The Practical Stuff

A List of Essentials for your Baby

·      All-in-one cotton outfits with zippers (8-10).

·      Cotton singlets (8-10).

·      Cloth nappies (15-20 if you wash every day or 20-30 if you plan to wash every second day) and/or disposable nappies.

·      Nappy change mat.

·      Cotton wool (preferably organic)/baby friendly wipes for cleaning baby’s bottom.

·      Portable change mat for outings.

·      Bibs (5-10).

·      Night outfits (consider a sleeping bag which can keep your baby warm without blankets). Some brands will transition from an outfit that creates a swaddle effect for the newborn baby, into a hands-free outfit, suitable for a baby who has developed the ability to roll. Some companies will also give you a guide on the thickness of the outfits in relationship to the environmental temperature. This can be a helpful in working out a comfortable temperature for your baby.