Buying for a new baby can be an exciting but sometimes daunting task, especially if it is the first time. At Better Baby Deals we’ve included this list as a guide to get you started on the items that will really come in useful in this time ahead. You'll notice that every item on the list is in either red or black writing. The items in red are the essentials, and those in black are some accessories that may help to make life a little easier. Baby Checklist
BEDTIME Suggested quantity Bassinette / Bassinette mattress 1 Cot / Cot mattress 1 Mattress protector 1 Sheets 3 sets Blankets 2 - 3 Safe T Sleep™ Sleepwrap ® 1 Cuddle rug / wraps 3 Sleeping Bag 1 Quilt 1 Bumper 1 Mobile various Nightlight 1 Baby Monitor 1 Sleep wedge 1
PLAY TIME Suggested quantity Bumbo Seat 1 Bouncinette 1 Playgym / mat 1 Rattles various Excerciser & stand 1 Books/DVD's/Music various Swing 1
BATH & CHANGING Suggested quantity Baby bath 1 Face cloths / towels 2 - 3 Cotton towel 2 Changing pad 1 Nappy bucket 1 - 2 Baby brush & comb 1 set Bath insert 1 Change table 1 Bath toys / holder various Nail clippers 1 Baby wipes 1 Nappy disposal unit 1 Shampoos, creams various
FEEDING Suggested quantity Highchair 1 Bibs 6 Highchair spill mat 1 Bottles (if expressing or bottle fed) 2 - 6 Teats (if expressing or bottle fed) 2 - 6 Bottle brush (if expressing or bottle fed) 2 - 6 Pacifier 2 - 6 Steriliser 1 Bottle warmer 1 Medicine spoon 1 Breast shields 1 Nursing pads 6 pairs Breast pump 1 Feeding pillow 1 Nipple cream 1 Mother' feeding chair 1
OUT & ABOUT Suggested quantity Pram / stroller 1 Capsule / Convertible Carseat 1 Baby Carrier Front Carrier or Sling 1 Baby Backpack (For Baby from 4 months 1 Nappy bag 1 Pram liner 1 Pram foot muff 1 Stormcover for the pram 1 UV sunshade for the pram 1 Head snuggler 1 Sunshades for the car 1 Pram toys various Portable cot & mattress 1 Baby on Board sign 1 Baby view mirror 1 HEALTH & SAFETY Suggested quantity Door / stair barrier various Playpen 1 Bedrail 1 Vaporizer / refills 1 Thermometer 1 Anti slip bath insert mat 1 Cupboard safety locks various Sun cream (foe warmer months) 1 CLOTHING Suggested quantity Vests summer 6 Vests winter 6 Nappies (clothlike or disposable) 36 Nappy pins (for cloth nappies) 8 Re-usable Cloth Nappies 20 Socks / Booties 4 pairs Hats 2 Cuddle rugs 3 Scratch mittens (for Newborns) 4 Bodysuits 4 Sleepsuits / nightgowns 2 |
