19-6-2009 - Needs Check List

My mood while writing this blog: Woah!

Printable Layette List

Clothing

• 4-8 Bibs
• 3-6 Pairs of booties or socks
• 5-8 Gowns or body suits
• 2-4 Hats
• 6-8 Bodysuits (onsies)
• 3-4 Side snap t-shirts
• 5-7 Tops w/ pants or one-piece outfits
• Homecoming outfit
• Mittens (To prevent scratching)

Depending on when you baby is born, you may want to add these items:

Winter
• 1-2 Blanket sleepers
• 1-2 Sweaters
• Snowsuit

Summer
• Sunbonnet
• 1-2 Sun suits
• Bathing suit

Bedding

• 4-6 Receiving blankets
• 1 or 2 Quilts
• 2-3 Crib sheets
• 2-3 Rubber sheets or pads
• Crib Bumpers
• 2-3 Cradle or bassinet sheets

Bathing

• Baby bathtub
• Baby body wash
• No tears shampoo
• 2-4 Hooded bath towels
• 4-6 Washcloths
• Toys to entertain baby

Changing Table Supplies

• Diapers
• Baby wipes
• Changing pad and cover
• Cotton swabs
• Baby nail scissors
• Rectal thermometer
• Nasal aspirator
• Brush and comb
• Baby powder
• Diaper rash ointment
• Diaper pail and refills
• Toy to entertain baby

Breastfeeding

• Nursing lanolin
• Breast pads (three to six pairs)
• Breast shells (one pair)
• Nursing bras (two)
• Breast pump
• Breast milk storage bags (one box, 50 count)
• Breast milk bottles/containers
• Burp towels and pads (8 to 12)

Nursery & Accessories

• Bassinet or cradle
• Crib
• Night-light or dimmer
• Humidifier
• Music box
• Mobile
• Baby hamper
• Baby monitor
• Rocking chair

Travel

• Rear facing infant car seat
• Stroller
• Diaper bag
• Baby carrier
• Car window shades
• Hook-on high chair