New moms can find basic lists of needed items for the new baby, but can waste tons of money on unused items. Many companies create such lists to get you to buy more things, but I have created a "Practical List for New Moms".
- Crib and mattress~definitely a necessity!
- Crib sheets
- Mattress pad~to protect the mattress for those accidents that WILL happen!
- Baby blankets/receiving blankets
- Crib mobile~nice and keep the baby entertained for a bit, but not a necessity.
- Cradle or Bassinet~again, nice but not a necessity. Usually used while your newborn is still a newborn.
- Changing table~Useless to some. Blessing to others. I personally used a changing pad where ever the time came.
- Glider~great if you have the room!
- Diapers~Obviously
- Wipe warmer~nice to have. We personally did not feel comfortable keeping it plugged in all the time.
- Diaper bags with changing mat~MUST-HAVE!
- Diaper pail~not a necessity. We just bag the stinky ones up and throw them in the trash can outside.
- Baby monitor~necessity depending on how big your house is, and if you will be outside while the baby is sleeping inside...
- All safety gear~gates, outlet covers, cabinet latches, corner guards, etc.
- Car seat with head support
- Sun shades for car
- Stroller~YES!! You WILL get tired of carrying your baby, and the stroller is great. There are hundreds of different styles and types to fit your needs and what you like.
- Swing~some babies like it while others don't. There are full sized ones along with travel.
- Jumperoo~my kids LOVED this~
- Walker~never had one for any of my kids, but never really had room for this huge walker to roll along, and doesn't typically work well with carpet.
- Exersaucers~ EXCELLENT! My kids loved it and keeps them entertained.
- Pack-n-Play~ Love mine! Not only great for nap time while at the park, or Grandma's house, but also for those times you are trying to vacuum!
- Highchair
- Carriers/Wraps~great depending on personal preference. Loved mine!
- Baby Gym/ Play mat~floor time is great for kids, and this helps encourage your infant to lift their head, strengthening the neck.
- Bibs~help protect their clothes and save you changing your baby's clothes 34893458 times a day!
- Bottles
- Bottle Warmer~we had a portable one that you plug in the car. LOVED it!
- Bottle drying rack~Must-Have!
- Bottle brush
- Pacifiers~ great if your child takes one. None of mine did.
- Nail clippers
- Digital Thermometer~Must-Have!
- Baby bath tub
- Baby towels/washcloths
If you are a breast-feeding mom, you will also need:
- Breast pump
- Breast pads
- Nipple cream~you WILL need it!
- Milk storage containers
- Nursing Bra~for convenience
- Boppy pillow~ considered a nursing pillow but also used to sit the baby up
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