I started cracking away at my shopping list publicly on my blog once I passed the 12-week mark. I was a little scared to buy anything before then, so I only bought a beanie with matching booties. After the 12-week mark I was still scared to buy anything because I wasn’t sure if my little Spawnie was a boy or girl. Now that I know for sure (or at least we’re confidant we saw her lady parts in two different ultrasounds) I’ve feel good going crazy, and I’ve been knocking out a lot of necessities.
I have this list in the back of my Prego Planner and it has ALL SORTS of stuff you need for a new baby. Of course you can adjust it to your needs but as for being a first time mom, I thought it was perfect for me to go by.
Now I’m down to the wire and looking at what I have an what I still need. Any tips for what I can live without, or what I should add?
I’m listing it below, and throughout pregnancy I’ll mark off what I have to have a visual of what I still need. A strike through means I have it!
Crib and/or bassinet
Crib bedding- From Artistic Sensations
Crib mattress
Mattress pad
Waterproof crib liner
Fitted sheets (2-3)
Sleep Positioner
Receiving blankets (4-5)
Changing table
Changing pad
Changing pad covers
Dresser
Rocker/glider- Coming from grandma!
Hamper
Nursery monitor-Coming-Won from The Real Mom TV
Mobile
Night Light
Feeding Supplies
Bottles
Bottle Sterilizer
Bottle brush
Bottle warmer
Bottle drying rack
Nursing pillow
Breast pump
Nursing pads
Nursing cream
Breast shields
Nursing bras
Nursing gown
Milk storage bags
Travel formula dispenser
Pacifiers
Pacifier clips
gas relief drops
High chair
Meal mat
Infant spoons
Sippy cups
Teethers
Bathing
Bathtub
Washcloths (5-10)
Baby wash
Baby shampoo
Baby lotion
Bath toys
Tub toy pouch
Hooded towels (2-4)
ACTIVITY
Toys and More
Swing
Bouncer seat
Play gym
Crib mirror
Jumper
Rattles
Walker- Not getting
Toy Chest
Books and Music
Preggo Planner
Pregnancy books
Childbirth books
Breastfeeding books
Parenting books
Baby book
Journal
Educational music
Lullaby music
OPTIONAL STUFF I’D LIKE
Baby sling
Baby Wrap
Diaper stacker
Nursery curtains-Made by me, Yay!
Pregnancy pillow
Scrapbook
Diapering
Diapers (disposable or cloth)
Wipes (first box)
Wipes warmer don’t need?
Travel pack for wipes
Diaper bag
Diaper pail and refills
Rash ointment
Diaper sacks for travel
Disposable (portable) changing pad
Clothing
Homecoming outfit
T-shirts
Onesies
Sleepwear
Bibs (5-10)
Burp cloths
Booties and socks
Dresses(More than enough)
Hats (2-4) (or 10)
Mittens
Footed rompers
Sweaters
Swaddle blanket
Baby laundry detergent
Stain remover
Baby clothes hangers
BABY CARE
Health
First aid supplies
Thermometer
Medicine dispenser
Baby fever reducer
Nasal aspirator
Humidifier/Vaporizer
Baby brush and comb
Nail clippers
Safety
Safety gate
Corner guards
Outlet covers
Drawer latches
Cabinet locks
Toilet locks
Fireplace bumpers
Fire alarm
Carbon monoxide detector
TRAVEL
Rear-facing infant car seat
Car seat base for 2nd car
Full-size stroller-Coming- Won from Real Mom TV!
Lightweight stroller
Stroller rain shield
Stroller toys
Infant car mirror
Pack and play- Coming from grandma!
Soft carrier
MISCELLANEOUS
Birth announcements
Thank you cards
Stamps
Camera
Camcorder
Picture frames
Growth chart
Batteries
Baby calendar
Personalized items
So, what do you think? Not bad for 34 weeks right? I’m hoping in a couple of weeks my husband and I will get a chance to make a Target and Babies R Us run and get the few essential things we’re still missing.
Sadly, I have nothing in the “health” section yet, but most everything in the “clothing” section… Yikes. You can see where my priorities have been.
Notice anything I’m missing? Anything you never used?
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