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 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
|
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:
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. |
clean necessities
-
nappies (disposable or cloth) & wipes
-
nappy barrier cream
-
nappy storage / organiser
-
change mat
-
laundry bucket with lid
-
wool wash and sensitive washing powder/liquid
-
4+ baby facecloths
-
4+ soft cotton or bamboo towels
-
baby massage oil
Useful extras:
-
change table (particularly if you have had a c-section)
-
baby bath & cradle/seat
-
baby wash
-
bath thermometer
-
non-slip bath mat
|
move necessities
-
car seat & car window shade
-
buggy/pushchair with rain & shade covers
-
nappy bag
Useful extras:
-
baby carrier or sling
-
portable cot
|
capture necessities
Useful extras:
-
baby journal
-
photo albums
-
photo frames
|
furnish necessities
-
cot & mattress
-
drawers
-
storage
Useful extras:
-
bassinette or moses basket & mattress
-
chair
-
side table
-
monitor
-
night light
-
room thermometer
-
shelves
-
clock
-
cd player
-
clothes hamper
|
mum & dad necessities
-
a trustworthy reference book
-
6+ old-fashioned cloth nappies
|
