Starting from scratch, List of things to get?

[Hoody]

I never had to buy baby toiletries such as shampoos and lotions etc as i got given so much as pressies so i wouldnt bother!

I never used my baby bath either i always prefered the laundry sink so not a necessity.

Clothes- dont go too over board on them as you will no doubt get lots of pressies too and remember your bub may grow really fast. I always made sure i had plenty of singlets, socks, a hat or beanie depending on time of year. A couple of all in one jumpsuts and one or 2 nice outfits. I went through loads of wraps so i needed lots, one or 2 warmer ones and one or 2 muslin ones for if its hot. Really in my Nursery apart from the cot and change table there is nothing else!

Sorry if this doesnt help.

[Aimz]

Hey Mel - if you PM me your email address I have a MASSIVE powerpoint presentation of everything we will be buying - I researched it for months.

It includes pictures too!

[totallynew]

Hey Mel - if you PM me your email address I have a MASSIVE powerpoint presentation of everything we will be buying - I researched it for months.

It includes pictures too!

Hi Amysarah, would I also be able to have a copy of that powerpoint? I havent quite figured out how to PM yet though? LOL

[~Kim~]

mel, did you get the show bag with your booking in appointment? They used to come with a J&J booklet and in that it had a comprehensive list that you could just check off.
There's lots of threads in here about favourite items and wastes of money too.
All depends on your preference and your budget really.

[~clover~]

mel, did you get the show bag with your booking in appointment? They used to come with a J&J booklet and in that it had a comprehensive list that you could just check off.
There's lots of threads in here about favourite items and wastes of money too.
All depends on your preference and your budget really.

A friend of mine said they don't hand the bounty bags out anymore. Is that true???

I'm with Sammyjane - The t-shirt body suits are good. I put them over the singlet & under all his clothes as the singlets come up too easy.

Sleeping bags. From Big W or somewhere. They are like dressing gowns, but are sewn up at the bottom. I've got one that has holes in it for the pram & car seat strap. Its a really good idea as you don't have to unwrap them in the cold to put them in the car.

Wipes. I always forgot them.

A few cloth nappies - even if your not planning on using them. Spew rag, & nappy free time.

Dummies & bottles - even if you aren't planning on using them. You never know what will happen.

Bum cream - I find Sudocream the best, but there are heaps to choose from.

HTH.

[sweetpea678]

having done this 3 times now and this one being 5 years younger I practially started from scatch

Things you will realy need

1. place for bub to sleep cot/bassinett/hammick
2. car seat
3. pram
4. nappy bag
5. bouncer ( i love it)
6. singlets (about 5-7)
7. jumpsuits (at least 7)
8. cloth nappies 1 pack to start for spew etc
9. disposbale nappies (1 box of huggies newborn, bub might only fit for a few weeks if that) or cloth ones your choice
10. wipes

have a baby shower around 30 weeks or so gives you time to buy things you were not given. And don't get to much clothes you will be given heaps when bub is born i am sure.

hope this helps

[Mother Goose]

The girls have it pretty well covered. I don't think I could have coped without my bouncer - it was a basic one but it meant I could rock DD whilst I was having a meal and didn't have to hold her 24/7. She loved it and it was often the only way to settle her. And it was great when she had a cold as it kept her upright and the mucous ran out the nose instead of into the back of the throat.

Just on the nail clippers - even though the baby ones have a guard to minimise the risk of cutting skin, you may not feel confident using them for some time - especially if your baby is a wriggler. I actually used an emery board and filed her nails until about 3 months ago (she is now 18 months). She still wiggles heaps when I do her nails and HATES it when I clip them.

Target also has a list on their website of suggested things to buy for a newborn... although I think it goes a bit overboard it also includes things for yourself for when your in hospital so worth having a look at.

HTH

MG

[mellys bubby belly]

Hey Mel - if you PM me your email address I have a MASSIVE powerpoint presentation of everything we will be buying - I researched it for months.

It includes pictures too!

Would I be able to scab that too? I also dont know how to PM yet hee hee I'm still kinda a newbie here

[Sammiejane]

Amysarah - my god your orgainsed!!!

My top tips are
1) bouncer - dont worry about getting the one with all the bells and whistles, just one that you can pop you bubba in for a while, great in the kitchen so they can watch you and have a play - we got one with just a hoop over the top that toys hang off, but didnt really use that til she was 2.5-3mths old

2) TummyTub - the best baby bath in the world imo

3)body suits that popper under the nappy, singlets just ride up and are good only for underneth bodysiuits.

4) Some toys that are appropiate for older children - if ou have any friends with kids, they will be bored quickly and if your house is like mine and not toddler proof yet, you need somethings to entertain them with.

