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Baby Safe Must Haves Curated By A Mom and a Nurse!
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items As a NICU nurse, I am VERY focused on safe products for sensitive children and I am telling you that these are the things you need to look out for. You want to use “fragrance-free” NOT “unscented.” “Unscented” products can contain chemicals that mask...<3
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Soap, Laundry, Cleaning, and Bath fun!
Foods, Pumping, and Formula Must Haves
Baby Equipment: From Bottle Warmers to Bassinets
Teething, Toys, and Baby Fun
Soap, Laundry, Cleaning, and Bath fun!
Babyganics is the way to go. Now, they do have products that have scents/smells to them, DO NOT GET THOSE until your child grows up a little and you see how their skin reacts to different products. This is to protect that delicate skin from harsh che...
Homecare - Laundry
Perfect for that sensitive baby skin. No fragrance, unscented, and a little bit goes a long way.
bath & body
Can never go wrong with Burt's Bees for sensitive skin <3 It does have an interesting smell to it because of it's ingredients, so smell this first before you use it. If it is not for you, Babyganics is a good alternative.
Baby Bee Shampoo & Wash - Original
Another great option for safe laundry detergent for sensitive skin.
Liquid Laundry Detergent - Free & Clear
Use for children OVER 6 MONTHS! Sunscreen, bug spray, etc. ARE NOT SAFE for children under 6 months!
Blue Lizard Sensitive Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
Babyganics is my go-to because my son had no issues with any of their products. I knew it was safe for him and that is all that matters to me.
foaming dish + bottle soap, fragrance free
Cleaned absolutely EVERYTHING with these wipes. The highchair, the table, the toys, you name it, I cleaned it with this.
all purpose surface wipes, fragrance free
Can't say enough good things about this product or this company. Just perfect. If you. run out of the wipes or you want to use the spray instead, this product cleans so well.
multi surface cleaner, fragrance free
Also a great option for those who want something other than Babyganics. My friend used this company for her daughter who has extremely sensitive skin and she said that she swears by it.
Baby Hair & Body Wash
I LOVE that this grows with your baby. It is easy to use, easy to clean, and is comfortable for baby. That seat can be used even when baby grows up a bit. The little water bottle is fun to use to get baby comfortable with water running over their hea...
Fisher-Price Baby to Toddler 4-In-1 Bath Tub
For the nose, for the ears, it's just perfect. You can't use Q-tips, so this was the perfect option. The little ears on the bears on either side stop you from going to far. Each color can designate where you are using it. They are easy to clean. I st...
oogiebear Baby Nose & Ear Wax Cleaner
I used these brushes every time I gave my son a bath and he never had any cradle cap. You do the math <3
Cradle Cap Brush
Love the smell (no fragrence) and it helped keep my son's skin baby soft. If you haven't noticed already, but this company is my everything. I love all of their products and will always recommend them.
moisturizing daily lotion, fragrance free
I used Aquaphor instead of diaper cream. I am not a fan of using things like Desitin unless my son needs them, so Aquaphor was a great alternative. Use it as much or as little as you want, where ever you want.
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment Skin Protectant
Because no way am I using scissors…just no. I’ve used this kit from when my son was born to now (and will keep using it) and he is 2.5. It will save you and your baby all the insanity…
Baby Nail Trimmer Electric File & Clippers
Temperature is sooooo important for babies, they cannot regulate their temperature well yet. They will overheat or freeze very easily. When you are giving them a bath (make sure the umbilical cord has fallen off AND has healed) make sure the temperat...
Duck Thermometer
Because no one wants to be covered in diaper cream every time…10/10. Would recommend. Have like 20 lying around the house at all times…
Bumco Baby Bum Brush - BPA-Free Diaper Cream Spatula
Foods, Pumping, and Formula Must Haves
My son was OBSESSED with this oatmeal and not only is he being exposed to allergens, but he is also exploring different textures and tastes! When he was ready to start oatmeal, THIS was my go-to.
