Nursery Checklist

Are you preparing for the arrival of your little one and overwhelmed by everything that is out there?

There are many things you actually don't need. But here are a few of my must have's as a Registered Nurse, Lactation Counselor, and mom of two little ones.

Sleep

• Crib or bassinet
• A firm infant mattress
• Infant mattress protector
• Breathable crib sheets
• Monitor
  • My favorite split-screen camera monitor
• A good swaddle ‍
  • Newborns can be swaddled until they roll over, or usually around three months of age.
  • My favorite is the Ollie Swaddle - velcro is a lifesaver for middle of the night re-swaddling. My favorite is the Ollie Swaddle - velcro is a lifesaver for middle of the night re-swaddling.

• Night light - for middle of the night feedings or diaper changes
  • Here are a few of my favorites:‍
    • Hatch Baby
    • One touch night light

• Sound Machine
  • Hatch Baby - can also be used for a night light, or ok-to-wake light when your baby is a toddler. ‍
  • Portable sound machine - for on the go!

Breastfeeding

• Silverettes - these are lifesavers in the beginning days of breastfeeding and promote nipple healing
• Hydrogel cooling pads
• Breastmilk storage bags
• Bottle cleaning and drying set, like this
• Breastfeeding support pillow
  • MyBreastFriend
  • Boppy pillow
• Wearable milk collectors
  • Breast shells
  • Haakaa ladybug
• Burp cloths
  • I loved these

Newborn Care

• Car seat - you cannot leave the hospital without one!!
• Diapers
  • It's good to have size newborn (NB) and size 1 diapers on hand.
  • If you deliver in hospital, they often will send you home with some!
• Plenty of wipes!!
• Gas drops
  • These are my favorite
• Rectal thermometer - taking your baby's temperature rectally is the most accurate
  • I like this one

• Nasal spray
  • Newborns get congested easily, which can make it difficult to feed and breathe. Having saline drops on hand are a must!
  • My favorite: Little Remedies‍
• Infant fever reducer
  • If your baby is under 3 months old, any fever over 100.4 requires a visit to your pediatrician.
  • Any dosage for a fever reducer is weight-based, so you should consult with your pediatrician to confirm the correct dosage.
  • My favorite brand of infant acetaminophen: Genexa
• Nail trimmer or filer-
  • Those little nails can be sharp! Here is my favorite nail trimmer.

• Baby bath
  • My favorite newborn bath
  • My favorite "grow with me" bath

For the Parents

• A really good nursery chair/glider
  • You will probably pass many hours in this chair, so make it a one you love.
• Comfortable pajamas for mom
  • Postpartum recovery can be difficult, but some easy loungewear can add comfort. If you're breastfeeding, make sure you have easy access for nursing.
  • Check out sets from Kindred Bravely
    • Kindred Bravely also makes nursing bras and nursing friendly shirts\dresses, and much more!

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