My buying for baby checklist

SLEEPING:

• Cot and/or bassinette (check current safety standards)

• Mattress (plus waterproof cover)

• Linen (2-3 sheet sets)

• Light blankets x 2

• Baby monitor (if needed)

• Baby sling or pouch

• Muslin or cloth wraps

TRAVELLING:

• Car seat or baby capsule (licensed installer)

• Sun shade for car window

• Pram

• Portable cot or basket

FEEDING

Breastfeeding:

• Breast pads

• Feeding bra

• Breast pump

Bottle feeding:

• Bottles

• Teats

• Formula

• Bottle cleaning/ sterilising

• Bottle holder

CLEANING:

• Baby bath

• Bath thermometer

• Baby nail clippers

• Hairbrush

• Gentle soap and shampoo

NAPPIES

• Change table

• Change mat

• Nappy travel bag

• Bottom wipes (cloth or disposable)

• Barrier cream

Cloth:

• 2 dozen nappies

• Fasteners

• 2 x buckets with lids

• Pilchers/ nappy pants

Disposable:

• 2 dozen newborn nappies

• Disposable nappy bags

WEARING:

• 2-3 x basic cotton all-in-one playsuits size 000

• 4-5 cotton singlets – also 000

• (maybe) 1-2 size 0000 outfits in-case

• 2 x sunhats

• 2 x socks / booties

• 4 x thick bibs

JUST IN CASE:

• Infant paracetamol (not before 4 weeks)

• Digital thermometer

• Dummy / pacifier