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Kristen's Baby Must-Haves
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Sckoon Organic Cotton Ninja KimonoSckoon Organic Cotton Ninja Kimono
Buy new: $25.50
She was so cute in this and it was soft, easy, and unique.
American Apparel Infant Baby Rib Karate PantAmerican Apparel Infant Baby Rib Karate Pant
We've had these in every size so far. They have a cute flair at the bottom and are really nice soft cotton. They fit her really well and I'll continue to buy them as she grows. Just ordered my next batch in red, olive, and black!
Trumpette Jenny Sneakers Box Set  0-12 MonthsTrumpette Jenny Sneakers Box Set 0-12 Months
Buy new: $23.39
These stay on really well and they're cute. But they do shrink and they run small. They will not last to 12 months!
TailsTails by Matthew Van Fleet
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $0.01
She loves this book and any other book with fuzzy features.
That's Not My Puppy: Its Coat Is Too Hairy (Usborne Touchy Feely)That's Not My Puppy: Its Coat Is Too Hairy (Usborne Touchy Feely) by Fiona Watt
Buy used from: $1.61
Another favorite.
Dr. Brown's BPA Free Polypropylene 8 oz Bottle - 3 PackDr. Brown's BPA Free Polypropylene 8 oz Bottle - 3 Pack
Buy new: $12.98
We started with Drop-Ins and switched to Dr. Brown's. I've been really happy with them. She had acid reflux when she was tiny and there was a noticeable difference in the amount of spitting up after we switched to these. We put the small parts in a dishwasher basket, then hook the bottles, lids and the tubes on the top drawer 'spikes'. Easy.
Munchkin Deluxe Dishwasher Basket Colors May VaryMunchkin Deluxe Dishwasher Basket Colors May Vary
Buy new: $4.99
Playtex Baby The First Sipster Spill-Proof 7 OZ Cup - 2 Pack: Combo ColorsPlaytex Baby The First Sipster Spill-Proof 7 OZ Cup - 2 Pack: Combo Colors
Buy new: $12.99
She caught onto these really easily right around 8 months and they truly don't spill at all.
Fisher-Price Papasan Cradle Swing - Starlight PurpleFisher-Price Papasan Cradle Swing - Starlight Purple
Buy new: $118.98
We got another version of this swing and used it ALL THE TIME. Maybe a little too much. But our girl was not a good sleeper for the first five months and this was how we regained a bit of our sanity. If there's one thing I had to choose from this list as the most valuable tool, this is definitely it.
Miracle Blanket - Baby Swaddling Blanket - BeigeMiracle Blanket - Baby Swaddling Blanket - Beige
Buy new: $29.95
Used this all the time. It's better than other blankets because they really can't wiggle out of it very easily. She'd fight it a bit when we were putting her into it, but she was really soothed once she was bundled in.
Max Fitness 65cm Exercise Ball with Foot Pump (Pearl White)Max Fitness 65cm Exercise Ball with Foot Pump (Pearl White)
Buy new: $17.57 / Used from: $15.99
I don't have this one in particular, but I do have an exercise ball and we use it with her every day. As a tiny baby, we'd hold her and bounce on it and it calmed her a lot. We still do it for a minute or two before we put her down for naps and at bedtime and it soothes her right away. It's nice because you can deflate it and easily bring it with you when you travel.
Graco imonitor Vibe 2 ParentGraco imonitor Vibe 2 Parent
Buy new: $68.21
We've been really happy with this and haven't had a single issue.
Fitted Crib / Toddler Sheets - Peach Flower Garden - Made In USAFitted Crib / Toddler Sheets - Peach Flower Garden - Made In USA
Buy new: $14.99
I love the sheets we got from here. I didn't get a bedding set. I just had a white bumper (which we stopped using a while ago when she started standing) and you aren't supposed to have anything else in there so I just got some really cute fitted sheets. Sheetworld has cute options you can't find other places. Prompt shipping and good quality.
Gerber 12-Pack Flatfold Birdseye Cloth Diapers - WhiteGerber 12-Pack Flatfold Birdseye Cloth Diapers - White
Buy new: $12.99
Must have for clean-ups of all kinds. Little ones spit up. A lot!
Pampers Swaddlers (Newborn) 240 countPampers Swaddlers (Newborn) 240 count
Buy new: $52.95
We tried Seventh Generation diapers, but they just didn't compare to the softness of these. Plus the Pampers just fit better. Now she's in size 3 and I'm starting to use the Seventh Generations again since the bigger size seems a little better. But for tiny, sweet babies, the Pampers are just the best in my opinion.
Safety 1st Push n' Snap LockSafety 1st Push n' Snap Lock
Buy new: $2.29
I don't see how she'll be able to figure these out. So, they're all over my house.
You Are My Little BirdYou Are My Little Bird by Elizabeth Mitchell
Buy new: $10.99 / Used from: $8.26
Awesome cd. Very folky, acoustic guitar. My daughter LOVES "Little Bird, Little Bird" and "Peace Like a River." I just leave the cd in my car stereo and if she gets fussy while we're driving, I put either of those songs on and she chills out. Lifesaving.
The Little Series: Dream a LittleThe Little Series: Dream a Little by The Little Series
Buy new: $3.98 / Used from: $0.01
I LOVE this cd. We play it for her for every nap and at night. It's soft and sweet and the girl singing has a really lovely voice. Each song has a version with her singing or just instrumental. Trust me, some of the kid music out there is atrocious!