Hi girls,
Came across this article while browsing the net!

These are the things you should have for those first few weeks home with your baby (in our humble opinion). And some things you might want to have in the house when the baby is born. If we've missed something -- let us know!
Health and Safety
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digital thermometer
syrup of ipecac
nasal aspirator
infant acetaminophen drops
baby monitor
night light

Baby Care Products
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natural baby shampoo/body wash
diaper cream
baby nail clippers or safety scissors
natural baby oil or lotion
baby brush and comb
Gripe Water
a couple of pacifiers (even if you don't plan to use!)

Layette and Diapering
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newborn diapers/cloth diapers/wraps or set up diaper service
baby wipes and/or extra baby washcloths
diaper pail
burp cloths (or extra cloth diapers)
gowns/kimonos or newborn sleepers (4-6)
receiving blankets (4-6)
crib blanket or quilt
newborn socks or booties (4-6 pair)
newborn cap (1-2)
hooded bath towels and wash cloths
4-6 T-shirts or all-in-ones
1-2 sweaters or bunting (depending upon season)

Baby Gear
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baby carrier (sling and/or Baby Bjorn)
infant seat (have to bring it to the hospital!)
stroller or carriage (Snap 'n Go or other travel system is great for starters)
bouncer seat or swing
diaper bag

Furniture and Accessories
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co-sleeper/bassinet/cradle or crib
mattress, 2 sheets and other bedding, waterproof pads
changing table or other safe changing area
mobile for the crib and/or changing area
changing pad and 2 covers

Nursing Necessities
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nursing pillow
washable or disposable nursing pads
rental, electric or manual breast pump and storage bottles or bags if you plan to pump milk
feeding bottles (2-4 4 oz to start), nipples, and bottle brush if you plan to use bottles
sports-bottle for much-needed water!

New Mother Care
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sitzbath herbs
big box of extra-long maxi pads for locchia
nursing nightgown or comfy cotton pajamas
small tube of modified lanolin for sore nipples (a pack of Soothies is also a great idea!)
nursing bras (1-2 comfy nursing bras plus a sleep bra to take to the hospital -- you can get more when your milk comes in, in case your size changes)

Other Good Ideas
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pick out birth announcements (address envelopes before baby comes, if possible)
make a Belly Cast to remember this amazing time!
line up friends and family who will bring meals or come help you out at home after the baby is born (and a good friend to coordinate) and/or hire a doula to help


Keep in mind, some of the accessories and gadgets are fun or can make your life easier, but you are all your baby really needs at this age to grow and flourish (but they won't let you leave the hospital without the car seat!)


natasha replied. thanks manavi this will surely help. Anu replied. Hi Manvi,

Thank you for the checklist. This will really help us in shopping.

Anu.