Newborn Baby Needs

Some nursing mothers like to have these items.

Newborn baby needs.

If you re breastfeeding you don t really need any equipment. That can take up to 2 weeks. Register at a baby gear store and you may be given a list that s even longer than this one. Bottles 6 to 12.

Try to keep in mind that all you really need for. Newborns usually start with the 4 ounce size but you ll need some 8 ounce bottles as your child begins to drink more. Our content is doctor approved and evidence based and our community is moderated lively and welcoming with thousands of award winning articles and community groups you can track your pregnancy and baby s growth get answers to your toughest questions and connect with. For the first week or two until your baby s umbilical cord falls off doctors recommend giving your baby a sponge bath.

You ll also need at least as many nipples as bottles. What you ll need to have on hand for the early days with your newborn. Bathing your baby too much can dry out his or her skin. 1 3 newborn hats broad brimmed for a summer baby soft cap that covers ears for a winter baby no scratch mittens.

Babycenter is committed to providing the most helpful and trustworthy pregnancy and parenting information in the world. Milk storage containers here are some essential safety tips on storing breastmilk nursing pillow. You ll also need at least as many nipples as bottles. There s no need to give your newborn a bath every day.

Haemophilus influenzae type b hib vaccine protects your baby from hib infection. 3 after that you don t really need to bathe your baby daily three times a week or so will suffice. 2 wearable blankets for the winter. Bathing your baby too often can dry out or irritate their skin.

Lightweight and heavy stroller blankets. Three times a week might be enough until your baby becomes more mobile. You ll need to hold off bathing your newborn until her umbilical cord falls off and the area heals. Of course they want you to buy everything they ve got.

4 7 socks or booties shoes are unnecessary until baby starts walking. Baby essentials include baby clothes bathing items baby s medicine cabinet baby monitors crib linens changing tables diaper bags a rear facing car seat and a breast pump. Until then clean her diaper area well and stick to sponge baths.