New Baby Must-Haves (Age 0 - 6 Months)

There is such a wide variety of gadgets for both mummy and baby these days that it makes one wonder if all of these are necessary, especially when babies grow so fast. Even for a particular baby item there can be so many different brands out there these days that it makes mums totally spoilt for choice. Sometimes while shopping for my little one, I really hope that there is less variety so that I do not need to be so distracted, confused and overwhelmed by the different gadgets and brands. Shopping will definitely be easier and faster with less choice. I have also been asked many times especially by first time mums "There are so many baby stuff out there but what are the basic things I need to get for my new born?”. Thus, I decide to document what I feel are the things most useful and essential for baby care, omitting out all the good-to-haves and fanciful gadgets. Babies are either sleeping/napping, feeding, pooping/bathing or having a bit of activity time. Thus, I will be listing the essentials for each of these categories below. To read more about the items in each category, click on their respective links or scroll down to their respective sections below.

 

Sleep/Nap (To read more, click here)

1) Baby Cot
2) Cot Mobile
3) Swaddle
4) Cot Toys
5) Pacifier
6) Mattress Cover and Protector
 

Clean-Up Time (Bath/ Change of diapers e.g. after Pooping) (To read more, click here)

1) Changing Mat
2) Diaper Wipes

3) No-Rinse Cleansing Fluid

4) Cotton Wool

5) Diaper Rash Cream

6) Diapers

7) Bathtub and Non-Slip Mat

8) Bath Cloth
9) Shampoo and Body Wash
10) Bath Towel
11) Moisturisers
12) Cloths
 

Feeding (To read more, click here)

1) Breast Pump

2) Milk Bottles

3) Steriliser

4) Cleaning Brushes

5) Cleanser

6) Breast Milk Storage Bags/ Containers

 

Activity Time (To read more, click here)

1) Baby Rattle

2) Rocker/ Bouncer
3) Activity Gym/ Mat
4) Toys

 

Going Outing with Baby (To read more, click here)

1) Car Seat

2) Baby Stroller/ Carrier
3) Diaper Bag
4) Milk Powder Dispenser
5) Thermo Flask

Sanitisation/ Washing (To read more, click here)

This category covers all the sanitisation and washing liquids which are not mentioned in the earlier categories.
 

1) Sanitizer

2) Baby Laundry Detergent

3) Baby Furniture or Toy No-Rinse Cleaner