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Must Haves for New Moms!!!
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Huggies Baby Wipes in Pop-Up Tub, Shea Butter, 64-Count Tubs (Pack of 8) (512 Wipes)Huggies Baby Wipes in Pop-Up Tub, Shea Butter, 64-Count Tubs (Pack of 8) (512 Wipes)
Buy new: $48.99
Very soothing for a baby whose delicate skin didn't like the harsh regular wipes.
Basic Comfort Contoured Changing Pad by Summer InfantBasic Comfort Contoured Changing Pad by Summer Infant
Buy new: $21.99
Fits most changing tables and the concave design helps keep baby where you want her!!
Prince Lionheart Dresser Top Diaper DepotPrince Lionheart Dresser Top Diaper Depot
Buy new: $12.48
This was awesome for the table beside the changing table. Held her creams, diapers, aspirators, whatever!
Pampers Swaddlers Sensitive Diapers, Size 1 (8-14 Lbs), Economy Plus Pack, 180 DiapersPampers Swaddlers Sensitive Diapers, Size 1 (8-14 Lbs), Economy Plus Pack, 180 Diapers
Buy new: $40.00
Awesome diapers for the beginning. Little line lets you know when they're wet (not always easy to tell with a newborn)! Swaddlers are awesome diapers.
Got Milk? Baby BibGot Milk? Baby Bib
Great absorbent bibs that held up in the wash! And cute!
Desitin Multi-Purpose Ointment, Clear 3 ozDesitin Multi-Purpose Ointment, Clear 3 oz
Buy new: $4.99
Great Great barrier against water/poop, especially overnight. Goes on clear, unlike the other creams. Great for her skin. Has Vitamin A&D but has pleasant smell.
Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Bath - 8 fl oz. BottleAveeno Baby Calming Comfort Bath - 8 fl oz. Bottle
Buy new: $4.73
Smells so good!!! Great for nighttime bath. Sooths baby and gets them to sleep. You'll love the smell!!
Stork Craft Hoop Glider and Ottoman Cushion in Cherry/BeigeStork Craft Hoop Glider and Ottoman Cushion in Cherry/Beige
Buy new: $159.99
Must have for nursing at night in the nursery.
Medela Nursing StoolMedela Nursing Stool
Buy new: $25.99
You'll need this or a good substitute with the glider to prop up baby while nursing - EVEN IF YOU HAVE THE OTTOMAN!!
Fisher-Price Infant-To-Toddler Rocker in Blue/RedFisher-Price Infant-To-Toddler Rocker in Blue/Red
My daughter didn't love it but you need one to hold them while you go to the bathroom or make dinner! We had 3-4 of them and she had no preference for either. Didn't love the vibration either.
SafeFit Jeepers Peepers Kick 'N Go Auto MirrorSafeFit Jeepers Peepers Kick 'N Go Auto Mirror
The best car toy I every found!!! She ADORED this toy and could keep herself occupied with it for long rides. So AWESOME!!!
Boppy Bare Naked Expandable Miracle Middle PillowBoppy Bare Naked Expandable Miracle Middle Pillow
Buy new: $29.99
Must have. Get 2 or 3. As she learns to sit up, this is more and more helpful.
Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Newborn Feeding SetDr. Brown's Natural Flow Newborn Feeding Set
Buy new: $24.44
Must haves!! Lots of little parts to clean but a great system. I used the glass ones and they held up super well!
Bright Starts Rattle & Shake BarbellBright Starts Rattle & Shake Barbell
Buy new: $9.95
Great as she learns to use her hands. She can hold it and shake it.
Carter's Boys 3 Months Onesies / Bodysuits 5 PackCarter's Boys 3 Months Onesies / Bodysuits 5 Pack
Carter's Onesies are great. Hold up in the wash with minimal shrinkage. Come in adorable prints.
Carter's Baby Girls 6 Pairs Snuggly SocksCarter's Baby Girls 6 Pairs Snuggly Socks
Great socks. She can't kick them off and hold up well with washing. Come in great colors and designs too.
Medela Pump in Style Advanced Breast Pump with BackpackMedela Pump in Style Advanced Breast Pump with Backpack
Buy new: $249.99
Great pump for working mom. Pretty quiet and efficient. Can pump both sides at once with the right equipment.
Contour Changing Pad Cover - Terry ClothContour Changing Pad Cover - Terry Cloth
Buy new: $14.99
Great, absorbent, soft, durable.
The Happiest Baby on the Block - The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Baby Sleep Longer (DVD)The Happiest Baby on the Block - The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Baby Sleep Longer (DVD)
Buy new: $20.99 / Used from: $8.22
Great DVD to help with swaddling, jiggling, etc. Worked VERY well with my young unhappy infant.
American Red Cross Instant Ear ThermometerAmerican Red Cross Instant Ear Thermometer
Buy new: $24.99
Great thermometer. Doesn't take long to get a reading which is great because you don't have much time.
Hc Aspirator Preemie NasalHc Aspirator Preemie Nasal
Just get the old fashion kind. The new ones are fancy but don't really work as well.
Miracle Blanket - Baby Swaddling Blanket - BlueMiracle Blanket - Baby Swaddling Blanket - Blue
Buy new: $29.90
Don't worry about Swaddlers. Just get big blankets to use. Cheaper and have multiple purposes.
BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Original - City BlackBABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Original - City Black
Buy new: $56.50
Great for strolls around the neighborhood post-partum. This one was good for me but I had to surround her with a blanket since she'd just go to sleep.
Precious Cargo Infant Bucket Cap (CAR16)Precious Cargo Infant Bucket Cap (CAR16)
Buy new: $3.75
Great for those walks to block the bright light.
Cloud b Twilight Turtle - Constellation Night LightCloud b Twilight Turtle - Constellation Night Light
Buy new: $17.93
I haven't gotten this one yet but you'll need a night light for the nursery so you can check on her without waking her up.
Graco Pack 'n Play Playard with Bassinet in Rise and ShineGraco Pack 'n Play Playard with Bassinet in Rise and Shine
Great have for the living room/den.
Graco Lovin' Hug Open Top Swing with Vibration in BetseyGraco Lovin' Hug Open Top Swing with Vibration in Betsey
Buy new: $98.02
I like the old-fashioned ones best. By the time she was old enough to use it, just the rocking motion was enough. Didn't need the bells and whistles.