List of things for a newborn in the first month of life

You need to think about buying things for a newborn in advance, without waiting until 2-3 days are left before the expected date of birth. Usually, mothers begin to wonder how much clothing and accessories the child needs for the first time, what to take with them to the maternity hospital, a month and a half before the end of pregnancy. In order not to run around shopping after giving birth and not to force your relatives to do it, it is important to make a list of things that a newborn will need in the maternity hospital and in the first months of life.

List of things for a newborn. Winter option

The expectant mother is expecting the birth of her baby and is preparing for this event gradually, since after leaving the maternity hospital there is simply no time left to buy everything she needs. To avoid purchases made rashly or out of ignorance, you should first make a list of the dowry for the little man. The list includes not only clothes, but also a first aid kit, grooming and bathing supplies, a crib and other furniture, and a stroller. If childbirth is expected in winter, the wardrobe is selected in accordance with the temperature in the house, and outerwear - in accordance with the climate of the area. Particular attention is also paid to the stroller, and all other accessories are universal.

Necessary things for the baby

Many mothers are very worried and simply get lost among the large assortment of children's products. Of course, you want to buy everything, but there are some things that the baby simply needs, while others can be done without. Therefore, you need to know what things a newborn needs.

What should you prepare for your child when leaving the hospital?

The discharge of mother and baby from the maternity hospital is a joyful event for the whole family, but they also need to be brought home. If for a woman it is enough to prepare underwear, a skirt or trousers and a blouse, as well as outerwear for the season and shoes, then for the baby you will need a whole set of dowry and here it is very important to know what you need to buy for the newborn in order to bring it to the maternity hospital. Grandparents and fathers should prepare and deliver the following things to the maternity hospital for the baby:

• diapers. They are often forgotten when people are sorting through lace vests and caps, but the diapers that the baby had in the maternity hospital could have run out, and therefore new ones are needed;
• outerwear for the baby. Here you need to think carefully and choose from three options: put the baby in an envelope, wrap him in a blanket or put on a onesie. In the cold season you can’t do without them;
• car seat. A newborn will not sit on a car seat on his own, this is clear to everyone. Therefore, buy a car seat designed for the youngest children. After all, this is exactly what a newborn needs in the first place, and in the future you will take the baby to the clinic and many other places. These chairs resemble a cradle and can be used to carry a baby. When purchasing, pay attention to the fact that the devices absorb the force of possible impacts well and that they have five-point seat belts with shoulder attachments;
• cloth. The cooler it is, the more layers of children's clothing should be provided. First, the child is put on a light undershirt, then a cotton jacket with the seams facing out. The baby's outfit is completed with a knitted or terry onesie; you can also wear rompers. Prepare socks for the feet, and put on anti-scratch mittens for the baby’s hands. A light cap is first put on the newborn's head, and a warm cap should be put on top.

What does a baby need in the first days at home?

So you brought home a new family member. But you need to prepare everything you need in advance, and now we will tell you what you need to buy for a newborn.

Crib

Where the baby will sleep is decided by the parents; he doesn’t care, as long as it’s cozy and comfortable. It can be a crib, a cradle, or both together. If you don’t want to buy a cradle separately, you can make a cozy nest out of a blanket in the crib and put your baby there. Cribs come in different sizes, so you need to focus on the size of the mattress.

It is better to buy a larger crib; the child will have much more space there, and he will sleep in it for up to a year. Its material should be natural, best of all – wood, which “breathes” well. Be sure to buy a bed with a slatted bottom; although it is more expensive, the mattress will “breathe” in it. Don’t forget to buy an orthopedic mattress for the crib if you are wondering what other things your newborn needs.

Changing table

If there is no room for it in your apartment, you can buy a changing board that can be placed on a table or bed. There are also separate changing pads, they can be folded, and there are also chests of drawers with built-in changing pads.

Bath

In stores, bathtubs and additional accessories for them are presented in a very large assortment. There are bathtubs with a built-in slide; they do not require any additional equipment. But many parents buy ordinary bathtubs, and if you bathe a baby in it using parental hands, it is comfortable for the baby and convenient.

