Which Baby Care Products Are Essential

Living minimally can work wonders for your mental health. Shopping minimallycan help with your sanity, and your balance as you navigate this new journey of parenthood. Keep baby care simple and just start with the absolute essential baby care products and move on from there to keep your purchases minimal and intentional.

It’s easy to fall into the consumer trap with all the baby care products that are marketed to new mothers. But the truth is, most of the items aren’t really needed. You don’t have to buy everything at the beginning, it will save money and help you avoid getting overwhelmed in your life as a new mother.

The items below are a great start if you want to go minimal. Keep reading to learn which baby care products are essential and which are optional.

Here is our guide for parents wanting to keep things minimal!

Feeding

For mothers who are breastfeeding, you will need:

· Burp cloths

· Breast pump and breast pads

· Milk storage containers

If you are formula feeding:

· Burp cloths

· Bottles

· Formula

Diapering

If you are using reusable cloth diapers:

· Cloth or re-usable diapers and items to secure the diapers

· Waterproof diaper covers

· Changing pad

· Baby ointments

· Re-usable cloth wipes

If you are using disposable diapers:

· Disposable diapers

· Changing pad

· Baby ointment

· Re-usable cloth wipes

Clothing

· Onesies

· Socks or booties

· Scratch mittens

· A variety of outfits for outings

· Laundry detergent for infants

Blankets

· A blanket for the crib

· Receiving blankets (they also make handy burp cloths)

Bathtime

· Plastic infant tub

· Washcloths

· Baby soap or cleanser

· Baby soft-bristled hair brush

· Baby towels

Bedtime

If you are using a crib:

· Approved crib and crib mattress

· Sheets

If you are co-sleeping:

· Firm mattress with sheets

Other necessities

· Approved infant safety car seat

· Reclining stroller

· Nail clippers or scissors

· Bulb syringe for suctioning mucous

· Baby thermometer

· Eye dropper and medicine spoon

· Baby monitor

· Sling or baby carrier

· Diaper bag

· Teethers

Nice-to-have items (but not necessary if you’re wanting to keep it minimal)

· Changing table

· Rocking chair for feeding and swaddling

· Playpen

· Sunshade for car windows

· Pacifiers

· Rattles and other baby toys

· Hanging mobiles

· Night light

· A play mat for tummy time

Pearl Chemist Group is your go-to shop to buy baby care products online. Whether you shop online or in-store at our South London pharmacies.