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This is my tried and true list of Newborn Essentials. Number 3 under SLEEP might be surprising to you! This list is pretty minimal, so it’s great if you’re short on space. Your newborn baby doesn’t need their own room, so decorating a nursery isn’t essential, but there are some things that I highly recommend for a smooth (as possible) adjustment.
If you’re putting together your registry or trying to figure out what you really need for your baby, this list will give you a better idea of what you’ll actually use and some of my specific product recommendations.
Sleep:
- Bassinet
- Sleep Sack
- Hot Water Bottle – I use this to help my newborn adjust to sleeping in a bassinet. I put a warm Hot Water Bottle down in the bassinet, feed the baby then put the baby down in the warm, cozy spot.
- Sound Machine
- Cozy Baby Blanket
Travel:
Feeding:
Bath Time:
Clothing:
- Onesies
- Footed Pjs
- Baby Hats
- Cozy Booties
- Jacket or sweater
- Laundry Detergent for Babies
- Stain Remover
General Care:
- Diapers
- Waterproof change pad
- Diaper Cream/ointment
- Wipes
- Snot Sucker
- First Aid kit – includes thermometer, nail clippers, hair brush…
- Baby Bouncer
- Diaper Caddy
As you can see this list doesn’t include a high chair, baby utensils, teething stuff or even books and toys! Newborn babies don’t need a whole lot in the first 3 months of life. You will be spending the majority of your time feeding them, changing them and sleeping, but weirdly… they’re wide awake feeding at night!
If you’re building a registry or just shopping for a newborn, I suggest getting the essentials and then add to your collection as you figure out what works best for your family.
Here’s a video on baby gear must have for small spaces:
Amanda is a writer, photographer, videographer and a content creator with a passion for sharing stories. With her family of 5, they share experiences, tips and ideas that empower Moms to make memories with their families right here in British Columbia.
