 | DaVinci Kalani Convertible Crib in Espresso
Buy new: $249.00 Since you live on one floor you might consider putting the baby in his crib as soon as you get home. This is similar to Jakes. Stella's has a drop down but we never use that.
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 | Kolcraft Contours Cozy Dreams Gliding Bassinet - Tuscany
This is similar to the bassinet we use. I keep it next to my side of the bed in our room. I like that it has storage underneath for diapers and all that stuff. You only use this for a few months at the most so you might want to skip it. OR consider a pack&play
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 | Graco Swept Frame Pack 'N Play Portable Playard with Bassinet and Changing Table in Graham
You will need a pack and play at some point for travel. If you get one that includes a bassinet you could use it for that as well. Ours is too big to fit in the bedroom so that is one consideration.
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 | Basic Comfort Contoured Changing Pad by Summer Infant
Buy new: $26.20 / Used from: $23.36 This goes on top of the changing table or you could put it on a dresser if you have a spare.
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 | Gerber 12-Pack Flatfold Birdseye Cloth Diapers - White
Buy new: $33.69 This is what I use for burp cloths. Real 'burp cloths' are odd size and usually scratchy on baby's face. Buy tons and wash them to soften them up. Get more than you think you could need and put them everywhere!!!
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 | Kiddopotamus SwaddleMe 100% Cotton Knit, Small, Girl Print
Comes in blue too. We swear by these! Don't get the flannel one as it doesn't stretch well or wash well. The microfleece might be good if you have AC on a lot.
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 | Prince Lionheart Back to Sleep Wearable Blanket, Medium, Pink
Buy new: $20.32 I never used these but some moms swear by them.
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 | giggle Better Basics Baby Gowns - Set Of 2 (organic Cotton)
I never used these either but some moms swear by them as well. I guess they make changing easy. Might be a good option at night if you don't need to swaddle.
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 | Pampers Swaddlers Diapers, Newborn 92-Count
Buy new: $28.49 I use these diapers until about size 3 then I switch to Luvs which are MUCH cheaper. These are so soft for new baby though and they use them in the hospital. Don't buy too many newborn size!!! Jake is in size 2 already!
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 | Luvable Friends 10-Pack Feeder Bibs - Boy
Buy new: $12.98 The big soft bibs are best! They cover and absorb. Those cute bibs you see will be too small and scratchy. Jake doesn't spit up much but Stella was a mess and the bigger the bib the better.
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 | Graco SnugRider Infant Car Seat Stroller Frame
Buy new: $64.08 this....you can pop the car seat in it and it is pretty cheap. Then when baby is bigger you can switch to other stroller.
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 | A+D Diaper Rash Cream, Dimethicone Zinc Oxide Cream, 4 oz (113 g) (Pack of 4)
Buy new: $19.65 Doesn't matter what brand, although I didn't care for Huggies brand. Make sure you get cream and not ointment...ick, too greasy.
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 | Huggies Changing Pads - Disposable, Case of 40 (5 packs of 8 pads)
Buy new: $18.20 I use these in my diaper bag instead of a pad that I have to clean. these you just toss and grab a new one if needed.
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 | Pampers Sensitive 3X Wipes 192 Count (Pack of 4)
Buy new: $26.25 Cheap as I am I do prefer these wipes to any other. The dispenser sucks though so buy a tub of huggies and refill with these. At 3am with poop flying you don't want to be fighting with the friggin tub.
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 | Stork Craft Hoop Glider and Ottoman Set, Cherry/Beige
Buy new: $158.99 / Used from: $144.22 Gliders are horrible to look at but a godsend. There are really nice ones that look like club chairs and can be custom made. Potterybarn kids and babies r us have them. Just splurge on a good glider or rocker. We have a crappy one and I still am grateful.
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 | Giftmark Adult Rocking Chair
We have something like this in Jake's room and it is AWFUL! Seriously get yourself a good chair! I tried to use it one night and finally sat on the floor.
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 | Safety 1st Hospital's Choice Ear Thermometer
I have a rectal thermometer and ugh! I just saw this and might get one for myself. Either way-get a thermometer. Anytime you call the dr they ask if baby has a fever.
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 | Graco Angelcare Movement Sensor with Nursery Monitor
Buy new: $89.95 We are slaves to our monitor. Not sure if that is good or bad. Since you are all on one level you may not need it but it does give peace of mind.
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 | Playtex Drop-Ins Original BPA Free Nurser Newborn Starter Set
Buy new: $15.74 We use these at home. I like them because there are less parts to clean. I make a big batch of formula and keep it in the fridge. Can buy liners at BJ's and Target for less.
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 | Playtex BPA Free VentAire ADVANCED Wide Bottles 9 oz - 3 Pack (Colors Vary)
Buy new: $12.39 I also rec these bottles if you don't want to go with the liner system but there are more parts to clean. drove me batty after a while. We used these with Stella.
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 | The First Years 2-in-1 Drying Rack
There are tons of these out there so whichever looks good to you but you will need one.
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 | The First Years Sure Comfort Newborn to Toddler Tub
Buy new: $18.99 / Used from: $12.33 We use this one but are not partial to it. You will give sponge bath until umbilical stump comes off then you will need a tub for baths.
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 | The First Years Soothie Bottle Starter Set
I use these bottles at night and in my diaper bag. You can put water in the bottle and formula in the cup at the bottom and when you need to feed you just add the formula and shake it up and done! Very easy to use. I just prepare them at night and put them on nightstand.
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 | The First Years Soothie BPA Free Bottle, 5 Ounce, Colors May Vary
Try to get the PBA free ones if you can! I don't warm the formula in these so I am not as concerned. The liners in the other bottles I use are PBA free.
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 | Latex Orthodontic Pacifiers, 0-6 Month (Pack of 2)
You may want to have a couple types of paci on hand when for baby to try. This is the type Stella and Jake used but each kid is different.
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 | Fisher-Price Baby Papasan Infant Seat - Natural
I chose this seat because it was less obnoxious looking than others and Stella lived in it! Might have been best purchase for both kids. I highly rec.
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 | Graco Sweetpeace Newborn Soothing Center, 2008
Buy new: $189.95 We are borrowing this from a friend and OMG it is WONDERFUL! You wouldn't need that other seat if you had this. It is a seat and swing with sounds and vibration and it is great!
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 | DEX Products Sound Sleeper SS-01
Buy new: $24.50 Our pack and play came with a white noise sound and we use it a lot! Helps calm Jake down and puts him to sleep at night. You might wait to see if he struggles before you buy one.
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 | The Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Karp
Buy new: $9.22 / Used from: $2.32 We are HUGE fans of this guy and his DVD was very helpful. He helped us endure Stella's 4 solid months of crying!
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