Being a first time mother brings a lot of excitement. But, it also comes with anxieties and doubts particularly when it comes to preparing baby essentials. If you are also a new mom who has the same kinds of worries, the baby checklist below would give you the help that you need:
- Clothing – A newborn would need some vital pieces of clothing that would ensure his or her comfort during the first few months of life. Among the must-haves include:
- Tie-side’s
- Rompers
- Frog suits
- Pajamas
- Jackets
- Mittens
- Booties
- Hats
- Blankets – Babies need plenty of blankets to keep them warm given that their bodies are still learning to adapt to the outside environment. Here are essential pieces you need to have:
- Receiving blankets
- Hooded blankets
- Cotton Blankets
- Feeding Supplies – Crucial to babies’ early months are the right feeding supplies to make sure that they are able to ease their way through comfortable feeding sessions. Below are the basics:
- Feeding bottles
- Milk containers
- Burp cloths
- Bibs
- Bottle and nipple brush
- Thermal bottle carrier
- Diapering Essentials – You would expect your delicate newborns to poop and urinate a lot. Thus, you should ensure that you have all the needed supplies to manage them. Here are must-haves:
- Disposable diapers
- Re-usable diapers
- Disposable wipes
- Changing pad
- Safety pins or snaps
- Baby ointment or cream
- Bathing Supplies – You would want to make sure that your newborn’s bathing experience would be soothing and comforting. Here are some vital pieces:
- Infant tub
- Baby soap or cleanser
- Washcloths
- Towels
- Bedding Essentials – Given that sleep is crucial for the growth of your newborn, it pays to make sure that he or she gets a convenient and sufficient sleep. Here are some vital items:
- Crib or crib mattress
- Mattress covers
- Crib sheets
- Blankets
With all these baby essentials at the ready, you can now relax and wait in peace for the arrival of your little angel.
photo by:
Ed Yourdon
Ed Yourdon