What Is It Do I Really Need To Buy For My New Baby? While Writing My Latest Book Found At Www.CareForMyBaby.com I Found That This Is A Question A Lot Of New Moms Must Ask Themselves. Having A New Baby Is A Huge Expense, And It Is Hard To Stay On Budget When You See All Of The Cute Outfits In The Stores. While All Of The Tiny Things Are Really Tempting To Buy, Please Keep In Mind That Babies Grow Really Fast. One Of The Biggest Mistakes That New Parents Make Is Over Shopping For Clothes. Remember, You Will Probably Keep Baby In A Lot During Those First Few Months So Cute Outfits With Matching Hats And Shoes May Not Get Any Use. Plus If You Are Going To Have A Baby Shower You Will Receive A Lot Of Cute Outfits Fit For Your Little Bundle Of Joy. Below Is A List Of Things That I Put Together As A Guide For You To Use While Doing Your Shopping. Remember To Do Your Shopping After Your Baby Shower This Way You Will Only Buy What You Need.Health And Safetydigital Thermometernasal Aspiratorinfant Acetaminophen Dropsbaby Monitornight LightBaby Care Productsbaby Shampoobaby Washdiaper Creambaby Nail Clippers Or Safety Scissorsbaby Oillotionbaby Brush And Comba Couple Of Pacifiers (even If You Don't Plan To Use!)Layette And Diapering Newborn Diaperscloth Diaperswraps Or Set Up Diaper Servicebaby Wipes Andor Extra Baby Washclothsdiaper Pailburp Cloths Or Extra Cloth Diapersgownskimonos Or Newborn Sleepers (4-6)receiving Blankets (4-6)swaddling Blankets (2-3)crib Blanket Or Quiltnewborn Socks Or Booties (4-6 Pair)newborn Cap (1-2)hooded Bath Towels And Wash Cloth4-6 T-shirts Or All-in-ones1-2 Sweaters Or Bunting (depending Upon Season)Baby Equipment Baby Carrier (sling, Wrap Or Pack Carrier)infant Seat (have To Bring It To The Hospital!)stroller Or Carriagebouncer Seat Or Swingdiaper BagFurniture And Accessoriesco-sleeperbassinetcradle Or Cribmattress, Waterproof Pads, At Least Two Sheets And Other Beddingchanging Table Or Other Safe Changing Areamobile For The Crib Andor Changing Areachanging Pad And 2 CoversNursing Necessitiesnursing Pillowwashable Or Disposable Nursing Padsrental, Electric Or Manual Breast Pump And Storage Bottles Or Bags If You Plan To Pump Milkfeeding Bottles (2-4 4 Oz To Start), Nipples, And Bottle Brush If You Plan To Use BottlesBelow You Will Find A Short List Of Things New Moms Will Need To Have On Hand.New Mother Caresitzbath Herbsbig Box Of Extra-long Maxi Pads For Locchianursing Nightgown Or Comfy Cotton Pajamassmall Tube Of Modified Lanolin Or Other Product To Soothe Sore Nipplesnursing Bras (1-2 Comfy Nursing Bras Plus A Sleep Bra To Take To The Hospital -- You Can Get More When Your Milk Comes In, In Case Your Size Changes)Other Good Ideaspick Out Birth Announcements (address Envelopes Before Baby Comes, If Possible)make A Belly Cast To Remember This Amazing Time!Also A Good Thing To Know Is That Some Of These Accessories And Gadgets Are Fun To Have. Some Of Them Even Help Make Your Life Easier. However These Are Not Must Haves, All Your Baby Really Needs Is Your Love And Affection And Your Baby Will Grow And Flourish. Remember You Must Have A Car Seat For Baby, Because The Hospital Will Not Let You Leave Without It! Plus You Want To Protect Your Little Miracle In Any Way Possible. Relax And Enjoy This Time With Your Precious Baby Because This Time Will Never Return.If Possible Line Up Friends And Family Who Will Bring Meals Or Come Help You Out At Home After The Baby Is Born (and A Good Friend To Coordinate) Andor Hire A Doula To Help. This Way You Can Spend Even More Time Just Worrying About The Baby, While Someone Else Worries About YOU!
