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No Bullsh*t Baby Essentials
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items Buying baby items as a first time mum is overwhelming! For me these are the best things I bought. No regrets. Feel free to leave comments and questions!
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At Home
Feeding
Changing
On The Go
Sleeping
Clothes
At Home
Both my babies love this swing. It plays music, vibrates and swings at different speeds.
Fisher-Price Take-Along Swing & Seat - BIG W
Developed to grow with your child and includes development tips for each stage.
The Play Gym
Most baby accessories last a hot minute, but this one transitions with your baby from newborn to toddler so definitely worth the investment. It's easy to get cheaper ones, but they don't have as much support for the newborn phase.
Evolve 3 in 1 Bouncer - Light Grey
There's a reason people rave about these. I had a cheaper baby lounge to keep on the couch and the baby just didn't care for it. Although, it's one of those things they do really only use for a short amount of time. I always recommend putting expensive items on your baby registry, and this is one of those.
DockATot Deluxe+ Baby Nest - Cloud Grey
Doesn't matter if you have 1 or 10 of these. You'll use them all. Babies love them like you a new mum loves sleep.
Sophie the Giraffe Teething Toy
Yes it looks like unicorn vomit but babies love it. It also growth with them, where as a lot of play gyms only have a useful life as long as the baby is on their back.
Fisher Price Kick 'n' Play Activity Gym - Assorted
Steraliser, bottle warmer and bottles in one pack. So handy.
Tommee Tippee Essential Starter Kit Black Gen3
Feeding
Everything you need for feeding
I have huge boobs and my back was toast after three days feeding with no pillow. It’s not that aesthetically pleasing but this saved me!
My Brest Friend | Baby Bunting AU
If you've got a baby who vomits you'll probably need two packs!
Big Softies Cotton Nappies 12 Piece Set, White
First few weeks MVP! There's so much going on in those first few weeks. Working out how to pump is just another thing, but if you're feeding you can just pop this on the side you're not feeding and it will automatically collect for you. Which is great if you just need to... Love love love!
Haakaa Silicone Breastfeeding Manual Breast Pump
Bottle cleaner and drying rack. Must have!
Boon Feeding Starter Bundle
Crowd favourite pump
Spectra S2 Hospital Grade Double Electric Breast Pump
As good as spectra but quieter and smaller
The ONE Double Electric Breast Pump - Starter Pack
Portable breast pump
The Ella Breast Pump
Not a must have, but it is convenient if you get as a gift!
Portable Bottle Warmer
Don't forget these! You can't use regular ziplocks!
Swisspers Breast Milk Storage Bags 20 Pack
Changing
Best nappy and nappy goods!
Use my code NIKKI35 for $35 off your first box if you're a new subscriber. Eco Friendly Disposable Nappies. So good to not have to feel guilty about using disposables 😅
Comfy Koalas
Sure it's an unsexy purchase, but this stuff is magic. One I'd recommend to subscribe and save with on Amazon.
Sudocrem Healing Cream 400g
One for the baby registry. They're not cheap, but the ability to wipe them down instead of having to wash a material mat is so convenient when you have a million other newborn things to worry about is nice!
Leander Change Mat - Wood Rose
On The Go
The ultimate pram. There's a reason everyone has it. Fits two bbies and has huge storage space underneath for your lazy dog.
Uppababy Vista V2 Stroller Charcoal Melange / Silver / ...
Buy this once you have the beb so you can try it on. But it's a handy one when you need both your hands and cbf with a whole pram
BabyBjorn Baby Carrier Mini Black | Baby Bunting AU
Fits into overhead luggage. This is a dream travel pram!
Joolz AER Stroller (Grey)
Watching this pram fold into carry on luggage gave me full body chills (What is my life?) But it's amazing.
Silver Cross Jet 3 Black
I love this baby bag. It has plenty of pockets, heaps of space and also comes with a change mat for out and about changes.
Multi Pocket Baby Bag
Sleeping
My favourite accessories that helped me navigate the Mt Everest that is baby sleep.
Does it work? I don't know but I get good sleep stretches with it on.
Tommee Tippee Grofriend Ollie The Owl Rechargeable ...
Probably my number 1. It's so hard to work out how many layers a baby needs at night! This is such a helpful guide, plus it provides a nice amount of light for middle of the night changes.
Tommee Tippee Gro Egg 2 | toddler | Baby Bunting AU
It's the wheels that make the difference. Not only can you move your baby to other rooms but you can rock them to sleep.
Kaylula Co Sleep Cradle
Every baby sleeps differently, so my advice is not to buy heaps of these before the baby is born! But if you've got a banby who sleeps up arms, these are the aboslute best! Higher the tog, the warmer they are.
Love To Dream Swaddle Up 3.5 Tog Moonlight Olive Newborn
You'll be out of newborn sleep suits before you know it! For the arms free stage I absolutely want one that has arms for the winter weather! These are one of my favourites.
Love To Dream Sleeping Bag 3.5 Tog South Pole Dusty Pink 6-18 Months
These are so warm and thick! Another favourite for the winter sleep suits.
Ergopouch Jersey Sleeping Bag Long Sleeve 3.5 Tog Golden 3-12M
Things to look for in a white noise machine: volume control, white noise, timer. Tick, Tick, Tick and it's a bargain.
Project Nursery Portable Sound Soother, white
Clothes
Zips zips zips. Don't go overboard on new clothes because babies grow SO QUICK!
Bonds onesies 👌 zip from the bottom so you can change without undressing them completely. Good quality too. They run a bit big but I just find that means they last a bit longer before growing out of them.
Bonds Unisex-baby Zippy - Terry Poodlette Zip
Yeah little sets are cute, but with everything else going on with a baby having practical clothes is one less thing to worry about! These are the best!
Bonds Baby Zippy - Cotton Blend Zip Wondersuit
I always thought these bibs were silly. They're not protecting the clothes from food, but they're not for food! They're for drool and baby vomit! It's nice to have a few coloured ones that match your outfit or onesie, but if you're wearing them everyday, these are great basics!
Dymples Newborn Bibs 5 Pack - White | BIG W
For Mum
Don't forget about yourself! Looking after yourself allows you to best look after your new beb!
While you spend half of your days feeding you're going to need something to do. A kindle's a great option so you don't have to turn on a lap when you need blackout for the baby
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (32 GB)
If you have a vaginal birth this is so great for cleaning afterwards!
Ergonomic Perineal & C-Section Wash Bottle
No matter your birth route, it's likely gonna be a bloody mess afterward. These are so comfy and you don't have to worry about the pad moving and leaking. They've heaps of coverage. Also important to remember these are designed for PP. Incontinence u...
Disposable Postpartum Underwear
I don't sleep in it. I live in it. Whether it's from walking outside or dry hospital air, I always had dry lips!
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask 20g
If you get a new scent for body wash you can use it for your first shower and then associate it with your birth. I didn't do it but I love the idea.
Aesop A Rose by Any Other Name Body Cleanser 100mL
If you don't have time for all your skincare, this is a great all rounder. It's really hydrating and has both Hylauranic Acid and Niacinamide.
Summer Fridays - Jet Lag Mask