Of course your baby only needs you, your breast milk and warmth, but it is exciting to look at all of the baby items available and to prepare for your baby’s nursery. Some items are basic and others can be more extravagant. You might buy some new and some used items, receive hand-me-downs or receive many as gifts. It can be fun to list items you will need and those you would like. You will need a baby safety seat for car travel that meets current safety standards. You will need basic clothing, diapers, and a safe place for baby to sleep. You may also want many of the extra fun baby gear available to make life easier or more comfortable for you and baby. You may want to compile a baby registry at a couple of stores if you anticipate gifts. It’s fun to go to the stores and look things over and easy to do online. 

BASIC CLOTHING
Cotton T-shirts or onesies
Footed sleepers or bodysuits
Drawstring gowns
Socks or booties
Bunting for cold weather

YOU MAY ALSO WANT:
Outfits for play and dress up
Mittens
Bibs
Hangers

BASIC ITEMS
Crib and crib mattress
Fitted crib sheets
Closet organizer
Mattress pads and water proof crib pad
Diapers, diaper pail or disposable diapers
Disposable wipes
Receiving blankets
Towels and washcloths
Tear-free shampoo and baby wash
Burp clothes
Caps and sweaters
Thermometer
Diaper bag
Rear-facing safety seat
Breast pump
First aid kit
Bottles, nipples and liners
Bottle and nipple brush
Pacifiers
Safety gates

YOU MAY ALSO WANT:
Dresser or chest
Closet organizer
Bassinet
Fitted bassinet sheets
Changing table and pad
Changing pad covers
Dishwasher basket
Wipes warmer
Disposable diaper system and refills
Lamp and night light
Clock
CD Player and lullaby CD’s
Organizer baskets
Nursing pillows
Hamper
Mobile
Microwave sterilizer
Play yard
Car shade

OTHER ITEMS
Front baby carrier
Plastic baby bathtub
Bouncer
Baby swing
Highchair
Stroller
Bumbo baby sitter
Monitor
Cool air humidifier
Rocking chair and ottoman