Baby Arrival Checklist
Your ultimate guide on what to have when your little babe arrives.
EQUIPMENT
Essential items
Useful Items
- Pram or stroller
- Baby Car Seat
- Nappies
- Baby Wipes
- Dummies
- Soft baby towels and face washers
- Two sets of baby bedding (sheets, mattress & mattress protector)
- A bassinet or cot
- Nappy Rash Cream
- Round-tipped nail scissors
- Thermometer
- Bibs
- Pram Blanket
- Nappy Bag
- Baby Hairbrush
- Baby bath (or you can use a sink or regular bath with bath seat)
- Baby bouncer
- Baby monitor
- Baby carrier
- Car window shade
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
Essential items
- Six singlets, size 000
- Six onesies, size 000 (short sleeved, long sleeved, or a combination depending when their due)
- Two cardigans or jackets for cold days
- Two pairs of socks
- Two beanies
- Two mittens
- At least two bibs
Useful Items
- Three baby muslins wraps or swaddle pouches
- At least two bibs
FEEDING
Breastfeeding items
- Maternity Bras
- Breastfeeding tops
- Nipple cream
- Breast pads
- Breastfeeding pillow
- Breast pump
- Breastmilk storage bag
Bottle feeding items
- Six bottles
- Six teats
- Formula
- Bottle and teat brush
- Bottle drying rack
- Sterilising equipment
This might seem overwhelming at first, but once you get to know your babe and what they like it will narrow down what you need. Congratulations on your next arrival!