Bulky plastic tubs are annoying, down on your knees. With this you can use the kitchen sink while standing, then transfer him quickly to his towel on the counter. Find the Dex EZ Bather Deluxe, that's better and cheap.

You only need a quarter-sized amount, so it lasts a long time. The lavender smell isn't overpowering, but it's nice and relaxing. My baby has had this in his eyes and it doesn't bother him.

This is perfect for hanging from your changing table. Not too bulky, but enough for your wipes, diapers, creams, and another pocket.

These smaller bottles are great for newborns. You will graduate to the larger ones after two months. They are BPA-free. My baby never had colic or nipple confusion with these.

You'll need a nursing cover to overcome the willies of nursing in public

This will be more useful when you baby passes three or so months, but it is great to warm little legs and feet.

This is a one-shot deal until your child is four years old. It is comfortable, adjustable and has an extra restraining belt. We switched from an infant seat and our son stopped crying in the car. A pad keeps the buckle from digging into his little privates. This doesn't fit into a stroller and can't be used as an infant carrier. Not the best idea if you are in a cold climate.

People ask me where I got this large playard. Overhead I attached two of those fabric poles and hung toys. When I put my son in, he lies staring for 5 minutes, then spends a happy 10 minutes rolling around.

Until your baby turns 1 and you switch your car seat around, you'll like being able to see your child in your rear-view mirror.

This ensures the blanket stays on, and doesnt smother the baby. Get three.

My husband doesn't mind this neutral style, and it is a good size.

This swing got my baby to sleep; perfect for the kitchen so that I could work. There is a lulling waves sound. At five months, he'll grow out of it and you'll need a high chair (I like the one by Evenflo).

You'll need about 10 cotton baby wipes for feeding time.

Put this near your crib. You never know.

Open shelves are good. We kept clothes on the shelves, and I didn't have to worry about him rolling off while I dug around in drawers. We got the Natural Martine table from BabiesRUs; it had a top drawer for his smaller items.

You'll need this when your baby is 5 months plus. They say shopping carts are dirtier than toilets.

You'll be glad for these if you get sore, which you probably will!

Make one of these for grandma, and one for the spouse who's at work. There are also little keychain ones you can get.