The amount of stuff a newborn needs can take any mom-to-be by surprise. So which are the baby items you can forget about, and which are the baby essentials you can’t live without? Here it is: The bare-bones, nothing-but-the-basics list of baby items you’ll want to stock up on before your newborn arrives.
Newborn Baby Checklist
Newborn Baby Clothing
- Bodysuits ( 8+)
- Socks (10+)
- Hats (4)
- Soft shoes (2)
- the Undershirts (5+)
- One-piece pajamas (3+)
- Blanket sleepers for the use during winter days(2+)
- Sweaters or jackets (buttoned in the front 4+)
- Socks or booties (5+)
- Hats (for winter and summer 3+)
- No-scratch mittens (3)
Newborn Baby Gear
- Baby carrier (1)
- Backpack carrier (1)
- Diaper bag (1)
- Outlet covers (12+)
- Travel crib (1)
- First aid kit (1)
- Baby swing or Bouncer (1)
- Baby monitor (1)
- Baby gates (2+)
- Outdoor blanket (1)
- Baby sling/wrap (1)
Bath Time and Diapering
- Baby tub (1)
- Hooded towels (3+)
- Washcloths (6+)
- Baby shampoo (2+)
- Baby oil (2+)
- Baby body wash (2+)
- Baby lotion (2+)
- Baby vaseline (1+)
- Diaper rash cream (2+)
- On-the-go changing pad (1)
- Baby wipes (5+)
- Diaper pail (1)
- Diaper pail refills (4+)
- Wipes holder (1)
- Baby hairbrush
- Cloth diapers (8+)
- Diaper covers (8+)
- Disposable newborn-size diapers (3+ boxes)
- Gentle laundry detergent (2)
Newborn Feeding
- Nursing pillow (1)
- Bottle cleaning brush (1)
- Breast pump + accessories (1)
- Bottle drying rack (1)
- Nursing bras/tanks (5+)
- Bibs (7+)
- Burp cloths (6+)
- Food storage containers (4)
- Nursing cover (1)
- Bottles (12+)
- Pacifiers (4+)
- Baby food processor (1)
- Portable high chair (1)
- Nipple cream(1)
- Nursing pads(6+)
- Milk storage bags(6+)
- Dishwasher basket for small items(1)
- Formula (if not nursing 2+)
Toys for Newborns
- Activity gym (1)
- cradle mobile (1)
- Rattles & Teethers (4+)
- Floor mat (1)
Baby Bedtime Needs
- Swaddle blankets (10+)
- Nightlight (1)
- One-piece Pajamas (3+)
Baby Car Seat and Accessories
- Infant car seat (1)
- Extra infant car seat base (1+)
- Convertible car seat (1)
Baby Health Products
- Thermometer(1)
- Petroleum jelly or Vaseline(1)
- sterile gauze (used for circumcision care)(2+)
- First aid kit(1)
- Baby nail clippers (1)
Baby Strollers and Accessories
- Baby Stroller (1)
- Infant car seat adapter (1)
- Head/body support (1)
- Lightweight stroller (1)
- Stroller travel bag (1)
- Stroller rain cover (1)
- Stroller cup holder (1)
- Stroller sun cover (1)
- Stroller footmuff (1)
- Stroller snack tray (1)
Baby Bedding and Furniture
- Baby’s cot / bed(1)
- Changing pad cover (3)
- Night light (1)
- Firm and flat baby’s cot mattress (1)
- Baby’s cot mattress protector (2)
- Baby’s cot bedding set (2+)
- Changing pad (1)
- Nursing chair + ottoman (1)
- Bassinet / cradle (1)
- Dresser and Changing table (1)
- Music Soothers (1)
- Soft, light receiving blankets(6+)