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New Baby Checklist
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Preparing for a new baby is a fun and challenging task. Below is a checklist of essentials by category.
TRAVEL GEAR / WEATHER
Rear-facing infant car seat
or
infant-toddler (convertible) car seat
Car seat base
for 2nd car
Stroller
(look for one with full recline)
Portable crib or playard
Sling
or
soft carrier
Snap 'N Go Stroller Frame
Stroller Blanket Bag
Stroller Rain Shield
Baby Backpack
Portable Feeding Seats
PLAY TIME / ACTIVITY / TOYS
Bouncer seat
Swing
Jumper
or
Stationary entertainer
Baby Gym
or
playmat
Rattles/teethers
(2 or more)
Developmental toys
Stuffed animals
Crib mirror
Stroller, crib, or car-seat toys
(2 to 3)
SAFETY
Monitor
Safety gate
Corner guards
&
tot locks
DIAPERING
Diapers
Plastic pants
and/or
Velcro covers
(If cloth diapers); 6 - 12
Diaper bag
Diaper pail
and
refills
Rash ointment
and/or powder
Wipes
(at least 2 packs at all times)
CLOTHING
Homecoming outfit
T-shirts
or kimonos (3 to 4)
Shirts and one pieces
(6 to 8)
Coveralls & outfits
(2 to 4)
Layette sets
Sweaters
(2)
Sleepwear & gowns
Receiving blankets
(4 to 6)
Absorbent bibs
(4 to 8)
Booties or socks
(3 to 6 pairs)
Hats
(2 to 4)
Snowsuit
or
bunting
Warm hat
(for winter babies)
NURSERY
Crib
or
bassinet
Mattress pad
(2)
Crib bedding set
Fitted sheets
(2 to 4, cotton and/or flannel)
Crib blankets
(4 to 8)
Sleep positioner
Mobile
Dresser/armoire
Changing table
Changing pad & covers
(2 to 4 covers)
Glider and ottoman
or
rocker
Hamper
Nursery storage
Nursery accessories
(lamps, rugs, etc.)
BABY CARE
Brush
and
comb
First aid supplies
Nail clippers
Thermometer
&
medicine dispensers
Humidifier/vaporizer
FEEDING
Breast pump
Nursing pillow
&
nursing stool
Breast pads
Lap pads
(4 to 6) &
burp cloths
(3 to 4)
Bottles
(6 to 8 of various sizes) and
nipples
Bottle sterilizer
High Chair
(not needed until your child is eating solids at approximately 4 to 6 months)
Infant spoons
(3 to 4)
Spill-proof cups
(1 to 2)
BATHING
Bathtub
or contoured sponge (to fit in standard bath tub)
Bath toys
Wash cloths
(6-8)
Gentle shampoo
or
body wash
Baby lotion
Hooded towels
(2 to 4)
BOOKS, MUSIC, Etc.
Pregnancy
and
childbirth
Breastfeeding
and
parenting
Colorful board books for baby
Lullaby music
Camera
(digital, video, or film)
Baby journal
Other Personalized gifts
*List adapted from Babies R' Us Baby Checklist
