Pregnancy is a very special time, but also full of doubts. Therefore, with the desire to accompany you in this stage of life, we have compiled for you a guide of basic products, so that you can prepare for the arrival of the child.
As you know, the internet is full of recommendations in this regard, but, often, the lists are filled with useless things that, most of the time, you will not use. If you are interested in finding out which ones are really essential, take notes.
What do you need in the first 30 days of your baby's life?
Baby's room
One of the most interesting moments is, without a doubt, preparing your child's room. When you arrange it, it is important to take into account the fact that you will need a bed with a mattress , but maybe also a comfortable and useful table for changing diapers. From here, you can decide to add additional ones, such as a portable bed, decoration, colorful mobile phones. In addition, you should consider other aspects, such as a low intensity light or a baby room control system.
The baby's closet
When it comes to getting the basic elements of clothing for our newborn, it is important to have a larger number of bodysuits, pajamas, hats, muslins, and some clothes for going outside.
- Bodies with short and long sleeves ;
- Pajamas;
- Trousers;
- Blouses;
- stockings;
Transporting the baby
In addition to the stroller, you must add to the list the stroller for the car in case you need it and other essential elements, such as a bag to put the important things when you go for a walk.
- Stroller (it can be 2 in 1, 3 in 1, so you can carry it, pram);
The baby's house
Bathtub
When choosing a bathtub, choose an option that adapts to the characteristics of your bathroom. The more practical it is, the easier it will be to handle. You don't have to spend for tubs that have electronic water temperature displays, it's best to test the water with your elbow, that way you'll know if it's okay for you baby or does it need to be cooler/warmer.
- cadita;
- Hygiene products (shower gel for children, shampoo, cream for the diaper area);
Accessories for baby feeding
- Baby bottle (if you use milk powder);
- Bib;
- Brush for washing the baby bottle;
Additionally, you can add
- Pacifier;
- Chain for the pacifier (helps the pacifier to remain within reach of the baby, by fixing);
- Nursing pillow;
- Armchair for breastfeeding;
- Baby monitor.
- Milk powder dispenser.
You can use the powdered milk dispenser if you will not opt for breastfeeding. Also, the soft spoons, the cleaning brush for the baby bottle should be among the essential elements. If you decide to use them, you must also buy the pacifiers.
In addition, we must not forget the safety chain, it is useful in situations where the pacifier comes out of the baby's mouth, and instead of falling, it will stay around the baby thanks to the fastening system. Other elements are not essential, but can be practical: a nursing pillow and an armchair are not indispensable, but they certainly represent very practical things.
With this list of essentials, you will be ready for your baby's arrival. It is recommended to prepare a list of the important things for the baby's arrival home. When you get home from the hospital, you will definitely be overwhelmed with emotions and it is possible to leave out some basic things. It is recommended to buy them a few weeks before the birth, if your health allows.