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Q. What all do I need exactly? So far I have a baby bath and a diaper bag. I've picked out a Pack-N-Play with a bassinet (I'm moving in January so I'll be getting a crib after the move. It'll just make things a little easier). I've also picked out a swing, bouncy seat, bottle warmer, baby carrier, baby moniter, diaper pail, and a wipes warmer. Clothes, diapers, wipes, pacifiers, bottles blankets, health care stuff I'm just going to get in the store (easier than looking online.) I also have a travel system (stroller / car seat) picked out. Is there anything I'm missing?
â¥â¥â¥ Isabella Rose Due July 28, 2010 â¥â¥â¥
My mom will be giving me her breast pump that she used so I don't have to purchase one :)
Also... What brand of diapers and wipes do you recommend?
â¥â¥â¥ Isabella Rose Due July 28, 2010 â¥â¥â¥
My mom will be giving me her breast pump that she used so I don't have to purchase one :)
Also... What brand of diapers and wipes do you recommend?
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-breast feeding supplies-storage, nursing pads, creams, a nursing bra for you
-towels and rags for baby
-mittens and hats and socks
-cloth diapers for burping
-baby laundry detergent
-a mesh laundry bag (delicates bag) for small baby items such as socks, mittens, bibs, etc. keeps them together in the wash so nothing gets lost or stuck under the agitator
-car seat accessories- head support, strap covers (so the straps don't rub the neck)
-bottle cooler to keep bottles cold on the go (like if you make one while you're out and baby doesn't finish it), they have single ones that come with an ice pack
-waterproof pads/sheet savers to put in pack n play to protect from leaks and spit up or protect surfaces (bed, floor) when changing baby
-you may want to have a small thing of formula on hand, just in case you need it. my daughter had jaundice really bad and had to be on formula full time even though I had planned to breast feed. We had a can at home, so we didn't have to run out and get some the first few days
-travel wipes case for diaper bag
-play gym for baby to lay on and look at
-some kind of musical toy, my daughter goes to sleep really well if we wind up her musical giraffe or turn on the piano (precious planet kick n play piano, plays for a while and has lights) or your pack n play may have a musical attachment
I prefer Luvs and Pampers diapers because my baby has thin legs and the legs on these fit better. Huggies are good, but the leg holes are to big for my little girl. My daughter is 6 weeks old and is just now almost to big for newborn diapers. It all depends on the baby. Buy a variety of sizes of diapers, you can always take them back.
I like huggies wipes and pampers wipes so far, but I haven't tried a bunch of different ones. Parent's Choice (Walmart brand) are good, except the refill packs don't like to "feed" through the hole in our warmer like they are supposed to.
-breast feeding supplies-storage, nursing pads, creams, a nursing bra for you
-towels and rags for baby
-mittens and hats and socks
-cloth diapers for burping
-baby laundry detergent
-a mesh laundry bag (delicates bag) for small baby items such as socks, mittens, bibs, etc. keeps them together in the wash so nothing gets lost or stuck under the agitator
-car seat accessories- head support, strap covers (so the straps don't rub the neck)
-bottle cooler to keep bottles cold on the go (like if you make one while you're out and baby doesn't finish it), they have single ones that come with an ice pack
-waterproof pads/sheet savers to put in pack n play to protect from leaks and spit up or protect surfaces (bed, floor) when changing baby
-you may want to have a small thing of formula on hand, just in case you need it. my daughter had jaundice really bad and had to be on formula full time even though I had planned to breast feed. We had a can at home, so we didn't have to run out and get some the first few days
-travel wipes case for diaper bag
-play gym for baby to lay on and look at
-some kind of musical toy, my daughter goes to sleep really well if we wind up her musical giraffe or turn on the piano (precious planet kick n play piano, plays for a while and has lights) or your pack n play may have a musical attachment
I prefer Luvs and Pampers diapers because my baby has thin legs and the legs on these fit better. Huggies are good, but the leg holes are to big for my little girl. My daughter is 6 weeks old and is just now almost to big for newborn diapers. It all depends on the baby. Buy a variety of sizes of diapers, you can always take them back.
I like huggies wipes and pampers wipes so far, but I haven't tried a bunch of different ones. Parent's Choice (Walmart brand) are good, except the refill packs don't like to "feed" through the hole in our warmer like they are supposed to.
Which is the best full size stroller?
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We have a baby due in about 2 months and I am in need of a stroller...and tylenol! My head hurts from reading so many reviews. I started researching strollers months ago and I feel like I've made no progress. I want a stroller that is well built and durable, don't care too much about the weight (I've had a quatto tour deluxe before), has parent tray with cupholders and child snack tray, comfy for long trips, bassinet option would be great, suitable for newborns, travel system/accepts an infant seat with bar, all-terrain tires would be nice and has a easy fold. I've looked at Chicco and don't really care for that stroller, bought the bumbleride indie 2010 but I think I'm returning it (the plastic under the seat/back cushion is flimsy and I don't like the recline pull strap thingy) and would like something better than the old graco I used to have. The britax chaperone travel system seemed perfect to me but there are very few and really mixed reviews. I want the stroller I buy to be the first and last without dropping $1000 on it.
Answer
The britax chaperone travel system looks pretty nice, though I've never tried it myself. However I will give you some tips. We have three kids-7, 4 and 2. All of them have been in strollers and baby carriers galore. Here are my tips of what a good stroller should have:
1. Big wheels-umbrella strollers have smaller wheels that make it harder to turn in tight spaces-think grocery stores and malls.
2. Hooks for all your bags you're going to carry. You can buy these separately. (Just remember the stroller might tip if there's too many bags and not enough baby in the stroller!)
3. Easy access to the bottom/big mesh area-for the diaper bag
4. Area up top for sippy cups/bottles. Makes it easier than tossing it in bottom compartment. Also a tray for baby after a few months for his food.
5. Straps to adjust seat recline are nice and easy to handle.
6. Simple seat belts that will open and close with a thick layer of food residue on them, which they will have. Also should be able to open them with one hand.
7. Baby carrier should click into carrier, most do and it's nice to push instead of carry.
Try these out on some strollers in the store and don't stress too much! Just focus on having a healthy baby! The easy part is having one. The hard part is trying to carry the carrier, push an umbrella stroller and keep the oldest one close!
Congratulations on your baby and I hope he is
The britax chaperone travel system looks pretty nice, though I've never tried it myself. However I will give you some tips. We have three kids-7, 4 and 2. All of them have been in strollers and baby carriers galore. Here are my tips of what a good stroller should have:
1. Big wheels-umbrella strollers have smaller wheels that make it harder to turn in tight spaces-think grocery stores and malls.
2. Hooks for all your bags you're going to carry. You can buy these separately. (Just remember the stroller might tip if there's too many bags and not enough baby in the stroller!)
3. Easy access to the bottom/big mesh area-for the diaper bag
4. Area up top for sippy cups/bottles. Makes it easier than tossing it in bottom compartment. Also a tray for baby after a few months for his food.
5. Straps to adjust seat recline are nice and easy to handle.
6. Simple seat belts that will open and close with a thick layer of food residue on them, which they will have. Also should be able to open them with one hand.
7. Baby carrier should click into carrier, most do and it's nice to push instead of carry.
Try these out on some strollers in the store and don't stress too much! Just focus on having a healthy baby! The easy part is having one. The hard part is trying to carry the carrier, push an umbrella stroller and keep the oldest one close!
Congratulations on your baby and I hope he is
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