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Essentials for newborn

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hoohaal · 30/08/2025 11:19

What would you say are the essentials for a newborn?

Trying not to buy a load of stuff that I don’t need!!

So I’m thinking:

next 2 me crib & bedding etc
pram
carseat
Moses basket
bouncer chair
a play mat for tummy time??
baby carrier wrap
basic clothing - vests, sleepsuits, pramsuit, hats (winter baby)
sleeping bags
dummies
breastfeeding pillow
baby monitor
baby bath & products, towel etc

Anything else obvious that I have missed?

I do have 2 other children but I can’t remember what I need!!

JesseMumsnet · 27/04/2026 10:42

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