Okay, here is my newborn essentials list!

Basically everything I’m making sure I have/using for baby #2.

Hope you find it helpful :)

 (0-6 month)

 SNUGGLE ME Organic

*2 covers at least for when they spit up/pee all over it … and a water-resistant pad too

 

Ergobaby Embrace Carrier VS. BabyBjorn Mini

 *I’m torn between suggesting the Ergobaby Embrace or BabyBjorn Mini. I like them both for different reasons. The Ergobaby is much softer/comfy on shoulders. Still gives you more support than a wrap … but I found the heavier your baby gets, the more they slide down, it’s harder to keep them higher up on your torso. And is a bit harder to get on. In the winter, if you want to wear your baby from car to inside, you’d have to keep your jacket off until you strap them in. BabyBjorn Mini keeps the baby higher without slipping bc of how the straps are designed. Also you can put it on under your coat first and strap baby in after so you’re not standing outside in the cold (in the winter).

**If I had to choose one, I think I’d say get the Ergobaby Embrace. When baby gets heavier, then you can upgrade to a sturdier carrier.

Wrap carrier

*I had the MOBY, but wouldn’t recommend it next time … might try the SOLLY

 

Philips Avent Sterilizer

 

Philips Avent Bottle Warmer

 

Philips Avent Double Electric Pump

* I pumped for 11 months and 2 weeks, loved this pump so much. I think it was one of the biggest reasons I was able to pump for so long.

 

Philips Avent Natural Bottles

 

Philips Avent Soothie

* (the stuffed animal really helps them from spitting it across the room/floor)

 

Diaper bag

*I preferred a backpack so I could still use my own purse over my shoulder. I love this one bc it’s so minimal and goes with everything. I think the shape makes it super roomy too without seeming too bulky.

 

Robe

*if you are pumping or breastfeeding, I found it the easiest thing to wear

 

Bassinet

*one with a see-through mesh is ideal so you can see them when you’re lying down too

 

Crib

*made sure to choose one with a spring metal base vs. wood slats

I ordered the same crib again for the new baby bc we liked how sturdy it was, and it is the prettiest light wood wash

 

Baby tub seat

  *love that this one is made in Canada too!

Baby Tub

*This one is foldable too, so you can save space/ keep the baby clutter to a minimum

Rocking chair

I used it a lot more than I thought I would. Many nights spent sleeping in that chair holding Nico/feeding him

I got one from the Monte Warehouse that was a floor model, so maybe you can find one cheaper there too!

 

NOMI + NEWBORN ATTACHMENT

*This was one of our most used items. Being able to have Nico higher up when we were trying to cook etc. was really helpful. Also, nice when we were trying to eat so he was up at our level too.

STROLLER WITH BASSINET ATTACHMENT

*I wanted something super lightweight so I went with the MINU travel stroller and got the bassinet attachment for it. I love it and find that it has held up very well for over 15 months use everyday. I will have to upgrade now though bc I need a tandem lol.

Lots of little onesies + bibs

They go through so many clothes! More efficient to get a few more than do laundry every few days\

I’ll do a whole clothes for newborn too

I THINK that’s it!! If I remember anything else I’ll add it here :)

xx

Jess