The birth of a baby means pleasant worries, responsibility and three to four dozen new things, the purpose of which young parents did not even suspect before. Nipples, bottles, baby cosmetics, diapers, baby vests and many other useful things take up a lot of free space.
How to deal with clothes and important equipment? What does a newborn need? Maximum for you full list necessary for little man of things. From a separate section you will learn what documents you will need to register your baby.
How not to lose sight of the necessary things? What can you do without at first?
- choose quality items, be especially careful when purchasing children's clothing, creams and plastic items. Cheap imitations famous brands– a waste of money, a threat to the baby’s health;
- Always take plenty of diapers (calico and flannel): the newborn pees often and walks in a big way. The situation when everything is wet, dirty, and there is nothing to wear is often common due to the lack of five or six extra diapers for a young mother;
- do not buy diapers in reserve, try two or three types to choose the most comfortable pattern for your baby;
- Choose a stroller together with your young mother. A surprise gift is good, but if mommy is uncomfortable handling the stroller, she will definitely not be happy with your purchase;
- Consider the time of birth of the baby. The winter list of things for a tiny person is somewhat different from the summer one. For example, in the cold season, you will need thicker bedding, and a stroller for walking in winter must have an insulated cradle, strong, high-quality wheels, and large hoods;
- There are things that you can safely do without at first. In the first two weeks, you definitely won’t need a 0+ car seat, and you can use a washcloth, even a soft one, no earlier than half a month after birth.
What does a newborn need?
There is a minimum list of items without which it is impossible complete care for the baby. These things will be useful for kids, regardless of gender.
Things to sleep
List:
- flannelette and wool blanket, plaid (depending on the season, air temperature in the apartment);
- a cradle or crib plus sides to create a comfortable sleeping space;
- soft blanket With its help, it’s easy to make a small, cozy nest, in which the baby is much calmer than in the middle of a “huge” crib;
- night light;
- children's bedding;
- comfortable mattress. The ideal option is with a “summer-winter” surface.
Bathing accessories
List:
- a bathtub, preferably with a slide: this way it will be convenient for mommy to bathe the baby without the help of loved ones;
- washcloth – soft, non-irritating to the skin, needed after a couple of weeks;
- water thermometer;
- large towel with corner – 1 pc.;
- soft towel without corner – 2 pcs.;
- You will need baby soap in a week or two;
- herbs - string, chamomile, to prepare healing infusions.
Useful items for baby care
Be sure to buy:
- diapers small size tagged New Born. At the birth of children ahead of schedule If you are underweight, you will need size No. 1. Good feedback received diapers of the brands Pampers, Libero, Haggis, Merries, Moony;
- diapers - 25–30 pieces (if you decide to use diapers only for walks). You will need thin (chintz) plus thicker, warmer (flannel) diapers. Buy at least 15 thin and warm diapers. In summer, you need more cotton diapers, up to 20 pieces (with minimal use of diapers).
To care for a newborn you will need:
- baby changing table;
- diaper cream;
- baby milk or butter. At first, use the nourishing/moisturizing mass only after bathing, once a day;
- oilcloth size 60x80cm;
- diaper rash cream;
- baby powder;
- brilliant green, boric acid to treat the umbilical wound;
- cotton swabs with special limiters;
- cotton pads, sterile cotton wool;
- children's nail clippers or small scissors with rounded edges;
- moisturizing cream with chamomile extract;
- gas outlet pipe;
- thermometer for babies. Choose modern models for safely measuring baby's temperature;
- washing powder of famous brands. Look for the inscription on the packaging (“From the first days of life);
- basket for collecting dirty laundry.
Necessary for wakefulness
List:
- rattles;
- oilcloth;
- diapers/diapers;
- a disposable diaper that allows for comfortable air baths (optional).
Feeding items
List:
- breast pump Many moms recommend a device to maintain breast shape instead of hand pumping;
- two breast pump bottles;
- infant formula for feeding newborns. Let it be at home just in case, even if you have a lot of milk. In the maternity hospital, check with your doctor what brand of formula he recommends;
- sterilizer, bottle warmer (for bottle feeding or mixed feeding);
- A brush that is convenient for washing bottles and baby dishes.
