When you are expecting a baby, it is very easy to get wrapped up in the excitement and not remember everything you may need to be properly prepared for baby's arrival. The following is a comprehensive list that can help you be prepared for everything:
Large items you will need for baby:
• Crib
• Bassinet
• Changing Station
• Rocking Chair
• Baby Monitor
• Stroller
• Infant carrier/car seat
Clothing you will need for baby:
• Onesies
• Sleepers
• Plenty of booties and socks
• Knit hats or bonnets
• Bibs
Bedding:
• Receiving blankets
• Crib sheets
• Heavier blankets for winter babies
• Water-proof mattress protectors
• Bassinet sheets if you will use one of these
Bath time:
• Baby bathtub
• Baby towels
• Baby washcloths
• Shampoo
• Bath soap
• Lotions and oils
• Comb and brush set
• Fingernail scissors and clippers
Diapering:
• Cloth diapers and pins if you will be using these
• Plenty of disposable diapers
• Powder
• Diaper rash ointment
• Vaseline
• Baby wipes (and possibly a baby wipe warmer)
Other supplies:
• Burp cloths
• Q-tips/cotton balls
• Gauze if your baby was circumcised
• Alcohol
• Diaper Bag
• Plenty of pacifiers (at least 2 different kinds)
For baby's health:
• Baby Tylenol or Motrin
• Thermometer
• Gas medicine such as Mylicon
If you are bottle feeding:
• Plenty of bottles (with at least 2 different kinds of nipples)
• Plenty of formula
• A bottle rack for storage and if you will be washing in a dishwasher
• Baby bottle water
• A travel bottle warmer if you will be heating bottles
• A bottle storage case with ice packs
If you are breastfeeding:
• Breast Pump
• Bottles
• Disposable bottle liners
• Freezer bags/Milk storage bags
• Nursing Bras
• Breast Pads
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