Newborn Shopping

Especially if you are going to be a first-time parent, you may feel excited about starting baby shopping as soon as you get a positive pregnancy test. However, it is best to wait a little before shopping. The ideal time for shopping is typically the last three months of pregnancy.  

When shopping for clothes, particularly, it is important to avoid excessive purchases and to select clothing appropriate for the season, as well as clothes that could be harmful or uncomfortable for the baby. The most important point in baby shopping is knowing what product will be used, when, and how. Therefore, it is advisable to create a list by categorizing the items. After that, shopping should be done according to delivery times, if applicable. For instance, since furniture may take longer to arrive, it can be wise to start with the selection of furniture.  

1) Newborn Baby Clothes 

Newborns grow very quickly, so you should choose clothes suitable for the current month and buy them in sizes Newborn and 0-3 months. Care should be taken to ensure that the clothes for your newborn are 100% cotton, do not have small detachable parts, and are easy to put on and take off.  

   – 8-9 short-sleeved snap bodysuits  

   – 8-9 footed pants  

   – 4-5 sets of tops and bottoms  

   – 3-4 footed rompers  

   – 5-6 pairs of socks  

   – 5-6 large muslin cloths  

   – 5-6 small muslin cloths  

   – 1-2 lightweight blankets  

   – 9-10 burp cloths  

2) Bath Set  

   – Baby bathtub  

   – Bath net  

   – Bucket and pitcher  

   – Bath towel  

   – Baby shampoo  

3) Baby Care Products  

When choosing skin care products for your newborn, be sure to select natural ingredients that are free from fragrance and parabens.  

   – Baby diapers  

   – Cleaning pads  

   – Wet wipes  

   – Changing mat  

   – Diaper rash cream  

   – Paper or battery-operated nail clippers  

   – Baby lotion  

   – Baby hair brush  

   – Cotton swabs  

4) Feeding Tools 

   – Electric breast pump  

   – Milk collecting pump  

   – Double-lock milk storage bags  

   – Cup, spoon, or standard bottle for feeding  

5) Baby Health Products 

   – Thermometer  

   – Saline solution  

   – Sunscreen (for babies born in the summer months)  

6) Travel Products for Babies  

   – Car seat  

   – Stroller  

   – Sunshade  

   – Stroller cover  

   – Diaper bag  

7) Mother’s Needs

   – Nursing bra  

   – Silver nipple cover  

   – Breast pads  

   – Nursing pillow  

8) Support Products  

   – Bottle brush  

   – Bottle cleaning detergent  

   – Bottle warmer  

   – Sterilizer with drying function  

   – Room thermometer and hygrometer  

   – Trash bin  

   – Baby monitor  

   – Baby reflux wedge