Does a baby need water?
This is a question many mothers ask, especially in hot weather. At breastfeeding Give boiled water at the same time as introducing complementary foods. There is no need to add additional solder before: breast milk meets the baby's needs. Up to 4 months, water is not necessary for babies.
Even artificial babies do not need to be given water in the first days of life: the appetite will worsen, the tiny stomach will be able to accommodate water and milk, and regurgitation will occur. Another option is possible: the newborn will fill his stomach with water and refuse next feeding. After two months the baby artificial feeding 120 ml of water is enough.
Advice! First, give boiled water, then buy a special “Children’s” brand from well-known manufacturers at the pharmacy to avoid counterfeiting.
Accessories for walking
List:
- stroller. In winter, a voluminous, insulated cradle plus large hoods are required; in summer, a raincoat and mosquito net are required;
- diapers, diaper bag;
- an envelope or a warm blanket;
- a thermal container that can hold several bottles.
Wardrobe items for a child for the summer
List:
- a light envelope to pick up the baby from the maternity hospital;
- vests, including those with sewn sleeves – 3 pcs.;
- slips for a newborn – 3 warm plus 3 light models;
- thin cotton diapers, size – 90 cm by 1.20 m (for the first time);
- bodysuit for newborns. Buy 3 pieces of each type: long/short sleeve, body shirt;
- rompers made of thin and dense knitwear (with a soft flannel surface inside) with ties or buttons. Don’t buy a lot at once, 4 pieces of light and denser ones are enough. As your baby grows, purchase the right size;
- a cap made of chintz/fine knitwear - just two or three jokes;
- thin socks – 3 pairs are enough.
Clothes for newborns in winter
List:
- vests with buttons - 3 pieces each, made of flannel and cotton;
- hat or cap made of cotton, fine knitwear – 2 pcs.;
- a bodysuit with long sleeves plus “scratch mittens” (fabric mittens so that the newborn does not accidentally scratch his face with sharp nails);
- flannelette sliders – 4 pieces;
- warm hat with ties – 1 piece;
- warm transformable blanket;
- slips - 2 pieces of knitted or cotton plus the same number of warm ones, made of fleece;
- booties plus socks. Be sure to have two pairs of thin ones, and the same number of warm ones;
- overalls with fur or synthetic padding, with a hood, closed arms and legs.
Advice! Consider whether there are facilities for quickly drying washed diapers or onesies. If you don’t have the opportunity, be sure to buy a couple more items of each type.
What documents does a newborn need?
The baby is born, chores and pleasant excitement overwhelm the young parents. Despite some confusion, it is important to remember the set of documents that a newborn should receive. That's right, in due date register a small citizen to avoid problems, fines, and a hasty search for the right organization if the registration of a small member of society is overdue.
You need to get:
- registration at the place of residence;
- birth certificate;
- citizenship;
- compulsory medical insurance policy.
Briefly about it:
- where, when, what papers should be handed over to you;
- how to register a baby in a house or apartment;
- what you need for health insurance;
- where to apply for citizenship.
Discharging from maternity hospital
Upon discharge, the young mother receives a package of documents:
- exchange card. The woman in labor should give it to the gynecologist who observed the pregnancy;
- child's birth certificate. Remember: the document is valid for a month;
- third coupon of birth certificate.
How to issue a certificate
Contact the registry office located in your locality. In most cases, the baby is registered by the department at the place of residence of either parent. It is important to submit an application for the birth of a baby within a month.
When registering, the following documents are required:
- birth certificate;
- a supporting document from the private practice doctor who delivered the child;
- if the birth took place without the participation of medical staff, outside the walls of the maternity hospital, a statement from the person who was present at the birth is required;
- Marriage certificate;
- passports of father and mother (in single-parent families - mother).
Registration
Parents can choose where to register the baby: at the place of residence of one of the parents. Registration does not require the consent of people previously registered in this living space.
Citizenship
This mandatory procedure allows you to later receive a civil passport and issue a certificate for maternal capital. Without citizenship, you cannot travel abroad with your baby.
