Babies, like any other new additions to the home, require certain special items to help daily life flow easier. With baby gear like car seats, cribs, onesies, bathing supplies and so much else on the list, how are you supposed to keep track of all the other things going on in your baby’s life?

Here is a checklist to make sure you have everything your newborn needs!

Birth

         Car seat

         Stroller

         Crib or bassinet

         Layette of clothing basics

         Bottle feeding supplies, if applicable

         Breastfeeding supplies, if applicable

         Hypoallergenic baby wash and detergent

         Baby diapers

         Infant ibuprofen or acetaminophen

         Infant gas drops

         Receiving blankets

Four months

         High chair if feeding food at 4 months

         Baby Spoons

         Baby Food

         Crib toys

         Musical mobile

         Teething rings

         Numbing lotion for teething

         Hypoallergenic lotion for baby massage

         Plenty of baby books

         Soft clothes to clean baby’s teeth

Six months

         Sippy cups

         Baby food if the infant is just starting solid foods

        Second stage formula if applicable

         Toys created for older infants

         Lowered crib mattress – your baby may start standing or pulling up at any time

Twelve months

         Baby vitamins if switching to whole milk

         Second stage baby foods

         Supportive baby shoes

         Age-appropriate toys

         First dental appointment!