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"Basics" - New Baby Checklist
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Baby Gear		Furniture
Car Seat: Rear facing Infant-only seat or Infant & Toddler Convertible seat (For the ride home from the hospital.) See our tips on choosing a car seat. Stroller: You will need one with full recline until your baby can support his or her head. See our tips on choosing a stroller.		Bassinet / Playpen (Play yard) Crib: (optional for first few months) See our tips on choosing a baby crib. Crib mattress: See our tips on choosing a baby crib mattress.

Clothing		Diapering
One-piece outfits (onesies) One-piece pajamas You generally want soft, easy to change outfits since you will probably be changing your baby several times a day. It's also better to buy cloths a little larger since babies outgrow newborn sizes so quickly. Sock and booties Fleece outfits / sweater or jacket: for winter Bonnet or cap: for summer Mittens		Diapers: Whichever you choose to use keep plenty on hand since you'll be changing your baby up to 12 times a day. See our article "Cloth diapers vs. Disposable diapers." Wipes Washcloth's Diaper ointment / powder (pure cornstarch type powder) Sealable trash can (Diaper pail) for soiled diapers.

Feeding		Bathing
Bibs Breastpump & breastmilk storage bags Bottles & nipples: For breastfeeding moms, one or two bottles and nipples might be nice to have on hand. Dad can use them to feed your breastmilk to baby if you need to be separated from him/her.		Newborn tub Washcloths Soaps & Lotions Hooded towels

Sleeping		Safety
Waterproof crib/mattress liner Fitted sheets for bassinet, playpen or crib. Receiving blankets: comforts and provides extra warmth. Fleece or cotton flannel to prevent overheating.		Baby Monitor Smoke alarm / carbon monoxide detector for baby's room Rectal thermometer First Aid kit

For Mom		Miscellaneous
Nursing bras Breast pads Breast shields Cream for Nipples Panty Liners / Pads Flowers from dad		Small lamp or Nightlight for baby's room Classical or Lullaby music Reference books on safety issues, parenting, etc. Baby nail clippers (such as these lighted nail clippers) Nasal aspirator Dreft laundry soap (Doctors & parents alike recommend this very mild laundry detergent for washing your baby's clothes)

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