Your essential shopping checklist
Essentials for baby

Disposable or fitted cloth nappies

Receiving blankets for warmth and swaddling

Babybag (once baby is 3 months)

Bottles (for when you go back to work or for a night-time feed)

Steriliser (if you plan to use bottles)

Breast pump (especially if you plan to go back to work)

Dummy

Facecloths

Baby toiletries: Soap-free baby wash, baby lotion, bum cream, sensitive wipes

Hooded towels

Burp cloths

A digital thermometer, medicine dropper and spoon, nasal aspirator

Newborn toys (eg. rattles and teethers)
Clothing

Vests (long or short-sleeve, 4 to 5)

Babygro’s (4 to 6)

Beanie (1 or 2)

Leggings (3-4 pairs)

Socks or booties (4-6 pairs)

Jersey (1 or 2 depending on season)

T-shirts (4-6, short- and long-sleeve)
Essentials for baby’s room

Bassinet for first 4 months

Cot, breathable mattress and linen

Changing table and/or

Dresser

Glider or rocking chair

Baby bath and bath seat

High chair

Play mat

Mobile for stimulation and music

Nappy bin

Bumbo seat
Baby transport
Rear-facing car seat

Pushchair – preferably a travel system or baby jogger

Baby carriers or sling

Nappy bag
Safety items

Night light

Baby monitor

Baby manicure set

Plug protectors

Safety gates
Handy extras

Digital camera

Camcorder

Life insurance

Will

Education policy