hi girls
has everyone started shopping for their baby or rather finished shopping. why not compile a list for the essential items so that people who havent can get a peek into it. also lets prepare a list of the things we need to take to hospital. i m starting, everybody please add anything they see is not here.
thanks
smita

FOR BABY

1.washable diapers
2.readymade diapers
3.diaper pins
4.baby wipes
5.baby towel for bath
6.soft napkins/towels for face
7.sweaters
8.gloves
9.socks.
10.caps
11.baby dresses like tshirts, vests(please add)
12.baby oil
13. lotion
14. creme
15. shampoo
16. soap
17.hairbrush/comb
18.few noisy/colourful toys (Add)
19.baby powder
20.powder box with puff
21.baby nail clipper
22.blanket
23.sheets for crib/lying
24.plastic
25.feeding bottle (this is optional only for mothers who have difficulty milking. else only breast milk is best for the first 6 months)

FOR MOTHER

1. nipple cream
2. sanitary pad
3. panties
4. feeding bras
5. feeding gowns/nighties
6. hairbrushas combs are uncomfortable at that time.
7.wipes/napkins/towels/tissues for face

FOR HOSPITAL - mother
1. feeding bra
2. panty
3. nipple cream
4. sanitary pad
5. feeding nighty
6. hairbrush
7. wipes etc
8. soft face towels
9. bath towels
10. hairband
11. soap
12. toothp[aste
13. toothbrush
14. talcum powder
15. moisturiser
16. plastic bags(absolutely necessary)

baby
1.i suppose all the items listed above for baby will have to be taken sk replied. hi Smita n all others...
u seem to have made a very comprehensive list...nd mi god i m already getting nervous..have u already bought these things?
cn u suggest a store frm where all these things cn be had in Delhi...
thanx..
simran VnV replied. u can also add cotton buds.

VnV shilpi replied. U might want to add Breast Pads for the mother's list - I found them very useful during my first pregnancy.
Shilpi