What You Need for Your Baby

You are having a winter baby.

Two hats: heavier-weight ear covering hat for cold weather

Two sweaters, weight according to season

One bunting with attached mitts for cold weather, baby bags work well too

Two blankets, weight according to season

Four sleepers

Six pairs of bootees or socks

Three receiving blankets

Six onesies

Three lightweight tops (kimonos, sacques, and or gowns)

Four rompers (snap-crotch outfits)

Two washable bibs

Outing clothes, according to age and occasion

You are planning on using disposable diapers.

A Diaper Pail

2 packs of newborn sized diapers

Wipes (disposable or washable)

Ointment

You are planning on breastfeeding.

Nursing Bras

Breast pads

Possibly breast pump for times you are away or equpiment for hand expression

Bathing Supplies

Two soft washcloths

Two terry-cloth towels with hoods

Mild soap and shampoo

Baby bathtub (optional)

Baby brush and comb

Baby nail scissors or clippers

Traveling

Car seat (convertible or rear facing for infants under 20 lbs)

Stroller

Diaper bag (packed)

Sling or carrier

Handy to have around

Prop for side sleeping (can also use rolled baby blankets)

Mild laundry soap

Petroleum jelly

Rectal thermometer

Antiseptic for cord care

Nasal aspirator (an ear syringe may be used)

Antibacterial ointment

Cotton Balls

Cotton swabs

Acetaminophen

Vaporizer, type to be recommended by practitioner

Calibrated dropper, syringe, or spoon for administering medicine

This information is going to vary for everyone.