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Baby Essentials Checklist

Everything you need for your little one, organised by category. Here's a free preview.

⭐ Start here — the 3 must-haves

If you buy nothing else first, get these three — for safe sleep, safe travel, and easy days out.

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Clothing

Bodysuits / onesies (newborn & 0-3m) Essential expecting Soft, easy-to-change basics — stock a few sizes ahead.

Sleepsuits Essential newborn Comfortable all-in-ones for sleeping.

Mittens, booties & hats newborn Keeps tiny hands, feet and heads warm.

Growth-stage clothing (6-12m) 6-12m Refresh the wardrobe as baby grows out of newborn sizes.

First shoes 12m+ Soft-soled shoes for when baby starts standing and walking.

Diapering & Bath

Newborn diapers Essential expecting Stock a starter pack — sizes change quickly in the early weeks.

Wipes (fragrance-free) Essential expecting For nappy changes and quick clean-ups.

Changing mat Essential expecting A wipeable, padded surface for nappy changes.

Nappy rash cream Essential newborn Shop Bathing & Skincare → Soothes and protects sensitive skin.

Baby bath tub newborn Shop Bathing & Skincare → Supportive tub sized for newborns and infants.

Hooded towels newborn Shop Bathing & Skincare → Soft towels that help keep baby warm after a bath.

Feeding

Bottles and teats (assorted sizes) Essential expecting For formula, expressed milk, or mixed feeding.

Burp cloths (5-6) Essential newborn Shop Feeding & Mealtime → For spit-ups during and after feeds.

Bottle steriliser newborn Shop Feeding & Mealtime → Steam or microwave steriliser for cleaning feeding gear.

High chair Essential 6-12m For starting solids — look for an easy-clean design.

Baby-safe bowls, spoons & bibs Essential 6-12m For introducing first foods.

Sippy cups 12m+ For transitioning off bottles.

Health & Safety

Digital thermometer Essential newborn For monitoring temperature when baby is unwell.

Baby nail scissors or file newborn For safely trimming tiny nails.

Socket covers and corner guards 6-12m Basic baby-proofing as baby starts moving.

Stair gates 6-12m Restricts access to stairs once crawling begins.

Sleep & Nursery

Crib or bassinet ★ MUST-HAVE Essential expecting A safe, firm sleep surface meeting current safety standards.

Fitted crib sheets (2-3) Essential expecting Breathable, snug-fitting sheets — avoid loose bedding.

Swaddles or sleep sacks Essential newborn Helps newborns settle and signals bedtime.

Baby monitor newborn Shop Nursery & Bedding → Audio or video monitor for keeping an ear on naps.

Night light 0-6m Shop Nursery & Bedding → Soft, dim light for night feeds and changes.

Travel & Outdoors

Infant car seat ★ MUST-HAVE Essential expecting Shop Car Seats → Rear-facing seat appropriate for newborns — needed before hospital discharge.

Stroller / pram ★ MUST-HAVE Essential expecting For walks and outings — consider fold size for your lifestyle.

Baby carrier or sling newborn Hands-free carrying for short trips and settling baby.

Changing bag expecting Shop Baby Gear & Travel → Organised storage for nappies, wipes and spares when out.

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