In spite of the costs involved in baby care, we know preparing for your new baby to come home can be a fun and exciting time. The checklist below will help you shop for the basic baby products you will need.

Before you go out and start buying, keep in mind gifts you may receive from friends and family. These gifts can sometimes greatly reduce the number of baby products you will need to buy.

Baby’s Wardrobe
- Diapers (4 to 6 dozen) and Diaper Pins
- Disposable diapers
- Shirts (4 to 6)
- Sleeping blankets (1 to 2)
- Wash cloths (4 to 6)
- Sweater (1 to 2)
- Pajamas (3 to 4)
- Booties and bootie socks

Feeding Equipment
- Baby bottles
- Bottle brusher
- Sterilizer
- 2 to 3 bibs

Bath Items
- Tub
- 2 towels
- 2 baby towels with hoods
- Baby soap
- Baby shampoo
- Sterile cotton balls
- Sterile cotton buds
- Lotion
- Baby oil
- Baby powder
- Petroleum jelly or diaper rash ointment

Miscellaneous
- Vitamins and medicines
- Crib
- Changing table/dresser
- Rocking Chair
- Swing
- Stroller
- Car safety seat
- Front carrier
- Diaper bag