Watch this DVD before the baby comes. It will provide you with effective ways of calming a fussy baby. Also comes in book form.

Great book for clueless parents (which we were!). Gives the low down on all things baby gear related - what you don't need and how to save money on things you do need.

Great compilation! I've been playing these lovely lullabies every night since our 6 month old was born (and I'm not sick of them!). She knows when she hears them that it's time to sleep.

BPA free. Work great and easy to clean.

Love this blanket. Keeps them swaddled tight and cozy! Worth the extra money, trust me!

Use these super soft washcloths as baby wipes with a homemade wipe solution. See recipes here: http://www.zany-zebra.com/cloth-wipe-solution.shtml. My favorite is the zany apricot solution. Very gentle on baby's butt and no diaper rash! These will also come in handy when you're baby is teething. Just wet them and put them in the freezer for a couple minutes and let your baby chew away!

At 6 months old our daughter still loves this bouncer (more now than when she was a newborn). She loves to bat the toys and has mastered pulling them off in seconds.

Our newborn always calmed down when we put her in here with the ocean sounds. When all else failed this swing was a lifesaver! Not sure why it's so expensive on this site. You can find it much cheaper elsewhere.

This is above our daughter's changing table. Fun, bright colors and the best thing is the rings come off so she has something to keep her occupied while I'm changing her diaper.

Top rated for safety. Can use for babies up to 30 lbs unlike the Snugride which is only up to 22 lbs.

Highly recommended! Fits the Safeseat perfectly and weighs a mere 13 lbs. This is still the only stroller we have for our 6 mo old daughter.

Fits right into a car seat or a stroller. Great for the first few months of baby's life. Keeps their little head and body secure and comfy.

Swing it over your shoulder and take it to the park! Easily fits mom, dad and baby. Waterproof and easy to clean. Used this a lot in the summer.

A must read for parents who want to encourage independence and confidence in their babies. Advocates more independent play time and less intervention.

Very portable. Perfect for travel or for some quick relief. Easy to operate.

Helps immensely with the soreness that occurs during the first couple weeks of breastfeeding.

A nice place for baby to hang out when you need a little break. Fun bright colors and cool toys to play with. The music is not obnoxious like some.

Awesome resource. Lots of great ideas in this book for the natural family.

Every baby needs a lovey! These are super soft and cuddly. They come in many different animal styles. Our daughter snuggles up to hers at nap time and bed time. We call hers "girafaella."