Friday, July 15, 2011

baby checklist

as for all first-time moms, we want to know what we need for the big day. we all know that babies need feeding gear, sleeping gear, health and grooming kit, etc. but which ones? what brands are recommendaded? what are the "needs" vs. "wants"?

so far, i have an initial list for the first 3 months. they say that the rest can be bought on a as-need basis. also, to wait until after the baby showers before hoarding on too much baby stuff. babies grow fast, and they won't get to use everything you buy them (if they do, only for a very short while)!

rocoi's baby check list

clothing
onesies
tie side shirts
frogsuits
caps, booties, mittens
socks
receiving blankets with hood

feeding gear
BPA free baby bottles (2oz, 4oz, 8oz) - need a few only as i intend to breastfeed
sterilizer (electrice or microwave?)
extra nipples
bottle and teat brush
drying rack and/or bottle keeper (to separate baby kr's stuff from our own, and to keep the bottles as sterile as possible)

diapering
cloth diapers (gauze and bird's eye - had them bought from divi)
diaper covers (i intend to order from tushy wushies)
2 bins for soiled diapers and soiled clothes

baby grooming and health kit
nail clipper
comb and brush
digital ear thermometer
nasal aspirator
medicine dropper

bathing gear
baby bath tub
wash cloths
hooded towels
lactacyd or any gentle baby wash

breastfeeding essentials
breast pump
breast shields
nipple cream
nursing pillow
milk storage bags or bottles

crib and/or playard and beddings
wooden crib
playard
fitted crib sheets
changing pads/rubber mats
blankets

travelling gear
stroller
car seat

furniture
baby cabinet

toys
black and white soft toys

did i forget anything? just let me know. so far these are what i remember from the forums and mommy support groups. i will edit this list as necessary. :)

NOTE: my hospital bag checklist up next!

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