Things to buy when having a baby
Some suggestions of items you will need when having a baby are listed below. However, they may not all be required based on your own individual preferences. You can download this list as a checklist at the bottom of this page.
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Nursery
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Bassinet
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Cot
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Mattress
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Mattress protectors
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Sheets
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Blankets
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Change table
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Change mat
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Chest of drawers / dresser
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Lamp
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Coathangers
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Room thermometer
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Baby camera
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White noise music
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Nursing chair
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Nappies
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Nappy wipes
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Barrier cream
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Nappy bags
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Nappy disposal system
Travel
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Stroller / pram
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Child car seat
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Car shade
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Travel cot
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Nappy bag
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Baby carrier
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Baby sling
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You may also consider upgrading to a bigger car if you need more space.
Bath time
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Baby bath
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Sorbelene cream
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Cotton wool
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Baby wash
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Gentle hair brush
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Bath towel
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Face washers
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Bath thermometer
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Non-slip bath mat
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Baby bath seat
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Bath toys
Sleep time
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Muslin wraps / swaddles
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Sleeping bags
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Dummies
Feeding
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Feeding pillow
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Breast pump
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Breast pads
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Bottles
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Bottle brush
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Sterilising equipment
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High chair
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Play time
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Play mat
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Books
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Playpen
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Bouncer / swing
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Toys
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Teethers
Safety
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Safety gate
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Furniture anchors
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Cupboard door latches
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Baby first aid kit (Nail scissors, Thermometer)
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Clothes
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Bibs
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Singlets
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Socks
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Bodysuits
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All in ones
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Tops
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Pants
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Beanies
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Hat
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Jacket / jumper
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Headbands
Other
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Milestone cards