Top 7 Must-Have List Of Baby Items.

As a first time mom, I am like many of you. I thought I needed everything for a new baby.

I would spend hours scrolling and searching must need baby registry ideas and looking through the pamphlets of the stores I was registered at (while stuffing my face with Doritos, what were some of your pregnancy cravings?).

Because HELLO, it was a new baby!! It’s scary, you’ve never done this and you hear all the time that every baby is different so why not just get it all?

I am 10 months into this mom life now and I have a pretty vocal little man who tells you exactly what he likes and what he doesn’t like. The every baby different rule is so true though so of course even though these are what worked well for our baby, yours might be different.

Although I think I have picked a pretty standard must-have’s for babies so let’s get to it!


Pack N’ Play.

I highly recommend a pack n’ play! Specifically one with a bassinet attachment. That’s what we used for the first few months of the newborn stage and it was wonderful! He loved falling asleep to the soothing vibration setting and having a changing table attachment was easy for midnight changes and feedings. Plus a pack n’ play in general is just nice to have for travel, for play time, outside time. It’s so versatile!

Swaddles.

Swaddles are such a must-have item. My son loved his swaddles but once he got a couple weeks old I ended up having to keep one arm out because he loved to touch his cheek and chin while sleeping. Swaddles are such a good blanket for your baby though when they are first born.

Halo Sleepsack.

Once your baby is out of swaddles, I HIGHLY recommend halo sleepsacks. We have been using these for his blankets and I just love them. They are so soft and so easy to use and some even still have a swaddle type feature that work for that snug cuddle feel.

Fridababy Nose Frida.

I don’t know about you but I can never get those little bulb syringes to work for sucking out boogers and snot. The Nose Frida is such a lifesaver. Personally, I think it works the best for even those dry hard to get out boogers. Defiantly a must-have.

Activity Center.

Any type of activity table, jumper is wonderful. For one it keeps your baby occupied for a longer period of time and it’s also a safe area to set your baby for a minute. Ones that turn into activity tables when they are a little older is also very versatile and nice as well.

Swing and Bouncer.

My son LOVED his baby swing. We had one that ended up being a swing and a bouncer. We could always rely on our swing if we were having a hard time getting him down for a nap. Plus, when he had his first cold I slept on the couch while he slept in his swing to keep him upright and it was a life-saver.

Car Seat and Stroller Travel System.

We have the Graco stroller and car seat bundle and love it! The snug lock car seat was perfect for winter when we had to carry him in and out or click him into the stroller easily. We love the big stroller as well, it’s been so fun watching him transition into this big stroller and love it! We did also purchase an umbrella stroller too just for a lightweight one to keep in our car.


We started this blog to help moms feel connected and not alone. Being a new mom is scary and not knowing what your baby is going to want or need is even scarier!

So I hope this eases your mind a little and helps you find a starting point, because you are not alone!

For all my seasoned moms, what are some of your must-have baby items?

Do you love any of these items as well above?

Let’s chat in the comments! Thanks for reading 🙂

Comments

32 responses to “Top 7 Must-Have List Of Baby Items.”

  1. survivethekidz Avatar
    survivethekidz

    I love my pack n’play. I use that and the halo sleep sack all the time.

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Yes!! Such staples to have! Thanks for reading 🙂

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  2. Brooke Avatar
    Brooke

    So true. They are all important, but a good swaddle is life-changing.

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Defiantly agree with that!! Swaddles were life savers during the first few months!

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  3. Raising Harry Avatar

    Great post.

    This will be very useful for new parents!

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Thank you so much!

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  4. Sarah Avatar

    Excellent list! The pack and play was such a huge help when my son was young. I honestly couldn’t imagine my life without it so I’m glad to see it at the top of the list. Really helpful for new parents who may not know what essential items to have.

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Yes the pack n play is our most used item right now! Helps with outside play for my son right now! Love it. Thanks so much for reading!

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  5. Lu Reviews Books Avatar

    Great post! Thanks for sharing 😉

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  6. lifestyleseason Avatar

    Great post! This will help so many new parents!

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Thank you so much 😊

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  7. Hope Chilinda Avatar
    Hope Chilinda

    I can’t wait to be a mom one day so I can use all these great tips on your blog!

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Yes!! Thank you so much! That means a lot 😊

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  8. nortoncharity Avatar
    nortoncharity

    I am not a parent, but this seems like such a great list of must have baby items!

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Thank you so much! 😊

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  9. maimsutton Avatar
    maimsutton

    Great list! Looking through this list is giving me such bad baby fever. We swore by the nose frida! My babies hated the process, but were so relieved afterwards.

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Yes!! My son hates it too but it works soo well! Thank you so much for reading 😊

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  10. kindkristine Avatar
    kindkristine

    These are ALL so important but the pack and play and Swaddlers were a game-changer for me! Must-haves. Thank you for sharing!

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      I agree!! Life-saving items for sure! Thank you for reading 😊

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  11. Savanna Gallman Avatar

    Definitely agree with the sleep sacks and the nose Frida!!! such lifesavers. We have been putting Jameson to bed in just a sleep sack because its been so hot in California !

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Yess! It’s been hot in Michigan the last couple of days so that’s what I’ve been doing too! Thanks so much for reading 😊

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  12. Lisa's Notebook Avatar

    Gosh, it’s been a long time since I was a new mum but these are all great tips for new mums – the sleepsacks were a lifesaver for us! Lisa

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      I agree! I love the sleepsacks! Especially now that it’s Summer. Thank you for reading 🙂

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  13. kaleylphenix Avatar

    A swing changed my life when I had my daughter! I was able to entertain her and get things done all at the same time.

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      Yess!! The best! Makes multi-tasking way easier I agree!

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  14. fluxingwell Avatar
    fluxingwell

    Pack and plays have sure come a long way since my boys were small. That item by far was my favorite. It was so handy for traveling. Thanks for sharing your list!

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      I agree!! Love it, but yes they now have lots of things added with it!

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  15. Shauna841505 Avatar

    These are all awesome! We couldn’t live with the Owlet and DockaTot!

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    1. quirkymoms486 Avatar

      I never got a Dockatot but after many great reviews I think we will for our next one!

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  16. noumey Avatar

    Awesome article this is so on point especially for a first time mother

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