Expecting a baby and feeling like you have a huge list of things to buy but not sure where to start? I have created an essential check list so you can tick off each item as you go and know you have everything covered for when your baby arrives. Not everything on the list will be needed for every parent but it covers all those big ticket items and smaller things that can come in handy with a new Bub.
Baby Shops are a great place to start as they cover a lot of these items and you can see them first hand and decide what type of Pram/Carseat etc you might be wanting. Once you have narrowed down your choices you can start purchasing and ticking the items off the list. It can also make a great list to give to your baby shower guests and let them know what else you still need.
Booking your Newborn Photographer - Top of the list you need to get in early
Cot & Mattress
Changetable
Car seat/ Capsule
Pram
High Chair
Baby Swing
Carrier/Sling
Baby Monitor
Cot Mobile
Cot Bedding
Clothes
Wraps/Blankets
Nappy Bag
Nappies
Wipes
Bath Products
Baby Bath
Nipple Shields/Creams
Breast Pads
Bottles
Breast Pump
Nappy Bin
Bottle Steriliser
Supportive Maternity Bra
Baby Bouncer
Milestone Cards
Mirror for the car
If you are on a budget or trying to save on items you aren't sure if you will use you can purchase all of these items from second hand sites such as Gumtree, Ebay, Facebook Marketplace and Secondhand Shops. You might even have girlfriends who have older children and no longer need some of their baby items and can pass them onto you.
If you loved this checklist check out my other blog on what to pack in your hospital bags
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