Baby stuff

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Clothing

  • 8 undershirts or onesies (mix of short-sleeve and long-sleeve) [thanks Janet, Peter/Anna]
  • 5 nightgowns (for use until the cord falls off)
  • 8 one-piece stretchy sleepers (go for ones with zippers; new moms swear by them!)
  • 5 pairs of pants
  • 2 newborn hats
  • 8 pairs of socks or booties, to wear with nightgowns and outfits
  • 2 pairs of scratch mittens, to keep baby from scratching his face
  • 2 cardigans or jackets, more in winter
  • heavier 1-piece sleeper
  • Laundry detergent for infants

Blankets

  • 3 large cotton blankets
  • 8 receiving blankets (they also make handy burp cloths)

Feeding

  • Lots of bibs
  • Burp cloths
  • Breast pump
  • Milk storage containers
  • Nursing pillow
  • Nursing bras (if buying before baby is born, buy one cup size larger than your pregnant bra size)
  • Breast pads (disposable or washable)
  • Lotion for sore nipples
  • 2 four-ounce bottles with nipples
  • 2 eight-ounce bottles with nipples
  • Bottle and nipple brush
  • Formula (be sure to check expiry date and note the lot number in case of recalls)
  • Thermal bottle carrier

Diapering

If you are using disposable diapers:

  • Two boxes of newborn-size diapers (it's better not to buy too many in advance in case your baby is large or grows quickly)
  • 1 diaper pail
  • Changing pad
  • Baby ointment or barrier cream to prevent rash
  • Disposable wipes or a couple dozen washcloths for cleaning baby's bottom


Bathtime

  • 1 plastic infant tub (or use a large dishpan in the sink, or take baby in the bath with you)
  • 12 washcloths, not used on baby's bottom
  • Baby soap or cleanser
  • Baby soft-bristled hair brush
  • 3 soft-hooded towels

Bedtime

  • Crib [thanks Sophia]
  • Crib mattress
  • 3 waterproof mattress covers
  • 4 fitted cribsheets
  • 4 light blankets that fit in the crib
  • Sleep sack
  • 3 waterproof pads to place under baby

Other necessities

  • Infant safety seat for car [Thanks Janet]
  • Stroller that reclines so newborn can lie flat [Thanks Peter/Anna]
  • Nail clippers or scissors
  • Bulb syringe for suctioning mucous
  • Baby thermometer
  • Eye dropper or medicine spoon
  • Medication in case of fever

Nice-to-have items

  • Playpen
  • baby carrier
  • Diaper bag [Thanks Peter/Anna]
  • 1 or 2 change pads [Thanks Peter/Anna]
  • 2 to 4 pacifiers
  • Rattles and other baby toys
  • Mobiles
  • Night light