Before giving birth, a woman has many worries: she needs to prepare all the documents, collect her belongings, visit the doctor regularly, but we must not forget about the things that you and your newborn baby will need. So, the birth is approaching, what will the long-awaited family member need? We have prepared for you the most complete list of things.
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Things for the crib, for the stroller, and things necessary for the maternity hospital
Everything you need from the first days of your baby's life
List of things to take to the hospital
Each maternity hospital has its own rules. These rules include a list for the newborn for the first time, and also relate to visits, permitted products, permitted and prohibited things.
1. In any case you will need:
- Diapers, preferably disposable;
- Wet wipes;
- Baby soap;
- Powder;
- Discharge kit;
- Cotton pads;
2. It is necessary to check with the maternity hospital, since in some it is customary to give mothers “official” sterilized baby clothes:
- Diapers (5 pieces each of cotton and flannelette);
- Socks;
- Hats (2 pieces each, warm and thin);
- Baby vests (light and warm) (5 pieces);
- Cap (light, warm, lace)
- Dummy (some doctors are categorically against);
- According to your preferences, rompers or onesies.
Children's clothing must be washed and ironed before going to the maternity hospital.
VIDEO: what to take to the maternity hospital
What you will need at home
The bustle associated with the birth of a child absorbs parents so much that sometimes the most important things completely fly out of their heads. It's better to have a list in this situation. By consulting it, relatives will be able to check the availability of essential items before the baby is discharged from the hospital.
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Basic things for the room
First aid kit list
Immediately after returning home with the baby, you will begin to carry out all hygiene measures for him yourself. The list of a first aid kit for a newborn will help you purchase everything you need to care for your baby, treat the umbilical cord and deal with the most common childhood problems.
- Hydrogen peroxide (3%);
- Zelenka (1%);
- Sterile cotton wool;
- Cotton swabs (for treating the umbilical wound);
- Potassium permanganate or chamomile for bathing;
- Vaseline oil;
- Thermometer;
- Aspirator (to remove mucus from the nose);
- Gauze;
- Sequence and collection of herbs No. 2;
- Pipette and syringes.
Hygiene products
Caring for the baby requires special rules: daily washing, frequent washing, keeping the skin dry and clean. Newborn hygiene products will help with this. It is better to give preference to children's hypoallergenic brands of cosmetics.
scissors, file (nail care products) - Baby soap;
- Wet wipes;
- Paper towels;
- Powder;
- Baby cream;
- Oil for folds;
- Diaper cream;
- Cotton pads;
- Scissors with rounded ends;
- Thermometer for measuring water temperature.
A table of what a newborn needs first is presented below:
Now let's take a closer look at what quantity and why each item is needed.
Set of clothes
Choosing clothes for a newborn baby is one of the primary issues in preparing for his birth. There is a basic list of things that your baby will need, as well as additional things that are needed at certain times of the year.
The most necessary furniture
Before the baby is born, in addition to clothes You should prepare a room for him and buy all the necessary furniture.
Useful items for walking
For a walk, you should definitely buy a stroller. They are various types and forms. For the first six months of a baby’s life, a cradle is needed to keep him in a lying position. Also When buying a stroller, you should pay attention to the presence of additional things:
- mosquito net;
- raincoat;
- a bag for Mother;
- basket and so on.
These items are also important, but not essential.
You can buy a 2 in 1 stroller, then it will last longer. From 6 months, the baby can be carried in a stroller, when the baby will not sleep, but will look at everything around.
If the child likes to be constantly close to his mother in his arms, then you can buy a sling. This is a fabric device that is used to carry a child in the first months of life and up to 2-3 years. It frees up the mother’s hands for various tasks and allows her to travel with the child, go shopping, visit guests, and museums.
Gives the child the opportunity to look around. Convenient for breastfeeding. In a sling you can feed your baby without anyone noticing. You can feed in a sling and do business at the same time.
You can also purchase a car seat to transport your baby in the car, for a walk or to visit someone.