Organic Baby Oatmeal
For those of you getting ready to start “solids,” this brand is perfect for testing your baby's sensitivity to different foods. They start out small, you can mix it in the milk, and then gradually increase the amount and the type of allergen. As alwa...<3
Ready. Set. Food!
Not only did my son love this oatmeal, but it is also the safest brand I could find without high levels of lead, heavy metals, etc. You can find this in Whole Foods and online. For those worried like me after seeing all those lawsuits, this is a grea...
Holle Organic Whole Grain Oat Cereal | For ages 6+ months
For the mamas who use formula, I recommend a “sensitive” formula so that it is easier to digest for the babies.
Similac Sensitive Infant Formula Powder
Safe to use on pumping supplies between sterilizations.
Quick Clean™ breast pump & accessory wipes
I swear by this cream and it is safe for baby as well!
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter™ Cream
Using this was actually a pure joy. I HATE anything involved with cooking, but I used this every day, if not multiple times a day to make my son his purees. I used it to make soups, to just steam some things for him, honestly I love it.
EVLA'S Baby Food Maker, Steamer, Blender ...
For those that need a nipple shield, this is a great option. Super soft, easy to clean, and a cute case for them.
Contact Nipple Shields
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!!!! I made almost every meal from this book, using my cute little EVLA, and my son loved it! I was able to make them the day-of, I can make them the day before, and I could also freeze them if I need to!
The Big Book of Organic Baby Food: Purées & Finger Foods
These are also great wipes for pumping supplies in between sterilization. I would always have at least one pack on me at all times.
Breast Pump Wipes
Great to help with letdowns and to prevent mastitis. It also just feels amazing when you are sore or too full.
Momcozy 2-in-1 Warming Lactation Massager
Using these in conjunction with the massager is an absolute game changer. My letdowns were within seconds and I wasn't in as much pain either. Just love this.
Hot & Cold Breast Therapy Packs
Because you never know what kind of bottle your baby will like. It took me 10 tries to find the perfect bottle for my son so trust me, I know the struggle.
Babylist Bottle Box (5 Bottles) | Babylist Shop
Use your insurance mommas! This company will look into what your insurance covers and give you the best supplies and deals. I got my pump, supplies, AND nursing bras through this company!
Breast Pumps Through Insurance
Baby Equipment: From Bottle Warmers to Bassinets
It is on the expensive side, but I love how clean the supplies were afterwards <3
One Step™ Baby Bottle Sterilizer and Dryer Advanced
This is the bluetooth one, I was completely fine with the manual one. Only thing I will say is that the steam is VERY HOT so watch your hands. The bottle and milk were perfect temperature for my son, but the second I opened the lid I almost burned my...
Smart Bottle Warmer With Bluetooth
Great for babies who love side to side movement. Does not work for all babies! Some want the forward and back movement so I have a different recommendation for them. Also pretty pricey but if you have a baby like mine who LOVES living in this swing, ...
mamaRoo® multi-motion baby swing
Expensive! But I would NOT have survived those first 6 months without it…the sounds, the movement, and the material were all worth it. It is one of the things I absolutely refused to give away after my son grew out of it because I am saving it for ba...<3
mamaRoo sleep® bassinet
For those that want to save some money, I recommend a mattress that is for both baby and toddler. One side is firmer for baby and the other side is softer for the toddler. It fits in all cribs and toddler beds.
Sealy Premier Posture Dual Stage Crib Mattress
For those that need a little more help to bring their milk down, this manual pump is a god-send. For me, a regular pump was just hurting me and I couldn't find a good setting. But with this pump, my milk came down no problem and it is soft and comfor...
Medela Manual Breast Pump with Flex Shields
For those using formula, this is a life-saver. You program it for your particular formula and just click the green button. Boom, done! When I wasn't producing enough, this was my go-to.
Formula Pro Advanced: Baby Formula Dispenser
We used the Uppababy carseat that matched with the stroller. I love everything about it!
Car Seats
Works great, love it and still have it. Only hiccup I found with this product is that it is quite heavy so keep that in mind.
Strollers
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!!
