***Stroller
Jogger, umbrella, an occasional car seat stroller frame
***Kok0pax
Prefers this to all things - energy or tired, independent or dependent, this carrier reigns above all others. He can't get enough.
***Jumperoo
Fisher Price Precious Planet Jumperoo reigns above Baby Einstein. I have both. This gift keeps on giving. 5-9 months, going strong.
***Food Processor and Ice Trays
Make your own baby food. It's easy - you boil your fresh fruits and veggies and freeze them in ice trays. Microwave and serve.
***Baby Mum Mums
Crispy rice biscuit your baby will love to learn to chew with - ages 6-9 months. NECESSARY for going out to eat with baby. I've only seen these at Walmart.
***Pacifier
They're going to have that sucking sensation for at least 2 years - pacifiers keep things out of his month that he wants to "taste". Also great for any fussiness.
***Yoga Ball
He likes to stand up next to it. Helps his balance. Also benefits in stretching for baby and mama.
***Books Book Books
He never gets tired of these.
***Water Bottle
Get your baby his own mini water bottle. They love to pretend with these, plus it teaches them to drink out of regular containers and is practice for healthy water consumption.
***Toys Toys Toys
Pay attention to what he likes. Most often the cheaper options are his go-to. But a number of toys IS NECESSARY no matter what you hear. Go on and splurge if it keeps him entertained. He's a baby - you won't spoil him at this age. When we are out, we give him one toy at a time - when he gets bored, we put that one away and give him another. That is why he is so good when we go out to eat or visit ppl.
sweetness follows
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Must-Have Baby Items (0-3 Months)
Want to save money? Use Craigslist or Amazon for cheaper options...
***Halo Sleep Sac
Safest sleeping clothes before they can stand on their own.
***Bouncer
Puts him to sleep when fussy WHEN peddling it with your foot - Fisher Price Soothe N Play Bouncer - Woodland Animals
***Nursing pillow
Any kind is fine, but My Brest Friend is supposed to be the best.
***Play Mat
Keeps him busy for 20-45 mins at at time - Tiny Love Gymini Super Deluxe - Lights and Music
***Carrier
Beco or Ergo - check the differences to see what works well for you - I got Beco for the thinner shoulder straps since I have sloping shoulders plus it works better for longer torso ppl and more support for baby...I see ppl wearing Ergo's more so, but I've now used both and prefer the Beco:
***Bjorn with lumbar support
We have the Synergy. He hated this at the beginning then loved it between 3-6 months when he could face out (I think it can bother there hips if you have them facing towards you). After 17 pds though, it was too heavy for me so I moved onto the Kokopax.
***Kokopax
BEST carrier ever (when they can sit up on their own - around 5 mts). For grocery store, hiking, festivals, bars, wherever. They are super fast and easy and the baby loves it b/c he can see forward and is up high and can rest his feet on the bar. He still prefers this over anything at 9 months...
***Nap Nanny
Not sure we'd have such a great sleeping child without this - helps especially if yours has gas or reflux - LOVE IT! A must-have for a tough sleeper or if your kid refuses to be put down on his back. NEVER use in a crib with bumpers - they will eventually figure out how to worm out and that is when you transition out of the Nap Nanny.
***Pampers Swaddlers
These are WAY softer and more protective than other diapers. After Size 2-3, moved onto Luvs b/c I didn't like the Dry Max chemical smell of the Pampers (only used in bigger sizes).
***Diaper Champ, Genie, whatever
I didn't want this but Matt did and it's awesome - makes it much easier but still use an odor absorbing thing b/c it will get smelly in a few more months :p
***Onesies w/ feet/Pajamas
WAY easier than tops and bottoms when they are tiny
***Aquaphor
Great for any bum redness and your hands, your lips and for removing your makeup :p
***Lansolin
Absolutely necessary for breastfeeding mothers the first 2 weeks or more
***Sensitive Baby Wipes (no perfumes/unscented, hypoallergenic)
Keeps away bum redness - Pampers Sensitive are best b/c not so damp and super soft.
***Pacifier and pacifier connector
I was anti-pacifier until I had the breastfeeding down and my milk was freely flowing - this is a great soother and helps him fall asleep better. Also, by 3 mths, it helps keep their mouths off of other things when you are out and they want to taste everything. Gross.
***Medela Breast Pump
Single pump works fine for me - necessary for breastfeeders who want/need to be away from their baby for more than 2 hr increments of time
Medela Swing Single Electric Breastpump
***Bottles
Love Tommee Tippee. Tried Dr. Brown's and wasn't impressed - leaky and harder for him to learn to hold.
