It would seem that you need a little one? A cot, a stroller and diapers - that's all. But you will be surprised how it is not so. A little man needs a lot of things, and only the most necessary things. There are things that you simply can not do without, and there are those that will simply make your work much easier. In any case, if you want maternity to bring only joy - you will need a lot of what is listed in the following list.
First aid kit
It must be: 70% alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, anesthetic ointment, diarrhea remedy, syrup and candles for babies from fever, anti-thrush measures, sterile compresses, droppers, cotton balls and cotton swabs. Also stock yourself with folk remedies - dill, marjoram, chamomile.
Bottles
Up to 6 months of the baby is best to breastfeed. But the bottles will still be useful for supplementing the expressed milk. For artificial feeding, you will need at least three 250 ml bottles and a 150 ml cup. It is worth to buy a brush for cleaning bottles - it will greatly facilitate your life. And make sure that the bottles themselves are made of quality material. Buy them in pharmacies and require a certificate of quality.
Children's cosmetics
It will be necessary to the husband and wife for the birth of the child from the first days of his appearance in the house. Olive oil, ointment for wounds, body cream (for the appropriate season), soap or foam for baths - that's the most necessary. It is desirable, that all this was with the certificate of the National Institute of Hygiene and had a positive conclusion of the Institute of Mother and Child. The baby's first cosmetics is his future health.
Breast Pump
You may need it in the hospital. If you are breastfeeding your baby and only sometimes expressing - buy a simple cheap manual breast pump. Buying a more expensive specimen makes sense if you go to work and want to continue breastfeeding. This equipment will allow you to quickly decant in the morning, at lunch and in the evening, saving your time and keeping your breast healthy.
Heater
It is not necessary, but very convenient. He can heat milk or lunch in a jar, but you can also do this in hot water in a saucepan. In addition, the heater can not be selected for bottles and cans of unusual shape. If you have a car adapter, the heater will be very useful in traveling.
Sterilizer
Required if you do not breastfeed. Sterilization of bottles and nipples is necessary - only at 100 ° C all microbes are killed. If you have a microwave oven, you can buy a microwave sterilizer that sterilizes up to 8 bottles simultaneously for 4-7 minutes. A novelty in the modern market is special bottles for microwave ovens. You can also buy a steam electric sterilizer.
Soother
Not necessary, but useful if your child has a very strong sucking reflex. At the end of the first six months of life, you should try to wean him from the pacifier. This should be prepared in advance. Ideal pacifier-dummy should be made of natural rubber, latex or silicone. It must be properly shaped and anatomically shaped. At the slightest damage, immediately throw out a dummy! In microcracks, bacteria multiply instantaneously. This can be dangerous for the child!
Thermometer
Traditional mercury thermometers measure the temperature quite a long time, which is tiring for the child. In addition, they are unsafe. More convenient is an electronic thermometer. Now there are several types. You can measure the temperature by placing it in the ear, in the mouth or traditionally under the armpit. The most convenient, but less accurate, is a thermometer in the form of a strip applied to the forehead. You will also need a thermometer to measure the temperature of the bathing water.
Bath
It will be necessary for bathing the child. Do not rush to buy just a large bathtub - it will be inconvenient to bathe your baby. A good bath should have convenient grooves for soap and sponges. You can purchase a special plastic tab for the baby, which can be conveniently located in the adult bathroom. This solution is recommended for small bathrooms and in the absence of space for a separate bath.
You can also buy a pool with a non-slip rubber insert. You can put a child on her, which makes the bathing process easier. In some pools there is a special chair, which is attached to the suckers. Later on in this pool you can teach your baby to swim. It is better to start doing it right away - in the first weeks after birth, children instinctively are not afraid of water and swim well. Later, they lose this skill if it is not supported and not developed.
clothing
Children grow surprisingly fast, so do not invest too much money in newborn clothes. Just buy a few pieces of each type of clothing the right size. Set a reasonable minimum: 5 raspashonok, 5 sliders, 3 hats (one warm), 3 pairs of socks (without a hard rubber band), 2 overalls for walking. Clothes should be made of cotton (baize, terry or cotton cloth). Make sure that the seams are not sharp, you need to cut out the labels. Recently bought clothes should be washed before putting on the baby.
Crib
It should have a basic set at different heights, depending on the age of the child. Wooden parts should be smooth and easy to clean. The spacing between the bars should not be more than 5 cm. A cot with a removable wall will be more convenient. When a child grows up, he will be able to just get out of bed on his own. Convenient and built-in boxes for small items and diapers. A bed with a rocking function will replace the cradle.
