What things are needed for a newborn





Pregnancy is always a very exciting period in a woman’s life, especially when it comes to an end. In recent months, expectant mothers and fathers are already thinking about what things a newborn needs, what should be taken care of in the first place, and what items can be bought later. It is at this time that you should make a list of necessary things and go shopping so that later, when the baby is already in your hands, do not rush headlong through the shops.

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Signs. Should they pay attention to them?

There is an opinion that you can’t buy any things for the baby until he is born. For modern women, this belief seems ridiculous, because we plan a lot of things in advance and in most cases everything happens according to plan. Why can’t you think in advance about the comfort of your dearest little man? Why can't you, without the fuss, enjoy the choice of things for the baby?

Doctors say that this sign was relevant many years ago, when there was no modern medical equipment. Now the situation is completely different, and there is no point in believing various signs, since:

• The smallest newborns are nursed without much difficulty.
• 99% of pathologies are easily determined even before the birth of the baby during an examination with an ultrasound machine.
• Modern mothers are more conscious about pregnancy, doing everything possible and impossible for a baby to be born healthy.

Important! No one but their mother and father will be able to create more comfortable living conditions for their baby. The children's room should be fully prepared for the reception of a new tenant. Trust in common sense and independently prepare all the necessary things for the birth of a son or daughter.

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Which of the things does a newborn need?

Among the many goods for babies, it is very difficult for pregnant women, and even more so for future dads, to decide what kind of things a newborn needs if this is the first experience. Everything is so beautiful and it seems so necessary that I want to buy most of the goods offered by the seller. It is precisely in such cases that cold calculation is needed so as not to make unnecessary waste of money and your time. A list of products really needed by the child is needed.

Important! The development of the newborn is so fast that most of the purchased items may not be unpacked. Shop smartly!

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List of necessary things for the hospital

After the birth, the babies are immediately put on their first clothes, but this does not mean that you can do without diapers. There are other nuances, so you need to more or less clearly understand what things a newborn needs.

In a maternity hospital for a baby, you will need the following things:

• Baby's undershirts in an amount of at least 2 pieces. After feeding, babies often regurgitate, so it is better to stock up on vests so that the baby is always clean and tidy. Most modern vests have sleeves with tucked-in elements that are worn on the baby’s arms to avoid accidental nail injuries. If you buy vests with the usual sleeves for everyone, then you should also buy a pair of mitts-gloves.
• 5 or 6 pieces of sliders.Baby feces can be quite liquid and often comes out of the diaper in the early days. In order not to create problems for yourself with the much needed hourly washing and quick drying of your pants, take them for future use. But keep in mind that one of the things a newborn needs, in addition to sliders, and again, adhere to rationality.
• Socks in the amount of 2 pairs. Thermoregulation in infants is not yet fully developed, so babies often freeze. Or vice versa, it is often very hot in the hospital, so the children are completely undressed, leaving only socks. In any case, socks will come in handy.
• Bonnets. This piece of clothing is quite controversial in our time, so each mother herself decides in advance whether she will wear a hat on the baby’s head or not. But it’s worth buying one thing and taking it with you to the hospital.

Important! If the baby’s birth falls on the cold season, then get clothes thinner and warmer.

• Diapers It is worth buying two or three flannel and chintz diapers. They will be needed for a changing table, to cover the baby or for a more comfortable hold on the handles. Such things are necessary for the newborn. Many babies sweat intensively up to 2 years - both in heat and in cold. So that your feeding process does not cause discomfort due to a wet sweating baby literally sticking to your skin, diapers will come in handy.
• The smallest diapers. To begin with, a small pack will be enough for you, and then you can always ask your dad or grandmother to bring you more. The smallest pack should be taken on the basis of the fact that for the baby’s skin, and for you, the products of one brand will seem very convenient and comfortable, and the other - absolutely not.
• Bottle for feeding. There are cases when breastfeeding for some reason is not possible in the first days after birth. Take the bottle with you to the hospital just in case. She won’t take up much space.

Important! All things of the newborn should be as sterile as possible. After buying, wash clothes and films and iron them on both sides, and sterilize the bottle.

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Things that will be needed when the baby is discharged from the hospital:

• Depending on the time of year, you need to think in advance about a suit and outerwear, if necessary.

Important! When choosing what things a newborn needs, buy a special outfit for discharge, because many relatives can come to meet the baby on this day. And your child will be happy to watch photos from a significant day even at the age of 30.

• Car seat. If your family has their own car, then buying a car seat will be a very useful and convenient acquisition. There are special models from 0.

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What will the baby need at home?

Upon arrival of the baby home, you should take care of his comfortable stay. To do this, you should buy a number of items in advance. That is, knowing what things a newborn needs will allow you to organize everything in the room in advance and make it easier for yourself to care for your child.

Crib

This is the place where the baby in the first months of his life will spend most of his time. Therefore, the bed should be primarily comfortable and safe.

