Greetings, all!
The blog this week is brought to you by the one and only Lindsay Bell! Both her and Ma Bell went to register for the first time, where they were introduced to the longest list they’ve ever seen. Ma Bell was able to quickly cut that list in half as they roamed the store. Here are the essentials they came up with for first time moms that are a bit overwhelmed by the list.
1. Sleepy Baby
- Crib
- Crib mattress
- Sound machine
- Swaddle blankets
- Crib bedding set
- Fitted crib sheets (at least 4)
- Monitor
- Humidifier
Bedroom Accessories
- Changing table
- Changing pad (if it doesn’t come in the diaper bag)
- Changing table pad covers
- Dresser
- Hamper
- Hangers
2. Mobile Baby
- Car seat
- Running stroller
- Easy travel stroller
- Diaper bag
3. Playtime Baby
- Infant swing or bouncer
- Play yard
- Baby gym
- Infant toys
- Books
- Music on your iPad
4. Dress Up Baby
- Body suits
- Sleep and play
- Side snap shirts
- Pants
- Socks
- Caps, mittens, booties
5. Hungry Baby
- Breast pump (rent or buy from a friend if you can)
- Nursing pads
- Breast milk storage containers
- Nursing covers
- Nursing support pillow
- Bottles (different sizes) and nipples
- Bibs
- Burping cloths
- Pacifiers
- High chair
6. Clean Up Baby
- Diapers (huggies are our favorites)
- Wipes
- Diaper cream
- Diaper pail
- Bathtub
- Towels
- Wash clothes
- Shampoo, body wash, and lotion
7. Healthy Baby
- Grooming kit
- Thermometer
- Nasal aspirator
- Baby laundry detergent (we love this!)
- Think about baby proofing (gates, outlet covers, etc.)
Special thanks to Mama Bell for her baby expertise! See you all next week.
-LB
Written by our Founder & President, Lindsay Bell!