Newborn Checklist
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- Clothes
- Babygros (all in one jumpsuit with feet) - size 0-3 months and size 3-6 months.
- Shortsleeved bodysuits for summer - size 0-3 months and size 3-6 months.
- Bibs in sizes small.
- Hats - sun hats or warm winter hats with ear-laps.
- Mittens (optional) scratch mittens, or warm winter ones.
- Jackets, cardigans/sweaters- to keep the chill off your baby in air conditioned rooms or in the winter.
- Wraps- multi purpose (used for partial shade, breastfeeding shawl as well as wrapping baby).
- Nappy storage area.
- Nappy disposal system.
- Cloth nappies or small hand towels to place under baby on change mat (for comfort as the plastic is cold).
- Nappy rash cream.
- Bath Items
- Facecloths.
- Safety cotton buds, wider buds that cannot be pushed too far into the ear.
- Baby shampoo.
- Bath thermometer.
- Hooded towels.
- Baby lotion.
- Bedtime
- Bassinette mattress protector, sheets, Blankets (cotton or flannelette depending on season and home temperature).
- Cot sheet sets, 2 mattress protectors, heavy blankets are not reccomended due to the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
- Mobile.
- Baby monitor.
- Lamp/night light.
- Items For Mom
- Lansinoh cream and nipple guards for sore nipples.
- Feeding cloth.
- Nursing pads.
- General and First Aid
- Rattles/suitable soft toys for newborn babies.
- Playmat/playgym.
- Bouncer/rocker.
- Decorations for nursery, wall stickers, border.
- Pram toys.
- Washing powder and fabric softener for sensitive skin.
- Nappies Newborn size 0-5kg - disposable or cloth.
- Thermometer.
- Saline spray for unblocking babies nose.
- Saline drops for cleaning sticky eyes.
- Nail clipper or scissors.
- Feeding
- Bottles 125 ml 0-3 months; 260 ml 3 months+
- Slow or regular flow nipple only.
- Bottle brush.
- Sterilizing equipment.
- Breast pump.
- Pillow while nursing to support baby.
- Baby bottle.
- Out and About
- Nappy bag.
- Portable change mat.
- Plastic bags to dispose of wet cloths, nappies etc.
- Toys to amuse baby.
- Bottles.
- Portable formula container.
- Water.
- Bibs.
- Spare cloths for baby.
- Warm jacket and hat.
- Nappies, wipes and cream.
- Rain cover for stroller.
- Thermos to carry warm water for bottles.
- Spare nipples for bottles.
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Presented by:
Laura Cooper Peterson
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Who it's for
This Newborn Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Newborn essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Newborn structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Newborn Checklist
- Save Newborn Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Newborn (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.
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