New Baby Checklist

Newborn essentials and the best baby products of 2020

You have no idea how much stuff you need when you are expecting your first child! From setting up the nursery, to bathing, sleeping, nursing, travel and diaper bags, we were a bit overwhelmed and not sure where to start. So we called some of our favorite new moms and made a list of their recommended must-haves.

If you’re wondering what the best baby gear is, we’ve done the work for you. This is the ultimate wish list to help you get organized before your little one arrives. Don’t let this long list scare you, many items are small and very affordable. Not every item is essential, however; many are nice to have and make life with a new baby easier.

What to Get When You’re Expecting - The Complete List of New Mom Recommended and Approved Baby Items

For the Hospital & Diaper bag:

• Car seat

• Diaper bag

• Onsies, short sleeve & long sleeve

• Home from hospital outfit

• Diapers, newborn size

• Travel wipes

• Portable diaper changing pad

• Bibs

• Burp Cloths

• Pacifier

• Newborn cap

• Socks

• No-scratch mittens

• Receiving blanket

• Swaddle blankets

For the Nursery:

• Crib

• Mattress

• Waterproof mattress cover

• Crib sheets

• Bassinet

• Dock-A-Tot baby lounger

• Baby monitor

• Smart sock monitor

• Mobile

• Night light

• White-noise sound machine

• Changing table

• Changing pad

• Changing pad covers

• Diaper pail

• Diaper pail refill bags

• Baby ointment / diaper rash cream

• Unscented baby wipes

• Baby wipe warmer

• Nursery decor / animal art prints / lamp

• Rocking chair & ottoman or Glider

• Baby toys, stuffed animals & books

• Toy baskets

• Cool mist humidifier

For the Bath:

• Infant / baby bathtub

• Baby wash cloths

• Hooded towels

• Baby wash / liquid soap

• Baby shampoo

• Baby lotion

• Baby soft bristled brush & comb

• Brush for cradle cap

• Munchkin safety hot bath duck

• Bath toys & storage basket

• Infant toothbrush & toothpaste

• Faucet cover guard

For Travel & On the Go:

• Stroller that reclines flat for newborn

• Stroller organizer with cup holder

• Sunshade for car window

• Backseat Dual facing car mirror (x2 if you have 2 cars)

• Car seat extra base if you have 2 cars

• Baby carrier and / or sling

• Playpen / Pack-n-Play

• Dock-a-Tot Sun Cabana

• Car Seat Travel Bag

For Health & Safety:

• Nail clippers / nail scissors

• Baby thermometer

• Baby medication for fevers

• Baby medicine dispenser

• Infant first aid kit

• Petroleum jelly and sterile gauze if baby boy is circumcised

• Baby gate

• Safety cabinet locks

• Nasal Aspirator / Bulb syring to suck mucus

• Electrical outlet protectors

For Nursing & Bottle Feeding:

• Breast pump

• Milk storage bags

• Bottles & nipples

• Bottle sterilizer

• Bootle warmer

• Breast milk cooler for travel

• Bottle cleaning brush

• Bottle drying rack

• Dishwasher basket for small items

• Nursing pillow

• Nursing bras

• Nursing pads

• Nipple cream

For Baby’s Wardrobe:

• Sleepers / sleep sacks / pajamas

• Baby clothes

• Baby clothes hangers

• Bow headbands for girls

• Infant laundry detergent

For the Kitchen & Playtime:

• Bobby newborn lounger

• Sophie the Giraffe teether

• Teethers

• Baby cutlery, spoons & forks

• Baby dish-ware - bowl & plate

• Highchair

• Hook on chair

• Baby food processor

• Play mat / activity gym

• Baby swing

• Baby bouncer 

• Baby walker

• Door jumper

• Baby Memory Book

• Cuddle and Kind Doll

• Play Mat Interlocking Tiles

Leave us a comment below and tell us what baby products you love!

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