Newborn Baby Essentials Checklist

Clothing Essentials #

• Onesies/Bodysuits (6-8)
• Sleepers/Gowns (4-6)
• Swaddles/Receiving Blankets (3-4)
• T-shirts (4-6)
• Pants/Leggings (4-6)
• Jackets/Sweaters (1-2)
• Socks/Booties (4-6)
• Hats (2-3)
• Mittens (2-3)
• Towels and Bath Towels (2-4)
• Special Occasion Outfit (1-2)

Feeding Essentials #

• Nursing Bras (2-3)
• Nursing Pads (12-24 pairs)
• Nursing Pillow (1)
• Nipple Cream (1 tube)

• Bottles (4-6)
• Formula (if not breastfeeding exclusively)
• Spare Nipples (2-4)
• Bottle Sterilizer

• Breast Pump (Manual or Electric)
• Milk Storage Bags/Bottles (20-30)
• Pumping Bra (1-2)
• Cooler Bag with Ice Packs (1)

• Nursing Cover (1)
• Nursing Pillow (1)
• Bottle Warmer
• Feeding Chair or Bouncer
• Feeding Tracker App or Notebook

• Bottle and Nipple Brush (1)
• Dish Soap
• Drying Rack (1)

• Baby Food Blender or Processor
• Baby Food Storage Containers (6-8)
• Silicone Baby Spoons (4-6)

• Nursing Tea or Lactation Supplements

Diapering Essentials #

• Newborn size (1-2 packs)
• Size 1 (2-3 packs)

• Changing Table or Changing Pad (1)
• Diaper Pail or Disposal System (1)
• Diaper Caddy or Organizer (1)
• Diaper Fasteners (if using cloth diapers) (1 set)

• Baby Wipes (4-6 packs)

• Diaper Rash Cream or Ointment (1-2 tubes)
• Baby Powder or Cornstarch (optional) (1)

• Diaper Bag (1)

• Changing Pad Covers (2-3)

• Disposable Changing Pads (1-2 packs)

• Cloth Diaper Liners, Inserts, and Boosters (1 set)
• Diaper Sprayer or Dunk and Swish Kit (1)
• Wet Bags (2-3)

• Hand Sanitizer (1)
• Diaper Size Indicator (optional) (1)

Sleeping Essentials #

• Crib or Bassinet (1)
• Rocking Chair(1)

• Fitted Crib Sheets (2-4)
• Waterproof Mattress Protector (1)

• Swaddle Blankets (2-3)
• Swaddle Wraps or Sleep Sacks (2-3)

• White Noise Machine or Sound Soother (1)
• Night Light (1)
• Humidifier (1)

• Sleep Sack or Wearable Blanket (2-3)

• Pacifiers (2-3)
• Baby Monitor (1)
• Sleep Positioner (optional) (1)

Health and Grooming Essentials #

• Baby Bathtub (1)
• Baby Shampoo and Body Wash (1)
• Soft Washcloths (4-6)

• Baby Hair Brush and Comb Set (1)
• Baby Nail Clippers or Scissors (1)
• Baby Nail File (1)
• Nasal Aspirator (1)

• Baby Lotion or Moisturizer (1)
• Baby Sunscreen (1)

• Digital Thermometer (1)
• Saline Nasal Spray (1)

• Baby Health Booklet (1)
• Emergency Contact List (1)

Entertainment and Activity Essentials #

• Soft Rattles (2-3)
• Crinkle Toys (2-3)
• Plush Toys (1-2)
• Swivel Bell

• Black and White Board Books (2-3)
• Soft Books with Mirrors (1)

• Musical Mobile (1)
• Lullaby CDs or MP3s (1)

• Activity Gym (1)
• Tummy Time Mirror (1)

• Texture Balls (2-3)
• Teething Toys (2-3)

• Soft Blanket for Cuddle Time (1)
• Baby Mirror (1)

• Hand and Footprint Kit (1)
• Baby-safe Paints (1 set)

• Baby Book or Journal (1)
• Baby-Friendly Apps (1)