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Babies need a lot! We’ve taken the guesswork out and compiled a list of must-haves to be ready for your bundle of joy.
Bedding- Crib mattress
- Waterproof mattress protector
- 2 or more fitted sheets
- Bathing
- Baby tub
- Hooded towels
- Washcloths
- Baby body wash and shampoo
- Baby body lotion
- Bath toys
- Faucet cover
- Clothing
- 10 leggings or elastic-waist trousers
- 10 pairs of footed pajamas
- 10 pairs of socks
- 10 short-sleeve onesies
- 10 long-sleeve onesies
- 8 pairs of non-footed pajamas
- 5 swaddle blankets
- 5 bibs
- 3 light sweaters or zip-up hoodies
- 3 sleep sacks
- Sun hat
- Bathing suit (for a summer baby)
- 1 snowsuit with mittens and booties (for a winter baby)
- No-scratch mittens
- 1 soft hat
- 1 outfit to come home from hospital
- Baby-safe laundry detergent
- Hamper
- Diapering
- Diaper pail
- Diaper, either cloth or disposable (various sizes)
- Diaper bag
- Changing pad
- Baby wipes
- Diaper rash cream
- Feeding
- Breast pump & extra pump parts
- Breast milk storage containers
- Nursing pillow
- Nursing bras
- Nipple cream
- Nursing cover
- Formula
- Burp cloths
- Baby bottles and nipples
- Bottle and nipple brush
- Bottle drying rack
- High chair
- Sippy cups
- Baby utensils
- Health & Safety
- Baby-safe nail trimmer
- Thermometer
- Rubbing alcohol pads
- Saline nasal drops
- Suction bulb
- Baby gate
- Babyproofing essentials, like outlet covers, cabinet locks, and corner guards
- Baby sunscreen
- Baby hairbrush
- Nursery Furniture & Gear
- Bassinet
- Crib
- Rocking chair or glider
- Changing table
- Light dimmer or night light
- White noise/sound machine
- Baby monitor
- Humidifier
- Baskets or bins for storage
- Travel
- Infant car seat
- Stroller
- Baby carrier
- Portable crib or play yard
- Playtime
- Swing or bouncer
- Activity mat
- Soft baby books
- Soft or wooden stacking blocks
- Teething toy
- Rattles
- Cotton stuffed animals
