Things to buy for a new baby

Congratulations on your new addition! Here's a comprehensive list of things to consider buying for your new baby:

Clothing:

  1. Onesies or baby bodysuits (6-8 onesies in various sizes)
  2. Sleepers (2-3)
  3. Footed rompers (2-3)
  4. T-shirts (6-8)
  5. Pants (6-8)
  6. Dresses or skirts (2-3)
  7. Socks (6-8 pairs)
  8. Hats and caps (2-3)
  9. Mittens or baby gloves (2-3 pairs)
  10. Swaddle blankets or sleep sacks (2-3)

Diapering Essentials:

  1. Diapers (disposable or cloth)
  2. Diaper wipes
  3. Diaper cream
  4. Burp cloths (6-8)
  5. Changing pad or table

Baby Gear:

  1. Crib or bassinet
  2. Crib mattress and fitted sheet
  3. Crib mobile or activity center
  4. Stroller or baby carrier
  5. Car seat
  6. Baby monitor or baby movement tracker
  7. Baby swing or vibrating chair
  8. Baby gym or playmat
  9. Baby bathtub or sink insert
  10. Baby lotion, oil, and powder

Feeding Essentials:

  1. Breast pump (if breastfeeding)
  2. Nursing pads (if breastfeeding)
  3. Bottles and nipples
  4. Formula (if not breastfeeding)
  5. Pacifiers (if needed)
  6. Baby food and utensils (if starting solids)
  7. Bibs (2-3)
  8. Burp cloths (6-8)

Bath Time:

  1. Baby washcloths (6-8)
  2. Baby shampoo and body wash
  3. Baby oil or lotion
  4. Baby towels (2-3)
  5. Bath support or seat

Sleep and Bedtime:

  1. White noise machine or fan
  2. Mobile or activity center for the crib
  3. Sleep sack or swaddle blanket
  4. Baby monitor or movement tracker
  5. Crib sheets and blankets

Miscellaneous:

  1. Baby books or journals
  2. Baby toys (e.g., rattles, soft toys, teething toys)
  3. Baby music or white noise CDs
  4. Baby carrier or sling
  5. Baby gym or playmat
  6. Baby mirror or reflection toy
  7. Baby playpen or playard
  8. Baby gates or safety gates

Personal Care Items:

  1. Baby nail clippers
  2. Baby thermometer (oral or digital)
  3. Baby lotion, oil, and powder
  4. Baby shampoo and body wash
  5. Baby oil or massage oil

Remember, you don't need everything at once. You can always add more items as you go along and get a feel for what your baby needs. Additionally, consider borrowing or receiving hand-me-downs from friends or family members to save money and reduce waste.