The most important thing is that you don’t need to be afraid that you might inadvertently hurt your baby.

Bed linen and blankets

If the apartment is cold, cover the baby with a woolen or flannelette blanket. But do not use a cotton blanket under any circumstances - the baby may suffocate under it. An excellent option is a cotton blanket and a sleeping bag. In extreme heat, you can cover your baby with a diaper. Bed linen should be made exclusively from natural materials.

Stroller

At first, you can carry your baby for walks in your arms, but later you will definitely need a stroller. The stroller must be made of high-quality and environmentally friendly material, its bottom must be smooth and hard for the correct formation of the baby’s spine. The design of the stroller should be comfortable for the mother, because she will be the one who will be walking outside with the child most of the time. And choose the dimensions correctly: it is advisable to easily place the stroller in the corridor, take it into the elevator, and the like.

List of clothes for a newborn in winter

Due to the lack of fat, the baby has practically no thermoregulation of its own. Its body temperature depends on the ambient temperature, but this does not mean that it is necessary to create greenhouse conditions for it. The optimal mode in the room is +22°C, while everyday clothes for the child are: a flannelette slip and a diaper. It wouldn’t hurt to wear socks or booties with not very tight elastic bands over the slip.

If it is frosty outside (up to -15°C), the baby is equipped as follows: a fleece suit is put on over a diaper and a thin sleepsuit, and the legs are insulated with woolen socks. A flannel cap and a warm cap are put on the head. The ensemble is completed with a jumpsuit or a warm fur-lined envelope with mittens (this is more comfortable than a blanket). At above-zero temperatures, the warm overalls are replaced with demi-season ones or the insulated suit is not worn under the winter overalls.

How much clothing do you need?

It is worth saying that these days, both pediatric doctors and modern mothers are of the opinion that swaddling interferes with the freedom of movement of the newborn, so you will need very few diapers: 10 thin and 6 flannel. They are needed to cover the changing table, provide air baths, and place them under the baby in the stroller.

The composition of your wardrobe depends on whether you will constantly wear diapers for your baby, or whether they will only be needed during walks. In the first case, preference is given to bodysuits and slips, and in the second - to vests and rompers (rompers have to be changed 2-3 times an hour, and vests - once a day).

When building your wardrobe, you should listen to the advice of experienced mothers: take 1 set of clothes in sizes 56-58, and let the rest of your clothes be size 62: this is a guarantee that the child will not outgrow them within a month.

• bodysuit with sleeves and anti-scratch pads (overalls and panties) – 2 pieces. The buttons on this garment should be on the front from the center of the neck to the groin.
• Flannelette slips – 2 pieces. They compare favorably with regular onesies with sleeves in that they can be easily unbuttoned and save time when changing your baby. Their buttons are located in the middle and diverge towards the legs. Slips are an excellent replacement for vests and rompers; they are much more practical.
• Fleece slips (preferably with a hood) – 2 pieces.
• Thin vests – 3 pieces. They are bought for dressing complete with panties. Swing blouses must have external seams and anti-scratch handles (sewn or fastened)
• Flannelette vests (or blouses) – 3 pieces.
• Romper with a heel - 10 pieces (if the child is constantly in diapers, then three pieces will be enough). If they do not have time to dry after washing, the quantity will have to be increased. Romper goes well with bodysuits.

It is better that the rompers are in the form of overalls and are fastened on hangers. The elastic band is harmful for the baby: it rubs the navel and puts pressure on the tummy. In addition, the child actively moves his arms and legs, which is why the undershirts are knocked out of the pants, exposing the back.

