As a first-time mom it's not hard to get overwhelmed by all the new-fangled gadgets out there promising you a happy, well-adjusted baby. It can be difficult to navigate through the jungle of each store's baby aisles, not knowing which products will really be of use and which ones are simply just "cool." Well, at last, your quest for the perfect baby loot can be cut short. Here are the top five must-haves for the first-time mommy.
1. A bottle warmer. This easy to use, portable and even daddy-proof invention, is without a doubt, pure genius. Go to BabiesRUs,WalMart or Target to check out the various brands that exist. First Years, Avent and Munchkin all make day and night warmers that will make feedings any time of day or night a snap.
2. Bouncy cradle or baby swing. Look for one that offers different types of vibration or sounds. Baby will sleep soundly during your daytime chores and enjoy the smooth movement that is reminiscent of your womb. Check out Amazon for competitive prices on baby cradles and swings.
3. Portable playard like the "Pack' N Play" brand made by Graco. This easy to transport, convenient crib/bassinet/playpen is great for your child as they grow from infancy into toddlerhood. With most brands offering storage options and premium portability, this investment is one you won't regret and will definitely prove its worth to you over the years.
4. A convenient travel system including a matching car seat/infant carrier and stroller like the coordinating systems made by Baby Trend. The car seat clicks into the stroller so that you can easily take a walk or run errands in a hurry. The stroller folds down quickly and compactly so you can easily throw it in the back of your trunk without wasting time or space. Look at Baby Trend to view the various styles they offer in travel systems. Or go to Reno's Target, WalMart or BabiesRUs to explore their selection of products.
5. A good quality monitoring set so that you can hear your baby in any room, any time, anywhere. As a new mom, it's part of the territory to be extremely cautious and vigilant when it comes to your new baby. Leaving baby in a different room for a nap may be a step that takes a while to achieve, but you can greatly reduce your stress and worry with a good quality monitoring set that will allow you to hear your baby's sounds and movements clearly. Use these portable monitors when you are visiting friends or family or hook it on to your hip as you get things done around the house. Go to this site to check out the best baby monitoring systems on the market today.
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GAve me some good ideas for items to have on hand when the great-grand babies come visiting...Thanks!
As a mom of a 14-month old, I have to say that my husband and I also swear by The Miracle Blanket. We used it to swaddle our daughter in until she was 6 months old, and she started sleeping through the night at 1 month. I love this blanket! You can order it online. We will definitely be using it with our next one.
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