Contents:
- Medical Video: NEWBORN BABY MUST HAVES + ESSENTIALS!
- What are the newborn baby equipment that must be prepared before the baby is born?
- Baby clothes
- Toiletries
- Bedding
- Equipment for breastfeeding
- Etc
Medical Video: NEWBORN BABY MUST HAVES + ESSENTIALS!
Waiting for the baby to be present is fun and anxious. Soon your baby will be born and your family members will increase. But, have you really prepared all the baby's needs? Try to examine again, has the list of newborn equipment as below all been checked?
What are the newborn baby equipment that must be prepared before the baby is born?
During the third trimester, it may be time to hunt for newborn equipment. It's all funny, so maybe you will buy everything you like without thinking about whether this is very important, must be purchased now, definitely used later, and so forth. But, are you sure all newborn equipment has been prepared? Is there definitely nothing missing? Let's look at this list first.
Baby clothes
Some types of clothing you may need to prepare before the baby is born, namely:
- Cloth diapers. It is important to provide plenty of cloth diapers before the baby is born. This is because newborns will definitely defecate and urinate more often than adults. Choose cloth diapers instead of disposable diapers because they are safer and to avoid skin problems in babies, such as skin irritation or diaper rash.
- Baby clothes, both long and short clothes. We recommend that you choose baby clothes from cotton or that are comfortable for the baby, so the baby is not too hot or cold when wearing it. Cotton is also able to absorb baby's sweat better.
- T-shirt for babies. Maybe babies need to wear layers of clothing when the weather is cold.
- Baby pants. You can provide both shorts and trousers for babies.
- Hat, can be used when the baby comes out so as not to overheat in the sun. Can be used at home also to warm the head and ears, especially when the weather is cold.
- Gloves and socks so that the baby stays warm. Gloves can also prevent baby nails from scratching their skin.
- Warm clothes, may be needed when the weather is cold.
Don't forget to clean all the baby clothes before putting them on your baby, so that the bacteria or germs that stick to the clothes are gone. Wash with special detergent for baby clothes, choose one that doesn't contain fragrance.
Toiletries
There are also many baby toiletries that you must prepare, such as:
- Baby bathtub, to bathe the baby.
- Washcloth, to wipe baby's skin while bathing.
- Baby soap. Choose special baby soap that does not contain fragrance.
- Towel. Choose a towel from soft material.
- Telon oil and baby cream, it may also be needed to be put on the baby after bathing. Telon oil can help warm the baby after bathing and protect it from mosquito bites. While, baby cream can be used to moisturize baby's skin so that the baby's skin is not easily irritated.
Bedding
Some baby bedding that must be prepared are:
- Not necessary, so that the baby's bed is not wet if the baby is wet during sleep
- Swaddle cloth, to cover babies. Swaddling babies can make babies sleep more comfortably and soundly, and reduce the risk of SIDS during sleep.
- Mosquito net, to protect the baby from mosquito bites.
- Crib. Choose a bed that is strong and safe for babies.
For newborns, baby blankets and pillows are not needed because this can actually interfere with sleep and increase the risk of SIDS, as reported by Baby Sleep Site.
Equipment for breastfeeding
At this time, the baby certainly hasn't eaten anything other than breast milk. However, some equipment for breast milk may need you to prepare, especially if you often pump breast milk for babies.
- ASI pump, You can choose a manual or electric breast milk pump.
- Container for breast milk. You can use a small bottle or breast milk bag.
- Special cooler or refrigerator for breast milk. It is better to separate the breastmilk storage with food storage.
- Nursing cover cloth or nursing apron for use in public places.
- Bottle cleaning equipment, such as bottle brushes and special soap for cleaning baby equipment.
If you don't breastfeed a baby or give formula milk:
- Baby bottle
- Baby bottle cleaning equipment
- Thermos for storing hot water
Etc
- Kain carry
- Sterile gauze and cotton cloth to treat the baby's umbilical cord.
- Baby gear bags, for your convenience when traveling.
- Baby aprons, can be used when the baby is breastfeeding or when the baby ejects a lot of spit.
- Special baby nail clippers
- Baby stroller (stroller), if necessary.
Also prepare a special suitcase with the contents of your equipment and your baby. So, if it's time to give birth, you can immediately bring the suitcase to the hospital.
