Newborn care

Baby Essentials : Things you'll need for your baby

By Philips

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08/16/2016

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2-5 min. read

Peaceful moment after breastfeeding in soft light

While it may seem like a daunting task to pick out and buy every single item your baby requires, staying organized and planning in advance is one way to stay ahead of the challenge. Follow your gut and only go for products you feel safe with, and make sure to do your research ahead of time. Here’s a list of the items you should make sure you get!

At a glance

Getting Around With Your Baby
For your home
For feeding
Everywhere you go

Getting Around With Your Baby

Infant's car seat - you won't be allowed home from hospital without one
Moses basket - brilliant for carrying baby in the first few months
Pram - there's a model to suit every little one

For your home

Baby blankets
Baby grows, bibs, socks - get different sizes (babies grow at unpredictable rates)
Baby monitor
Baby bathtub - just while they are teeny
Bouncy seat - endless fascination for them, five minutes' peace for you

For feeding

Manual or electric breast pump - expressing can take the pressure off you and allow others to help by feeding baby
Containers and storage cups for expressed milk
Bottles and teats
Steriliser

Everywhere you go

Changing bag and a nappy bag - have these ready before you go into labour
Nappies - check the size: too big and you'll end up with messier clean-up jobs
Baby wipes

Please be aware that the information given in these articles is only intended as general advice and should in no way be taken as a substitute for professional medical advice. If you or your family or your child is suffering from symptoms or conditions which are severe or persistent or you need specific medical advice, please seek professional medical assistance. Philips AVENT cannot be held responsible for any damages that result from the use of the information provided on this website.