Who knew that one tiny person could need so much! Here are the basic necessities to keep in mind when preparing your registry.
Clothes
- Hat
- Socks
- Onesies
- Footed pajamas
Feedings
- Bibs
- Burp clothes/ cloth diapers
- Bottles
- Bottle and nipple brush
- Dishwasher basket/bottle dryer
Diapers
- Diapers (At least newborn and size 1)
- Wipes
Bath time
- Infant Tub
- Washcloths
- Coconut oil or baby shampoo
- Soft-bristled baby brush
- Hooded towel
Bedtime
- Crib
- 3 fitted sheets (1 on bed, 1 in laundry, 1 back up)
- Sleep sack
- Cotton blankets
- Receiving blankets
Medical
- Nail clipper
- Bulb syringe or NoseFrieda
- Baby thermometer (1 rectal, 1 not rectal)
- Coconut oil/ diaper rash cream
- Cotton balls/ q-tips
Diaper Bag
- Diapers
- wipes
- Baby Carrier/wrap
- Extra outfit
- wet bag (for dirty diapers/clothes)
- Blanket
- Toy
- Snacks (for you)
- Water (for you)
- Nursing cover (if needed)
- Bottles (if needed)
- Hand Sanitizer
- Changing mat
You can find the printable version here: necessities-checklists