Bed sheets
For bed linen you must purchase:
- mattress, it must be of medium hardness and must correspond to the size of the crib so that no gaps form;
- bed sheet;
- blanket (down, synthetic, flannelette, wool, depending on the time of year) or blanket;
- duvet cover;
- bumpers to ensure baby's safety.
There is no need to buy a canopy, it is only needed for beauty (but at the same time it is an extra dust collector). If desired, you can purchase oilcloth if the baby will not be in diapers all the time to prevent damage to the mattress. A newborn does not need a pillow.
Care and hygiene products
After the birth of the baby, you should provide him with care. Morning toilet is carried out 2 times a day, for it you need:
- cotton buds;
- cotton pads;
- wet wipes;
- baby oil;
- hypoallergenic baby soap;
- sterile cotton wool;
- manicure scissors;
- diaper cream;
- powder;
- hair brush;
- herbs for bathing (chamomile, calendula);
- diapers.
Food Accessories
First, the mother should decide whether her baby will be breastfed, that is natural feeding or artificial.
If you are breastfed, then in the first six months of life you do not need any accessories. You may only need a bottle, if you want to supplement your baby with water.
Pacifiers allow the baby to satisfy his sucking reflex. But they are not mandatory. If you are bottle-fed, then necessary supplies are:
- A bottle (preferably glass, as it does not retain odors).
- A heater for warming up mixtures, as they cannot be heated in a microwave.
- Sterilizer, but if this is not possible, then you will need to sterilize the bottle in boiled water.
- Nipples - put on a bottle with a drink. The advantage of a pacifier is that absorption of food or drink occurs in the most natural and safe way, since sucking movements bring the swallowing reflex into a state of “combat readiness.”
Liquid should not leak out of it when the bottle is turned over. And when you press on the expanding part of the nipple, the contents of the bottle begin to flow out in infrequent drops.
- Measuring spoon.
Items for development
Toys for a baby in the first months are an important source of new information. about the world, a tool for the development of consciousness and fine motor skills, which is directly related to the development of the baby’s speech.
What other products should I purchase?
Things that will be useful and may be needed, but are not required:
- Humidifier, since it is important for a newborn that the air in the room in which he will be is humidified.
- Night light necessary at night, since the baby often needs to be swaddled, checked, fed, so as not to turn on the big lights.
- Slide projector, since closer to six months, children love to listen to fairy tales and stories. This device helps children develop speech, imagination, memory, and subsequently instills an interest in reading.
Everything down to the smallest detail for babies from 6 to 12 months
- If the baby was breastfed, then from six months you need to buy a bottle, plate, spoon, since from this time complementary foods are usually introduced.
- You also need a high chair for feeding and a large bib, as the baby begins to use a spoon.
- A playpen that creates a protective space for a crawling baby.
- Toys for a child at this age include large plastic cubes, cups that can be placed one inside the other, buckets and molds for the sandbox, rubber bath toys, various toys, which can be carried on a string, the first books.
- Also required Stroller, since the baby no longer sleeps all the time, but likes to look at everything around him.
- Bathing seat. From about 7-9 months, when the baby sits confidently, the seat is securely attached to the adult bathtub using 4 suction cups. After bathing, the suction cups are easily detached using special tongues. The comfortable backrest supports the baby in a sitting position.
Bright hanging toys on the front of the seat turn bathing into a game. With this seat, the mother does not need to restrain the baby - her hands remain free, making it easy to wash the baby.
- Set of blocking devices. At about 6-7 months, the baby is already actively crawling, so it is very important to maintain maximum safety when the baby plays in an open space, because even under the supervision of the mother, the child can accidentally harm himself. These can be door clamps, cabinet door opening blockers, protective inserts for sockets, a door slamming limiter and other useful devices.
- Jumpers and walkers are usually popular with active children, but you can do without them.
Being a young parent is a big responsibility. New mothers and fathers have many fears and concerns for the life and health of the baby. If you have just begun to go through this difficult path, then you need to learn a lot and accomplish a lot. For parents who would like to have additional help, we offer an overview of must-have items.
