The Ultimate List for New Moms: Essentials Recommended by a Pro
Are you expecting a little bundle of joy and feeling overwhelmed by all the baby gear out there? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Thank you to our wonderful newborn care specialist, Arlene, for sharing her ultimate list for new moms. With years of experience caring for newborns, she knows exactly what you’ll need to create a safe, comfortable space for your baby.
First on the list are diapering essentials. You’ll want a sturdy changing table with a pad and a couple terry cloth covers. Stock up on plenty of newborn diapers, high-quality wipes, and a diaper pail with liners. Keep diaper cream and gauze on hand as well.
Next up is bath time and hygiene supplies. Grab some soft baby washcloths, gentle liquid soap, a brush, nail clippers, and infant towels. A rectal thermometer, saline drops, and a nasal aspirator are important health items to have from day one. A pro tip is to use Susan Brown’s Baby All Purpose Botanical Gelee, a non-chemical based product, instead of petroleum jelly.
For feeding, you’ll need 4-6 BPA-free bottles with slow-flow nipples to start, plus extras like a bottle drying rack, burp cloths and bibs. If formula feeding, consider Nestle Good Start, K-Mart Little Ones, or Baby’s Only Organic. Breastfeeding moms will want to have a hospital grade pump and milk storage bags ready to go.
Finally, don’t forget cozy clothing, linens, and a few key pieces of furniture and gadgets. Stock up on 8-10 onesies, sleepers and swaddling blankets. You’ll need a crib, mattress, and a few waterproof pads and sheets. A glider chair, night light, white noise machine, and baby monitor are great additions to make those long nights a little easier.
By sticking to this core list from a professional baby nurse, you can feel confident that your nursery will be prepped with all the newborn necessities. And remember, you don’t have to navigate this new journey alone! Hometown Nannies plus is here to support you with our exceptional newborn care services. We place highly experienced, compassionate baby nurses, night nurses and nannies who provide expert care tailored to your family’s needs. Whether you need daytime help, overnight shifts, or 24/7 assistance in those early weeks, our dedicated caregivers will ensure a smooth transition and the nurturing environment your baby deserves. Contact Hometown Nannies plus to learn more about our trusted Hybrid-Household-Staffing™ solutions for your growing family.
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Nursery Essentials Checklist:
– Changing table, pad, and 2 terry cloth covers
– Newborn diapers (100 minimum)
– High-quality baby wipes
– Diaper pail and liners
– Diaper cream
– Gauze pads
– Baby washcloths
– Gentle liquid soap
– Baby hair brush
– Infant nail clippers
– Infant towels
– Rectal thermometer
– Saline drops
– Nasal aspirator
– Susan Brown’s Baby All Purpose Botanical Gelee
– 4-6 BPA-free bottles with slow-flow nipples
– Bottle drying rack
– Burp cloths
– Bibs
– Formula (if not breastfeeding)
– Breast pump and milk storage bags (if breastfeeding)
– 8-10 onesies
– 5+ sleepers
– 2 swaddling/receiving blankets
– Crib and mattress
– 2-3 waterproof mattress pads
– 3 crib sheets
– Glider chair
– Night light
– White noise machine
– Baby monitor