Must-Have Baby Essentials: A Comprehensive Guide for New Parents

Mem Fox Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes book

This board book by Australian author Mem Fox is a bedtime favorite. You’ll get lost in the beautiful illustrations, and counting your little ones’ fingers and toes!

West Elm fluted base chaise


A daybed or chaise in your nursery is a game-changer—from story time to a comfortable place to rest during any sleepless night. This neutral West Elm design is adult-friendly too, meaning you can relocate it to another room down the line.

Lumipets bunny nightlight


In those early months, a night light is more for your benefit than theirs. But there’s no need to make it boring. This bunny is portable, rechargeable, and comes with multiple glows.

West Elm crossweave blackout curtain


Blackout curtains will be your best friend, and there’s no reason they can’t be chic. Available in a variety of shades and lengths, these will beautifully frame your baby’s window, and aid in peaceful sleep.

Bumpsuit Armadillo baby carrier


Keeping the baby close to your chest, this shell-like carrier is light, comfortable for both baby and wearer, and as stylish as a carrier can be.

Babybjörn Babybjörn Bouncer Bliss


Cozy entertainment comes in ergonomic form with this foldable bouncer.

Inglesina fast table chair


The importance of a portable high chair is not to be overlooked. The benefits of including your child in your mealtimes can be more easily reaped.

Comfy Cubs muslin burp cloths


Soft and gentle, a baby’s skin deserves nothing but the best. These 100 percent muslin cloths delicately deliver ample coverage.

House of Noa Little Nomad play mat


The nature-inspired print elevates this play mat so much that it even has the aesthetic of a sophisticated rug. Easy to clean, it’s as practical as it is chic.

Haakaa Stardust playard


In one second, this play yard goes from flatly folded to a portable pen. A carry bag is included to ensure that it goes everywhere with you.

Haakaa baby nail trimmer


Clipping and polishing the most fragile nails, a trimmer is an essential to keep babys’ hands and toes extra soft.

EZ PZ tiny cup


Formulated and tested by a pediatric feeding expert, this silicone training cup will assist the baby in transitioning from bottle to cup.

Tiny Bums baby wipe warmer and dispenser


This wipe warmer features high-quality LED lighting ideal for nighttime use.

7 AM Enfant Soho diaper satchel


This compact diaper bag is perfect for everyday use. Featuring five interior pockets, two exterior bottle pockets, and one front phone pocket, the spacious design is made even more practical by its water-repellent capabilities.

7 AM Enfant Warmmuffs


You’ve seen them on delivery bikers, motorcyclists, and, now, strollers. Cozy, durable, and plush-lined, push your little one in pure comfort.

Boudreaux’s butt paste


Do everything you can to prevent diaper rash. Trust us.

Dr. Barbara Sturm baby & kids body cream


Marigold extract infused into this long-lasting hydration formula nourishes and calms babies’ skin.

Keekaroo Peanut changer


A wipe-down changing pad that can stand everything life throws at it. Soft yet strong, the award-winning changer is completely impermeable by fluids.

Pehr Life aquatic reversible-print play mat


Brushed and quilted cotton lightly fluffs this play mat, giving way to a reversible design of screen-printed aquatic patterns.

Pehr mini pompom canvas bin


Ultimate organization can be achieved in minimalist décor. These cotton-canvas bins will keep your home free of strewn toys and miscellaneous baby items.

Healthybaby wet wipes


Thick, soft, and plant-based, these aren’t your ordinary baby wipes. The sustainable composition is made with 100% water and is extra gentle on sensitive skin.

Magnetic Me sea foam modal magnetic footie


While the sea foam onesie embodies everything adorable about baby clothing, the style is made even better by its ultra-functional features. Magnetic fasteners make for painless changing, and the no over-the-head pull-on method is keeping the process as easy as possible.

Love to Dream swaddle


Swaddling is a tried and true practice, making the snug, womb-like fit of this swaddle invaluable. The baby can self-soothe to relax the startle reflex, allowing parents to remain (mostly) sane. Dual zippers on this one assist in seamless diaper changing, too.

Aden & Anais Scandinavian Sky Essentials swaddle 3-pack


A three-pack of beloved swaddles, with adjustable velcro fasteners to secure the baby within. There are two ways to swaddle with these—arms-in or arms-out—based on sleep preference.

Nanit Pro camera


Never lose sleep wondering what your baby is up to. Between sound and motion alerts, sleep tracking and analytics, and crystal-clear video, you can rest assured knowing your baby is being monitored at all hours.

YogaSleep Hushh portable white noise sound machine


Silent slumber awaits with an effective noise-masking machine emitting a soothing ambient sound. You may even find yourself borrowing this from the baby’s room.

Hatch Rest smart sound machine


A two-in-one device that is part night light, part sound machine. With ten light presets and eleven sounds, customize it to create a sleep experience tailored to your child.

Baby Shusher Sleep Miracle sound machine


Be in two places at once with this aptly named machine. In a human voice, the calming shush will send your baby into a deep slumber.

Bugaboo organizer


Don’t underestimate the power of a stroller organizer. Snag a snack or a pacifier quicker than a child can cry.

Beaba stainless steel lunch box


It’s simple. This eco-friendly container packs all meals with removable silicone dividers to separate food.

Stokke Sleepi V3 convertible crib


This beechwood crib grows with your child, so you can adjust it as necessary without needing to replace it entirely.

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