1. Bathing mattress. Unusual way acceptance water procedures for the baby offers Blooming Baby Bather. The soft and gentle crib shell will turn bathing into a safe process.
2. Silicone bottle with spoon for feeding. The silicone bottle with spoon is very compact and easy to use.
3. Hammock for traveling on airplanes. In order not to constantly hold your child in your arms, especially on long flights, you can place him on a special hammock seat and enjoy the trip in comfort.
4. Children's travel bed. Belgian designers have come up with such a bag-bed for comfortable sleep on the road. Now the mother has nothing to fear that her child might accidentally “roll away” somewhere at night.
5. Stroller bag. You probably know how many little things mom or dad takes with them on a walk. Now you can attach the bag to the handles of the stroller and enjoy your walk lightly.
6. Children's urinal (or bidet). A useful device for teaching a child to toilet.
7. Feeding bottle. Parents often lack extra hands, because you have to drive the car and feed the child. Now you can attach your food bottle to your car seat and drive with peace of mind. The baby can have a snack at any time.
8. Medicine bottle. This device will help you take medications without hysterics and tears. The mixture is hidden in a colorful cup, and perhaps the child will not notice the substitution.
9. Bra reminder. This device is used in order not to forget which breast the mother fed from last time. Young parents are so tired and exhausted that they sometimes forget about the simplest things. A small reminder does a great service.
10. Portable ultrasound. If you are preparing to become a mother and you want to watch your future baby, there is a home personal ultrasound machine. You can use it using your smartphone.
11. Support chair. There are chairs different shapes and all kinds of colors. It is very convenient for the child and calm for the parents, because the baby will not crawl away anywhere.
12. Bath mat with pockets. This useful mat is suitable for parents with newborn children. Firstly, it is convenient for mothers to stand on their knees while bathing the baby. Secondly, you can store all the necessary bathing items in the pockets.
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13. Pacifier with protection (Self-closing pacifier). This pacifier does not need to be washed after a child drops it on the floor, because it closes automatically when it falls.
14. Car seat cover. The case saves normal temperature chairs when a steam room appears in the salon in summer.
15. Diaper in the form of a cocoon.“Woombie” is an original and simple way to swaddle small children. With such a cocoon, diapers are not needed.
16. Bicycle stroller. For active parents, there is nothing more pleasant than spending free time not within four walls, but on fresh air with your child, and at the same time keep yourself in good physical shape.
17. Radio nanny. Now the iPhone can even be used to monitor your baby ().
18. Bath divider. To avoid wasting a lot of water filling a full bathtub, use a separator. Now you don’t need to buy a baby bath, because you can make it yourself in just one minute.
19. Kangaroo for mother and child. In cold weather, both mother and child will be comfortable and warm to walk in such a kangaroo.
20. Bodysuit extension. All parents have learned from experience how quickly little children grow, and how often they need to buy bodysuits. Special extension cords will extend the service life of children's items.
21. Children's remote control for TV. The colorful baby remote control will keep your child engaged for a while. Besides beautiful design, it can still be programmed with 5 possible children's channels. The child will learn to turn on cartoons for himself - and this is a small step towards independence.
22. Pacifier thermometer. With such a pacifier it is incredibly easy to change your child's temperature ().
Never more people does not develop as rapidly as in the first year of its life. He grows so quickly, learns everything so quickly, and the parents’ task is to help him with this and buy the most necessary things. In addition to the already existing list of things for newborns, your baby needs to purchase the following:
Crib and bedding
There are many types of crib models to suit every taste and wallet size. The crib should have several bottom levels so that the mattress can be lowered lower, depending on the child’s height. Please note that the crib is not varnished, as... very soon the baby will begin to chew on the partitions and the varnish may enter the child’s body. Convenient if side wall falls, then you don’t have to bend over for the baby. A drawer is also useful; you can store children's things in it, and later toys. The crib should not be placed in a draft or direct sunlight. Up to a year It's better not to use a pillow at all.
Mattress You only need to buy a new one if you want to avoid back problems for your baby. The mattress should be orthopedic, as thick and firm as possible. Be sure to check the dimensions of the crib and mattress.
