Preparing for your baby’s arrival? Here’s Your Complete Baby Checklist

Congratulations on your pregnancy! I know it might seem like there’s tons of stuff to worry about – taking care of your health, tweaking your diet, searching for all the dos and don’ts of pregnancy… But stop! Don’t get too overwhelmed and forget to enjoy the moment. You’ll be glowing, radiating joy rays – don’t let the to do list divert you from that!

I can assure you that one thing is going to bring you an amazing amount of joy, so long as you don’t worry too much… And that is…. SHOPPING FOR YOUR BABY ESSENTIALS!!!!!! *jumps*

Every woman (and some guys are) is bound to love shopping. I for one, adore the feeling of shopping for someone. If it’s your first baby, it can seem a little too much, but honestly, there’s nothing more enjoyable than redecorating your home to make space for the arrival of your bundle of joy.

Now let’s dive in! Here’s a list of newborn essentials that you’ll need for the arrival of your little one.
*The ones marked in asterix are essentials that is best not to do without!

Read more: Your complete Hospital Packing list >> 

Preparing for Baby’s Arrival

Nursery

❍ Baby sleeping bags / swaddler blanket*
❍ Baby monitor*
❍ Cot / bassinet*
❍ Changing table & mat*
❍ Mattress*
❍ Mattress protector*
❍ Sheets*
❍ Quilt / blankets
❍ Dresser / drawers
❍ Wardrobe & hangers
❍ Diaper holder / Nappy stacker
❍ Room thermometer (you can use your air con temperature) 
❍ Musical mobile / soft calming music
❍ Mosquito net
❍ Nightlight
❍ Nursing chair
❍ Toy box
❍ Sleep Trainer / Night Lights

 

Travel / On-the-go

❍ Diaper bag (with all the essentials)*
❍ Baby Carrier
❍ Drooling pads & Infant Inserts
❍ Pram / stroller*
❍ Pram blanket*
❍ Pram rain cover / UV cover*
❍ Pram liner / Body support*
❍ Stroller toys*
❍ Convertible car seat (approx 0-4 years)*
❍ Baby Capsule (0-6 months)
❍ Extension straps
❍ Car seat toys
❍ Head support
❍ Car window shade
❍ Rearward facing mirror for infants
❍ Portable cot
❍ Portable changing station
❍ Bug Repellent / Repellent Wristband

 Read more: 10 Must Have Items to Carry in your Diaper Bag >>

 

Nursing & Feeding

Breastfeeding

❍ Nursing bras*
❍ Nursing top*
❍ Breast feeding cloak / Baby Wrap (on the go feeding)
❍ Breast pads* (you can choose between disposables or a reusable one)
❍ Burp cloths / Muslin squares*
❍ Nursing pillow
❍ Breast pump

Read more: Your guide to buying a breast pump >>

❍ Breast milk storage bags
❍ Milk Bottles
❍ Steriliser / Bottle Wash*
❍ Pacifiers
❍ Nipple cream / Lanolin Cream*
❍ Booby Tubes
❍ Breast / Nipple shields

For Bottle Feeding

❍ Milk Bottles*
❍ Teats / Nipples* (slow or medium flow)
❍ Formula*
❍ Steriliser / Bottle Wash*
❍ Bottle brush*
❍ Bottle warmer*
❍ Bibs*
❍ Burp Cloths / Muslin squares*
❍ Pacifier
❍ Bottle Spare Parts
❍ Bottle Carrier / On the go transport bag / cooler bag

Weaning (6 months+)

❍ High chair*
❍ Table & Floor Toppers *do try to go for reusable options
❍ Bowls & Cutlery*
❍ Training cups*
❍ Training chopsticks (for toddlers)
❍ Portable feeding set / utensils
❍ Soothing teethers & Teething Rusks
❍ Tooth brush & paste / Soothing gums

 

Baby Bath & Changing

Bath

❍ Baby bath tub* (for babies | for toddlers)
❍ Bath thermometer*
❍ Bath towels*
❍ Sponge & face cloth*
❍ Baby Shampoo & Bodywash*
❍ Baby nail clipper*
❍ Baby brush & comb
❍ Non-slip bath mat
❍ Bath toys
❍ Bubble Bath
❍ Lotion / Moisturizer
❍ Baby Massage oils
❍ Spritzers
❍ Portable Shower Arm
❍ Bath stand (you don’t need this if you are using a sink)

Read more: Things I need for baby bath time >>

Changing & Diapering

❍ Changing mat
❍ Diapers* (Disposable Diapers / Cloth Diapers)
❍ If you choose cloth, you’ll need a disposal system, liners & a wet bag

Read more: Disposable diapers vs Cloth Diapers… Which should I choose? >>

❍ Wipes*
❍ Diaper cream
❍ Diaper Powder
❍ Diaper Area Wash
❍ Cotton balls
❍ Talc-free powder

Baby Clothes

Newborn to 3 months
❍ Newborn clothing starter set
❍ Bodysuit
❍ Sleep suits
❍ Daywear outfits
❍ Cardigans
❍ Jacket
❍ Booties
❍ Singlets
❍ Sun hat
❍ Cotton hat / beanie
❍ Socks
❍ Mittens
❍ Swim nappies / diapers
❍ Laundry Detergent

 

Playtime

Newborn to 6 months
❍ Pram toys
❍ Bath toys
❍ Cot toys
❍ Baby gym
❍ Play mat
❍ Tummy time mat
❍ Activity toys
❍ Cuddly toys
❍ Rattles
❍ Baby books
❍ Bouncer / rocker
❍ Baby swing

6 – 9 months
❍ Walker
❍ Playpen
❍ Infant jumper
❍ Infant support seat