• Thin cotton cap – 2 pcs. In the first weeks, it is placed on the baby’s head after bathing.
• Flannelette cap – 1 pc. It is tucked under a cap to prevent irritation.
• Thin socks - 3 pairs.
• Woolen socks – 2 pairs.
• Warm envelope or overalls . You can find various options on sale. Russian-made Chepe envelopes are made of cotton filled with goose down or holofiber. For cold winters there are Chepe fur models. Many mothers are delighted with the Kerry winter envelope - it has a slot for a car seat. For particularly cold climates, it is worth purchasing a Womar envelope with natural sheepskin filling. The design of the model allows it to be extended and used for 2 - 3 winter seasons.

There are transformable envelopes in which the lower part is transformed into panties. Good universal models for autumn-winter, with a fastened insulated lining.

Winter clothes for a newborn should be comfortable and easy to put on, so that the child does not sweat before he gets outside. There should be no T-shirts or sweaters worn over the head. Of all the fastenings, buttons are the best: buttons are inconvenient to fasten, zippers can accidentally pinch delicate skin, and ties can get into the mouth.

Forming a wardrobe: useful tips

What other factors might influence your clothing list?

There are at least 3 of them:

1. Diapers - if the decision has been made to abandon them altogether, 3-4 sets of things will not be enough. They simply won’t have time to dry, and the baby risks spending most of his time naked.
2. Diapers - there is so much controversy surrounding them, but the fact remains: they are needed. At least 5 thin and dense. They cover surfaces before placing the baby, they are placed in strollers or air baths are carried out with their help.
3. Clothes for the maternity hospital - don’t forget about the cute, festive set in which the baby will be discharged from the maternity hospital. In addition to this, during your stay in the maternity hospital, you may need 2-3 sets of casual clothes.

Furniture and accessories

Crib with bedding

A crib for a newborn is selected according to two main criteria.

• Safety. This concept includes environmental friendliness of materials and reliability of design. The ideal choice is a wooden crib without a decorative coating (they are in great demand now) or coated with water-based varnish. A completely natural bed made of solid beech Fiorellino Royal (Italy) costs 16,000 rubles. Model Mashenka (Russia) made of solid birch is estimated at 5,200 rubles. If you prefer a plastic or polypropylene product, you should check its quality certificate.

The distance between the bars of the crib should be a maximum of 7 cm so that the baby's head does not get stuck between them. It’s good if the bottom is adjustable in height - this will protect the baby from falling over the crib bar when he starts to stand on his feet. Sharp corners, gaps larger than 10 mm, and easily screwed parts are not allowed in the design.

• Comfort . The standard bed size is 120 x 60 cm, and the design options are very diverse. You can choose a product with a collapsible side panel so that you can place it on your parent’s bed at night. There are models with removable wheels. Sometimes rocking beds are purchased - they look original, but are only suitable for up to 6 - 8 months. At this age, the baby begins to stand on his feet and needs solid support.

A cradle for a newborn on wheels Lider Kids costs from 3,700 to 4,200 rubles.

Mattress

To form the spine, it is important to choose the right mattress in size (2 - 3 cm less than the bottom of the bed), hardness and composition. Most often, products filled with coconut coir are recommended for newborns (it is hypoallergenic, well ventilated and has medium hardness). A mattress with latex coconut fiber is more durable - for example, the Russian product Dreamline BabyDream 6 in a calico cover costs 2,500 rubles.

A universal option is a “winter-summer” mattress (price from 5,000 rubles). It contains a layer of coir on one side, and struttofiber (a mixture of wool and polyester) on the other. A coconut mattress in a special double-sided cover is somewhat more expensive: its “summer” side is cotton, the “winter” side is sherstepon. The price of the Frau Hild model is 6200 rubles.

Pillow

In the first months of life, a pillow in the usual sense of the word is contraindicated for a baby: it loads the cervical vertebrae, and if the child turns over on his tummy, he may suffocate in it. To protect your baby from the consequences of regurgitation, you should raise the bed by about 20 degrees. This allows you to make a polyurethane wedge pillow the width of the entire crib - it is placed under the sheet. The Klin TM Womar model (Poland) costs 900 rubles.

Blanket or?

