New Baby Checklist

Clothes

  • 4 - 6 x body suits or singlets – you will need - 4 x 0000 for the first 4 weeks then 6 size 000 for  4 – 12 weeks
  • 6 - 8  x jumpsuits – you will need - 4 x 0000 for the first 4 weeks then 6 size 000 for  4 – 12 weeks
  • Cardigan or jacket
  • 4 - 6 x cotton or muslin wraps – summer baby
  • 4  - 6 x flannelette – winter baby
  • Socks
  • 6 or more bibs
  • Hat

Nappy changing

  • Disposable (new born size) or
  • 2 dozen x cloth (terry toweling or Bambino mio)
  • Liners (optional)
  • Pilchers
  • Nappy fasteners
  • Nappy disposal system OR Nappy bucket with lid  
  • Change table (optional)
  •  Change mat
  • Baby wipes or cotton wool and water
  • Nappy sacks

Sleeping

  • Bassinet and stand (optional) and firm mattress OR
  • Snuggle bed (optional)
  • Nursery monitor and breathing monitor (optional)
  • Cot and mattress
  • 3 x sheet sets
  • 2 - 3 x mattress protectors
  • 2 - 3 x blankets
  • Night light (optional)

Out and About

  • Sling / pouch and/or backpack (optional)
  • Pram or stroller
  • Baby bag with change mat
  • Standards approved baby restraint - Capsule / convertible car seat
  • Head support
  • Window sun protectors
  • Baby view mirror (optional)
  • Travel cot (optional)
  • Pram toys
  • Sun cover (optional)
  • Rain cover for pram

Baby bathing

  • Bath
  • Non-slip mat
  • Bath thermometer
  • 4 - 6 x face washers
  • 2 - 3 x towels
  • blunt end scissors
  • basic toiletries
  • comb and brush set
  • baby shampoo
  • bath toys

Toys

  • Activity rug / play gym
  • Soft toys / rattles
  • Rocker / bouncer

Feeding Equipment

  • Breast pads
  • 3 - 4 x maternity bra
  • 2 x crop tops
  • Breast pump
  • Bottles and teats
  • 4 - 6 x bibs
  • Formula dispenser
  • Formula
  • Bottle / food warmer (optional)
  • Bottle and teat brushes
  • Sterilising system
  • Dummy (optional)

Weaning

  • 1 -2 x feeding bowls
  • 1 -2 x soft spoons
  • Soft drinking spouts
  • High chair
  • High chair floor protector (optional)
  • Food processor (optional)

Miscellaneous

  • Thermometer
  • Medical dispensers
  • Teething ring
  • Safety gate(s)
  • Assorted safety products (i.e.: drawer locks)
  • Potty
  • Bathroom step
  • Power point plug covers
  • Mobile (not phone!)

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