I hope this list helps you and let me know what your must haves are!
1. Bouncer.
This was a lifesaver when I needed a shower or needed both hands, Mine had music and vibrating and they both really helped Cort get to sleep or stay happy when I needed him to be happy, I also look forward to using a bouncer when I have more babies, It will be so nice to lay him/her in and Cort will be less likely to sit on or step on the baby when I'm playing with Cort.
This was a lifesaver when I needed a shower or needed both hands, Mine had music and vibrating and they both really helped Cort get to sleep or stay happy when I needed him to be happy, I also look forward to using a bouncer when I have more babies, It will be so nice to lay him/her in and Cort will be less likely to sit on or step on the baby when I'm playing with Cort.
2. Rock'n play sleeper.
We used this as a bassinet next to our bed for the first 2 months of Cort's life, It was so great to have Cort right next to us, being able to look at him and when he woke up being able to pick him up right away was great, also it has "rockers" so if he was having trouble falling asleep I'd just rock him and it worked just like a charm!
3. Swing.
This was a LIFESAVER for the first few months! It's perfect for when you need to make dinner or wash dishes, I can just layed Cort in the swing and it kept Cort so happy! Also at 3:00am its nice to sooth your baby back to sleep!
4. Boppy pillow.
This is perfect for when you've just had your newborn, They nurse so much so its nice to give your arms a break, also for those who already have kids its great to help have your older children hold baby easier, and Its great for tummy time when your baby gets alittle older, Its also great for when your babies are leaning to sit up, that way if they start to fall over the pillow blocks the fall!
5. Baby carrier.
I just love wearing Cort in my Ring Sling and Ergo, It's perfect for when Cort is tired and needs snuggles or I need to get stuff done and he needs me to hold him! Both of these carriers you can wear your babies from birth to thirty-five pounds! If you'd like me to do a blog spot about my opinion on all my carriers just let me know!
6. Aden and Anais blanket.
These blankets are the best! I have several of swaddle blankets and they are the perfect size so Cort didn't come undone very easy. I used them as a nursing cover too. I also have one of there dream blankets for Cort that I love, Its a very breathable blankets so i can have him sleep with it and not need to worry about him!
7. Baby sprout app.
I love this app! Especially for when Cort was a newborn, It keeps track of diaper changes, nursing sessions, sleep pattern and growth charts so when your trying to function on just afew hours of sleep its great to just look at your phone to remember which side you nursed your little one on last.
8. Drool bandana.
Face it. Drool is going to happen, and its going to happen alot! These bibs were a must have! Cort would soak through his onesie multiple times a day if I wouldn't put a bib on him, and since he has to wear a bib so much he might as well be styling! :)
9. Learning Table.
I got this for Cort when he was about 7 months. he loved crawling over to it and and pulling up and pushing the buttons. it was great for him to learn to turn the pages and push and pull the things to make music!
10. Sound Machine.
When we moved Cort out of is crib we wanted something that would help him go back to sleep on his own, This sound machine works wonders! it plays several different songs and also has a projector. It really helps sooth him to sleep great! it also has a timer so if I only wanted it to play music for alittle while it will stop and wont play for hours.
11. Pacifier clip.
If your planning on using a pacifier I definitely recommend getting one of these, No need to have extra pacifiers! if Cort dropped his pacifier, The clip would catch it and worked amazing!
12. Ride on toy.
When Cort sees a ride on toy his face lights up like crazy! Its great also for him to learn to scoot with his feet to push himself around! It will definitely be something that he will enjoy using for many years!
"It’s essential for toddlers and young children to be able to balance as they learn to walk and run. Ride-on toys build these gross motor skills by encouraging the use of large muscle groups. When kids climb on and off of ride-on toys, they need to balance themselves to avoid falling. Once on the toy, they begin to engage their leg muscles to push themselves along or move the pedals."[SOURCE]
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