Baby Necessities: (Remember, SAFETY FIRST!)

  • 5-10 onesies or rompers, depending on how often you do laundry
  • 5-7 baby sleepers or nightgowns
  • 1 cold weather sleeper if necessary
  • 5-7 pairs of baby socks
  • 1-2 newborn hats, depending on climate
  • 4 packs of disposable diapers or enough cloth diapers for 2 days
  • 2 packs of disposable wipes or 10 cloth wipes
  • 3-4 fitted sheets for crib, cradle, co-sleeper or bassinet
  • 5-7 lightweight blankets
  • 1-2 heavier blankets, depending on climate
  • 3-5 baby washcloths
  • 1-2 hooded towels, if desired. Adult towels will work too
  • 1 bottle of gentle baby wash
  • Baby nail clippers
  • Digital thermometer
  • 10 burp cloths (Cloth diapers can make good burp cloths)
  • Waterproof pad for diaper changes
  • 5-8 bottles, if you're bottle feeding
  • Breastfeeding pillow, if desired
  • Crib
  • Baby monitor (nice but not essential)
  • Car seat