Furniture

• done!

  Bassinet

• done!

  Changing table and changing pad

• done!

  Crib and mattress (for tips on how to pick a good crib, go to the American Academy of Pediatrics’ site, aap.org)

• done!

  Dresser

• done!

  Hamper

• done!

  High chair

Gear

• done!

  Audio or video monitor

• done!

  Baby sling or front carrier

• done!

  Bathtub for infant

• done!

  Bouncer seat or swing

• done!

  Clothing hangers

• done!

  Diaper pail and liners

• done!

  Infant or convertible car seat (check out the American Academy of Pediatrics guide to picking out a car seat at aap.org)

• done!

  Night-light

• done!

  Safety gates, cabinet and drawer latches, and outlet covers.

  Related: Childproofing Checklist
• done!

  Shopping cart cover

• done!

  Stroller or travel-system stroller

Feeding Equipment

• done!

  Bottle brush

• done!

  4 to 6 bottles (each should be 4 to 5 ounces)

• done!

  Breast pump, if nursing

• done!

  Dishwasher caddy for bottles

• done!

  Formula, if using

• done!

  Infant feeding spoons and bowls

• done!

  Insulated bottle carrier

• done!

  Nipples for bottles

• done!

  4 to 6 pacifiers, if using

• done!

  Sippy cups

Linens

• done!

  2 to 4 bassinet sheets

• done!

  6 to 12 burping cloths

• done!

  2 carriage blankets

• done!

  2 to 3 changing pad covers

• done!

  2 crib blankets

• done!

  2 crib comforters

• done!

  2 to 4 crib sheets

• done!

  2 hooded bath towels

• done!

  2 quilted crib pads

• done!

  2 receiving blankets

• done!

  2 to 4 swaddle sets

• done!

  4 to 6 washcloths

• done!

  2 waterproof mattress pads

Clothing

• done!

  2 to 4 bibs

• done!

  Bunting or snowsuit

• done!

  2 to 4 hats

• done!

  1 to 2 jackets

• done!

  Mittens

• done!

  No-scratch mittens

• done!

  9 to 12 pairs of bootees or socks

• done!

  3 to 5 pairs of pants

• done!

  4 to 6 side-snap onesies (short-sleeved or long-sleeved)

• done!

  4 to 6 side-snap undershirts

• done!

  4 to 6 sleepers

• done!

  2 to 4 sweaters

• done!

  4 to 6 T-shirts

Health and Safety items

• done!

  Baby powder

• done!

  Blunt nail scissors

• done!

  Brush and comb set

• done!

  Cotton swabs

• done!

  Diaper-rash ointment

• done!

  Diapers (either the disposable sort or cloth diapers and covers—pins aren’t used anymore)

• done!

  First-aid kit

• done!

  Gentle baby soap

• done!

  Gentle shampoo

• done!

  Laundry detergent for sensitive skin

• done!

  Nasal aspirator

• done!

  Teethers

• done!

  Thermometer

• done!

  Vaporizer or humidifier

• done!

  Wipes

Miscellaneous

• done!

  Baby “gym” or play mat

• done!

  Mobile

• done!

  Soft toys and books

For You

• done!

  Breast pads, if nursing

• done!

  Diaper bag with changing pad

• done!

  2 to 4 nursing bras, if nursing

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