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What do i need?

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Helpmexx · 06/02/2020 09:59

Im 22 Weeks Preg, and going to start buying things for the baby. What do i need?

Also Is it better for baby to sleep in a cot or should i buy on of those chicco Next to me cribs, also how long do they stay in the crib for before they go to the cot?

Should i just buy the essentails then buy once shes here? What are the essenials?

Im a first time mum, have no clue what i need. i dont want to buy stuff i dont need

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WellItsNotAFerrari · 06/02/2020 10:03

www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/what-you-need-for-baby/

www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/pack-your-bag-for-birth/

WellItsNotAFerrari · 06/02/2020 10:04

Hi, sorry posted too soon. The NHS links above have useful info, and there is a thread about this too

www.mumsnet.com/Talk/pregnancy/3815323-what-do-i-need-to-buy

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Helpmexx · 06/02/2020 10:29

@wellitsnotafarrari
Thank You x

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1Wanda1 · 06/02/2020 10:43

A next to me crib or snuzpod is great for the first couple of months. You can pick them up second hand on Facebook Marketplace easily and I'd recommend this as you use them for a short time only.

By the time DD was 3 months, she would wake herself up when her arms hit the side of the crib, so we moved her into the cot.

Newborns don't need much really, so I wouldn't worry too much about getting loads of "kit". Apart from somewhere for baby to sleep, you'll need a pram, lots of Muslins, lots of Babygrows and vests (get some in Tiny Baby size because even though my babies were 8lbs, newborn size was too big for the first 2 weeks), nappies (also get some in tiny baby size). If you don't plan to breastfeed then get some newborn bottles and formula in. Other than that, everything else you can get once he or she is born and you know better what stuff will be handy.

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Helpmexx · 11/02/2020 08:20

@1Wanda11wanda1 Which crib is better the next to me or snuzpod? Also do they have to sleep in one or can i put her straight in the cot on the other side of the room?x

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BlueEyedFloozy · 11/02/2020 08:29

Babies really don't need much - buying essentials beforehand then stocking up afterwards is sensible as it saves wasting money and stuff!

Essentials:
Somewhere to sleep - a cot from birth is fine. 3x sheets and a few cellular blankets are handy.

Something to eat - boobs and breast pads or bottles, sterilising equipment (a big lidded tub and sterilising tabs work just as well if money's tight) and chosen formula.

Safety: Group 0+/I-size car seat or a combi Group 0/1 seat.

Lie flat pushchair and Raincover and/or sling.

Basics:
9 babygrows, 9 vests, hat, 3x warm layer (cardigans were my preference), nappies, wipes (we used cheap flannels cut in half).

Liverbird77 · 11/02/2020 09:05

My baby found his crib too big for the first few months. He slept really well in his Moses basket.
They are useful to have because there is somewhere safe for the baby upstairs and downstairs as well. On that theme, two change mats are helpful to save you trekking upstairs all the time!
We still use the plug in thermometer we got when he was born...helps you know for sure how much you need to dress then in for sleep.
Lots and lots of baby wipes!
We got a little toothbrush you could fit on your finger. Although it's not necessary to clean teeth so early, we've found now he has teeth he is used to it and doesn't kick up too much fuss.
Some metanium in case of nappy rash. Works really well!
Like others have said, you don't need loads. I second the advice about buying second hand!

timmy88 · 11/02/2020 09:23

www.babylist.com/hello-baby/best-baby-products-2019
how do you like this? it helped us a lot it's awfully convenient

QueenGoblin · 11/02/2020 09:28

I have a Next to Me. We decided on it based on the height, our bed is quite high and it was the only one that would be level with it. We also liked the fact that we could tilt it if necessary (have one end higher than the other in case of reflux or whatever). It is also a decent size so my son was able to stay in it until I reluctantly accepted he needed to go into his own room at 7 months.

A decent changing bag is a must. I had a satchel style one to begin with. Absolutely hated it once I started to use it. The opening was small and there wasn't a proper place for everything. Once my son became mobile, so would take him out without the pram,it was infuriating leaning down and the bag swinging around. I then got a backpack changing bag which is amazing. It has a place for everything. It opens up wide, I can fit loads in it. I would definitely recommend getting a nice backpack from the start. Most people I know ended up with one.

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