safe sleep + rest

Choose one:

• Bassinet or bedside sleeper (first 4–6 months)

• Crib + firm mattress

• Organic cotton crib sheets (2–3 sets)

• Waterproof mattress protectors (2–3)

Helpful options:

• Newton Baby Crib Mattress — breathable, washable design

• Naturepedic Organic Crib Mattress — organic materials, low-tox focus

• Kyte Sleep Sacks (if co-sleeping)

Not Essential:
❌ Crib bumpers
❌ Baby pillows
❌ Weighted sleep sacks
❌ Decorative blankets in the sleep space

Clothing (Newborns Need Less Than You Think)

Basics:

• 8–10 cotton sleepers with zippers

• 6–8 short sleeve/long sleeve onesies

• 4–6 pairs of soft pants

• 4–6 pairs of socks/booties

• 2–3 lightweight sweaters/cardigans

• 2–3 hats (season dependent)

Best fabrics:

• Organic cotton

• Linen

• Wool (especially for temperature regulation)

Not Essential:
❌ Lots of newborn-size outfits
❌ Complicated buttons/snaps
❌ Shoes before walking

Feeding Essentials

If Breastfeeding

• ☐ Nursing pillow

• ☐ 3–5 nursing bras/tanks

• ☐ Breast pads (washable preferred)

• ☐ Nipple balm

• ☐ Milk storage bags

• ☐ Manual breast pump

Helpful:

• ☐ Haakaa silicone milk catcher

• ☐ Glass storage containers

• ☐ Freezer stash supplies (if desired)

Registry-worthy:

• Haakaa Silicone Breast Pump — simple silicone collector/manual pump

• Silverettes

If Bottle Feeding (Breastmilk or Formula)

Start small:

• 4–6 bottles

• Bottle brush

• Drying rack

• Formula dispenser (optional)

Natural-material options:

• Glass bottles

• Stainless steel bottles

• Silicone nipples

Popular choices:

• Lifefactory Glass Baby Bottle

• Pura Kiki Stainless Steel Baby Bottle

Not Essential:
❌ Bottle warmer (many parents just use warm water)
❌ Large sterilizer machines (boiling water works)

Diapering

Changing Area

• Changing pad or washable/wipeable mat

• 2 washable covers

• Diaper cream

• Cloth wipes

• Spray bottle/peri bottle for wipes

• Diaper pail or wet bag

Diapers

Choose your style:

Cloth diaper starter:

• 24–30 cloth diapers

• Inserts

• Wet bags

• Cloth diaper-safe detergent

Disposable/natural option:
Look for:

• Fragrance-free

• Chlorine-free

• No lotions

Bath + Baby Care

Essentials:

• Baby bathtub (or sink insert): 4 Moms is a great brand

• Organic cotton towels (2–3)

• Washcloths (8–12)

• Gentle soap

• Baby nail file/clippers

• Digital thermometer

• Saline drops

• Nasal aspirator

Helpful:

• FridaBaby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator

Skip:
❌ Baby powder
❌ Strong scented lotions
❌ Huge skincare sets

Bonding + Carrying

Babywearing (One of the Most Used Items)

• Soft wrap

• Structured carrier

Great options:

• Solly Baby Wrap — lightweight newborn wrap

• Zoberlo

• Moby Wrap

Many parents use:

• Wrap for newborn stage

• Structured carrier for older baby

Transportation

Car Seat

The one place not to compromise.

• Rear-facing infant car seat

• Car seat base

• Infant mirror (optional)

Popular choices:

• Nuna PIPA RX Infant Car Seat

• Chicco KeyFit 35 Infant Car Seat

Stroller

Think about your lifestyle:

Everyday:

• Full-size stroller

Minimal:

• Babywear + lightweight stroller later

Avoid buying:
❌ Huge travel systems unless you know you need one