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With a baby on the way, you are likely overwhelmed with never-ending to-dos to welcome your baby. You are just waiting to see and hold your baby for the first time. These moments of excitement are beyond words. The most important thing to do is to put up the baby essentials before the baby arrives. If you are a first-time parent, you must be wondering what the baby essentials are. These are the baby products that you’d like to stock up on in preparation for the baby’s arrival. Below I will list the ten essential baby items.
Crib:
A crib or cradle is simply an infant bed. It is specially designed for infants and very young children. It should be safe and very comfortable for your child. When you purchase a crib for your baby, make sure not to use cribs with drop rails as these are not safe.
Crib mattress:
Infants spend most of their time lying and sleeping on their crib mattresses, especially through their first year, so you need to be very careful while buying a bed for your baby. Always consider the mattress, which offers health and comfort at the same time.
Swaddle blanket:
Mothers have been swaddling their babies for hundreds of years. Swaddling an infant is an art, and if you are a new parent, it will take time for you to swaddle your baby perfectly. Swaddling your little one gives them a peaceful and comfortable sleep, and your baby feels more secure and comforted, just like they were in the womb.
Clothing:
Mothers like to dress up their babies in cute clothes. Add different sizes of baby clothes to your baby registry as most babies grow out of their sizes very quickly. Also consider the season while buying their clothes and hold old your child will be in different seasons.
Diapers:
As a baby’s skin is delicate and sensitive, the diaper’s material should be smooth and baby-friendly. While purchasing a diaper for your baby, ensure that it is made of soft and breathable fabric. Always weigh your baby before a diaper purchase to get the perfect size for your baby.
Bathtub:
Infants tend to need more frequent baths because they get dirty from potty accidents and food mishaps. It is a big challenge, especially for the first-time parent, to safely bathe your baby when it’s cleaning time. The safest and best thing for it is to use a baby bathtub.
Baby soap and shampoo:
Always choose mild shampoos and soaps, which are especially design for a baby’s skin. Use paraben-free products.
Burp cloths:
Burping is an important part of your child’s early life when they still need help getting rid of excess gas. The infant burps and spits the leftover milk. Burp cloths are an essential part of a baby’s feeding routine. They keep all those yucky fluids off you and your baby. Drape them over your shoulder, lap, or arm. These burping clothes are such a life savior.
Bottles:
Whether you’re breastfeeding or formula-feeding, when you introduce bottle feeding to your babies, they have little to no trouble figuring out how to suck from a baby bottle nipple because it feels like a boob. Always consider a bottle with an extra-soft nipple, which makes for an easy latch. Also consider anti-colic nipples, which flex while the baby is feeding, helping prevent air from getting in the baby’s tummy and leading to gas and discomfort.
Stroller:
The stroller makes everyday life easier, especially if you are an outgoing person who loves to travel with your babies. It allows parents to have sanity and some peace of mind.
