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By admin, June 8, 2010

It is oh so easy to get carried away with buying cute little outfits and bits and pieces for your soon to be born baby girl, but some restraint may be needed unless you want a cardiac arrest when the credit card bill arrives at the end of the month. There are certain essentials that you will need, but sometimes when it is your first baby it is hard to know exactly what you need and how many of each item you will require.

Baby cribs are absolutely essential, but if you are planning on having more than one child then it is best not to buy a cot that is too gender specific. You can make the cot more feminine by adding quilts, pillows and rugs that are pink or in girlish prints. You may also be able to add accessories or embellishments to the cot such as bows as long as they are safe.

You can make the cot very girly by choosing a mattress, blankets, sheets and pillows that are pink or in girlish prints. You may also be able to decorate parts of the cot, while making sure that you are not adding any choking hazards or anything that could hurt the baby.

Your baby is unlikely to stay in the first newborn size for very long, so it is better if you only buy a couple of outfits in the smaller size and mostly go for girls sweatshirts and rompers that are the next size up from the quadruple zero newborn size.

Babies are messy little beings and you will find that you go through an inordinate amount of little girls t shirts and vests as they get wet on, vomited on, slobbered on etcetera. You will have to have enough on hand to have a couple that are ready to go, a couple that are in the wash and a couple in reserve for especially messy days.

Some of the other things that are essential for babies are plenty of socks to keep their tiny feet warm, blankets and muslin wraps to keep them warm and secure feeling, a baby change table, baby bath and plenty of nappies. It is a good idea to invest in a good breast pump if you are planning to breast feed and bottles that easily attach to the system that you choose. An ear thermometer will also come in handy for years to come as they are fast and accurate at reading temperature.

There are many items to be bought when you are expecting a baby. Some items are essential and other items are really just there to make things a bit easier, but you can live without them. If it is your first time, then you should speak with other mothers that you know to get a thorough idea of what items you can’t live without.

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By admin, March 9, 2010

After you have your baby, there are many items you’re going to need. You’ll have to remember to get diapers, a bathtub, wipes, clothes and bottles. Just about every new mother has a baby shower, so you’ll get plenty of things there, but you won’t get everything. You’ll still need to do a little shopping to get everything. Here’s what to remember:

First of all, you’ll definitely need a crib or some type of bassinet so your baby can have somewhere safe and warm to sleep. When choosing bedding collections, look at the different types of cotton and flannel, and make sure to double check if your baby is allergic to anything. Non-allergenic cotton is a good bet when buying baby bedding.

You’ll also need to make sure to have plenty of ointments and diapers on hand. Clothes you’ll need include bibs, cotton t shirts, and onesies, a type of one piece article of baby clothing for infants that makes it easy to change diapers. If you’re not breast feeding, you’ll need formula.

Sometimes new mothers can’t breast feed or may be uncomfortable doing so. Formula is pricey but if you do some research on the best type of formula for your child and check with your doctor, you should find something reasonable.

You’ll need to safely transport your baby, so buy a stroller and a snugride car seat. Active toys for babies such as jumpers that attach to the ceiling, and swings, will keep them occupied and happy.

In addition to transporting your baby, you’ll then need to have the proper diaper bag. A diaper bag will hold all your supplies, like baby food, washcloths, a change of clothes, extra diapers, and bottles. If you have different tastes there’s a huge selection to choose from. Some are more geared towards children, while others look more stylish.

Also needed is the baby bath tub. An infant is too small to wash in a regular tub or shower, so buy a baby bath tub. They come in many different sizes and colors. Also get some baby bath toys to go with it so your child is occupied and can play while washing.

When making a wishlist out for your baby shower you can put a lot of these things on there. If you’ve forgotten something or left something out, there’s bound to be a friend or family member who will remember the rest of what you need for you!