Martina

I have a one month old. Here’s what’s proven invaluable:

Sleepers – in all sizes. We had to go out and get stuff in newborn/0-3 size because all of our stuff that we had been given was too big. We also like having enough sleepers to use at least one a day in case of poopsplosions, etc.

Receiving/swaddling blankets. Our favourites for swaddling are cotton jersey ones with some stretch – they allow us to get a nice tight swaddle. Flannel ones don’t work well for swaddling but they do work well for cuddling.

Because I had breastfeeding and supply issues at the very start – I was very glad to have already purchased a pump (medela freestyle – love it) and some born free bottles. Not everyone will need these and I hope your BFing experience goes great so you don’t need them – but for me it was a lifesaver to already have this stuff.

I bought one of these slings http://www.gorgeousbaby.ca/ about a week after she arrived. It’s been a godsend. she LOVES it. I would definitely recommend a sling – great mommy/baby closeness and arms free to boot.

Wipes – either stock up on a brand you like, or get a cloth wipes warmer contraption. You’ll need these for sure.

Other than that – I found there was nothing else we “needed”. A lot of stuff will be trial and error and no point spending a fortune on things you don’t know if you’ll need yet, KWIM?

Good luck. It’s so amazing.

OH, and for clothes, just get a lot of zip-up sleepers. The button up ones are for suckers. The zippers make late night diaper changes much easier.