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Eva's essential baby items
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Mothering Magazine's Having a Baby, Naturally: The Mothering Magazine Guide to Pregnancy and ChildbirthMothering Magazine's Having a Baby, Naturally: The Mothering Magazine Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth by Peggy O'Mara
Buy new: $14.00 / Used from: $6.22
This is a really great book but a bit preachy. It covers hospital, birth center, and home births. It has a ton of great information. And was great for me since I was a home birther and most books never even mention it.
Natural Family Living: The Mothering Magazine Guide to ParentingNatural Family Living: The Mothering Magazine Guide to Parenting by Peggy O'Mara
Buy new: $16.11 / Used from: $1.88
Again a bit preachy but so informative.
Hip Mama Survival Guide, The: Advice From the Trenches On: Pregnancy,Childbirth,Cool Names,Clueless Doctors,Potty Training,ToddlerHip Mama Survival Guide, The: Advice From the Trenches On: Pregnancy,Childbirth,Cool Names,Clueless Doctors,Potty Training,Toddler by Ariel Gore
Buy new: $19.00 / Used from: $0.01
This book can not be your only baby book. It does not cover enough. But it is a good secondary source, honest, and fun to read.
Top 100 Baby Purees: 100 Quick and Easy Meals for a Healthy and Happy BabyTop 100 Baby Purees: 100 Quick and Easy Meals for a Healthy and Happy Baby by Annabel Karmel
Buy new: $10.88 / Used from: $8.22
If you plan on making your own baby food you don't really need this book because of all the information available on the internet. But I still really loved having and using this book. A lot of reviews criticized the author for some of her recipes including her use of carrots. But I did my own web research and ended up preparing carrots for Eva, and she loved them.
Better Than Peanut Butter & Jelly: Quick Vegetarian Meals Your Kids Will Love! Revised EditionBetter Than Peanut Butter & Jelly: Quick Vegetarian Meals Your Kids Will Love! Revised Edition by Marty Mattare
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $9.86
I haven't actually used this book yet because Eva is too young. But I can't wait to use it.
Belly Laughs: The Naked Truth about Pregnancy and ChildbirthBelly Laughs: The Naked Truth about Pregnancy and Childbirth by Jenny McCarthy
Buy new: $9.32 / Used from: $1.37
A really great book to read. It is so funny. The way she describes her pregnancy made me feel like mine was a walk in the park.
Baby Laughs: The Naked Truth About the First Year of MommyhoodBaby Laughs: The Naked Truth About the First Year of Mommyhood by Jenny McCarthy
Buy new: $10.08 / Used from: $0.81
Again, fun to read.
Global BabiesGlobal Babies by The Global Fund for Children
Buy new: $6.95 / Used from: $1.94
A board book that is so cute and part of the proceeds go to charity.
Sigg Baby Water Bottle (0.3-Liters)Sigg Baby Water Bottle (0.3-Liters)
Buy new: $13.99 - $26.95
And one for baby :)
Philips Avent Isis iQ UNOPhilips Avent Isis iQ UNO
Buy new: $116.41
This breast pump costs a bit more than others but I really like it. I highly recommend getting an electric pump. I tried and hated manual pumps. I figured I could spend a bit more for this one since I saved so much money by breast feeding.
Philips Avent 9oz Magic Trainer Twin PackPhilips Avent 9oz Magic Trainer Twin Pack
Buy new: $9.75
I used these bottles for awhile and I do like them but I wouldn't buy them if I knew then what I know now. After hearing about all the chemicals that bottles leach I have switched to polycarbonate free bottles.
Born Free Drinking Cup - Colors May VaryBorn Free Drinking Cup - Colors May Vary
Buy new: $10.57
These polycarbonate free sippy cups are great. The valve is easier for Eva too so she spits out less.
The Boppy Company Boppy Pillow with Slipcover Baby AnimalsThe Boppy Company Boppy Pillow with Slipcover Baby Animals
Every mom should have a boppy. They are so awesome. It makes nursing so much easier. And Eva loves so sleep with her bobby.