Should a newborn be covered in a crib? Most mothers agree that this is not necessary if the room is +22°C or higher. In this mode, the child sleeps in a slip with mittens and socks, feeling quite comfortable. At 20 degrees, you can cover the baby with a light woolen blanket .

Bed sheets

Buy a ready-made set of sheets, duvet cover and pillowcase. If you have a sewing machine, you can sew these simple products with your own hands. Sometimes a canopy is purchased or made, but it only collects dust and prevents air from reaching the baby.

Necessary clothing for a baby and another pressing issue

A newborn baby often freezes, because the fat layer that retains heat has not yet formed and therefore thermoregulation is weak. Children born in winter especially need warmth. But what does a newborn need in winter? First of all, the right clothes, only then will the baby feel comfortable and not be capricious. But you don’t need to buy clothes for height 56, a child can be born 57 cm and everything bought just won’t fit him.

If the room temperature is from 20 to 23 degrees, then one layer of clothing for the baby will be enough. If the temperature is higher, ventilate the room or undress the child.

For the first time, buy the following clothes for your baby:

1. two thin overalls and one overalls for walking outside;
2. 4-6 pieces of bodysuit or vest. Some parents buy one-piece onesies instead. It is worth noting that bodysuits that do not unfasten in the front are inconvenient for parents when dressing the baby, because he does not yet hold his head;
3. 8 sliders;
4. warm blouse;
5. two pairs of warm socks and three pairs of thin socks;
6. one thin hat and one hat for walking outside.
7. children's slips. Initially they were proposed as pajamas, but they can be used for all occasions - both while awake and worn for a walk.

Many people are interested in what they need for newborns in the winter when dressing a child for walks? Buy a walking overall with a warm winter overall on top. Other options are a blanket or envelope. You will also need warm blouses, sweaters, socks and the like. Put a light hat on the baby's head and a warm hat on top. You will also need a blanket or blanket to cover the baby in the stroller.

It is worth noting that winter clothes for a baby should only be bought with fasteners, and things with ruffles and ribbons are not very practical, because their ends can get into the baby’s mouth.

Furniture: minimalism and comfort

In addition to the crib , it is advisable to buy a changing table . But this is not at all necessary: ​​you can swaddle your baby on any stable table of suitable height. A universal option is a chest of drawers with a built-in changing table. A chest of drawers made of MDF from Russia costs 4850 rubles. Product dimensions 76 x 45 x 89 cm. For swaddling, you should purchase a pair of oilcloths or waterproof sheets, on top of which you place diapers (disposable ones are possible).

There are models of cribs that have drawers and cabinets for clothes and toys on the sides and bottom. Modular beds take up little space and bring significant savings to the family budget.

What is the difference between clothes for “winter” children?

The set of things for “winter” children is significantly superior to those for babies born in other seasons.

The list is not only expanding, but also the requirements for the quality of clothing and other goods for newborns are increasing. When outdoors, special insulated outerwear and breathable underwear are used.

Winter clothes are different:

1. model range (models of envelopes, overalls and a number of other things differ from “summer” ones);
2. manufacturing material (air-permeable fabrics, insulation made from natural and hypoallergenic synthetic materials);
3. fittings (zippers, fasteners, buttons should be both tight and well secured, but not pressing or restricting movement).

Bathing items

• Bath, slide or hammock . Experienced mothers advise taking not an anatomical, but a regular bath (costs about 800 rubles) in order to use it for at least 6 months, and prefer a regular fabric hammock. In it, the baby’s whole body comes into contact with the water and feels more comfortable, and such a product costs no more than 300 rubles. After 2 - 3 months, you may not need this device - the child will happily splash and spin freely in the bath.

There are baths for newborns on a stand: the Baby Jou model costs, for example, 2920 rubles. It is convenient because it allows you to carry out bathing in the children's room, where everything is at hand. The anatomical bathtub Cam Baby Bagno is offered for 1,600 rubles.