***Medela Nipple Shield
Great for beginning breastfeeding
***Bottle Rack
The First Years Spin and Store Drying Rack
***Graco SnugRider Infant Car Seat Frame Stroller
AMAZING for on-the-go mom - SHOPPING necessity
***Stroller
http://www.babyjogger.com/city_mini_lp.aspx or
http://www.babyjogger.com/summit_xc_lp.aspx
***Mobile
The more patterns of black and white and crazy colors, the better
***Safety 1st See Baby Soft Mirror
***Infantino Sunny Sunshine Crib Toy
Great for changing table or crib
***Baby Einstein DVDs
Baby Einstein: Baby's First Sign Language DVD Set
***Your Baby Can Read
***Mommy Hook
Needed for shopping bags
***Baby Hearing Protectors/Ear Muffs - for concerts
***can't have enough blankets, wash clothes, bibs, bottles
*** Miracle Blanket
The only swaddler you will need - we didn't swaddle him until the 3 month mark
*** Bumbo
Started around 3 months - nice, but not a must-have - we also have the tray that attaches to it
***Evenflo Baby Go High Chair, Limeade - Loves this too. Once they start eating food, this is handy for day trips and all traveling.
***Halo Sleep Sac
Safest sleeping clothes before they can stand on their own.
***Bouncer
Puts him to sleep when fussy WHEN peddling it with your foot - Fisher Price Soothe N Play Bouncer - Woodland Animals
***Nursing pillow
Any kind is fine, but My Brest Friend is supposed to be the best.
***Play Mat
Keeps him busy for 20-45 mins at at time - Tiny Love Gymini Super Deluxe - Lights and Music
***Carrier
Beco or Ergo - check the differences to see what works well for you - I got Beco for the thinner shoulder straps since I have sloping shoulders plus it works better for longer torso ppl and more support for baby...I see ppl wearing Ergo's more so, but I've now used both and prefer the Beco:
***Bjorn with lumbar support
We have the Synergy. He hated this at the beginning then loved it between 3-6 months when he could face out (I think it can bother there hips if you have them facing towards you). After 17 pds though, it was too heavy for me so I moved onto the Kokopax.
***Kokopax
BEST carrier ever (when they can sit up on their own - around 5 mts). For grocery store, hiking, festivals, bars, wherever. They are super fast and easy and the baby loves it b/c he can see forward and is up high and can rest his feet on the bar. He still prefers this over anything at 9 months...
***Nap Nanny
Not sure we'd have such a great sleeping child without this - helps especially if yours has gas or reflux - LOVE IT! A must-have for a tough sleeper or if your kid refuses to be put down on his back. NEVER use in a crib with bumpers - they will eventually figure out how to worm out and that is when you transition out of the Nap Nanny.
***Pampers Swaddlers
These are WAY softer and more protective than other diapers. After Size 2-3, moved onto Luvs b/c I didn't like the Dry Max chemical smell of the Pampers (only used in bigger sizes).
***Diaper Champ, Genie, whatever
I didn't want this but Matt did and it's awesome - makes it much easier but still use an odor absorbing thing b/c it will get smelly in a few more months :p
***Onesies w/ feet/Pajamas
WAY easier than tops and bottoms when they are tiny
***Aquaphor
Great for any bum redness and your hands, your lips and for removing your makeup :p
***Lansolin
Absolutely necessary for breastfeeding mothers the first 2 weeks or more
***Sensitive Baby Wipes (no perfumes/unscented, hypoallergenic)
Keeps away bum redness - Pampers Sensitive are best b/c not so damp and super soft.
***Pacifier and pacifier connector
I was anti-pacifier until I had the breastfeeding down and my milk was freely flowing - this is a great soother and helps him fall asleep better. Also, by 3 mths, it helps keep their mouths off of other things when you are out and they want to taste everything. Gross.
***Medela Breast Pump
Single pump works fine for me - necessary for breastfeeders who want/need to be away from their baby for more than 2 hr increments of time
Medela Swing Single Electric Breastpump
***Bottles
Love Tommee Tippee. Tried Dr. Brown's and wasn't impressed - leaky and harder for him to learn to hold.
***Medela Nipple Shield
Great for beginning breastfeeding
***Bottle Rack
The First Years Spin and Store Drying Rack
***Graco SnugRider Infant Car Seat Frame Stroller
AMAZING for on-the-go mom - SHOPPING necessity
***Stroller
http://www.babyjogger.com/city_mini_lp.aspx or
http://www.babyjogger.com/summit_xc_lp.aspx
***Mobile
The more patterns of black and white and crazy colors, the better
***Safety 1st See Baby Soft Mirror
***Infantino Sunny Sunshine Crib Toy
Great for changing table or crib
***Baby Einstein DVDs
Baby Einstein: Baby's First Sign Language DVD Set
***Your Baby Can Read
***Mommy Hook
Needed for shopping bags
***Baby Hearing Protectors/Ear Muffs - for concerts
***can't have enough blankets, wash clothes, bibs, bottles
*** Miracle Blanket
The only swaddler you will need - we didn't swaddle him until the 3 month mark
*** Bumbo
Started around 3 months - nice, but not a must-have - we also have the tray that attaches to it
***Evenflo Baby Go High Chair, Limeade - Loves this too. Once they start eating food, this is handy for day trips and all traveling.
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