Hellobee Boards Topic: Must haves!!

Hellobee Boards Topic: Must haves!! https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 09 May 2026 10:52:13 +0000 mrs.shinerbock on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610825 Sat, 03 May 2014 14:35:57 +0000 mrs.shinerbock 1610825@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I second the Baby Bargains book, it gave useful reviews on a lot of things we were looking for. Some sort of swaddles. We used A&A blankets for the first three months, then used the SwaddleMe. Loved both and still use the A&A blankets for a lot of other things. Lots and lots of towel/burp cloths/flannel receiving blankets/cotton rags/whatever to wipe up spit-up and drool, soak up breast milk or formula. We have 12+ and it seemed like I had to do laundry every other day because we used them to wipe up everything. MrsBeluga on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610609 Sat, 03 May 2014 10:15:35 +0000 MrsBeluga 1610609@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Halo sleepsacks. We tried swaddling our baby but it just wasn't as tight as the sleepsack. Plus it velcro's instead of snaps which is way easier on the sleep deprived. It helped baby stay asleep and fall asleep, worth every penny. wonderstruck on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610590 Sat, 03 May 2014 09:57:51 +0000 wonderstruck 1610590@https://boards.hellobee.com/ Here were ours! For the nursery: - Crib with at least 2 sheet sets - Changing pad and diaper genie (wouldn't make it on some people's list, but I LOVE having a designated changing area and it has made things so simple for us.) - Humidifer - Sound machine - Nightlight or lamp with soft lighting (you really don't want to turn on the overhead light during MOTN feedings/diaper changes.) - Crib soother (like a light-up aquarium style one, it made the crib transition wayyyy easier) Gear: - Breast pump - Rock n Sleep (great for newborn sleep and super easy to transport for naps at the grandparents or wherever) - Swing (OMG this saved my life on exhausted bad sleep days) - Car seat (we got a car seat/stroller combo, but you could also skip the stroller and babywear, so not necessarily a must have.) -Infant tub and soap (unless you have something at home you're comfortable using, like a big kitchen sink - ours wouldn't have worked) - Something for tummy time. Could be a boppy with some toys, could be an activity mat, but you'll likely need something. Other stuff: - Bottles and stuff to wash them (bottle brush, drainboard if you don't have one, etc.) - Swaddle blankets (love the A&A ones) - Nosefrida - Thermometer - Nail clippers - Meds like infant tylenol, teething tablets, diaper rash cream, etc. (You want to already have this stuff the first time you need it - going to the store with a sick baby sucks!) - Some basic clothes - onesies, footie pajamas, socks etc. - Diapers and wipes - Baby monitor rattles on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610582 Sat, 03 May 2014 09:45:21 +0000 rattles 1610582@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I liked the HB guides and Lucie's List, but I also found the book "Baby Bargains" well worth the purchase. I thought it had some of the most comprehensive breakdowns of available gear. Mrs. Oatmeal on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610552 Sat, 03 May 2014 09:07:21 +0000 Mrs. Oatmeal 1610552@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I second Lucies List...so helpful! Our must haves were : crib, stroller, car seat, baby K'Tan carrier, swing (borrowed...used for naps for 5 months), swaddle blankets, humidifier, nursing pillow, Earth Mama Angel Baby nipple cream, and an exercise ball for bouncing her to sleep! I used the exercise ball for my whole pregnancy too. Foodnerd81 on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610485 Sat, 03 May 2014 07:47:40 +0000 Foodnerd81 1610485@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I thought Lucies List was a really great starting place for registry advice. I started there then researched the hell out of some things, blindly registered for others. Do you have a friend with a baby who could register with you? So much depends on your lifestyle and your baby- of course you won't know what your baby likes until it's here! Greentea on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610447 Sat, 03 May 2014 06:45:45 +0000 Greentea 1610447@https://boards.hellobee.com/ I am a minimalist: -crib (mattress, 3 sheets) -gowns and or footie pajamas -diapers/ wipes -baby bath tub (baby soap) -car seat -blessed nest nursing pillow -stroller with bassinet (doubled as extra place to set baby) -wholesome baby diaper cream -Australian gold lanolin if you are nursing -ergo with infant insert -blankets for baby (for car seat etc.) Arden on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610388 Sat, 03 May 2014 01:21:09 +0000 Arden 1610388@https://boards.hellobee.com/ It totally depends on your approach to parenting. If I was starting from scratch, this would be my list of must-haves: Sleep: - Side-car/co-sleeper (arm's reach or something similar) - Gowns (I loved these because they were easy for changes) Diapering: - 24 newborn cloth diapers (I loved lil'joey) - 18 one-size cloth diapers (I like bum genius freetimes) - 50 cloth wipes (gro-via are my favorite) - Diaper rash stick (gro-via) - Disposable liners for meconium (gro-via again) Feeding: - Nursing pads - Lanolin - Nursing tanks Gear: - Baby k'tan or moby wrap - Infant car seat - Nose frieda lamariniere on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610372 Sat, 03 May 2014 00:35:44 +0000 lamariniere 1610372@https://boards.hellobee.com/ There are some good guides in the blog section. I think it really depends on your lifestyle/budget. My list of essentials: Crib or place for baby to sleep Stroller Car seat Carrier Bouncer or rock n play Swaddles Nose Frieda Accessories for feeding the baby whether it be BF or FF (bottles, pump, formula, boob care items, nursing bras/tanks, etc). Clothes Diapers and changing supplies Everything else is optional and will really depend on you and your baby. Mirage on "Must haves!!" https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/must-haves#post-1610347 Sat, 03 May 2014 00:10:51 +0000 Mirage 1610347@https://boards.hellobee.com/ So I'm only 18 weeks (with our first) and obviously still have a LONG way to go. But my family was already talking about my shower which is going to be mid July as it's the only time that works for all of them. I personally think it's early as I'm not due until October 3rd...although my family has always been at least 2 weeks early with all their babies. Anyways, they were talking about registries and I realized I HAVE NO IDEA what I would need. So what were your must haves/needs and wants! Bonus for boy related items!