CHECKLIST FOR MOM TO-BE
What you’ll need to have on hand for the early days with your newborn:
Clothing
- 8 undershirts or onesies (mix of short-sleeve and long-sleeve)
- 5 nightgowns (for use until the cord falls off)
- 8 one-piece stretchy sleepers (go for ones with zippers; new moms swear by them!)
- 5 pairs of pants
- 2 newborn hats
- 8 pairs of socks or booties, to wear with nightgowns and outfits
- 2 pairs of scratch mittens, to keep baby from scratching his face
- 2 cardigans or jackets, more in winter
- Bunting bag or snowsuit for winter baby
- Laundry detergent for infants
- 4 outfits for dressing up (optional)
Blankets
- 3 large cotton blankets
- 8 receiving blankets (they also make handy burp cloths)
Feeding
If you’re breastfeeding, you don’t really need any equipment.
Some nursing mothers like to have these items:
- Lots of bibs
- Burp cloths
- Breast pump
- Milk storage containers (here are some essential safety tips on storing breastmilk)
- Nursing pillow
- Nursing bras (if buying before baby is born, buy one cup size larger than your pregnant bra size)
- Breast pads (disposable or washable)
- Lotion for sore nipples
If you are formula feeding:
- Lots of bibs
- Burp cloths
- 8 four-ounce bottles with nipples
- 6 eight-ounce bottles with nipples
- Bottle and nipple brush
- Formula (be sure to check expiry date and note the lot number in case of recalls)
- Thermal bottle carrier
Original article: https://www.todaysparent.com/checklists/newborn-checklist/
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