5) Rocking Chair - some people dont use theirs, but i use mine ever night for MJ night feeds, i dont leave her bedroom as she wakes up too much, i sit in the semi dark and feed and rock her and she settles soooo well

6)Grobag egg - measures room tempreture, fantastic in knowing whether to put another blanket on and also gives off an nice light

7) breathing sensor - we have a baby sense, loads of people have the angle care as it has a room thermomenter and audio monitor all in one, but our is just the alarm and we bought a cheap audio monitor. The angel care can sometimes pick up a ceiling fan, whereas the baby sense is more accurate... anyway, it has given us the ability to sleep without worry, the nights that she started to sleep through, i would just peek my head in the dor and see the light flash and know that she was just sleeping ... the first times that they sleep through can be a bit worring

hummm, there are more, but these are the ones that i am sooooo glad that i spent the money on and got

Congrats on the pg too

[Aimz]

Hi girls - the powerpoint presentation I have is saved at work and I won't be able to send it until Monday. I will PM those who have asked for a copy with my email address then you can email me and I will reply with my list.

Amysarah - my god your orgainsed!!!

When you are desperate for a baby but know you have to wait you will do anything to fill in the time!! It's my little way of being able to dream! You should see my cupboard of things I already have! I guess it makes the waiting game a little bit calmer - plus I get to shop!

[november08mum]

Hey Mel - if you PM me your email address I have a MASSIVE powerpoint presentation of everything we will be buying - I researched it for months.

It includes pictures too!

Hi Amysarah85,

Sounds like you are very organised!! Wish I could say the same!!!
Is there any chance I could get a copy of your presentation?

Thanks,

[buliej]

Hi
I'd like your presentation but can't figure out how to send a PM despite reading the FAQs. thank you. Julie

[Aimz]

Hi Julie and November08mum! As I understand it, you cannot send or recieve PM's until you have reached 25 posts. Once you have reached 25 posts PM me and I will be happy to send it to you.

[Clucky_Rach]

Hi Girls Loving the tips. Only thing is, how many of each size do you buy? I have no idea how long bub will be in a 000 and 00? I want to be prepared and not have to go out shopping for baby clothes until at least 4-5 months. I have enough 0000 for the hospital and first week or so. When my baby is 3 months it will be winter here in Melbourne so quite chilly.

I'm thinking of getting 6 singlets in 000 and 6 in 00 - is that too many? And for bodysuits or tops/pants how many of each size?

Thanks so much!

[luey]

Regarding singlets I found the Bonds 00 was the same size as kmart brand 000 I ended up being given a heap of hand me down singlets too in asstd sizes.
tbh I found that having bubs in a big singlet was okit just came over is bum and didnt ride up. My DS wa 3610g (7lb15). I would buy the kmart or target brand (they seem thicker) - maybe3 or 4 0000 and 6 or 7 000 or if you buy bonds, 4 000 and more 00. You can always use the 00 if you run out. Another thing to consider is the 'cuteness' factor - going into summer, bub may just wear a singlet and nappy some days or no singlet at all under clothes. Bubs look pretty cute full stop so isn't a huge issue.
In my hospital they used a singlet as a beanie - tied the straps/sleeves together and rolled it a bit. The part which usually goes around bubs belly went around the head. Wa a cool thing to do and it saves on them having to have another piece of baby clothing.

Bodysuits - 3 or 4, depends how often you want bub to wear them and will they be used as an outfit? Pumpkin patch online outlet store had some cute ones 2 for $9. Good buy.

Other clothes is hard to say, you will be given a lot. My bubs didn't fit 0000 bonds wondersuits so maybe have a few 000. I did have a few 0000 outfits - about 4 plus wondersuits.
Best piece of advic e I can give is keep the outfits simple - for bubs comfort and eas of dressing/undressing. They sleep lots too and will be wrapped. I know I wouldnt want to sleep in jeans.

Happy shopping

[Jennifer13]

My favourite things were:

- A Hug-a-bub carrier. Used it up until she was 18 mths (and wanted to walk everywhere) and it was MUCH more convenient when she was little than a pram for walking, shopping, etc. She would sleep in it and leave my hands free for ages!
- Aust Breastfeeding Assn subscription - came with a free book on bfing that was absolutely spot on, meant I could go along to meet-ups regularly and pick topics that I needed info on. (This is also a great gift from someone who doesn't know what to get you!).
- A rocker/bouncer that could rock itself (batteries) - it wasn't cheap but my sisters went in together and bought it for me and it gave me an uninterrupted shower every day!

Those were my top 3.

[buliej]

I now have 25 posts, but still can't PM you...not sure what I'm doing wrong.

[Aimz]

Ask one of the mods in the FAQ's section, I'm sure they will be able to help.