re: Preparing for Baby...what should I have?

babies need a gazillion things, diapers, wipes,clothes,blankies.... tons haha i have a preety thorough baby registry if you wanna look at it for ideas its at target.com-search for candice veronneau or babydepot.com search for candice veronneau =) hope this helps

Quoting Mommy ♥'s Sammy:“ what should I get first?”

Well in order for you to get relesed from the hospital you should have an infant carseat, and set of clothes for baby... so you might wanna get that firts 

Quoting JenRoyce:“ Okay ladies. Since this is always a topic seen frequently....share what are some must have items for your new bundle!”

Check out this website:
http://www.parents.com/baby/gear/registries-buying-guides/baby-shopping-guide/?page=1

Look for Baby Shopping Guide.  I just found it and I'm going to post a bulletin too.

Do any of you ladies suggest buying a bassinet, I've hear they can be unsafe unless they have mesh sides? I really want the baby to sleep in the same room as us or I will worry. But if non-mesh bassinets are unsafe, I guess mesh one it is!

Well in my opinion I think that as long as you have the babys supplies stocked, you will be well ready. A sling, is what I perfer for the first few months, that way you have your baby next to you and you can still do things in the house. Mind you, you are supposed to take it easy for the first 6 weeks, so you shouldnt be doing a lot anyway. The other stuff, is just material items that you can get later, or have someone bring them to you. Im just making sure I have the car seat ready, babies diapers, and creams, wipes, bottles, and breast pump. My told me to stock up on recieving blankets and burp clothes, and warm blankets and socks. Also make sure you have a first aid kit, and info about newborns just incase something comes up. I think thats all you really need. Baby only needs you to love him/her   So lots of love!!

Quoting Olivia Martin:“ Do any of you ladies suggest buying a bassinet, I've hear they can be unsafe unless they have mesh sides? ... [snip!] ... want the baby to sleep in the same room as us or I will worry. But if non-mesh bassinets are unsafe, I guess mesh one it is!”

IVE NEVER HEARD THE ARE UNSAFE, I MEAN IF THEY SELL THEM IN THE STORE THEN THEY SHOULD BE SAFE BUTU CAN ALWAYS CHECK IF A CERTAIN ONE HAS BEEN RECALLED... I WOULDNT SUGGEST WRAPPING HIM/HER ALLL UP INSIDE TH LILTTLE BASSINET, AND UR ONLY SPOSE TO HAVE THEM IN A BASSINET FOR A FEW MONTHS, LIKE 3... THEN PUT THEM IN THE CRIB, ...

Quoting bugga boo:“ IVE NEVER HEARD THE ARE UNSAFE, I MEAN IF THEY SELL THEM IN THE STORE THEN THEY SHOULD BE SAFE BUTU ... [snip!] ... TH LILTTLE BASSINET, AND UR ONLY SPOSE TO HAVE THEM IN A BASSINET FOR A FEW MONTHS, LIKE 3... THEN PUT THEM IN THE CRIB, ...”

Ok thanks! I hadn't heard of it either, but I saw it on another post and was just going to make sure. I'm a worry wart 

Quoting Pandora667:“ For me a baby swing or vibrating chair is a must.”

ditto!

Quoting Olivia Martin:“ Do any of you ladies suggest buying a bassinet, I've hear they can be unsafe unless they have mesh sides? ... [snip!] ... want the baby to sleep in the same room as us or I will worry. But if non-mesh bassinets are unsafe, I guess mesh one it is!”

its because certain companies recalled the ones with cloth sides because if the baby rolls into the side with their face against it, they can die of SIDS. i believe that was awhile ago though.....

Quoting AmyE4369:“ its because certain companies recalled the ones with cloth sides because if the baby rolls into the side with their face against it, they can die of SIDS. i believe that was awhile ago though.....”

Oh good to know

Quoting nikki1283:“ My husband and his first wife lost a child. Taryn was only 3 months old when God took her, she had a ... [snip!] ... the price for securlity! I wasn't so worried about those things with my son so I didn't know that something like this exsisted!”

I completely agree!!! I bought mine after my son was born to ease my mind and it was well worth the money. only one or two false alarms. I would try to order the one that has 2 sensors that are connected that way it gives the crib more coverage for when the baby starts to roll around. also "swaddle me's" they are perfect

1st is an infant carrier to bring baby home in and an outfit, diaper bag, then @ homelots of onsies, jammies, blankies for swaddling and covering, bottles, nipples, bottle brush, formula, infant water (unless you breastfeed) diapers, wipes, rash creams, gas relief for colic/gas, shampoo/body wash, lotion, socks/booties/hats, crib bumber set or bassinet, bouncer(opt.) I prefer a swing, there are lots of lists for what baby needs are on baby websites if you need more info. goodness babies require soooooooo many things....I still need to get loads of stuff for her...... 

when i first saw this the first thing that popped into my head was BURP CLOTHS LOTS AND LOTS AND LOTS OF BURP CLOTHS.....and of course all the obvious things like car seat clothes.....etc

Well first off you mostly need what they need.
Diapers,bottles,clothes,etc.
As they get older you need more and go through different stages and ages.Yall have great ideas though.As they get older it goes deeper with clothing,school stuff,and more.I have 4 boys and a lil girl due Feb.2,09.This is a question I have heard forever.Which go figure I have a 10,9,4,and 3yearold.Go for whats important then go for the other stuff.