1. Gerber Cloth Diapers for Basic Burp Clothes

When I registered for my baby, I registered for two packs of those pretty burp cloths. But, I quickly found out that I needed multiple packs of thick burp cloths. Who cares if they are pretty? They are just going to get stained. I have since bought upwards of 6 packs of these. If you think 30 burp cloths is too many, then feel free to come do my laundry! So yes, we go through 2-4 cloths a day – and I have a steady supply. These are super thick and are perfect for whatever comes up (literally!).

2. iLuvBamboo Waterproof Changing Pad Liners

I have an entire dresser drawer of these cotton pad liners. They lay on top of my changing pad, and are easily removed when there is an accident – which happens a LOT. This is another thing I’ve bought TONS of – at least 3 packs. Again, who wants to do laundry every day?

Also – I always have these in my diaper bag and when I travel!

If you click on the item, you will see that these have RAVE reviews and are the best of the best. I’m telling you – they are the only diaper pad liners worth getting!

3. Ergobaby Carrier 360

There are a million baby carriers and wraps out there. But, I was talking to my friend who is a physical therapist, and she told me how the Ergobaby Carrier 360 is the only baby carrier that adequately supports your back.

I was sold.

I use this carrier at home, on trips, on hikes, on walks, in my front yard…EVERYWHERE.

Just read the reviews. This one is the best.

4. Gerber Baby 2 Pack Zip Front Sleep ‘N Play

Another thing you go through A LOT with a new baby? Sleepers. Sometimes we go through 3 a night. At first, I thought 4-6 sleepers would be enough. What a joke.

And, when you need upwards of 10 sleepers, who wants to spend a lot of money? I’ve bought so many of these Gerber Sleep N Play – and they are perfect!

They average about 2 for $10, and are perfect for night and daytime.

5. Swaddles and Sleepsacks

Raise your hand if you still don’t know how to swaddle a baby.

Everyone can raise their hands except my husband – he’s a master swaddler.

Me? I love these two swaddle options.

For a simple swaddle that zips from the bottom up, you need MANY of these Halo Swaddles and Sleep Sacks. I have many in each size – and use them every night.

These will save your sanity and your baby will sleep amazingly.

Looking for something more? I LOVE this Nested Bean Swaddle! It is weighted, so your baby feels “hugged” all night. This worked wonders for my son who liked to be held all the time. He also started sleeping really well around 2.5 months. Not sure if this was the reason – but I never stopped using it to test it out!

6. Fisher-Price Snuggabunny Cradle ‘N Swing

Is your baby not sleeping?

You need a swing.

This swing is the reason my babies sleep so well.

We bought this when my daughter was 3 weeks old, and wish we had bought it sooner. She slept in this swing during naps, and usually during the second half of the night. It prolonged her sleeping by about double. She was taking one hour naps – and then with the swing they grew to 2-3 hours. At night, she will sleep in this for 5-7 hours.

(BTW she didn’t love the swing at first. It did take a few days for her to warm up to it. But, now she loves it!)

This website about baby sleep is my favorite and strongly advocates using a swing.

7. Idaho Jones Breast Pump Bag

As a working mom, I have been looking for the PERFECT bag. I recently got this bag, and it is now my go-to purse, diaper bag and work bag. I love it so much. (Also it is AWESOME for travel with little ones.)

The Idaho Jones Breast Pump Bag is awesome because:

• It has room for my breast pump + laptop + diaper bag stuff
• It is pretty!
• It is sturdy and holds SO MUCH STUFF
• It can get dirty and be wiped clean
• It is less than $100

This bag is magic, and I can’t recommend it enough!

8. Infant Optics DXR-8 Video Baby Monitor

I researched baby monitors for about 8 months. No joke. I had dozens of lists and tabs open.

What was I researching? Physical monitor vs. phone app? Wireless vs. not wired?

We finally settled on the Infant Optics DXR-8 Video Baby Monitor because of the 35,000 5 ⭐️ Reviews on Amazon. It is definitely the highest-rated monitor on Amazon.

And – we LOVE it!

Why?

✅ Because I can keep it on all night without using my phone battery.

✅ Because it has a HUGE range.

✅ Because it is SO SIMPLE to set up and use.

✅ Because I can pass it to my mother-in-law and not need to set up an app for her.

✅ Because it has dark night vision.

✅ Because it zooms in and can pan the room.

So many reasons!