• If you do not know what size crib is best to buy, then choose the one that is larger. The kid will be more spacious there, and he will be able to sleep in it, even after a year or two.
• The crib should be made of environmental material. The best option is a tree.
• Often, growing up a little, kids begin to gnaw at partitions in the crib. Therefore, it is desirable that its parts are not varnished, and if varnished, it is completely safe.
• Buy a bed with a slatted bottom. This will allow the mattress to “breathe”. And given the fact that the child can describe this item of his bed, then this detail of the crib is very important.
• It is desirable that the sides in the crib are adjustable.Thus, as the baby grows, you will be able to lower / raise the sides and provide him with security, and for yourself - convenience.
• If the bed has drawers in its design, then this is a big plus. Soon the child will have so many things that it would be nice if the main ones were always in the wings.
• A mattress in a crib should be bought orthopedic. It should be the size of the selected crib. It is desirable that the mattress has a removable cover.
• Protection in a crib is one of those things that a newborn needs. Soft side, which is located around the entire perimeter of the crib. It protects the baby from drafts, accidental impacts on the sides, prevents the sticking of arms or legs between the rods of the crib. This accessory also creates special comfort in the baby's crib.
• Mobile to the crib. Babies immediately after birth are still little interested in toys, but closer to a month they already respond well to various sounds and are able to focus their eyes on a specific subject. Therefore, a bright mobile with figures made of high-quality plastic, which is securely attached to the side of the crib, will be a very useful toy for the development of the baby.

Important! The pillow is not required for the baby until about a year. This creates the most favorable conditions for the proper development of the spine and a comfortable position of the neck during sleep.

Linens:

• It is worth taking care of the purchase of children's bike and wool blankets. The latter is needed if the apartment is cold enough. The best option is a cotton plaid and a sleeping baby bag, which does not allow the child to unwind at night.

Important! A cotton blanket is absolutely not suitable for newborns. It does not let air through at all and in case of oversight, the child may suffocate under it.

• In extreme heat, the baby can be covered with a thin diaper.
• When buying baby bedding, make sure it is made from natural materials. Bedding sets for the first year of life will be enough for two.

Important! Even a small admixture of synthetics can cause an allergic reaction in a newborn.

• The sheet should fit the mattress. The best option would be a sheet with an elastic band.

Changing table

Now you can find many pieces of furniture with a place for changing babies. These are dressers and special changing boards. This thing will greatly facilitate your baby’s dressing up, make the procedure of baby massage as convenient as possible for you and the baby.

On the other hand, if the apartment does not have enough space for this piece of furniture, then you can do without it.

Bath

A large assortment of baths for babies is presented in children's goods stores. There are with built-in slides that make the baby’s position more comfortable when bathing, and there are usual bathtubs that are familiar to us. Which one to choose is a matter of purely personal preference and financial opportunities. But this is one of those things that a newborn definitely needs.

Water thermometer

This device is needed to measure the temperature of the water for bathing a newborn. It should not exceed the mark in 37C. Compliance with such a regime is extremely important for the health of the baby.

Oilcloth

Take care of the cleanliness of not only the baby, but also the furniture of the apartment and your own convenience. Get an oilcloth that you will put under the diaper during dressing or massage. In case of surprise in the form of urine or feces, you only need to wash the diaper.

Important! Please note that brown oilcloths, which are sold in pharmacies since the days of the Soviet Union, are cold. It will not be very pleasant for them to be on the baby for a long time.

Stroller

This item of movement of the baby is simply necessary for a child of the first year of life.If in the first days after the birth of a child you can take a walk in your arms, then to the extent of his growth and maturity, such walks will bring discomfort to both parents and baby. The stroller will allow you to make longer walks. The baby in it is usually very comfortable.

When buying a stroller, the following factors should be considered:

• The stroller should be made of high quality and environmentally friendly material.
• The bottom of the cradle should be flat and firm so that the baby's spine is properly formed.
• The design of the stroller should be comfortable and understandable for mom.
• Choose the dimensions of the stroller and its weight correctly. If you live in a multi-storey building, make sure that it freely enters the elevator.
• A rain cover and a mosquito net on a stroller will also be useful.

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Proper baby care. What is needed for this?

There is still a whole list of what things a newborn needs to care for him.

Baby soap

Choose a soap with a natural composition and a mark on the label “for newborns”. The soap should be white or cream in color and not have a pungent and strongly pronounced odor.

Important! You can wash your child with soap no more than 1 time per week.

Scissors

You will be surprised how quickly nails grow in babies. For the safety of babies, the scissors should have blunt edges.

Important! It is recommended to trim the nails in children up to a year when they are sleeping.

Cream against diaper rash

No matter how you care about the cleanliness and comfort of the baby, diaper rash can still occur. A special cream will help you cope with this unpleasant phenomenon.

Important! In order to avoid diaper rash, it is advisable for the child to regularly take air baths, that is, leave him naked for a while.

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Children's first aid kit

In the baby’s first-aid kit, the following medicines and simply necessary items should always be available:

• Cotton and cotton pads.
• Ears sticks with limiter.
• Wet baby wipes.
• Baby cream with anti-inflammatory and moisturizing effects.
• Potassium permanganate.
• Zelenka.
• Hydrogen peroxide.
• Digital Thermometer.
• Aspirator for the nose.
• Pipette.

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Dishes for a child

Pay special attention to the purchase of bottles for the newborn. As a rule, young parents do not manage with one bottle for feeding, but for a start it is worth buying at least 1 piece, focusing on such criteria:

• Choose a bottle that is safe in composition and ergonomic in design.
• The nipple is best taken silicone - it is hypoallergenic and does not deform during sucking.
• A brush for washing bottles is a necessary item for cleaning children's dishes.
• Sterilizer for bottles. This item greatly simplifies the process of sterilizing bottles and nipples, but is not an essential device. Therefore, it can be bought later.
• Spoon for feeding. Closer to six months, you will definitely need a spoon. Silver or special thermal trays are best suited for these purposes.

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A newborn needs no less things than an adult, but they are all more specific. Using the lists provided in this article, you will buy everything you need for the first time for your baby. Do not rush to buy more. Later, you yourself will find out what your child lacks and supplement the existing things with necessary items.