• Water thermometer.
• Watering bucket.
• Bath foam, soap and shampoo . There is no need to rush to buy them: the best environment for bathing a baby is clean water, sometimes with the addition of a herbal decoction. If your baby's skin peels, you can choose a special foam with herbal extract. A newborn with thick hair will need shampoo from the very beginning, but it is better to buy it on the advice of a doctor.
• Sponge or terry mitt for soaping . At first, it is better to use natural gauze, folded in four.
• Soft towel with corner . It is spread out next to the bath on the table so as not to carry a wet baby into the room.

You can find out about the sizes of diapers for newborns and how many of them you need from our article. How to determine the size of a hat for a newborn baby, read here.

How to properly swaddle a newborn baby, read the link

Tips for parents on products not worth buying

In order not to make a mistake and not buy too much, it is advisable to think through the baby’s “dowry” in advance and make a list of the first, most necessary purchases.

1. There is no need to spend money on shoes that will constrain the child’s feet; it is better to use socks and insulate the feet with a blanket.
2. Warm sweaters and vests are rarely used, they constantly slip off and children quickly grow out of them.
3. You don’t have to buy an envelope for discharge and replace it with a blanket, which will then serve as a blanket for walks.
4. Baby vests can be replaced with a modern analogue - a bodysuit.

Everything you need for hygiene care

• Diapers for disposable use . To begin with, you should buy two packages of different brands to test the products for leakage and hypoallergenicity. If an inexpensive brand of diapers suits your child, next time you can buy them in bulk - this will achieve double savings.
• Wet wipes . They are needed for hygienic care during a visit to the clinic or on a walk - where there is no access to water. Napkins are made from spunlace (a mixture of natural and artificial fibers) with a density of 30 - 50 g/m3 and are impregnated with herbal lotions without alcohol. It is better to buy products from trusted manufacturers of children's products: mothers recommend Pampers or Huggies.
• Children's cotton balls and hygiene sticks . They must be made of natural wool: it quickly absorbs moisture and does not leave lint. Children's Aura sticks (200 pcs.) cost 35 rubles. – they are useful for caring for the umbilical wound, drying folds after bathing, applying lotions and creams.
• Comb, brush, comb . Combs are usually made of plastic, have rounded teeth and are used for combing thin hair and fluff. This accessory may not be needed at first if the baby was born without hair.

A massage brush for a baby allows you not only to comb his hair without electrifying his hair, but also to massage his head - this is useful for children. The bristles should be natural or soft nylon. The purpose of the comb is to comb out baby crusts. When choosing a comb, preference is given to products made of wood (cedar, juniper) or bone: their teeth should be frequent, small and thin. Antimicrobial silicone combs are now on sale - they are very easy to wash.

An inexpensive BabyOno set of comb and brush (both plastic) costs 98 rubles. Many mothers like Chicco products. A well-known manufacturer offers a set of a comb with round teeth and a brush with natural bristles for 550 rubles.

• Scissors with rounded ends . A good manicure set for a baby (Canpol, Poland) costs 244 rubles. In addition to high-quality steel scissors, it includes a nail file and tweezers. Japanese Pigeon scissors made of stainless steel in a protective bactericidal case cost 500 rubles, and the price of short scissors from Chicco is 230 rubles.

You can save money by purchasing for 530 rubles. Safetti 1st hygiene set: it includes a hair brush, comb, scissors with a stopper, tweezers and 10 soft files.

• Oil, baby diaper cream, diaper rash cream . One of the popular remedies for diaper rash that relieves pain and inflammation is Weleda cream (330 rubles). It does not close pores, protects the skin from excess moisture, but does not dry it out. A good remedy for irritated skin are Bepanten and Pantestin creams. To eliminate deep diaper rash, Sanosan Baby (price 100 rubles) is considered the best remedy.

When changing a diaper, for preventive purposes, apply the “Gentle Nature of the Baby” cream - it contains moisturizing oils and extracts of medicinal plants

• Aspirator for removing mucus from the nose. A device with a very conveniently shaped bulb from Bebe Confort costs 197 rubles, a similar Chicco aspirator costs 100 rubles. expensive.

