baby checklist of needs
Here is a checklist of your baby needs. I did some research on the internet and compiled a list that should help you new parents out.
Baby Needs: Clothing and Layette
* 5-10 onesies or rompers, depending on how often you want to do laundry
* 5-7 baby sleepers or nightgowns
* 1 cold weather sleeper if necessary
* 5-7 pairs of baby socks
* 1-2 newborn hats, depending on climate
Baby Needs: Diapers and Bath Items
* 2 packs of disposable diapers or enough cloth diapers for at least two days. Newborns can soil up to 10 diapers per day.
* 1 pack of disposable wipes or 10 cloth wipes
* Waterproof pad for diaper changes
* 3-5 baby washcloths
* 1-2 hooded towels, if desired. Adult towels will work, too.
* 1 bottle of gentle baby wash
* Baby nail clippers
* Digital thermometer
Baby Needs: Bedding and Feeding
* 3-4 fitted sheets for crib, cradle, cosleeping bassinet or traditional bassinet
* 5-7 lightweight blankets
* 1-2 heavier blankets, depending on climate
* 10 burp cloths
# 5-8 bottles, if you’re bottle feeding
# Breastfeeding pillow, if desired
0-6 Months
* Baby Bed (bassinet, co-sleeper, play yard, and/or crib)
* Bedding
* Basic midweight stroller or travel system
* Bath Tub for Baby
* Bottles
* Bouncer Seat
* Breast Pump
* Breastfeeding Pillow
* Carrier and/or Sling
* Diapers (cloth & disposable)
* Diaper Bag
* Diaper Pail
* Health & Baby Care Items
* High Chair
* Layette
* Lightweight Stroller
* Monitor
* Nursing Bras
* Nursing Tops
* Play Mat and/or Baby Gym
* Rear-Facing Car Seat
* Swing and/or Baby Jumper
* Toys
Furniture and Accessories
•co-sleeper/bassinet/cradle or crib
•mattress, waterproof pads, at least two sheets and other bedding
•changing table or other safe changing area
•mobile for the crib and/or changing area
•changing pad and 2 covers
Nursing Necessities
•nursing pillow
•washable or disposable nursing pads
•rental, electric or manual breast pump and storage bottles or bags if you plan to pump milk
•feeding bottles (2-4 4 oz to start), nipples, and bottle brush if you plan to use bottles (Dr. Browns bottles specifically recommended by Chouette Design customers)
•sports-bottle for much-needed water!