Your Go-To Checklist for Baby's Big Debut: Newborn Essentials Uncovered

Awaiting the arrival of your newborn is a joyous journey brimming with anticipation. As soon-to-be parents, it's crucial to gear up with all vital items, ensuring your baby steps into a world that's safe and snug. Our essential baby items checklist serves as a thorough guide, ensuring you're perfectly poised to welcome this delightful new phase.

• Travel Essentials

  • Stroller and accessories

    • Stroller (blog post here)

    • Stroller sleeping bag/blanket (our top picks here and here)

    • Changing bag (our top picks here and here)

      • We love the stroller hooks from Baby Uma (find them here)

    • Cup holder (our top picks here and here)

    • Reflective bands to the stroller (our top pick here)

    • Mosquito net (our top pick here)

    • Umbrella (blog post here)

    • UV net (blog post here)

  • Baby carrier (blog post here)

  • Baby monitor (blog post here)

• Car safety

  • Newborn car seat (blog post here)

  • Rear seat mirror (our top pick here)

• Sleep and comfort

  • Bed (blog post here)

    • Bedside crib (blog post upcoming)

    • Cot (blog post here)

    • Mattress (depends on the choice of bed)

    • Sheet (depends on the choice of bed)

    • Waterproof sheet (depends on the choice of bed)

    • Duvet (depends on the choice of bed)

    • Swaddel Wraps (our top pick here)

    • Pregnancy pillow (our top pick here)

  • Toys/baby play gym (blog post here)

  • Baby nest/sleep carrier (our top pick here)

  • Chair bouncer (our top pick here)

  • Nursing pillow (our top picks here and here)

  • Night light/nursing lamp (our top picks here and here)

  • Blanket(s) (our top picks here and here)

  • Baby chair (tripp-trapp chair) with newborn set (our top picks here and here)

  • (Cradle/daybed) (our (luxury) top pick here)

• Feeding Essentials

  • Nursing pads (our top pick here)

  • Burp cloths (our top pick here)

  • Breast pump (our top pick here)

  • Multi-mam compresses/Silverette nursing cups (find them here and here)

  • Bottles (our top pick here)

  • Pacifiers (our top picks here and here)

• Care and Hygiene

  • Changing table (blog post upcoming)

  • Baskets for changing table (blog post upcoming)

  • Changing mat (our top pick here)

  • Towels for changing mat (our top pick here)

  • Disposable changing pads (laying on the changing table instead or on top of a towel) (our top pick here)

  • Diapers (your local store)

  • Diapers pail/garbage can (our top pick here)

  • Diaper bags (find them here)

  • Bepanthen ointment (find it here)

  • Zinc ointment (find it here)

  • Washcloths (different colors for face and bottom) (our top pick here)

  • Dry wipes (our top pick here)

  • Wet wipes (our top pick here)

  • Baby nail scissors (our top pick here)

  • Lemon soap (your local store)

  • Saline for stuffy nose (your local pharmacy/store)

  • Nasal aspirator (otribaby) (your local pharmacy/store)

  • Thermometer (your local pharmacy/store)

• Bathing Essentials

  • Baby bathtub with newborn insert (our top pick here)

  • Baby oil (our top pick here)

  • Bath towel (our top pick here)

• Clothing Essentials

  • For an in-depth guide on the clothing you'll need for your newborn, whether they arrive in the summer or winter, be sure to check out our comprehensive "The Ultimate Newborn Clothing Checklist: From Essentials to Seasonal Picks". From the basics like bodysuits to specialized clothing like woolen jumpsuits, we've got your baby covered, quite literally!

Gearing up for your baby's grand entrance isn't just about stocking up; it's about strategic selection. With a well-appointed nursery, apt feeding tools, cozy clothing, quality bedding, diapering must-haves, bathing basics, and health and safety provisions, you're creating an oasis for your infant. Being meticulously prepared not only brings peace of mind but also lets you relish those priceless initial moments with your little bundle of joy.

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