Bed sheets It’s better to buy 2 sets, one will be replaceable. You will also need 2 blankets: one for spring and autumn, the other for winter, you can buy a terry sheet.
Protection (sides) and canopy they are often sold complete with bed linen, but it’s better not to use a canopy at all, because This is an extra source of dust collection, but protection is really needed. This is protection from drafts, a closed, cozy space for the baby, and literally protection from bruises when he begins to learn to sit and stand on his feet.
Cradles are becoming very popular today, it is convenient due to the electronic rocking mechanism (parents’ hands can rest), but it is used for a maximum of six months (until the child learns to sit). If you are not limited in funds and have somewhere to put it, buy it.
Radio (video) nanny
At first, parents are afraid to leave their child even in the kitchen; over time, of course, the fear disappears, but overly worried parents should buy a radio nanny to always hear their baby.
Dresser
A very useful thing, because... You can put and organize all your baby's dowry into it. You can even swaddle your baby on the chest of drawers. It is advisable to arrange a place near the chest of drawers for hygiene supplies and garbage (used diapers, napkins, ear sticks).
Stroller
It can be universal or transformable. When choosing a stroller, be sure to pay attention to whether it will fit into your elevator when unfolded; some models do not fit into standard elevators. Also pay attention to the weight of the stroller; the lighter it is, the easier it is for you to lift the stroller and the baby in it (to the first floor, for example). It’s good if strollers have a removable cradle or carrying bag, they will help you move around with your baby and go to the clinic. If the stroller has a reversible handle, this is very convenient - the sun hits the child’s face or a strong wind blows, you just flip the handle and the child is comfortable again. A bag for Mother - essential accessory strollers, it stores all the personal belongings of the baby and mother (replacement diapers, wet wipes, pacifiers, rattles, water for mother, mobile phones, etc.). To protect your child from bad roads, buy a stroller with a good shock absorption system. Practice shows that new-fangled three-wheeled strollers (one wheel in front and two in the back) are not very comfortable, and the paired front wheels often become clogged with snow and mud. Take a closer look at strollers in which all four wheels are the same size. Usually parents buy 2 strollers - the first stroller (universal or transformable) for up to 6 months, when the child can only lie down; they often buy it used, because They won't be using it for long. The second stroller is a walking stroller or a cane, they are lightweight and can be used for up to 2-3 years.
Slings and kangaroos
Manufacturers claim that slings are suitable for absolutely all children, but practice shows that not all children recognize slings. Don’t rush to buy in advance, it’s better to borrow from friends for a couple of days and see how your child perceives it. In any case, it’s worth taking a closer look at both slings and kangaroos, because... they greatly facilitate the movement of parents with children.
Feeding
High chair must be sustainable. If it is on wheels, then they should have locks. It is good that the high chair has seat belts.
Velcro bibs, and when the baby starts eating from his plate, an apron bib will come in handy.
For drinking, first purchase sippy cup or sippy cup. The first sippy cup from 6 months should have a soft nozzle (soft spout) so as not to damage the baby’s teeth. From the age of one, you can use cups or sippy cups with hard spouts, against which children “scratch” their teeth.
Dishes You will need both deep and shallow ones.
Feeding spoon. Some people buy silver ones, others use plastic ones.
Manege
The playpen can be used from the first months of a child’s life. It can be placed both in the room and on the balcony (except in winter). The playpen should be stable, it’s good if it has plastic handles that the baby will grab and lift. And in the first months, rattles can be tied to these arms, with which the child will happily play and communicate.
Walkers
There are supporters and opponents of walkers. It’s up to you to decide whether to buy a walker for your baby so that he can move around the apartment independently, or whether you enjoy spending every minute with your baby and will be happy to help your baby take timid steps.
Toys
For the youngest (from 1 month) you will need a hanging carousel (mobile), until 1 month the child will not pay attention to it, but will listen to music. Rattles will also be needed for about a month. There are rattles with teethers, which are very convenient. Children love to swim with non-sinking squeaky toys, just don’t buy them at the market, many of them are dangerous due to the composition of plastic and rubber.
