Baby Shopping List

What the baby will need at the hospital
  • Undershirt

  • An outfit such as a stretch suit, nightgown, or sweater set

  • A pair of socks or booties

  • Receiving blanket, cap and heavier blanket or bunting, if the weather is cold

  • Diapers and wipes (some hospitals provide an initial supply of these)

  • Safety pins or velcro attaching strips, and rubber or nylon pants (if you are using cloth diapers)

  • Infant car seat

  • Diaper bag

Safety items for the home
  • Night lights or soft lighting

  • Baby monitor

  • Baby nail clippers/scissors manicure set

Things you'll need to transport the baby
  • Car seat

  • Stroller

  • Backpacks and soft carriers

  • Diaper bag - since this is something you will be carrying around for about three years, choose one that is comfortable and durable for you.

Items for the baby's room
  • Crib and crib linens

  • Play pen or portable crib

  • Changing table

  • Dresser

  • Glider or rocking chair

  • Clothes hamper

Suggested items for your home
  • Diapers or cloth diapers - you can get a couple of different brands of diapers so you can test them out and choose your favorite.

  • Receiving Blankets

  • Clothing

  • Breast pump - if you plan to breastfeed.

  • Bottles - be sure to get the correct size of nipples, such as preemie, or newborn.

  • Rectal or digital ear thermometer

  • Bathtubs

  • Washcloths and baby wipes

  • Diaper rash ointment and/or petroleum jelly

  • Hooded Towels

  • Diaper disposal system - good to have, but not necessary

  • Burp Cloths and waterproof lap pads

  • Bulb syringe - for suctioning baby's nasal passages if necessary. Your baby's doctor will tell you if, when, and how to do this.

Things you'll need as the baby gets older
  • Outlet protectors

  • Toys

  • Books

  • Walker

  • High Chair

  • Gates

Source:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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