What Does My New Baby Really Need? A Guide To Shopping For YourNew Baby

What is it do I really need to buy for my new baby? While

writing my latest book found at www.CareForMyBaby.com I

found that this is a question a lot of new moms must ask

themselves. Having a new baby is a huge expense, and it is hard

to stay on budget when you see all of the cute outfits in the

stores. While all of the tiny things are really tempting to buy,

please keep in mind that babies grow really fast. One of the

biggest mistakes that new parents make is over shopping for

clothes. Remember, you will probably keep baby in a lot during

those first few months so cute outfits with matching hats and

shoes may not get any use.



Plus if you are going to have a baby

shower you will receive a lot of cute outfits fit for your

little bundle of joy. Below is a list of things that I put

together as a guide for you to use while doing your shopping.

Remember to do your shopping after your baby shower this way you

will only buy what you need.



Health and Safety



digital thermometer nasal aspirator infant acetaminophen drops

baby monitor night lightBaby Care Products baby shampoo/baby

wash diaper cream baby nail clippers or safety scissors baby

oil/lotion baby brush and comb a couple of pacifiers (even if

you don't plan to use!)



Layette and Diapering



newborn diapers/cloth diapers/wraps or set up diaper service

baby wipes and/or extra baby washcloths diaper pail burp cloths

or extra cloth diapers gowns/kimonos or newborn sleepers (4-6)

receiving blankets (4-6) swaddling blankets (2-3) crib blanket

or quilt newborn socks or booties (4-6 pair) newborn cap (1-2)

hooded bath towels and wash cloth 4-6 T-shirts or all-in-ones

1-2 sweaters or bunting (depending upon season)



Baby Equipment



baby carrier (sling, wrap or pack carrier) infant seat (have to

bring, Baby Bath Ring Seat, it to the hospital!) stroller or carriage bouncer seat or

swing diaper bag



Furniture and Accessories



co-sleeper/bassinet/cradle or crib mattress, waterproof pads, at

least two sheets and other bedding changing table or other safe

changing area mobile for the crib and/or changing area changing

pad and 2 coversNursing Necessities nursing pillow washable, Baby Bath Ring Seat, or

disposable nursing pads rental, electric or manual breast pump

and storage bottles or bags if you plan to pump milk feeding

bottles (2-4 4 oz to start), nipples, and bottle brush if you

plan to use bottles



Below you will find a short list of things new moms will need to

have on hand.



New Mother Care



sitzbath herbs big box of extra-long maxi pads for locchia

nursing nightgown or comfy cotton pajamas small tube of modified

lanolin or other product to soothe sore nipples nursing bras

(1-2 comfy nursing bras plus a sleep bra to take to the hospital

-- you can get more when your milk comes, Baby Bath Ring Seat, in, in case your size

changes)



Other Good Ideas



pick out birth announcements (address envelopes before baby

comes, if possible) make a Belly Cast to remember this amazing

time!



Also a good thing to know is that some of these accessories and

gadgets are fun to have.



Some of them even help make your life

easier. However these are not must haves, all your baby really

needs is your love and affection and your baby will grow and

flourish. Remember you must have a car seat for baby, because

the hospital will not let you leave without it! Plus you want to

protect your little miracle in any way possible. Relax and enjoy

this time with your precious baby because this time will never

return.



If possible line up friends and family who will bring meals or

come help you out at home after the baby is born (and a good

friend, Baby Bath Ring Seat, to coordinate) and/or hire a doula to help. This way you

can spend even more time just worrying about the baby, while

someone else worries about YOU!
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