New Mum Checklist

To help you make planned purchases and to make sure you don't forget anything we have the 'New Mum Checklist'. Simply 'tick' the items you plan to purchase click on the 'Submit your checklist' button at the bottom of the page. Then you can print out the results for your future reference.

As future parent it is natural you want the best for your baby. However, buying for your baby does not have to mean you need to spend a fortune if you shop with Baby Names and Products. A new mum will spend $3,000 on average to purchase everything they need for the new baby. If you can save 10% on your purchase that's a whopping $300 saving.

Cot Mattress & Bedding

Your baby will be fine in a bassinet for a few weeks but you will then need a cot that conforms to current safety standards. You will also need a good supply of cot-sized sheets and blankets that can be firmly stretched and fitted around the mattress.

Bassinette and/or snuggle bed		Cot (we suggest one with an adjustable base)
Sheet sets		Bunny rugs
Woollen underlay (woollen underlay are perfect for all seasons)		Cotton and woollen blanket

Nappies

The choice between cloth nappies and disposable nappies is a matter of personal preference. If you don't mind doing a lot of washing, cloth nappies might work for you. Otherwise, you may choose disposable nappies . Either way, you will need a lot of them. The minimum number you should keep on hand is about two dozen. For a helpful list of the advantages and disadvantages of cloth and disposable nappies >Click here. If you need a few tips on how to save money on nappies >Click here. Some other supplies you will need are cotton balls, baby wipes, mild soap, baby shampoo, nail clippers, cream, thermometer, and a nappy bag.

Disposable nappies

Nappy Wipes

Feeding

Breast pump, formula, and supplies - your doctor can recommend what breast pump, formula, bottles, and supplies are appropriate for you and your baby.

Breast pump		Feeding bottles & teats
Changetable		Highchair

Safety Items

Safety is paramount for your new baby. Fireplace bumpers, safety gates, outlet plugs, etc.

Baby Monitor		Playpen
Safety gates and other safety items

Essential Travel Items

A pram, stroller, carseat or travelcot are major items that should give you years of service and could be used for another child.

For helpful articles on choosing a pram, stroller or carseat click on one of the articles below...
Prams & strollers >Click here
Carseats >Click here
Travelcots >Click here

Once you have decided on what type of pram, stroller, carseat or travelcot you would like, there are many brands you can choose from.

Pram		Stroller
Double Pusher		Jogging Pram
Carseat		Travelcot
Baby nappy bag		Complete Travel System

Other Essential Items

Walker/Entertainers		2 bath towels and 4 face washers
Baby bath

Very useful items

A baby carrier (essential for when you are shopping and they want to be held, and for when you are preparing dinner)		A playmat (mat with toys strung overhead) excellent for approx 2 months onwards
An automatic swing (fantastic for unsettled babies)		Age appropriate toys

Additional Items (Type in and extra items not listed on the form)

With a little preparation and by buying the essentials before your baby comes home, you will have all the simple necessities that will make your day-to-day routine safe and easy.

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