Essentials To Buy | First Baby

: A Rear-Facing Car Seat (mandatory for hospital discharge) and a Stroller compatible with your lifestyle. Items You Can Likely Skip (Initially)

This checklist prioritizes immediate needs to help you avoid overbuying during the "nesting" phase. 1. Safe Sleep & Nursery first baby essentials to buy

: 3–5 Swaddles or Sleep Sacks to prevent the startle reflex and a White Noise Machine to mimic the womb's environment. : A Rear-Facing Car Seat (mandatory for hospital

: 10–20 Burp Cloths (you will use more than you think) and 8–10 Bottles with slow-flow nipples. a firm mattress

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends a bare sleep environment: only the baby, a firm mattress, and a fitted sheet.

: A Changing Pad (often placed on a sturdy dresser) and a Diaper Pail to contain odors. 3. Feeding Supplies