Whether you're filling out a baby registration form or listing items you want to buy yourself, it's easy to get overwhelmed when deciding what to buy. Satisfy your baby's needs with your favorite items - discover ten must-have baby items to make life easier.
1. Baby carrier
A baby carrier allows you to practice dressing or resting your baby while keeping your hands free. Once your baby is about four months old, you can use a baby carrier to soothe and bond with your baby. Determine which type of baby carrier is the most comfortable and functional for you and your baby, and follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure your baby's comfort and safety.
2. Stroller
A baby carrier allows you to secure your baby to your body, and a stroller is another must-have baby product that makes life easier. A stroller allows you to travel long distances with your baby in comfort. Depending on the stroller you choose, you may also have excellent storage capacity.
Compare the advantages of different types of strollers and choose the one that fits your lifestyle. Multi-purpose strollers have a lot of special features, but lightweight strollers are great for travel and easier to navigate through crowded or tight areas. If you like to run, you can use the jogging stroller for a pastime with your baby.
3. Change table or pad
You'll be changing a lot of diapers, and a secure diaper changing station will help you do it efficiently. Organize all diaper gear around the changing table, including diapers, wipes, cream, a pile of clean baby clothes, and a diaper pail.
You can use a changing table, a piece of furniture specially made for changing diapers, or you can place a changing pad on your dresser. Some parents choose to use the changing table as the primary changing station and use the changing pads in the secondary changing position.
4. Diaper bag
The diaper bag makes it easy to run errands or go out with your baby. Diaper bags come in many different styles, including backpacks, messenger bags, and totes. Find a bag with lots of compartments to organize your baby's essentials, such as diapers, wipes, diapers, hand soap, burp cloths, feeding supplies, pacifiers, and clean clothes.
5. Baby first aid kit
Use a well-stocked baby first aid kit to prepare for minor injuries or illnesses. As with all first aid kits, organizing these supplies means you're ready to quickly resolve any incident.
Your kit can include items such as rash cream, nasal aspirator, antiseptic wipes, ointment for cuts, bandages, nail clippers, and baby tweezers. You can buy a complete kit or assemble one yourself, just make sure everything is safe for baby to use. For example, baby nail clippers are designed so that you can safely trim small and toenails.
6. Crib
A crib keeps your baby safe while they sleep. Use a firm mattress that fits snugly against the crib and covers the mattress with a sheet. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends keeping babies' sleeping areas away from loose bedding and soft items for the first 12 months of life. This means avoiding cushions, blankets and pillows in the crib.
As with the other items on this list, be sure to compare crib options. Consider your budget, space and features of the crib. For example, as your child grows, you can turn a cot into a toddler bed.
7. Car Seats
A car seat is an essential baby product that protects your child in the event of a crash. When considering car seats, choosing the right seat for your child's height and weight is critical. Once your baby is past the infant seat, don't delay moving them to a larger seat. Place your baby's car seat in the back row, away from the airbag, and secure the seat securely and correctly according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Another practical consideration is the ease of installation of the car seat, as well as other factors such as stroller compatibility, portability and ease of cleaning.
8. Feed the pillow
Whether you're feeding your baby or bottle-feeding your baby, a feeding pillow is a great baby product to reduce stress on your arms, shoulders, and neck. The U-shaped pillow sits on your lap and wraps around your body, and you can use it to hold your baby in a comfortable feeding position.
Feeding pillows also have other benefits. If you've had a C-section, a pillow can make feedings more comfortable because it relieves pressure on your healing belly. Pillows can also support your baby when lying down.
Choose a pillow that is the right thickness and length for your body. If you have a longer torso, you may want a thicker pillow.
9. Baby clothes
Your little one will soon be wearing larger than newborn clothes, but they will need multiple layers in case of messy spitting and flat tires. Keep your baby warm with an assortment of bodysuits, bodysuits, t-shirts, trousers, robes, beanies, socks and booties.
While swaddles aren't clothes, your baby will spend a lot of time wrapped up in these little blankets. Get a few swaddling blankets ready and learn proper swaddling techniques to hold your baby safely.
10. Toys and Lovers
Toys and lovers will comfort your baby and promote their development. Newborns don't play with toys right away, but once your baby becomes aware and interested in toys, you'll see how important they are to your baby's health.
You can use toys to help your baby reach age-appropriate milestones. For example, from zero to two months, your baby will start making eye contact and tracking the movement of objects. Put a plush toy in front of your baby on their stomach to exercise their neck and core muscles and visual abilities.
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