When buying things for your baby-to-be, you need to take a couple things into consideration. What are things that will sooth a baby, or will give them a space which promotes good sleep? Are there things you want your baby to be introduced to right away? What is the ideal space for nursing? Are the necessities accessible? The list goes on and on about what to get when making a nursery, and getting things baby will need.

Things that you should get asap:

Crib with all the crib bedding
Changing table or pad
Diaper bin
Car seat
Diapers and wipes
Diaper rash cream
Diaper bag
Clothing
Bath and bath items
Breast feeding items
Bottle feeding items
Medicines
Misc. such as pacifiers



When picking a crib, you can go with the reliable cheap type if you are short on money, or can go with a really stylish reliable type to enhance the look of your nursery. Most parents are able to find a stylish type of crib that they like, and that is affordable from places such as Babies R Us, JCPenny, Target, etc. There are types of cribs that convert from crib to bed for toddlers as they go, which will save you money from having to buy a whole new bed as they age. They can come equipped with drawers or built in changing tables. Most cribs do not come with mattresses, so be sure to get a mattress that is comfortable but has good support for baby. Don't forget the crib linens, sheets, waterproof mattress pads, and light blankets. It's best to have two of each of those so they are interchangeable for easy to wash convenience!

Diapers are things that babies need more of than almost anything. You can choose either cloth diapers which are washable and reusable, and cut down on the waste in the trash, or you can choose the disposable diapers you see lining every baby isle in every store. Disposable diapers are higher in cost, but also higher in convenience. No washing or drying, just changing and disposing of. Huggies is a popular type, but has been rated high in cost, OK in durability, bad in sponge factor. However, the comfort level of Huggies is high, as is the safety, and you can get them with little Disney characters decorating the front. Pampers ratings are better than that of Huggies. While the cost is still high, the sponge factor is excellent, and the soft stick tabs don't have sharp edges like some, and go high up on the diaper, so is less likely to touch you child. Luvs however, pretty much wins in term of price to quality ratio. The price of Luvs are lower than the other two popular brand, but the sponge factor is still excellent, and the durability, comfort level, and safety all rank a good or better. Determine what brand of diaper works best for your baby.

Car seats are one of the most, if not the most important thing you will buy for your newborn. You aren't even allowed to leave the hospital unless your car is equipped with one. Choose one that your child wont be able to open by themselves, something that fits baby, and is safe and easy to use. Metal parts can become hot on the seat if they've been sitting in the sun, so make sure the metal bits can be touched when baby is latched into the seat to prevent burns. Are the straps comfortable? Comfort is something that must be taken into consideration as well as safety. If your baby is uncomfortable in the seat you have purchased, take it back and get a new one that is more comfortable. If you don't, you will have an uncomfortable, fussy baby on your hands!


If you are having others buy you baby items, make sure you tell them what types of each thing you would like to have for your baby and discuss the concerns about the items they have purchased if you are worried about the safety or comfort about any of them. Remember, you are your child's advocate. You as the parent have to make sure everything for baby is safe and comfortable to insure a healthy happy baby!