Baby Checklist
Every parent wants to give their baby the perfect beginning to life, but sometimes the decisions surrounding what you will need for your new baby can be overwhelming! To make things a little easier, we have put together a list of all the essentials you and your little one will need when you first start off.
You'll notice that every item on the list is in either red or black writing. The items in red are the essentials, and those in black are some accessories that may help to make life a little easier.
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| Bed Time | Suggested Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bassinette / Bassinette Mattress | 1 |
| Cot / Cot Mattress | 1 |
| Mattress Protector | 1 |
| Sheets | 3 Sets |
| Blankets | 1 - 2 |
| Safe T Sleep™ Sleepwrap ® | 1 |
| Cuddle Rug / Wrap | 1 |
| Quilt | 1 |
| Bumper | 1 |
| Mobile | Various |
| Nightlight | 1 |
| Baby Monitor | 1 |
| Play Time | Suggested Quantity |
| Bouncinette | 1 |
| Playgym / Mat | 1 |
| Rattles | Various |
| Excerciser & Stand | 1 |
| Books / DVD's / Music | Various |
| Swing | 1 |
| Bath & Changing | Suggested Quantity |
| Baby Bath | 1 |
| Gauze Face Cloths / Towels | 2 - 3 |
| Cotton Towel | 2 |
| Changing Pad | 1 |
| Nappy Bucket | 1 - 2 |
| Baby Brush & Comb | 1 set |
| Bath Insert | 1 |
| Change Table | 1 |
| Bath Toys / Holder | Various |
| Nail Clippers | 1 |
| Baby Wipes | 1 |
| Nappy Disposal Unit | 1 |
| Shampoos, Creams | Various |
| Feeding | Suggested Quantity |
| Highchair | 1 |
| Bibs | 6 |
| Highchair Spill Mat | 1 |
| Bottles | 2 - 6 |
| Teats | 2 - 6 |
| Bottle Brush | 2 - 6 |
| Pacifier | 1 |
| Sterlizer | 1 |
| Bottle Warmer | 1 |
| Medicine Spoon | 1 |
| Breast Shields | 1 |
| Nursing Pads | 6 pairs |
| Breast Pump | 1 |
| Feeding pillow | 1 |
| Nipple Cream | 1 |
| Mother's Feeding Chair | 1 |
| Clothing | Suggested Quantity |
| Vests Summer | 6 |
| Vests Winter | 6 |
| Nappies (Clothlike or Disposable) | 3 doz |
| Nappy pins | 2 pkts |
| Overnaps | 4 - 6 |
| Growsuits | 6 |
| Socks / Booties | 4 pairs |
| Hats | 2 |
| Cuddle Rugs | 3 |
| Scratch Mittens | 4 |
| Bodysuits | 4 |
| Sleepsuits / Nightgowns | 2 |
| Out & About | Suggested Quantity |
| Pram / Stroller | 1 |
| Capsule (hire / buy) | 1 |
| Car Seat (hire / buy) | 1 |
| Nappy Bag | 1 |
| Pram Liner | 1 |
| Pram Foot Muff | 1 |
| Stormcover | 1 |
| UV Sunshade | 1 |
| Head Snuggler | 1 |
| Sunblind | 1 |
| Front / Backpack | 1 |
| Pram toys | various |
| Portable Cot & Mattress | 1 |
| Baby on Board Sign | 1 |
| Babyview Mirror | 1 |
| Health & Safety | Suggested Quantity |
| Door / Stair Barrier | Various |
| Playpen | 1 |
| Bedrail | 1 |
| Vaporizer / Refills | 1 |
| Thermometer | 1 |
| Anti Slip Bath Insert Mat | 1 |
| Cupboard Safety Locks | Various |
