So I know most bloggers seem to do a newborn essentials list, but I couldn’t not do one. I love making lists and being organised! Even if my paperwork is currently an organised mess! Some items are linked to what we have previously bought and would highly recommend.
Clothing
□ Hats
□ Vests
□ Sleepsuits
□ Cardigans
□ All in one coat
□ Socks
□ Scratch mitts
□ Bibs
Travel
□ Pushchair
□ Car seat
□ Changing mat
□ Travel cot (if needed)
Feeding
(Some will not be needed, depending upon bottle/breast feeding)
□ Steriliser
□ Bottles
□Tommee tippee perfect prep machine
(Not needed but highly recommend)
□ Dummies
□ Formula
□ Ready made milk (for the hospital)
□ Highchair as they get older (I like to be prepared)
Sleeping / Nursery
□ Moses basket sheets
□ Cot & mattress
□ Cot sheets
□ Sleeping bag
□ Blankets
□ Baby monitor (recommend video)
□ Wardrobe
□ Draws
Play time
□ Bouncer
□ Play gym
□ Rattles
□ Snug seat (suitable from 3 months)
Changing
□ Changing mat (mama shack does some gorgeous prints)
□ Nappies different brands (Asda own brand has worked best for us with both boys)
□ Nappy bags
□ Wipes
□ Talc
□ Bubble bath
□ Towels
□ Flannels/sponges
□ Nail clippers/file
□ Thermometer (recommend digital ear ones)
Feel free to email me if you would like a printable copy mumforthesons@gmail.com
