WHAT YOUR BABY WILL NEED AT THE HOSPITAL
- Undershirt
- An outfit such as a stretch suit, nightgown, or sweater set
- A pair of socks or booties
- Receiving blanket, cap and heavier blanket or bunting, if the weather is cold
- Diapers and wipes (some hospitals provide an initial supply of these)
- Safety pins or velcro attaching strips, and rubber or nylon pants (if you are using cloth diapers)
- Infant car seat
- Diaper bag
SAFETY ITEMS FOR YOUR BABY
- Night lights or soft lighting
- Baby monitor
- Baby nail clippers/scissors manicure set
THINGS YOU'LL NEED TO TRANSPORT YOUR BABY
- Car seat - you will need to find out the specifications for a car seat that will fit in your car. All car seats are not made alike
- Stroller
- Backpacks and soft carriers
- Diaper bag - since this is something you will be carrying around for about three years, choose one that is comfortable and durable for you
ITEMS FOR YOUR BABY'S ROOM
- Crib and crib linens
- Play pen or portable crib
- Changing table
- Dresser
- Glider or rocking chair
- Clothes hamper
SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR YOUR HOME
- Diapers or cloth diapers
- Receiving Blankets
- Clothing
- Breast pump - if you plan to breastfeed.
- Bottles - be sure to get the correct size of nipples, such as preemie, or newborn
- Rectal or digital ear thermometer
- Bathtubs
- Washcloths and baby wipes
- Diaper rash ointment and/or petroleum jelly
- Hooded Towels
- Diaper disposal system - good to have, but not necessary
- Burp Cloths and waterproof lap pads
- Bulb syringe - for suctioning baby's nasal passages if necessary. Your baby's doctor will tell you if, when, and how to do this
THINGS YOU'LL NEED AS YOUR BABY GETS OLDER
- Outlet protectors
- Toys
- Books
- Walker
- High Chair
- Gates
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