Baby Basics on a Budget
One of the first things you hear when you get pregnant
is how expensive babies are. You'd think the little bundles required
24k gold pacifiers and Perrier in their bottles. Don't get us
wrong-- there are definitely added expenses with having a child, but
there's also plenty of ways we can help to get all of the baby
basics-- and all the little extras--on a budget. Here's My Miracle Baby's
answer to how to help with purchasing "Baby
Basics on a Budget!"
We have chosen a selection of baby supplies from our economy
range of essential baby products that will get you started. You can
stock up on bodysuits,
sleepers, bottles,
receiving blankets,
onesies, bibs,
caps and so much more at rock bottom
economy prices.
If this is your first baby, the trick is not to purchase too
little or too much. Newborns grow quickly, and very small items will soon
be outgrown, so buy bigger rather than smaller. If there is a
shower being planned for you, expect to get more newborn clothing
than you'll ever use. Take advantage of the opportunity to give
well-wishers some guidance. And let us get you going with this
simple list of basics.
Baby Basics Checklist
HOME-FROM-THE-HOSPITAL GEAR:
Take
Me Home Outfit
Newborn
car seat (rear-facing for safety)
FIRST-SIX-MONTH NECESSITIES:
Side
Snaps Tee Kimonos
Gowns
(two or three)
Pants
(two or three pairs)
Onesies
(two or three)
Footed
Coveralls (four to six)
Short-sleeve
bodysuits with snaps at the crotch (five to seven)
Sweaters
(one or two; more during winter months)
Snowsuit
or Bunting (during winter months)
Booties
or socks (two to four pairs)
Hats
(two or three)
Receiving
blankets (three to five)
Crib
blankets (two)
Stroller
or car seat blanket (heavier than the other blankets)
Diapers
(a dozen disposable or a dozen cloth per day for newborns)
Burp
cloths (two or three)
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