Philips Avent Washable Nursing Pads 6 CountPhilips Avent Washable Nursing Pads 6 Count
Buy new: $5.24
I didn't have to use these very often since Eva and I are normally together. But I highly recommend having them because nothing is more embarrassing then when you have a leak that shows through your shirt.
Glamourmom Nursing Bra Tank, Sm-XLGlamourmom Nursing Bra Tank, Sm-XL
Buy new: $35.99
Skip nursing bras and just buy tanks. You can wear them alone or under a shirt. This way your tummy doesn't show because the first month or so after giving birth you don't want anyone to see! But buy them from Target, so much cheaper.
Totseat - Stripe in PinkTotseat - Stripe in Pink
Buy new: $34.99
The totseat is great! It folds up to fit in any diaper bag.
Fresh Baby So Easy Baby Food/Breast Milk TraysFresh Baby So Easy Baby Food/Breast Milk Trays
Buy new: $12.05
I used these for freezing breast milk and baby food. I read several negative reviews about these but I have never had a problem. I still use them today.
Skip Hop Pronto-BubblegumSkip Hop Pronto-Bubblegum
Buy new: $30.00
A great alternative to carrying a diaper bag. Since I was nursing Eva I really didn't have that much I needed to carry for her. This can carry several diapers, wipes, and has a pocket for small personal items like diaper cream or money.
Skip Hop Duo - Cord-Pale PinkSkip Hop Duo - Cord-Pale Pink
Buy new: $47.86
This diaper bag is great. It has tons of pockets and it is attractive. I don't use the stroller attachment option, I don't have a stroller, but I imagine it would be really handy.
Diapees and Wipees Accessory Bag - Sorbet Disco DotDiapees and Wipees Accessory Bag - Sorbet Disco Dot
Buy new: $14.99
I love little bags and containers. If we are just running out for a few minutes I will put a couple of diapers, a travel wipe container, and a small changing sheet in this.
BabyLegs Gift Set  Leg Warmers - JillBabyLegs Gift Set Leg Warmers - Jill
Baby legs are so awesome. They are adorable and they make diaper changes so much easier since you don't have to unsnap anything.
Arbonne Baby Care (ABC) Herbal Diaper Rash CreamArbonne Baby Care (ABC) Herbal Diaper Rash Cream
This diaper cream is a bit expensive but it works really well. I also use it on Eva's chin and neck when she gets a rash from drooling.
Bummis Super Whisper Wrap Cloth Diaper Cover: Medium (15-30 lbs).Bummis Super Whisper Wrap Cloth Diaper Cover: Medium (15-30 lbs).
Buy new: $11.00
Bummis are my favorite diaper covers. I buy them from another site though because I like the prints.
Palmers Cocoa Butter Tummy Butter 4.4 oz. Jar # 4076Palmers Cocoa Butter Tummy Butter 4.4 oz. Jar # 4076
Buy new: $11.29
This smells so amazing and made my tummy feel better when it was itchy.

Melissa & Doug Pets Wooden Chunky PuzzleMelissa & Doug Pets Wooden Chunky Puzzle
Buy new: $9.60
A great toy. So cute. Melissa and Doug toys are a lot nicer than a lot of the plastic stuff they sell.
Melissa & Doug Wooden SushiMelissa & Doug Wooden Sushi
Buy new: $16.06
Boppy Entertain Me Play GymBoppy Entertain Me Play Gym
Buy new: $64.96
A very entertaining gym and comes with a little baby boppy.
Graco Discover and Play Caterpillar Open Top SwingGraco Discover and Play Caterpillar Open Top Swing
The swing was the only way I could get Eva to be by herself. She always wanted to be held. I highly recommend that every parent buy a swing.
Safety 1st Lift And Lock Security GateSafety 1st Lift And Lock Security Gate
Buy new: $29.77
This gate is a little bit difficult to use. The handle bar doesn't release as easy as I would like it to. But I still think this is the best gate because it doesn't have to be screwed into the wall. You can take it anywhere.