Basic Baby Needs List

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Basic baby needs list.

Pacifiers 3 to 5. Include a hat since you can t put sunscreen on a newborn says james mandelik md a. A checklist for the first year bathing. Audio or video monitor.

Cause despite some first time parents beliefs a newborn baby only needs stuff relating to five basic human needs. Be sure there is good head support for your baby. This holds your baby close to your chest and lets you get things done while keeping in close contact with him. A lightweight crib or moses basket with a firm a well fitted new mattress is the first item that goes on your baby bedding essentials list.

Extra change of clothes. Some babies love them some don t. Bouncer seat or swing. Nice to have items change table or just use change pad on top of dresser or bed rocking chair for feeding and swaddling playpen sling or baby carrier diaper bag 1 or 2 change pads plastic hangers for closet sun shade for car windows 2 or 4 pacifiers if you choose to use these rattles and other.

As if you don t have enough of a haul already going anywhere with a baby. Infant car seat or convertible car seat stroller baby carrier baby swing or bouncer play mat. Diaper pail and liners. Sleeping eating keeping warm getting clean and love.

Baby soothers toys and entertainment. Add a blanket and sheets based on the weather conditions and make a cosy little bed for the newborn baby. The kitchen sink works fine at first for bathing your baby but you might want to move your baby. Your baby doesn t care about designer brands matching booties for every outfit and whether your gear is new or used.

Here are the baby must haves to have on hand. Having a diaper bag packed with the essentials will help you get on your way more quickly. What you need 3 5 baby washcloths 1 2 hooded towels. Baby sling or front carrier.

Baby bottles are essential if you re formula feeding but they can be a pain in the ass when you re going anywhere. Baby mattress and crib.