What You Need for Your Baby

You are having a summer baby.

• Two hats: sun hat, lightweight with brim

• 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 a combination of diapering methods.

• 2 Dozen Cloth Diapers

• 6-8 covers (velcro or rubber pants)

• Pins (if not using velcro)

• 1 packs of newborn sized diapers

• A Diaper Pail, possibly two to keep your cloth diapers separated from your regular laundry

• 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

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