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Favorite Baby items
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Lansinoh Brand Lanolin Topical Treatment - 2 ozLansinoh Brand Lanolin Topical Treatment - 2 oz
Buy new: $7.00
A must-have especially if you're planning on trying to breastfeed, is pure, medical grade lanolin
Boppy Bare Naked Expandable Miracle Middle PillowBoppy Bare Naked Expandable Miracle Middle Pillow
Buy new: $26.95
The Boppy is the quintessential baby must-have. I love the bare-naked and slipcovers. So many options! I especially LOVE PBK Chamois covers
Burt's Bees Baby Bee Getting Started KitBurt's Bees Baby Bee Getting Started Kit
Buy new: $12.00
took this to the hospital with us-was a great little set to try-was wonderful for travel, etc. Still using the pouch of things and have re-stocked it.
Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Newborn (up to 10 Lbs), 92 SwaddlersPampers Swaddlers Diapers, Newborn (up to 10 Lbs), 92 Swaddlers
BEST disposable diapers-ask any Mom I know! Worth the extra cost!
Johnsons Nursing Pads - 60 EachJohnsons Nursing Pads - 60 Each
Buy new: $6.43
These aren't bad. I tried a lot that were worse. My favorite were probably the giant box of the cheapest ones at our local discount store. They worked better than anything else-and then washcloths at night
SwaddleDesigns Swaddle Designs Baby Burpies - Set of 2 - Brown with Mod CirclesSwaddleDesigns Swaddle Designs Baby Burpies - Set of 2 - Brown with Mod Circles
These were the best commercial burpers I found. My son didn't just spit-up. He had an under-developed valve in his esphogus, so he was geyser EVERYtime he was fed until he was nearing his first birthday.
Baby Trend Diaper Champ in BlueBaby Trend Diaper Champ in Blue
You can use ANY bags-no expensive refills and really does't smell too much
Pottery Barn Kids Classic Changing TablePottery Barn Kids Classic Changing Table
beautiful changer-we also used their pad & pad covers (in chamois) with this. It's a good size, sturdy, looks nice, and is wonderful for storing toys as baby gets older
Blue Moses Basket Bedding SetBlue Moses Basket Bedding Set
Buy new: $52.99
My Mom presented me with this basket overflowing with baby stuff at my baby shower, as part of her gift. We started using it the day we brought our son home from the hospital. It was the only place he'd sleep (other than our arms)and travelled with us often. I only wish the pads were easier to wash-we're making covers for them and investing in a stand for it for baby #2
Tiny Love Gymini Super Deluxe - Lights&MusicTiny Love Gymini Super Deluxe - Lights&Music
Buy new: $46.94
We started using this from the day we brought him home from the hospital. Fabric is soft and very washable. Made tummy-time bearable for him with the lights, dangly toys, and music (wasn't too unbearable, actually-especially mozart setting)
Pottery Barn Kids Boppy(R) Head SupportPottery Barn Kids Boppy(R) Head Support
fantastic accompaniment to the Tiny Love Gymini for flat-head prevention. Also great for swings, bouncers, etc. and SO soft in the chamois fabric!
Safety 1st Deluxe Funtime Froggy Bath CenterSafety 1st Deluxe Funtime Froggy Bath Center
Not quite what we have-we have the older model with the duck sling and a better pour cup, etc. but similar. Loved the sling for newborn baths (it's machine washable-never had issues with mildew, etc. Fits well on a table, in a sink, in the big tub.
Hotslings Everyday Collection Baby Carrier Espresso Size 3Hotslings Everyday Collection Baby Carrier Espresso Size 3
Buy new: $40.25
My favorite sling is only available from their site, some hospital giftshops, and small boutiques but this was as close as I could find. Our first was in love with it and I used it from the time he was about a week old until well past his first birthday. Of all of our slings, it was my favorite and his as well.
Fisher-Price Ocean Wonders Aquarium Cradle SwingFisher-Price Ocean Wonders Aquarium Cradle Swing
Buy new: $109.99
Our firstborn would scream from about 4pm-7:30pm, no matter what. After a while, he got sick of being held and it just made him scream louder-this was a nice alternative. I wished it would've been wall-adapable. "music" is pretty annoying but he didn't like the "ocean sounds." multi-directional rocking & lights were great. I'd suggest rechargable D batteries!
A+D Original Ointment, Diaper Rash and All-Purpose Skincare Formula 1 lb (454 g)A+D Original Ointment, Diaper Rash and All-Purpose Skincare Formula 1 lb (454 g)
Buy new: $10.79
We tried a few different ointments/diaper rash creams after the trip to Michigan gave him a bit of a rash. A&D is all I use. It's the best!
Kushies Ultra All-in One Cloth Diaper Set NewbornKushies Ultra All-in One Cloth Diaper Set Newborn
These were wonderful cloth all-in-ones-especially nice in summer months to avoid heat-rash!
Playtex BPA Free VentAire ADVANCED Wide Bottles 9 oz - 3 Pack (Colors Vary)Playtex BPA Free VentAire ADVANCED Wide Bottles 9 oz - 3 Pack (Colors Vary)
Buy new: $12.39
We graduated him to these bottles next.
