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new baby checklist

Deciding what you need to buy for baby when pregnant can be a daunting experience. We've tried to make this a little easier for you with our new baby checklist - what you'll need for the first few months. If you're saving or budgeting out your costs, don't forget to put money aside for what they'll need a few months down the track - highchairs, feeding products, toys, clothes etc. And don't forget to have a read of our advice to get information and checklists on what to look for when buying specific products.

feed

breastfeeding necessities

2+ maternity bras
6+ reusable breast pads
1 feeding pillow
10+ bibs
nipple cream

Useful extras:

1 breast pump
1-2 breast friendly bottles
1 sterlizer & brush
4+ burp cloths
breastfeeding tops

bottle feeding necessities

4-6 bottles (slow-flow teat)
1 sterlizer & brush
10+ bibs

Useful extras:

1 bottle warmer
4+ burp cloths

play

sleep

play necessities

1 bouncer/rocker
1 play gym or mat
1 baby frieze
wooden baby rattle
sense stimulating toys
toy storage

Useful extras:

musical cd's
1 mobile
bath toys

sleep necessities

2 fitted sheets (bassinette and/or cot)
2 sleeping bags or flat sheets & 3+ blankets
2+ wraps
2 mattress protectors
wool underlay

Useful extras:

1 safe t sleep
2 + extra flat sheets to fold and use as 'spill' catchers
extra blankets (can be used on cold nights)
cotton/bamboo/muslin wraps
safe, temperature controlled heater
fan for warm weather

wear

clean

clothing necessities

4+ singlets
4+ onesies
4+ playsuits or top & pant sets
2+ jumpers or cardigans
2+ beanies or sunhats
4+ pairs of socks or booties
2+ nightgowns / pyjamas

Useful extras:

crib shoes

Unless you know you are having a particularly small baby, we recommend buying size 000 (0-3 months) clothes to start with. We recommend buying a mix of cotton or bamboo and merino or wool items.