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Baby 411, 2nd Edition: Clear Answers & Smart Advice for Your Baby's First Year (Baby 411: Clear Answers and Smart Advice for Your Baby's First Year)Baby 411, 2nd 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: $0.18
This is the best book for new moms. Written in an easy format, meant to be used as a reference, and always encouraging. It realizes there is more than one way to raise a baby, but it gives you sound information from a doctor and mother. The closest thing to an instruction book you will ever find for your baby. There is also a Toddler 411. I haven't used it yet, but I plan to.
BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Original - City BlackBABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Original - City Black
Buy new: $57.75
This is a must have for all new moms. Sometimes it is the only way to get stuff done ... free up your hands while still holding your baby. It has also always been a comfort for Kaitlyn. When facing inward, she always falls alseep. When facing outward, she is a happy camper watching the world go by.
Graco MetroLite Travel SystemGraco MetroLite Travel System
Love this travel system. It is nice to have the carseat, base, and stroller all in one product. Graco's snug ride car seat has been rated very high in safety. This has always been a safe, comfortable system for Kaitlyn, and the stroller is super easy to manuever. I would recommend getting a soft strap cover for the harness system for added comfort.
Britax Marathon Convertible Car Seat OnyxBritax Marathon Convertible Car Seat Onyx
Buy new: $279.99
We actually have this is the Luau print, but we LOVE this car seat. You can't put a price on safety, so I highly recommend making the investment to go with a Britax car seat once your baby outgrows the infant seat. We like the marathon because of all the fabric options. It is very comfortable, will fit her forever (up to 65 lbs), and has a removable and washable cover.
Medela Pump & Save Storage Bags 50-pk.Medela Pump & Save Storage Bags 50-pk.
Buy new: $13.49
These bags work great with the Medela Pump. No mess, easy to transport and use, nothing to clean.
Medela Quick Clean Micro-Steam BagsMedela Quick Clean Micro-Steam Bags
Buy new: $5.99
These work really well for keeping the breast pump supplies clean and sterile. It is quick and easy in the microwave and saves a lot of time for cleaning. I also use the Medela wipes immediately after pumping.
Graco Discover and Play Caterpillar Open Top SwingGraco Discover and Play Caterpillar Open Top Swing
Kaitlyn loves this swing! She almost always falls asleep in it, so it works great for a baby who normally does not like to nap. The musical tray stopped working after a couple months, but we contacted Graco and they sent a replacement free of charge. Excellent customer service.
Graco Baby Einstein Discover and Play EntertainerGraco Baby Einstein Discover and Play Entertainer
Well made, and Kaitlyn doesn't get tired of it. She was big enough to start using this at about 3 months. Now (8 months) she has fun spinning around, banging on the noise makers, chewing on the teether, and giggling at the puppet.
Graco Discover & Play Pack 'n Play Portable Playard in Baby EinsteinGraco Discover & Play Pack 'n Play Portable Playard in Baby Einstein
We purchased this to match the rest of the Graco line, but it has served its purpose. It doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles, but Kaitlyn sleeps pretty well in it on trips. Easy to set up and well made.
Fisher-Price Healthy Care Deluxe Booster Seat - Blue/Green/GrayFisher-Price Healthy Care Deluxe Booster Seat - Blue/Green/Gray
Buy new: $29.99
Love this little booster seat. It works well as a high chair for travel, but it is also a quick and easy fix at home. Kaitlyn likes sitting in it and banging on the tray. Very durable and super easy to clean.
Peg Perego Prima Pappa Diner High ChairPeg Perego Prima Pappa Diner High Chair
Although a bit more expensive, I also love this high chair. It is very sturdy, attractive design, easy to clean vinyl seat, comfortable for Kaitlyn, and convenient to roll around the house. The top tray does not easily fit in a small dishwasher, and it stained pretty quickly when we tried carrots. But you can easily buy a replacement tray.
BodyTrends 60/65cm Anti-Burst Blue Exercise Ball and Faster Blaster PumpBodyTrends 60/65cm Anti-Burst Blue Exercise Ball and Faster Blaster Pump
Buy new: $17.95
Doesn't have to be this one, but any exercise ball is recommended. Of course, it can help mom for working off the baby weight, but the real reason I recommend this is for the baby. Kaitlyn loves to bounce and rock, so we hold her while bouncing and rocking back and forth on this ball, and it always calms her down.
Disney's Lullaby AlbumDisney's Lullaby Album by Fred Mollin
Buy new: $10.99 / Used from: $3.72
This album, along with Disney's Lullaby Album Vol 2, always work at night for setting the mood for sleep. Kaitlyn loves the soothing music. She sleeps 11 hours straight at night, and has done so for the past four months, so we are keeping the lullabyes going.
Victor VitoVictor Vito by Laurie Berkner
Buy new: $13.99 / Used from: $8.70
Fun, silly music for baby. The songs get stuck in your head!
Radio Flyer 2700 Pathfinder Wagon, RedRadio Flyer 2700 Pathfinder Wagon, Red
Buy new: $78.00
When baby gets a little older, this is fun for outings. It is a two-seater with harness seatbelt, and includes drink holders. Comfortable for Kaitlyn now at age 8 months, although sunscreen and a hat are a must.
Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Learning PuppyFisher-Price Laugh and Learn Learning Puppy
Buy new: $23.99
Kaitlyn loves this puppy! Lots of songs and activities to keep her entertained. And she likes chewing on the ear.
Listen-Up RoundsListen-Up Rounds
Buy new: $22.99
Kaitlyn loves these. They are the perfect size for her little hands ... one of the first things she ever picked up. She likes shaking them, rolling them, and throwing them. Fisher Price offers other "rounds" to choose from.
Fisher-Price Go Baby Go Sit-To-Stand GiraffeFisher-Price Go Baby Go Sit-To-Stand Giraffe
Buy new: $99.99
Kaitlyn loves this toy. Fun sounds. Encourages standing up, and now she actually pushes it around the house. Always entertains her.