These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things

I wanted to share some baby products that I've discovered to be very helpful in our 1st month and a half. I had no idea what register for or what I would need.  I'm sure every family has different opinions and helpful hints on products and what works best for them. This is simply what we've found useful the first few weeks.

1. aden & anais swaddle blankets. I heard great things about these blankets and I found it all to be true. I love the thin, stretchy, soft material. I use them for basically everything. I found an online tutorial for how to make your own. I can't wait to try it out.

2. Graco Pack & Play

I love the snuggly bassinet and the changing table. The extra storage at the end is helpful, although I think it could have been designed a little better with the pockets. At night, I set out all of our diapers, wipes, burp clothes, pumping supplies etc. I make sure everything is at hand and our nights go on with little disruption during changes & feelings.
Pack & Play with Napper

3. Disposable covers

I bought these paper covers to put on our changing tables and other surfaces. They are perfect for keeping leaks and spit up easy to clean. Saves on laundry. I use the same one until we have a big splat or it leaks through. They are about $15 for 100 on Amazon
Disposable Underpad

4. Batteries. 

Practically every baby item needs batteries. (And different kinds). In the middle of the night when baby is crying you will be digging out any noise, light, swinging, bouncing thing to try and you don't want to make a midnight run for batteries. I would suggest stocking up when you find a sale before the baby comes.  I'm assuming it will stay this way so I'm adding that to my coupon list. 

5. Bouncer and swing. 

We love our bouncer. Fisher-Price My Little Snugabunny  He has napped in it from week one. Our friend loaned us A swing and sometimes it's the only thing that will keep Bean sleeping . Although our dog, Archer, was terrified of it for the first few days. 

6. Burp cloths. 

Tons of them. Bean spits up a lot. White cloth diapers are perfect and even better after several washes. 

7. Car seat cover.

 This is so soft and warm. It's been freezing here and I can take Bean out and he is snug as a bug warm wherever we go. This is a must for winter babies. 
JJ Cole Original Bundle Me

8. Playmat 

I love the look of this playmat. It is so cheerful and Bean is mesmerized by the musical mobile, mirror, and toys. It's almost as mesmerizing as Daddy.  It also folds down for easy storage but we just leave it up all the time. 

Infantino Go Gaga Deluxe

9. Bedtime prayers book

I read this book to Bean and it has nice rhymes and rhythms as he listens to my voice. It is set up as devotions so it will be great for when he is older and is learning to pray. He received this book from his Great Great Grandma. 

Really Woolly Bedtime Prayers

10. Gowns and zipper pj's

Perfect for night time changes.  So much easier than snaps. I keep a lookout for these when the consignment stores have sales. 

See my post on breastfeeding essentials here