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The Best Baby Items for the First Year
By an Amazon.com customer
Johnsons Baby Head-to-Toe Baby Wash - 9 ozJohnsons Baby Head-to-Toe Baby Wash - 9 oz
Buy new: $2.69
An essential for any new baby. No need for seperate soap and shampoo.
Fisher-Price Rainforest BouncerFisher-Price Rainforest Bouncer
Buy new: $40.00
Any bouncer will do. Great for when you need to put the baby down for a few minutes to run to the bathroom or wash a load of dishes. You know he/she is safely strapped in while you are busy.
Fisher-Price Rainforest JumperooFisher-Price Rainforest Jumperoo
Buy new: $80.99
This is great! My son loved it and got lots of use out of it once he was able to support his head. It is like an activity center and door jumper in one. The baby can turn 360 degrees, jump around, or just sit to watch a "Classical Baby" (or other show :) on t.v.
Classical Baby 3-Pack - Music, Art & DanceClassical Baby 3-Pack - Music, Art & Dance
Buy new: $22.99 / Used from: $15.99
My baby(and I) preferred these DVD's to the Little Einstein ones. The music is continuous and very soothing for both baby and parent. The visuals are great and kept my son's attention without being overly stimulating.
Kelgar Stroll'r Swivel'rs Stroller HooksKelgar Stroll'r Swivel'rs Stroller Hooks
Buy new: $12.94
These are so convenient when you are shopping. It's like having an extra set of hands to hold your purse, diaper bag, or purchases.
DEX Products Baby Wipes WarmerDEX Products Baby Wipes Warmer
This is one of my personal favorites. I own two, one upstairs and one down. Wipeys are so cold without the warmer!
Dr. Brown's 2-pack 7-ounce Standard Feeding System Glass Baby BottlesDr. Brown's 2-pack 7-ounce Standard Feeding System Glass Baby Bottles
Buy new: $12.99
I would recommend these for any mother who has a colicky baby and/or might worry about the possible harmful effects of microwaving a plastic bottle. My son immediately had less gas using these bottles and the price was well worth it over the course of time. Do not bother to buy anything less than a 7 ounce bottle, baby will quickly outgrow.
Munchkin Deluxe Bottle Brush - Colors May VaryMunchkin Deluxe Bottle Brush - Colors May Vary
Buy new: $4.99
A must to clean those tiny spaces!
Hanford Sleigh Glider and Ottoman Set - Ebony/ PearlHanford Sleigh Glider and Ottoman Set - Ebony/ Pearl
Buy new: $229.99
Any glider will do!
Safety 1st Hospital's Choice Steady Grip Nail ClippersSafety 1st Hospital's Choice Steady Grip Nail Clippers
These are so easy to handle, very sharp, and make the job much easier.
Enfamil Nutramigen Lipil Iron Fortified Powder 1 Lb CanEnfamil Nutramigen Lipil Iron Fortified Powder 1 Lb Can
Buy new: $34.00
A must for the colicky baby. Consult your doctor first. My son had an allergy to milk protein.
JJ Cole Original Infant Bundle Me - GraphiteJJ Cole Original Infant Bundle Me - Graphite
Buy new: $37.99
I owned one of these made by Eddie Bauer (that I purchased at Target). It was wonderful. I didn't have to put a jacket on my infant and stuff his arms into the straps of the car seat. It kept him well bundled and protected from the harsh elements of the Northeast and was so easy to use.
Basic Comfort Contoured Changing PadBasic Comfort Contoured Changing Pad
Buy new: $14.76
These are so nice to place on a table or changing station. They secure your chld while you are changing him/her for ease of mind. Plus you don't have to get on your hands and knees to change the baby.
Balmex Diaper Rash Ointment (Zinc Oxide) with Aloe & Vitamin E - 16 OzBalmex Diaper Rash Ointment (Zinc Oxide) with Aloe & Vitamin E - 16 Oz
Buy new: $11.95
Very soothing to baby's skin. Helps prevent and treat diaper rash. Desitin works well too, but I prefer Balmex.
Badger Basket Co Honey Hooded Moses Basket - Blue Dot BeddingBadger Basket Co Honey Hooded Moses Basket - Blue Dot Bedding
Buy new: $46.99
This is wonderful for putting the baby to sleep in different rooms of your home and for when you travel to the homes of your friends or relatives and need to put the baby down for a nap.
Leachco Safer Bather - Infant Bath Pad - Blue FishLeachco Safer Bather - Infant Bath Pad - Blue Fish
Buy new: $18.50
This cradles your slippery newborn very well so you can bath him quickly and easily. It also has a hanger to allow the mat to dry in between baths.