Baby Backpacks: Diaper Genie
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If You Had to Do It All over Again, What Would You NOT Buy?
Asked by M.O. from Sacramento
on May 24, 2009
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Hi mamas!
I have two munchkins that broke the bank - I bought everything "they" said I needed and then some. With the economy the way that it is, is there anything t...
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- Best advice: Wait and see, borrow, and shop craigslist. You never know what your particular baby will take to, so if you are lucky enough to borrow from friends, you...
- I didn't read through all the responses, but for me, the biggest "must" is a really fantastic stroller. NOT one of those bulky travel systems (had a Graco travel syste...
- my daughter is 5 1/2 months and i must say that i wouldnt of made it this far without the "Gripe water" for her belly and the hylands teething tablets. I think that th...
What Do You Really NEED for a New Born?
Asked by E.B. from Santa Barbara
on May 17, 2008
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We're trying to plan and be as prepared as necessary for our first born who is scheduled to arrive in Sept. We do not want to have lots of unnecessary "stuff". We ar...
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- Well, I'm one who has every gadget under the sun for my kid, and I have enjoyed having many options of places to put her for naps, playtime, etc. 3 different stroller...
- My Uncle hand built me a gorgeous wooden bassinet and I never even used it once! I had my son sleep with me all the time, it was so much more convenient that way espec...
- Hi E....congratulations on your impending baby! I'm so glad to hear you are planning a home birth! I am a no-stuff person and wanted only the basics when I had my ...
What Baby Items Can You Not Live Without?
Asked by S.J. from St. Louis
on July 16, 2010
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I am getting ready to register for my baby shower, and I want to hear from recent new moms as to what you have found to be extrememly helpful and things you couldn't l...
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- Looking back (my son is now 8) here is my short list: - Papertowels & warm running water (instead of wipes) - Diapers - Car Seat - Crib - Lovey - Spi...
- Fast read digital thermometer (10 second is the best) AND a forehead instant read thermometer for when they are too sick or fussy for the other kind. Pediatricians rec...
- A comfortable rocking chair/glider was a must for me. Seems like I spent years in it, and now that my son's older and no longer needs 'rocky baby' time I miss it. We...
Just for Fun -- Most Used Baby Item
Asked by M.L. from Philadelphia
on February 13, 2011
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I am putting together a basket for my sister in law who is having her second (after a 6 year gap) (due in July) of "my favorite things" after having my 8 month old. An...
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- A light weight duster for mom that has pockets and snaps or buttons up the front.
- I had babies that spit up constantly so I couldn't live w/ out cloth diapers which I used as burp clothes. The other thing I lived was plastic rings that linked toget...
- How about some cute little baby booties? Is her other child a girl or a boy? I'm guessing the new baby will be a girl since you said you are including a "pinky purse"...
Must Have Baby Products
Asked by M.W. from Los Angeles
on October 31, 2009
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I am a first time Mom going through books and lists of must have baby items. Any advice of what you really should have and what you don't need so urgently for the firs...
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- Hi there. Please check out my book - What Haven't They Told Me? I would be happy to give you a discount if you let me know you found out about my book on Mamasource....
- You've gotten some really great advice from the other mamas...but one thing I didn't see is a sound machine. We got one for our son when he was 9 months old, and it w...
- I may be in the minority here, but aside from whatever you need in the first two weeks, buy as needed. I have dozens and dozens of bottles that were never used. See wh...
Gift for New Mom
Asked by M.W. from Indianapolis
on February 23, 2010
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My cousin and his 18yr old GF are expecing their first child in a couple weeks. I really want to get something useful, but supposedly they have everything the need fro...
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- Everyone always thinks of what the baby needs, but the parents also could use something as well. A gift card that will cover a dinner, that has carry out. It is nice...
- I didn't know about it and no one gave me one at my shower, but I wish I had had a Miracle Blanket with my first. I love it so much with my second!
- Diapers and baby wipes. You can never have enough of those! And they are so expensive. Also, new moms usually don't think of baby spoons and bowls for when they start ...
New Mom and Baby Registry
Asked by L.J. from Cincinnati
on September 21, 2011
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I will be having my first child in December and I am attempting to create a baby registry. I thought this process would be easy and it's actually harder than I thought...
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- I wouldn't worry about it too much. Just get the necessities and don't fret over the small stuff. There are always gadgets that people will suggest and other peopl...
- people have said it but here it is in simple terms. Get a variety, wait till the last minute to make big purchases and SAVE receipts. Every baby is different. I boug...
- It would depend on your lifestyle, are you SAHM ? Are you planning on outing a lot, are you active? Are you planning on breastfeeding? Since you are in OH, you will mo...
First Baby room...What Do I Need?
Asked by A.M. from Tampa
on June 9, 2010
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I am pregnant and will soon need to get my baby's room together. What things do I need? What things will make my life easier?
I guess this doesn't just involve the...
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- For a diaper bag think what will fit you. I never could stand having 2 bags or the shoulder bag as it would constantly fall off, so i went for the backpack option. T...
- everyone is different.. I have a 7 yr old and a 4 yr old. I did not have a fancy stroller system ( the big ones where the infant seat starps into) They are heavy and...
- If I had to choose the top three things that made our lives SO much easier, it would have to be: 1. Sound machine (with many different sounds. Our daughter still sle...
Baby Product Must Haves?
Asked by N.H. from Boston
on July 10, 2010
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Hi Moms
Just want to know what baby products you all though was something that you couldnt have lived without. I am having son nuber 2 in nov and just want to see wha...
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- A ton of burp rags, boppy pillow (with extra covers), original desitin, hylands teething tablets, and since my little one was so busy and active, a jumperoo!
- Spring for the Boon high chair. It goes up and down like the chair at the hairdresser and it's on wheels. Hands down the best baby thing we bought! I could do comme...
- Bobby pillow, hooter hider, sleep lamb sound machine for the crib.
New Baby on the Way... What Do I Need?
Asked by M.D. from Los Angeles
on February 1, 2008
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I am due in May and am getting ready to start stocking my house with stuff for baby. We have an eight year old son but I feel that it has been so long since I have don...
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- A few of my favorite things: Boppy Nose Aspirator Humidifier Diaper Depot Diaper Duck (with refillable poop bags) travel diaper changer with pockets for diaper...
- Hi M.. Just some thoughts...buy a few sets of crib sheets (you'll have to change them frequently if the baby spits up). I think having a lot of onesies is also impo...
- M. I know how you feel. My son is 13 years older than my 3 month old daughter. I had no clue of what I needed for a baby. I looked at targets website for items to see...