What will be needed in the maternity hospital

for Mom

1. Documentation
2. It all depends on the maternity hospital. You need to check whether they provide disposable clothing or whether you need to bring your own. If you can bring your own, then: robe, disposable diapers
3. Slippers that can be washed, rubber flip flops are good
4. Socks 2 pairs
5. Postpartum and regular pads
6. Disposable panties 2 pcs
7. Regular panties 2 pcs
8. Hand and face towel
9. Drinking water. I really want to drink during contractions
10. Phone and charger
11. Cosmetics will be required upon discharge so that you will be recognized.

For the baby

1. vests 2 pcs
2. sliders 2 pcs
3. set of clothes for discharge
4. diapers size No. 1, if the baby is light weight then No. 0
5. wet wipes

First aid kit

The standard kit includes medications that a newborn will need from the first days.

• Hydrogen peroxide.
• Zelenka.
• Sterile cotton wool. Turundas are made from it for cleaning ears and nose, since cotton swabs will be too large at first.
• Sterile gauze.
• Streptocide. If necessary, it can be used to make an effective belly button powder.
• Medicinal herbs: chamomile, calendula, string
• Medicine dispenser. A useful new product that allows you to administer medicinal solutions and syrups to children without any risk of damaging their mouths. The Japanese product Pigeon (RUB 380) has a capacity of 5 ml, a soft spout and a stopper. Sterilization is carried out with steam or in the microwave.

Read about the development of a newborn baby by month in our article. You can find out all the information about lactose intolerance in infants here.

Rash on the face in newborns, information on the link

Stroller for newborn in winter

While on a walk, the baby should be reliably protected from rain, snow and wind.

• Winter strollers-cradles. They are mounted on a powerful chassis, with brakes on the rear wheels, ensuring safe driving on slippery roads at an angle. Inflatable wheels with metal discs and springs provide high maneuverability and good shock absorption. An example of a winter option is the Italian Inglesina Classic stroller. Its disadvantages are its heavy weight and dimensions.
• Universal strollers. They are somewhat smaller in size and more practical, equipped with a wheel block, a cradle, a walking block and, possibly, a car seat. The winter cradle in such models is windproof and insulated. Among the models it is worth mentioning the Polish Piko Balerina, the Italian Peg-Perego Culla-auto.
• Transformer "winter - summer". When choosing this popular option, pay attention to the presence of a thick cover and a warm envelope, a high apron and a low visor. The walls in the stroller should consist of several heat-insulating layers. The Polish models Riko Grand and Tako Rapid, and the Italian Inglesina Cross Magnum are acceptable for winter.

It’s good if the stroller comes with a blanket for inclement weather, a warm envelope, a carrying bag, an insulated mattress, a shopping basket and a bag for accessories.

Other necessary little things

• Bottles. They will be needed even if there is a prospect of breastfeeding. For the first case, 2 bottles for expressing breast milk and the same number of nipples are enough.
• Brushes for washing bottles (small brush for pacifiers, large brush for bottles).
• Pacifier in a protective box.
• Bucket for dirty laundry. Children's and adult items should be kept separately.
• Anti-allergenic washing powder.

When compiling an individual list of useful things and clothes for a newborn, you should not buy absolutely everything in advance. The sizes of the suits will be determined upon birth. Some of the accessories will be given to you by your grandparents, who are delighted with the heir, if you tell them what is on the list and has not lost its relevance.

Knitted warm items for the cold season

Knitted items and accessories are often found in children's wardrobes. Especially popular winter models of knitted items are hats, booties, and overalls.

pros:

• you can knit yourself (originality of things and savings);
• large selection of models;
• effective for warming.

Minuses:

• can cause allergies in a child;
• may rub the skin, cause itching and redness;
• in clothes made from synthetic yarn, the skin “does not breathe”;
• ventilation of a number of models (for example, overalls);
• require hand washing in warm water about 40 degrees (they tend to shrink).

The knitted product must contain natural cotton threads or children's acrylic. There should be no rigid weaves or tight knitting.