What does a newborn need? This is a very common question, especially for first-time parents. Often this question goes unanswered, and as a result, these parents buy unnecessary items that their babies probably will never use.
1. Feeding
According to the WHO, it is recommended to feed the baby exclusively with breast milk for the first 6 months of life. However, some mothers have difficulties breastfeeding and therefore choose to use formula.
- Breastfeeding: At first, the baby doesn’t need anything else. Breastfeeding should be on demand, so whenever the baby is hungry, you should put them to the breast. However, there are some products that can make breastfeeding easier.
It is advisable to use nursing bras, as well as absorbent pads to prevent your clothes from getting stained by leaking milk.
If you are returning to work or have to leave the baby with a relative or friend, and don’t want to interrupt breastfeeding, you can use a breast pump and storage bags so anyone can feed your baby. In this case, you will also need to buy a bottle.
- Formula milk: In this case, you will need to buy one or two bottles. It is also advisable to have a thermos that allows you to prepare and keep water warm when you go out.
It is important to have a brush to clean the bottles, as residues can remain at the bottom. Many women buy sterilizers, but to make sure all bacteria are eliminated, boiling the bottles in water is enough.
2. Hygiene
The baby needs to be clean, but pediatricians do not consider it necessary to bathe them every day; bathing three times a week is enough. You should clean the face and hands daily with a damp sponge.
- Diapers: You won’t be able to leave the house without them. You can choose between disposable diapers or cloth diapers. Keep in mind that generally, a baby needs between 10 and 12 diapers a day during the first weeks.
- Wet wipes: You will use these to clean your baby when changing diapers, cleaning the baby’s face, etc.
- Diaper bag: This is essential on your shopping list since it’s ideal for when you are out of the house. It is preferable that it is waterproof, so it’s easier to clean in case of accidents.
- Bathtub or baby tub: To bathe the newborn, it is recommended to use a plastic bathtub, which is practical and very easy to clean. It will also make bath time easier since you can place it on a high surface and you won’t have to bend down.
- Bath gel and moisturizing cream: It is important to use bath gels and creams that do not harm the baby’s skin. The pediatrician or pharmacist can advise you on what is best for the newborn’s skin.
3. Clothing
You don’t need to buy a lot of clothes for a newborn since they grow very fast and much of that clothing will remain unused in the closet.
Some garments you should have are:
Onesies, Caps and mittens, Socks (shoes are not necessary since the baby does not walk), Cotton pants, Bibs or cloths to protect from spit-ups.
4. Accessories
There are many accessories that make work easier and others that it’s recommended to keep nearby because you never know when you might need them.
- First aid kit: Over time, you will expand the first aid kit, but during the first days you will need: Sterile gauze, Rounded-tip scissors (for cutting nails), Thermometer, Cream to prevent diaper rash, Cotton, Alcohol.
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