Knowing what you need and shopping for your baby can sometimes be overwhelming. With so many options to choose from, how do you know which items you definitely need, and which ones are simply nice to have? This simple guide will be your go-to newborn baby shopping list:
Clothing
Buying newborn baby clothes before the birth is so exciting. Your little one is almost here and you simply can’t wait to meet them. To make sure you have everything you need on your newborn baby shopping list, be sure to consider:
- Sleepsuits or long-sleeved body suits
- Some socks
- A pair or two of scratch mitts
- A hat
- A blanket
- Some vests or short sleeved suits
- Lots of bibs
Sleeping
For comfortable sleep time, think about purchasing:
- A Moses basket or crib
- A baby monitor
And then once they’re a little older, you’ll need:
- A cot with fitted sheets and a waterproof mattress
- Some baby sleeping bags
Feeding
When it comes to feeding, it’s important you’re just as comfortable as baby, so be sure to add these items to your newborn baby shopping list:
- Nursing bras and breast pads (if you’re going to breastfeed)
- Bottles and teats (if you’re not going to breastfeed)
- Plenty of muslins
Maybe even consider a breast pump and steam steriliser too.
Diaper changing
For diaper changing, it’s a good idea to have:
- Plenty of diapers
- A changing bag
- A changing mat
- Plenty of baby wipes
- Diaper cream
Bathing
When it comes to bathing, you need to be sure you’re taking care of baby’s skin as well as cleaning them, so add these to your list:
- A baby bath
- Some soft baby towels or hooded baby towels
- Cotton wool for cleaning delicate areas
- Flannels for washing
Playtime
For the moment, you won’t need a baby swing, but it might be a good idea to have some of the following:
- A bouncy chair
- A play mat
- Some soft toys
- Musical or light-up toys
Safety
It’s important to ensure you baby-proof your house before any accidents happen, so be sure to add these to your newborn baby shopping list to create a safe space for them to play and grow:
- Stair gates
- Play pens
- Plug socket covers for when they begin exploring
- Furniture corner protectors for when they start crawling
You could also consider buying:
- A medical thermometer
- A book on baby illnesses just in case
- A first-aid kit for those bumps and bruises
Out and about
When it comes to going out and about, you may find you need a few more supplies:
- A snowsuit for the winter months
- A buggy that’s practical and suits your needs
- A parasol to attach to the buggy
- A raincover for the buggy
- A sling for carrying baby
It’s easy to get carried away with what you might want to purchase in preparation for baby’s arrival, so it’s worth really thinking about what the necessities are and what you think you’ll need. Make your own list and give each item a rank of importance to help you prioritise what needs buying now and what needs buying later.
Resources:
http://www.emmasdiary.co.uk/pregnancy-and-birth/pregnancy/pregnancy-life/newborn-baby-shopping-checklist
http://www.mothercare.com/advice-buying-guides-and-services/buying-guides/new-baby-essentials/advice-ms-preg-essentials-root.html
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