Gerber Manual Breast Pump KitGerber Manual Breast Pump Kit
Buy new: $13.44
I had 2 electric pumps (one single, one double) but left them behind on a trip. I bought this to try and ended up liking it better. We called the company and got replacement parts free of charge but it took longer than I would've liked, eventually broke again. We will be trying another one this time around
Philips Avent 9 oz BPA Free Bottle, Dual PackPhilips Avent 9 oz BPA Free Bottle, Dual Pack
Buy new: $14.83
We had several of these (6-8?) They worked very well for us. I would caution against buying a big package of any type. Baby's preferences change. You never know what he/she will take or refuse
Combi Travel Solutions Play Yard MochaCombi Travel Solutions Play Yard Mocha
I loved the idea. In reality it wasn't too bad... I loved the way it looked, all of the features, the separate stand play yard bassinett attachments with light, music, vibe, etc. Baby was never very comfy, though, and rarely slept in it. The play yard itself is sturdy, has nice wheels. The changer is fantastic. It's really a pain to travel with, though.
Mini Co-SleeperMini Co-Sleeper
Buy new: $129.99
I wish we would've tried to let baby sleep in this sooner. It was amazing and I really wish he hadn't outgrown it so soon!
Sealy Stain Protection Crib Mattress PadSealy Stain Protection Crib Mattress Pad
My favorite Crib Mattress Pad-wonderful quality. Very protective, silent, comfy. I'd reccomend buying a few
Sealy Baby Posturepedic Crown Jewel 220 POSTURETECH Coil MattressSealy Baby Posturepedic Crown Jewel 220 POSTURETECH Coil Mattress
Buy new: $159.98
Not exactly ours, but similar. We went high-end and bought the one we'd most want to sleep on-most coils, most comfy-feeling, etc.
Stork Craft Aspen Five Drawer Chest in CherryStork Craft Aspen Five Drawer Chest in Cherry
Buy new: $284.99
Certainly not the quality of furniture we're accustomed to, but looked nice with the crib. All in all, not horrible
DaVinci Emily 4 Drawer Dresser - CherryDaVinci Emily 4 Drawer Dresser - Cherry
Buy new: $329.00
If not exact, this is at least very close to the style we have. VERY sturdy (and heavy!), large drawers.
Rubbermaid 3H89 Configurations 4-to-8-Foot Deluxe Custom Closet Kit, TitaniumRubbermaid 3H89 Configurations 4-to-8-Foot Deluxe Custom Closet Kit, Titanium
Buy new: $136.38
Possibly the smartest purchse we made-I LOVE this system. It's better than our expensive his & hers cedar walk-in and you can add more shelves, bins, shoe racks, etc. move things around as the child grows and needs change. Cannot say enough good things about this!
Shermag Glider and OttomanShermag Glider and Ottoman
Buy new: $346.80
This was my husband's favorite. We kept it in the living room at first, then moved it to the family room. It was pretty good for those early nursing days. Ours was in natural birch with blue chenille cushions that were VERY tolerant to cleaning.
Crown Gingham Glider Rocker - GreenCrown Gingham Glider Rocker - Green
Buy new: $449.99
My favorite chair-beautiful, sturdy construction. We actually did a custom order from a catalog and got a slightly different cushion-stuffed with goose-down, and in tier 2 custom fabric. But still the same 51 ball bearing swivel action, solid steel tubing, precision balanced linkage... Awesome!
Pottery Barn Kids Chamois Fitted SheetingPottery Barn Kids Chamois Fitted Sheeting
The BEST crib sheets. The only times we used anything else were when it was VERY hot in the nursery or all of these were in the laundry
Huggies Natural Care Fragrance Free Baby Wipes Popup Refill, 232-Count Pack (Pack of 3)Huggies Natural Care Fragrance Free Baby Wipes Popup Refill, 232-Count Pack (Pack of 3)
Buy new: $38.88
When we started using commercial wipes, these quickly became the favorite. The scented ones smell pretty awesome, too but for younger skin, once you've graduated fro just cloth with water/water & baby wash, these are the best (I was shocked to find they were better than our favorite diaper brand, even!). Thick, quilted. Great wipe.
Huggies Baby-Shaped Fit Diapers, Size 4 (22-37 Lbs), Disney, Pack of 126 DiapersHuggies Baby-Shaped Fit Diapers, Size 4 (22-37 Lbs), Disney, Pack of 126 Diapers
Buy new: $36.99
After he outgrew the Swaddlers, this was our next step-again we tried all the brands and this was a favorite for a while
BABYKING NAIL CLIPPER.BABYKING NAIL CLIPPER.
I tried the emery boards. I tried the scissors. I have such small hands and really had a hard time. I found that if I used these while he was nursing or sleeping (so not moving around, I could take my time an dnot worry about knicking his skin), I had the best results. I had several pairs of these stashed in diaperbags, changing tables, near the nursing table, etc.
The Ultimate Baby Wrap in NavyThe Ultimate Baby Wrap in Navy
I used this when our first was getting bigger-great for trips to the zoo, the mall, etc. and a little easier than stuff his legs into the pouch. My husband rarely used any type of sling/carrier/etc. with him, but when he did, it was this one-usually for hiking the trails or going berry picking
American Baby Company Waterproof Sheeting Large Multi Use PadAmerican Baby Company Waterproof Sheeting Large Multi Use Pad
Buy new: $8.99
we had one similar and a bunch of flanel lap-pads and various sized others.
Exergen Temporal Artery Thermometer MODEL# TAT-2000CExergen Temporal Artery Thermometer MODEL# TAT-2000C
Buy new: $33.14
We have a bunch of standard multi-use ones, but this is the most used-my absolute favorite. Very accurrate, quick, painless. The boy threw it and it broke and the company exchanged it for a new one.