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

Quoting Talisha's 1St BaBy:“ i live in north carolina but im moving to philly after graduation so i was wondering is a basinet as safe as a crib because i dont want to have to travel with so much stuff”

I have the graco travel lite basinett - its super easy to travel with and is safe. I love it. Kailyn is 4 months old (14 lbs) and it still works for her... and I think we still have a lot of time to use it... my 9 month old (20+ lbs) nephew takes naps in it when he visits!

Quoting Kailyn's Mama:“ I have the graco travel lite basinett - its super easy to travel with and is safe. I love it. Kailyn ... [snip!] ... her... and I think we still have a lot of time to use it... my 9 month old (20+ lbs) nephew takes naps in it when he visits!”

thanksz alot..because im leaving that with my mother and ima have the crib at my house

bobby infant pillow- i had an epidural and a spinal headache as a result and i could semi- lay down and still breastfeed in a correct position.
(the side laying down feeding option was very difficult for me)

Quoting baby boy on board:“ okay a lot of you are saying diapers and wipes. is there a certain brand that is better than the others. also, i've heard that the wipe warmers just dry out the wipes. has anyone had this problem yet?”

i would go with huggies my sister went with pampers both very good but also when you are low on money the walmart brand parents choice is good untill about stage 4. the wipes will dry out only if you do not keep the thing at the bottom of it wet. there is a special thing to keep in there. i used it for a while and it was very useful. i didnt have to worry about my daughter peeing on me when the wipe was warm. which is always nice.

Quoting jenny8536:“ i would go with huggies my sister went with pampers both very good but also when you are low on money ... [snip!] ... and it was very useful. i didnt have to worry about my daughter peeing on me when the wipe was warm. which is always nice.”

I LOOOVE target wipes - my sister has them and as soon as I'm out they will be the only ones we use!

Quoting kate2412:“ oh my goodness I have never heard of a baby wipes warmer !! lol”

yeah lol, i have the radiator in my head when i read it...maybe have the pack of wipes sit there! 

get a BOPPY at walmart they are like $24 and kmart like 34 but it is well needed and u can use it for breastfeeding, sitting ur baby up, sitting ur baby on his/her tummy...I buy a new one for every pregnancy(different personalities) but most of them have a slip cover so u can wash it after oh ohs lol.


www.boppy.com

Quoting Kelly56:“ I've never heard of a baby wipe warmer either! It's crazy what they come up with nowadays. Can anyone recommend a good brand of Cloth diapers so I can start researching prices soon? thanks!”

You can find some good NEW cloth diapers on ebay http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZjoyyw
This 2nd lady makes custom orders! http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZmomto2greatgirls
I suggest an AIO or All-In-One, which has the absorbant layer inside and a liquid barier on the out side. They also have through away biodegadable liners to help with solid waste clean-up. You just wrap up the waste with the liner and flush it.http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4601019

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

Ok well the most important is at least one bottle and some formula in case there is any trouble with breast feeding, also diapers and wipes or clothes. Warmers are not needed hold the wipe in your hands for a few seconds and it will warm up. You must have a car seat that you know 100% has never been in an accident. Also just a bit of info not many parents know, the handle must be down when in the car otherwise the carseat will not protect the baby properly.
Now for soothing the baby, vibrating seats and swings work the best.

Wow, I'm surprised to see so many things that are completely unnessesary on here! Like wipe warmers! lol

Here's what you'll need:
Carseat
Stroller
Boppy
And a sling.

Maybe a swing too if you think you'll use it.

Also an herbal sitz bath for after the birth really really helps with pain and swelling. (I believe inhishands.com sells some, otherwise your local herbal shop should).

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

I saw that a lot of people were saying to buy tons of diapers and wipes. I wouldn't buy tons buy enough to last you a while but remember thatbabies will and have reacted to certain brands of diapers and wipes, if your baby does this then you will have wasted all that money.

Quoting Kurin:“ i have a3 yr old sister and a1 yr old sister and a bobby is a MUST! they are kind of hard to find but they are a life saver. I'm looking for one now.”

Boppy's are easy to find...go to Target, or Target.com. They have tons of boppys with slipcovers, or you can just get the plain one.  

oh also I forgot to say...Target has a sale on boppy products this week!  

I think anything to keep baby safe and free of unnecessary illnesses are must have items for your newborn. I'm looking into Nursery/feeding sanitizers (look at Walmart or Target) and a baby health and emergency kit is a good idea to invest in. If you have cats (as we do!!) a crib tent is a good idea and will keep your mind at peace over a kitty accidently getting into the nursery. If you have carpets, invest in a really great vaccuum with some type of allergy filter on it, and you're gonna maybe want to look into baby sleep postioners to keep baby from rolling around in his/her sleep, I like the breathable ones, so in case baby moves his mouth over it, he can still breathe thru it and not suffocate.

baby MUST HAVES (and i'm newly pregnant)

a sling (keeps the baby close and safe and comfty, while you are hands free)



AND It's more comfortable and agile than the Bjorn. but the Bjorn is great too!
yes, a bobby because it PERFECT for feedings.

a cradle swing. (it soothes and clams the baby)

Baby Ganics..all purpose cleaner... to keep everything in your home baby clean and safe.


Bottle sterilzer AND warmer. (trust, you will love it)


infant wraps (fleece or cloth) (its will save blanket bundling and wrapping and keeps your baby safe and more comfortable)
Baby First Aid Kit.... and Relief Kit


A great baby tub!
and this is a popular and very efficient one.
Baby Timer (GREAT for feedings, changins, etc...)

plenty of bottles, onsies, and diapers....

your already know the basic. carseat, strollers, bouncers, clothing, nursery stuff....

bus those i said are some great STARTER new mom MUST HAVES. the other stuff can come along the way.