 | DaVinci Emily 4-in-1 Convertible Crib in Natural
Buy new: $199.99 Very sturdy and attractive. Note it doesn't have a drop side. I'm 5'4" and it hasn't been an issue yet.
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 | BreathableBaby™ Crib Bumper- Sage Gingham
Current recommendation is NOT to use traditional bumpers due to suffocation/SIDS risk. If you've got an active sleeper who gets stuck in the crib slats, this product is a lifesaver!!!
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 | Chicco Lullaby Play Yard- Iceberg
I have the "Safari" version, which is a very nice neutral color scheme. Very sturdy and well made. I think the directions were loosely translated from the Italian because they were among the more challenging to follow. The remote is fairly pointless. A big plus is the wheels stick out of the carry bag, allowing for easier transport.
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 | Fisher-Price Swing N Glider - Cuddle Bunny
Buy new: $103.99 It runs on A/C power, not just batteries! Need I say more? Seriously, the glider motion is great for newborns. This swing is much larger than the cradle models and the Graco ones I've seen so should last Baby much longer. The music is very pleasant - classical selections and not too tinny.
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 | Fisher-Price Healthy Care High Chair
The seat pad wipes clean and the straps can be removed and washed in the *dishwasher*, as can the snap-in food tray.
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 | Just One Year Bouncer
So-so. One of the cheapest bouncers out there, and it's cute. The music is awful, but the nature sounds are OK. The toy bar comes off too easily. One feature I really like is that it tilts to be completely flat; good for naps.
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 | Linkadoos Barnyard Friends Motion/Music Gym
Buy new: $31.89 Much cheaper than most play mats, and good at an earlier age because the music can be set to play by itself and move the links. Assuming your baby doesn't hate "tummy time", the mat works great for that too. Machine washes and dries overnight.
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 | Tiny Love Symphony-in-Motion Mobile Shapes
The remote is pointless, but this mobile or the similar ones are great. Designed to be interesting for Baby and not just match your decor. The music is very pleasant classical selections.
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 | Evenflo Exersaucer Mega Circus
Good value in Exersaucers. It only has one noisemaking toy which fortunately features an OFF switch. It's a pain to fold but the fact that it does is nice. Also it uses "switcheroos" toys so you can get new ones that attach.
The assembly is somewhat maddening but not too difficult.
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 | Boppy Tummy Play Pad - Blue
Buy new: $29.99 Lame. The Boppy doesn't attach to the "mat". If you have a regular Boppy, then just use that (I didn't like it for feeding, so I didn't), and maybe get the slipcover that has the loops for toys. But this mat ended up being pretty pointless.
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 | The First Years Modular Drying Rack
Buy new: $12.50 See my full review. Minimal counter space and has an included drip tray - place it anywhere!
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 | Single Serve Powdered Formula Dispenser - 2pk
Great for on-the-go bottles if you use powdered formula. Easier to use than the 3-compartment dispenser
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 | Graco Digital Deluxe iMonitor Baby Monitor
Buy new: $86.99 It's a crapshoot if this will work for you- see my full review. If it does, great! We replaced it with the Philips DECT.
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 | Philips Avent Digital Baby Monitor with Zero-Interference DECT Technology
Bought to replace the Graco iMonitor. Ludicrously expensive, but so far NO static, ever. Also like the fact that it doesn't actually broadcast unless the baby is making noise. See my full review.
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 | Uniden TRU8865-2 5.8 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Speakerphone with Caller ID
Not strictly baby gear, but other than generally loving this phone, we have 5 handsets. It offers a room monitor feature so if you've left Baby in a room other than where your monitor is, it's a great way to monitor. I can even walk next door with these and not have any signal problems.
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 | Pampers Swaddlers, Size 1, Economy Plus Pack, 216 Swaddlers
Buy new: $39.99 Worth the price. No other diaper worked for our baby (we tried Target and Huggies as well). After he got mobile though we switched to Huggies.
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 | Hotslings Everyday Collection Baby Carrier Espresso Size 5
Buy new: $36.95 The Baby Bjorn killed my upper back. Baby, hubby, and I all hated it. The Hotsling has been a great alternative. Be sure to get the proper size.
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 | Graco SnugRider Infant Car Seat Stroller Frame
Buy new: $56.50 Don't get a bulky travel system - this frame is great, unfolds in a second, and is very lightweight. Switch to an umbrella once baby outgrows the infant seat.
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 | Baby 411, Third Edition: Clear Answers & Smart Advice for Your Baby's First Year (Baby 411: Clear Answers and Smart Advice for Your Baby's First Year) by Denise Fields
Buy used from: $1.74 If you only buy one baby book, buy this one.
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 | Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child by Marc Weissbluth
Buy new: $10.88 / Used from: $0.70 Read before you need it! Helps you understand how babies sleep and why.
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 | Sassy Who Loves Baby? Photo Book
Buy new: $11.50 Babies love faces - give them your family's to look at!
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 | Sassy Me In The Mirror
Buy new: $13.98 All babies love mirrors, and this is a great inexpensive one that can be used in or out of the crib.
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 | Pat the Bunny (Touch and Feel Book) by Dorothy Kunhardt
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $1.64 De rigeur.
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 | The First Year's Infant To Toddler Tub with Sling Blue
Buy new: $17.99 Good, inexpensive tub. The sling is nice for sponge baths though you'll only use it for a week or two.
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 | Stork Craft Aspen Combo Dresser in Natural
Buy new: $331.48 This has about 30 pieces and steps to assemble, but it's not difficult. Versatile piece that can be used as a regular dresser when you don't need the changer anymore.
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Buy new: $29.99 This one comes with two little screw-snaps so you can attach/remove it to your changing table easily. This is great as baby gets more wiggly. The Circo Velboa covers are really nice too.
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 | Infantino Wall Mounted Mobile - Lion
Buy new: $22.90 Great over the changing table.
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 | Fisher-Price Deluxe Jumperoo
Buy new: $189.99 Good to alternate with the exersaucer. If you have the right kind of doorways (we don't), get a doorway jumper instead.
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