Basic Baby Needs List

Add a blanket and sheets based on the weather conditions and make a cosy little bed for the newborn baby.

Basic baby needs list.

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. Audio or video monitor. As if you don t have enough of a haul already going anywhere with a baby. Sleeping eating keeping warm getting clean and love.

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. Extra change of clothes. Adult towels will work too 1 baby sponge 1 bottle of baby bath wash 1 bottle of baby lotion a baby bath tub. A checklist for the first year bathing.

Changing pad or paper liner. Infant car seat or convertible car seat stroller baby carrier baby swing or bouncer play mat. This holds your baby close to your chest and lets you get things done while keeping in close contact with him. Baby bottles are essential if you re formula feeding but they can be a pain in the ass when you re going anywhere.

Here are the baby must haves to have on hand. Baby soothers toys and entertainment. Some babies love them some don t. The kitchen sink works fine at first for bathing your baby but you might want to move your baby.

Be sure there is good head support for your baby. Diaper pail and liners. Bouncer seat or swing. Baby mattress and crib.

Getting out and about with your baby can take a bit of practice. What you need 3 5 baby washcloths 1 2 hooded towels. Pacifiers 3 to 5. Your baby doesn t care about designer brands matching booties for every outfit and whether your gear is new or used.

Cause despite some first time parents beliefs a newborn baby only needs stuff relating to five basic human needs. Baby sling or front carrier.