Sleeping
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Crib or bassinet
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Firm, flat mattress that fits snugly in crib
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Fitted sheets (at least 2)
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Fitted waterproof mattress protector
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Swaddles or blankets
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Baby monitor
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Sound machine/music player*
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Crib mobile*
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Nightlight*
*optional
Important: Before purchasing anything, do your research and see if your items pass sleep safety standards to reduce risk of Sudden Death Infant Syndrome (SIDS).
Baby clothes
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Singlets
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Short-sleeved bodysuits
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Long-sleeved bodysuits
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Socks
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Beanies, mittens
Bathing & changing
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Baby towels and face cloths
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Baby wash
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Diapers (if you’re using cloth diapers, add a diaper pail)
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Burp cloths/muslin squares
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Baby wipes or cotton balls
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Baby bath tub
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Nail scissors/clippers
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Changing table or changing mat
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Hand sanitizer
Feeding
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Breastpads (you can buy reusable ones)
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Rocking chair/glider
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Nursing pillow
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Breast pump
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Bottles and bottle-cleaning gear, if bottle-feeding
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Bottle Sterilizer
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Drying rack
Other useful items
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Digital thermometer
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Playmat for tummy time
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Activity gym
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Pacifier
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Storage baskets for organizing
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Infant toys and cloth books
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Air purifier
To-do:
Plan the layout to ensure that there’s a place for everything, ample space for moving around, and efficient work flow (have a mummy friend check your layout to see if it makes sense for baby’s daily routines)
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Consider using wall decals instead of re-painting the room
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Have black-out curtains installed (and cleaned)
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Do basic babyproofing by covering wall outlets – avoiding purchasing furniture with sharp corners as well
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Include assembly with delivery to avoid having to do it yourself (especially when you’re heavily pregnant)
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Wash baby’s clothes, towels, and sheets – plus figure out how to work appliances like the baby monitor and bottle sterilizer – two weeks before your delivery date
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Download the Enfamama A+ Club mobile app to help you navigate through your pregnancy
