A checklist with essential baby products that new parents might find helpful:

Nursery

• Crib, cradle, or bassinet

• Mattress, mattress cover, and sheets

• Changing table and pad

• Dresser or organizer for baby clothes

• Diaper pail and liners

• Baby monitor

• Nightlight

• Comfortable chair for feeding and rocking

• Mobiles or other safe toys for the crib

Clothing & Accessories

• Newborn bodysuits/onesies (at least 6-8)

• Sleepers or pajamas (at least 6-8)

• Socks and booties

• Soft hats and mittens

• Swaddle blankets or wearable blankets

• Regular lightweight and heavyweight blankets

Diapering

• Diapers (cloth or disposable)

• Baby wipes (or soft washcloths for a more eco-friendly option)

• Diaper rash cream

• Changing pad covers

Feeding

• Bottles and nipples (if not exclusively breastfeeding)

• Breast pump (if breastfeeding)

• Milk storage bags/containers (if breastfeeding)

• Formula (if not breastfeeding)

• Sterilizer for bottles and nipples

• Bottle warmer

• Bottle cleaning brush

• Burp cloths

• Bibs

• High chair (for later use)

Bathing

• Baby bathtub

• Baby shampoo and body wash

• Soft washcloths

• Hooded towels

• Baby-safe laundry detergent

• Baby nail clippers or file

• Soft brush and comb

• Thermometer

Travel

• Infant car seat

• Stroller

• Diaper bag

• Portable changing pad

• Baby carrier or sling

• Sunshades for car windows

Health & Safety

• First aid kit

• Bulb syringe for nasal aspiration

• Teething toys

• Pacifiers

• Baby gates (for when baby starts crawling)

• Outlet covers and other baby-proofing items

• Humidifier

Play & Development

• Play mat or activity gym

• Soft, safe toys without small parts

• Books for reading aloud

• Bouncer seat or swing

• Mirror for tummy time