Breath Monitor
It is necessary during the first year of life if your child is in danger because he was born prematurely or with low weight. It is also useful for all those moms who can not fall asleep while still listening to the baby's breathing. The kit consists of a receiver and sensors that are under the mattress of the crib. When the child does not breathe for 15 seconds, a warning tone sounds, and after 5 seconds - an alarm. In this case, it is necessary to quickly remove the child from the crib and pat him on the back.
Stroller
The most convenient option is to buy several pieces for different seasons. But this is not very affordable for money. Then you can buy a multivariable stroller. A stroller of the "gondola" type is the most convenient for the baby in the first months of life, providing your child with comfort and comfort. It should have a rigid substrate and a depth of at least 25 cm. Make sure that the stroller has good shock absorbers, which will minimize shock and provide comfort when you carry the child on a rough road. Remember that the more wheels, the more comfortable you will drive along the bumpy road stroller and the more comfortable it will be for the child. When the baby already learns to sit, you can convert the stroller. It is advisable to equip it with an additional five-point belt. Before buying, check the safety sign of the stroller. Quality wheelchairs of leading manufacturers are always indicated in the certificate.
Car seat for baby
Do you have a car and you both drive? Then the choice of a car seat should be prepared by the husband and wife - to the birth of the child it should already be bought. You will need it if you want to take your child along on the road. It is better to buy it before the birth of the baby, then to safely get home from the hospital. The first car seat is usually designed to serve your child from birth (with insertion for newborns) to nine months. At home the chair can replace the cradle or "kangaroo".
The car seat must be adapted to the child's age, to its weight, to have five-point seat belts. The cover must be removable to facilitate washing. It is better not to buy a car seat "with hands", because it is always difficult to determine whether there is an invisible damage after an accident.
Go-carts
This thing is not necessary and causes a lot of controversy. According to orthopedists, walkers do more harm than good - they slow down the walking process and their frequent use can cause problems with the child's posture. In baby walkers, the baby is constantly tilted forward, which threatens the curvature of the spine. In addition, the load on the legs is prohibitive. Walkers can be replaced by simply holding a toy in your hand and encouraging the child to move behind it, leaning on your hand. Thanks to this, the child will learn to walk in a natural way, leaning on his hands for balance.
Baby Monitor
Useful for home or big apartment. Thanks to the transmitter and receiver in the crib, you will hear when the baby starts to cry. The wider the coverage radius, the better (for example, up to 400 m in open space). Buy one time good batteries and charger. More expensive models will allow you to communicate in both directions, which will quickly calmed the child and put him to sleep.
Teethers for teeth
Especially they will be needed for children aged from birth to three months. Teethers can soothe pain in the gums during teething, and also are good as a first toy. They should be made of non-toxic plastics, can be filled with water (refrigerated in the refrigerator). They should also not be too big for the baby to be comfortable in.
Swing
They must be stable, have a strong frame and seat belts. With their help, you can replace more traditional outdoor activities. The swing can be used from 9 months after reaching the child's weight of about 12 kg. There is a swing, dressed on the door frame. Pediatricians do not recommend them, because they are poorly equipped and can lead to injuries to children.
Manege
Colorful and cheerful, he encourages the child to have fun, meet new textures and shapes, develop and play. Buying an arena will allow you to relax, have a quiet lunch or talk on the phone. But not all children want to sit in it! It should be stable, have a soft, oil floor, strong grids and handles for the child practicing walking. Manege is suitable for a child from about five months. The best are those arenas that are easy to clean and can be disassembled if necessary. Do not leave the baby in the arena for a long time - even if he does not show discontent. Constant loneliness adversely affects the child's psyche.
Kangaroo Bag
The purchase is useful, but not essential. These bags are designed for children who have reached three months of age and can independently keep their own head. Pediatricians do not recommend the use of "kangaroos" for long walks. A secure bag should have adjustable straps, a firm back and support for the head. Make sure that the padded head pieces can be rotated. This will allow wearing an older child facing the street.
Manicure set
It is very difficult for an infant to cut off her nails with "adults" with scissors. It's also not safe! Buy small scissors with rounded ends or clippers for babies. The choice depends on your comfort and financial possibilities. There are special manicure sets, but they are expensive, although comfortable.