what should i buy?

[MissJLJ]

I'm not due till August, but in a few weeks im going to buy a few things the baby needs, but don't wanna buy unnecessary things. I know i need a car seat for sure, but what else is a good idea (besides a crib obviously lol). Should i get one of those things that rock them to sleep? a highchair? Or will i not need that for awhile and should wait? First time mom here, lol. Help!

Jessica

[MissJLJ]

Thanks everyone! Definitely overwhelming lol. But i got a good idea of what i need to get now!

[Lesley27]

I agree i bought size1-2 diapers(they are that size not 1 or 2 but its an inbetween size) and that was perfect for my daughter... its easier to buy bigger than to waste the smaller size... and if by chance you have a small baby you can easily pick some up and before that hospital supplies them...

[Lesley27]

I should add if you can borrow stuff then i would reccomend that as there is not guarantee that baby will use what you buy and you have to remember that all this stuff takes up so much room, is only good for so long and you have to store it all somewhere! and always look for second had for majority(obviously not car seat, ect...especially if you dont know the person) as baby stuff isnt used that long so second hand is worth the deal!

I know its easy to think that this is your first and if/when you have more you ll get more use outta it but storage issues suck! lol

[Babyiish]

Im due June 8 but I started buying things for my baby as soon as I found what I was having at 14 weeks
I have bought
Clothing, blankets, shoes, and  car seat ...
Some hospital give you free car seats.....
Diapers sound like a good idea you have no idea how many diapers babies use in one day...lol
Maybe 10 diapers or more ...it's crazy ...  ;)

[Jpenny6]

This will be #4 for me in may.. I found that I never used my changing table.  High chair is handy to have but you wont need it for a while.   I did use a swing a lot and the moby wrap came in handy when the little ones wanted to be held but I needed both hands.  When buying diapers .. I always buy size one or two instead of newborn as the baby grows fast and I typically got a lot of newborn diapers as gifts.

[Jpenny6]

This will be #4 for me in may.. I found that I never used my changing table.  High chair is handy to have but you wont need it for a while.   I did use a swing a lot and the moby wrap came in handy when the little ones wanted to be held but I needed both hands.  When buying diapers .. I always buy size one or two instead of newborn as the baby grows fast and I typically got a lot of newborn diapers as gifts.

[Lesley27]

No you dont need a high chair for a while. and depending on space some moms get those booster chairs... i got a highchair and i love it, but its all in preference... really for the first bit you dont need too much...

Recieving blankets/spit cloths, change table (optional), extra crib sheet, baby monitor(optional), night light (optional), mobile(optional), diaper pail(optional), diapers, vasoline(only thing reccomended at start for bums), wipes, nail clippers, vitamin D (if nursing), thermometer, bottles, pump(if planning) sterilizer( i love my microwave one-optional), Qtips(for belly button), shampoo/body wash, lotion, baby brush, baby oil(optional but handy for cradle cap), bath water thermometer(elbow works fine too) nasal aspirator, pacifiers(opitonal), baby sling/carrier(optional), basinette(optional), stroller, baby wash cloths, baby swing(optional... i do like mine), vibrating chair(i do like this as well-optional) cover for carrier and or stroller(seasonal ones-rain, wind, bug net, ect) sunscreen isnt reccomended till after 6 months so keep in mind if planning outtings that shade is needed and the wind really takes their breath away so again if planning outtings...just FYI as your having a summer baby(my first was born July)... also you can get bug repellant thingys that can clip onto outter clothing so you dont have to put anything directly onto baby... i clip them onto back of babys clothes...

For yourself... extra absorbant pads, nursing bra

Im sure i missed lots and im sure others will add lol

[proud_mommy_2_be]

Hi, I'm 20 weeks and haven't bought much for the lo yet. I'm waiting to find out the sex before going all out lol. But mainly I just got diapers (huge box) and little white onesies and passies. Bottles and bottle cleaning brush. And since I'm planning on breastfeeding, bought a pump. Just get things that u know it will need, start with the most expensive if u want, or just go along with it like I am. I'm also having my first baby :)