My Baby Checklist

Sharing a list of my baby essentials. I was able to come up with this list based on my search from the net, from friends, and based on what I have experienced so far with my 4-month old baby. Hope you will find this page useful.

BABY CHECKLIST


1. Things to prepare before baby is born

A. Baby Furniture & Accessories

o Crib
Notes: Optional, this depends if you have enough space in your room. But I think this is an important baby item. If you decide to buy one, I suggest that you choose a portable crib/playpen. In my case, we decided to co-sleep my baby when she turned 3 months old because she was already able to turn on her side. So I felt it was already safe for her to co-sleep. Also, it was easier for me to breastfeed. My Aunt advised that when my baby starts to crawl it would be safer to place the baby in the crib/play pen. By the way, our crib/play pen has its own travel bag so its easier to store when we no longer need to use it. Also, I think the crib/play pen is more practical than the crib type only.
o Crib Mattress
o 1-4 Fitted Crib Sheets/ Mattress
o Waterproof mattress protectors
Note: Vey useful. I suggest you use a colorful big size mat protector. I use this when my baby is using lampin only during the day. Sabi kase ng pedia dapat nakakahinga pwet ni baby, wag lagi naka diapers) 
o 2 Blankets
Note: Be careful in using this when baby is not able to lift her head. Baka kase ma suffocate.
o Bolster pillows
Notes: A must. No need to buy a small pillow that comes with the bolster pillow. The back of your baby’s head may tend to flatten if you use this. We kept our baby snug tight using the bolster pillows
o CD or cassette player
o Baby music CDs
o Plastic shelf or cabinet
o Baby sling (optional)
o Baby carrier (optional)
o Stroller (optional)
Note: Choose depending on your requirements. We chose ours based on durability. Perfect when strolling in the mall ^-^
o Baby Bag and baby mat

B. Feeding Supplies (for breastfeeding)

o Bottle Sterilizer (optional)
o BPA free feeding bottles (4 pcs 4oz)
o Bottle nipples (silicone)
Note: Use x-cut nipples for newborns
o Breast Pump and Breast Pad
Note: Depende na din po ito sa inyo. You may decide not to buy if your a stay at home mom naman or you can't breastfeed your baby.
o Breastmilk container – 2-4 oz capacity
o Bottle Brush
o 4-6 Bibs or Burp Pads
o Bottle warmer (nice to have)
Note: I just warm cold expressed breastmilk by placing the feeding bottle with milk in a mug with warm water.
o Mini insulated bag (for storing fresh breastmilk when traveling)
Note: I just use ordinary insulated bag.
o Breastfeeding/ nursing pillow or U-shaped pillow (optional)
Note: I find this useful on the first 2 months.
o Nursing baby cover (optional)

C. Bathing accessories

o A large, plastic washtub with infant seat
o Baby Towels

D. For the Mom

o Nursing clothes (or any of your existing wardrobe with a stretchable neckline)
o Tummy Binder (I only used for a month, I suggest you buy the thick blue one available at the generic drugstore/mercury)
o Nipple lotion
Note: I used Boots Nipple lotion, only used this for the first 2 weeks.
o Nursing Bra
o Disposable nursing pads (Notes: I use my baby’s thicker lampin or the ordinary bimpo when I’m at home; my washable/disposable breast pads when I’m out)
o Stretch markscream
I use Palmer's Cocoa Butter until now.

E. Layette (Note: All in plain white)

o 6 pcs. tie-side shirts with pajamas
o 3 pcs. onesies/ snap-on crotch body suits (Notes: buy the 3-6months size)
o 6 pcs. sandos (Notes: my baby wears this until now; very useful; buy the stretchable cotton material)
o 3 pcs. newborn cap
o 3 pairs of mittens (Notes: I suggest you buy the one with stretchable material rather than the tie one)
o 3 pairs of socks or booties
o 2 receiving blankets
o 1 pack newborn diapers
o 1 dozen lampin (buy the gauze type)
Note: My baby wore her newborn size clothes until she was 3 weeks old

F. Toiletries and First Aid Kit
o Liquid soap (I use Lactacyd blue)
o Cotton balls
o Cotton buds
o Nail grooming set
o Ear Thermometer
o Nasal aspirator
o 40% isopropyl alcohol
o Baby wipes

G. Hospital Packing List (good for 2-3 days)

o Labor Bag:
 Ponytail/ Headband
 Lip Balm
 Lotion
 Maternity Napkins – 1 pack (I bought Modess)
 Washcloth/ bimpo
 Wipes
 Snacks (e.g. jellyace, lollipop, crackers, etc.) and bottled water
 Alcohol
 Baby book (for hand and foot print)
 Bottled water

o For Mommy and Daddy:
 Duster for Mommy
 Extra Shirts & Shorts for Daddy
 Slippers
 Underwear
 Bathrobe for Mommy
 Going home outfit
 Nursing bra; breast pads (optional)
 Abdominal Binder Toiletries/ Kikay kit

o For the Baby:
 2 baby tie-side shirts
 2 Lampin
 2 Baby’s receiving blanket
 2 pairs baby socks or booties
 Infant cap
 2 mittens
 Newborn diapers (1 pack, approx. 22 pcs.)

o Important Docs (all in 1 clear book):
 Marriage Certificate (original and xerox copies)
 Medical history information sheet
 Birth certificate - info
 Philhealth forms – claim form 1 and maternity claims and benefits form

o Others
 Camera/ Video Camera/ Charger/ Batteries
 Cellphone and charger
 Birth Plan (di ko po ito nagamit)
 Cash (better ready with cash on hand)
 Styro cups, disposable utensils, etc.
 3-in-1 Coffee sachets
 Snacks (bread, biscuits) & bottled water – for hubby