Baby
Shopping List
During your pregnancy, you have so many
decisions to make, and so much to prepare before your
new baby is born. You may want to begin purchasing clothing,
a car seat, and furniture for the baby. Don't forget about
all the items your new baby will need on a daily basis,
such as diapers, wash cloths, bottles, burp cloths, and
more! If you are having a baby shower, your friends and
family may also ask you what items they can help you with.
We recommend talking to other new moms about the items
they purchased for their babies, and the brands that they
recommend. There are so many baby items and different
brands to choose from, that it may be helpful to get some
expert advice, so that you will not be stressed about
these decisions.
The National Women's Health Information
Center (NWHIC) has provided the following list of items
a new born baby will need to help you in your shopping
efforts, so you can concentrate on staying healthy, resting,
and being excited for your new baby's birth. If you have
any additional questions about the safety of baby products,
we recommend that you ask your health care provider. The
most important thing to remember is that your baby only
needs food, shelter and you; so don't be overwhelmed by
the numerous baby products available.
WHAT THE BABY WILL NEED AT THE
HOSPITAL
- Baby shirt and sleeper
- Receiving blanket
- Diapers and wipes (some hospitals
provide an initial supply of these)
- Safety pins and rubber or nylon pants
(if you are using cloth diapers)
- Heavy blanket, sweater, and hat, for
the baby, if the weather is cold.
- Infant car seat
- Diaper bag
SAFETY ITEMS
- Night Lights, or soft lighting
- Baby Monitor
- Baby Nail/Clippers/Scissors Manicure
Set
THINGS YOU'LL NEED TO
TRANSPORT THE BABY
- Car seat - you will need to find
out the specifications for a car seat that will fit
in your car. All car seats are not made alike.
- Stroller
- Backpacks and soft carriers
- Diaper bag - since this is something
you will be carrying around for about 3 years, choose
one that is comfortable and durable for you.
THE BABY'S ROOM
- Crib, and crib linens
- Play pen, etc.
- Changing table
- Dresser
- Glider or Rocking Chair
SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR YOUR
HOME
- Diapers or cloth diapers - we recommend
that you get a couple of different brands of diapers
so you can test them out and choose your favorite.
- Receiving Blankets
- Clothing
- Bottles - be sure to get the correct
size of nipples, such as preemie, or newborn.
- Breast pump - if you plan to breast
feed.
- Pacifier
- Bathtubs
- Washcloths
- Hooded Towels
- Diaper disposal system - good to have,
but not necessary.
- Burp Cloths and waterproof lap pads
THINGS YOU'LL NEED AS
THE BABY GETS OLDER
- Outlet protectors
- Toys
- Books
- Walker
- High Chair
- Gates
The National Women's Health Information
Center (NWHIC)
