What to Buy When You're Having a Baby
Right after you learn that you're having a baby, you learn that babies need a lot of stuff! Of course, there are millions of baby products available for your shopping pleasure, but following products are the most common needs or wants for newborns.
Basic Layette and Clothing
Baby clothes are cuter than ever, and you could easily blow your entire baby products budget just on sweet little socks and tiny rompers! These are the basics that baby needs, though you likely won't be able to resist buying beyond the basics in this category.
Nursery Basics
You can find cute mobiles, wall decor, lamps, rugs and more to coordinate with your baby's nursery. Below are the items found in most nurseries, to give you a starting point for your baby's special room.
Bathing and Baby Care
That amazing baby smell doesn't last very long unless you're ready to wash off the myriad messes babies make. Before you buy many baby bath supplies, consider whether you want to bathe your newborn in a regular tuh, a sink, or in a special baby tub.
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Baby bathtub or insert for your regular tuh
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Baby shampoo and body wash
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Baby lotion
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Hooded baby towels, or soft regular towels
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Baby washcloths, or soft regular washcloths
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Baby nail clippers
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Nasal aspirator
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Digital rectal thermometer
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Infant acetaminophen drops
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Infant-safe sunscreen
Feeding Your Newborn
Because babies grow so fast in their first new months, they need to ear really often. Before baby arrives, you'll need to decide whether you will breastfeed or bottle feed. Some of these product purchases will depend on which feeding method you choose.
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Breastfeeding support pillow
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Breastpump
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Nursing bra
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Breast pads
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Lanolin cream
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Breastmilk freezer storange containers
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Bottles and nipples
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Dishwasher basket for bottles
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Bottle brush
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Bottle drying rack
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Bottle and pacifier sterilizer
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Baby formula
| Diapering
Not long after baby ears, you'll need to be ready for a diaper change. Before you buy any diapering supplies, decide whether you want to use cloth diapers or disposable diapers. Not only are the diapers different, but you may need different diaper pails or other supplies for each type, as well.
Baby Soothing and Entertaining Gear
Ok, secret time. Sometimes babies cry. If you think your baby may cry at some point, the following products are tried and true baby soothers that may help return a smile to every face in the household. As for newborn fun, your baby's attempts to smile and coordinate arm movements may be amusing enough for everyone, but it won't hurt to have a few toys
available to stimulate baby's growing brain.
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Baby Swing
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Pacifiers
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Swaddling blanket
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Play mat or play gym
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