Pack 'n Play Playards & Playpens
Boppy is fantastic not only for feeding time, but also for tummy time and to help your baby when they are ready to sit up with support. So versatile <3
Boppy : Nursing Pillows
This one is less versatile, but more comfortable for shorter mommies because it is flat. Also a good option.
My Brest Friend : Nursing Pillows
I want to be very transparent with you all, I did not use this for my son even though he was a preemie. I think it is a great option, but I do think that solely relying on it is not good. If you are the type of person who needs that extra peace of mi...
Owlet
This is the baby monitor that I used and still have for my toddler. It works sort of like the Nanit (less pricey) without having to use a specific wrap for the baby. It detects respiratory rate, temperature of the room, humidity in the room, and will...
Miku Smart Baby Monitor
This highchair is soooooo versatile! It has 6 versions in 1, it comes with an extra little booster seat which you can take with you out of the house, and it is easy to clean. LOVE IT.
Blossom™ 6-in-1 Convertible High Chair
I know this is a scary thing to think about, but you need to have this in your home. One at home, one attached to the diaper bag. If you never touch it, that is the goal! But it is much better to be prepared and to have this than to see what can happ...
LifeVac Home Kit - Portable Suction Rescue Device
I used it during my labor, I used it on his carseat, I used it on the stroller, I used it everywhere honestly. Just perfection. And it's easy to charge and hold the charge pretty well. Also has multiple settings.
AMACOOL Battery Operated Stroller Fan Clip
I love that this carrier has a form to it but is also flexible. I was never comfortable with the carriers that were just wraps because I always thought my son could fall out. The carriers that were too hard and had too much for a form weren't good fo...
Infant Carrier & Baby Carrier
Teething, Toys, and Baby Fun
Don't even have words for how much my son loved these cute little penguins. He played with them, he chewed on them, and threw them at the cats, it was fun all around.
Smily Mia Baby Teething Toys 0-6 Months
So this goes in the teething section because I mostly used them with frozen berries and breastmilk when my son was teething. Perfection. Obviously they can be used for any food, they come with multiple sizes, are easy to clean, and they are just grea...
NatureBond Baby Food Feeder Pacifier (2 Pack)
It plays music that you can recognize, that you love, and baby will be intrigued for a long long time. Even when they get older, they will still keep pressing all the buttons, wanting to grab at the toys, it's just a great toy.
Baby Musical Crib Mobile with Remote & Lights
Fun for months and months! Plus it has the alphabet on it so you can start using it to teach your baby letters as they chew on them while they are playing.
Weilim Montessori Toys for Babies 6-12 Months
Yes, the songs get stuck in your head and you will go crazy. However, your baby will be in love with this colorful and adorable playmat and will learn so many new skills. It's honestly worth it.
Fisher-Price: Gyms & Play Mats
This mat was the reason my son learned how to roll over. No joke. He would want to grab the little pink octopus or Nemo/Dory or Crush and end up rolling to them cause I would move them around. LOVE LOVE LOVE.
Bright Starts Disney Baby Finding Nemo Mr. Ray Gym
Best swaddles I've ever used EXCEPT the moment baby starts to roll over. Once they are trying to roll, you have to stop using these because there is not enough space for them to extend their arms out.
Newborn Swaddling Collection
Great for teething AND for playing! We had one at home, one in the car, one in the diaper bag, and probably like 5 more just lying around. So much fun for baby!
Baby Montessori Sensory Teether Toys 0-12M
Can be used for a long time. My son still has his and loves playing with it. Super fun. Super cute.
Fisher-Price Infant Toy Set: Blocks & Rock-a-Stack
The ball version and the shaker version are both awesome. The little shaker is great to develop hand-eye coordination. The ball is great to follow, it's easy to attach it to the highchair with those silicone attachments, and is great for car rides.
Bright Starts Oball Shaker Rattle Toy Newborn+
Not only was this great for teething, but it also helped my son not freak out when it came to starting brushing his teeth. And the cat loved it too so we had to buy multiples of all teething toys.
NanaNubs Banana Massaging Toothbrush - Nuby