Mike Parsons
When you are about to welcome your little bundle of joy, your whole world is about to change. But if were to set aside the emotional and stress factor related to welcoming a newborn, there are so many tangible factors that also need to take care of. From buying the right clothes, getting all the essential healthcare amenities, to a crib and stroller and other costly items. Babies require a lot of things – or is it solely our care, love, and tenderness? Anyhow here are some of the most vital items (money can buy) to make a newborns transition to this world (and your home) safe and loving.
1. Diapers
The very first thing you need to stack up is the diapers. For a fact, babies use up to seven diapers per day, sometimes less, sometimes more, but this is an item that you should have by your side at all times. As "accidents" do happen very often with the newborn, expect to be changing diapers more than you have planned. So, the most essential thing you need in the beginning is lots and lots of diapers. Opt for disposable diapers rather than buying cloth ones as it’s more practical and fast.
2. Baby clothes
When it comes to baby clothes, aim to get only the most quality material because their skin is utterly prone to rashes and requires absolute care. Due to the fact that the baby's skin is so sensitive and soft, the most adaptable material is organic cotton. You could check out the 3 Little Crowns website and see their all-natural collection of cute baby apparel and find something useful. Bear in mind that you would need a minimum of six bodysuits, onesies, and/or sleepers, five leggings, five side-snap shirts, five pairs of pajamas, five pairs of socks, at least one zip-up jacket, and a hat.
3. Nursery accessories
The first item on the list must e a crib or a co-sleeper if you are keener on that, and a quality mattress. Some modern-oriented parents go for a bassinet, but that is solely your preference, for the baby, it's only vital that you don't place numerous items around its head for safety. When it comes to other nursery accessories, you will need a minimum of two fitted crib sheets as you'll be washing them pretty often, a plush cotton blanket, and several waterproof mattress protectors. Other items that would be in handy are a rocking chair or a glider, a baby monitor, a dresser, and an absolute must is a changing table or a pad.
4. Feeding
No matter whether you choose to breastfeed or bottle-feed your baby, there are a few must-haves that you would need for the newborn. If you were to breastfeed, you would need a good breast pump, one bottle, a cozy nursing pillow, nipple cream, and at least two nursing bras. If you opt to bottle-feed your baby, know that you would need to put aside a great deal of cash for formula milk, two or three 4-ounce size bottles, bottle brushes, and an insulated bottle carrier. Some "In common" items are burping clothes, cotton bibs, and maybe a pacifier. An important note is that the newborns eat every 2-3 hours, so get prepared for a lot of crying mishaps.
5. Travel gear and “on-the-go” necessities
One thing that you would most surely need is a baby stroller. The secret to finding a good stroll is to focus on the weight and practicality rather than the appearance. The stroller must be lightweight, easy to handle, and to place in the car. Plus, it should be sturdy and comfortable for the baby. The same goes for the car seat. Next to safety parameters, don't go for a huge car seat, but aim to find the one that will suit the baby up to 36 kilograms. It's would be a really profitable endeavor to invest in a quality car seat because the baby will be using it long after you bring it home from the hospital. Other travel necessities include a baby all-in-one backpack, a stroller sack, a rain umbrella, and a rain cover.
6. Safety and health utilities
Let the grandparents buy all the fun and entertainment stuff for the baby like toys, pushers, rattles, and play mats. Your friends would be bringing soft toys and similar items when they come to see the baby for the first time, so there's no need to spend hundreds of dollars on those things. Hence, focus on safe proofing your home. Get and install a safety gate if you have stairs place outlet covers, cupboard and drawer latches, etc. And probably the most important thing is to have your little pharmacy stash. You would need a nasal aspirator, rash creams, a thermometer, teething remedies, baby nail scissors or clippers, a first-aid kit, and temperature medicaments.
To sum up, your baby will need your absolute devotion and attention, and the above-mentioned items are only necessary to make the baby’s (and yours) life easier and cozier.
