gentle and unscented for newborn skin. Pairs perfectly with the wipe warmer!
Pampers Sensitive Baby Wipes, Unscented
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Newborn size. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 0 (up to 10 lbs)
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Size 1. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 1 (8-14 lbs)
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Size 2. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 2, 180 Count
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Size 3. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Baby Diapers Size 3 (16-28 lbs)
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Size 4. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Baby Diapers Size 4 (22-37 lbs)
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Size 5. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 5 (20-37 lbs)
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Size 6. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 6 (23-44 lbs)
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Size 7. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Size 7, 41+ lbs
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Preemie size for tiny babies. Our go-to diaper! Soft, absorbent, and the wetness line turns blue when it's time for a change.
Pampers Swaddlers Preemie Diapers, Size P-3
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Keep this in the medicine cabinet for fussy, gassy evenings. Check with your pediatrician first.
Mommy's Bliss Gripe Water, Liquid, 4-ounce bottle
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Simethicone drops for tummy gas. Good to have on hand before you need them at 2am! Check with your pediatrician first.
Little Remedies® Gas Relief Drops
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Just one drop a day, so easy for breastfed babies. Ask your pediatrician about vitamin D!
Mommy's Bliss Organic Baby Vitamin D Drops
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