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New Baby Essentials Checklist
Everything you need before baby arrives. Registry essentials, nursery setup, hospital bag, and newborn care basics.
🛏️ Nursery Essentials
- ○Crib (meets safety standards)
- ○Firm mattress + fitted sheets
- ○Baby monitor
- ○White noise machine
- ○Blackout curtains
- ○Changing table or pad
- ○Diaper pail
- ○Dresser for clothes
- ○Nightlight (soft glow)
🍼 Feeding
- ○Bottles (start with 4-6)
- ○Bottle brush
- ○Formula (if needed)
- ○Nursing pillow
- ○Breast pump (if breastfeeding)
- ○Burp cloths
- ○Bibs
- ○Bottle drying rack
🧷 Diapering
- ○Newborn diapers (don't overbuy!)
- ○Size 1 diapers (stock up on these)
- ○Wipes (unscented)
- ○Diaper cream
- ○Changing pad liners
- ○Diaper bag (well-organized)
👶 Clothing (Newborn)
- ○Onesies (short + long sleeve)
- ○Sleepers / footie pajamas
- ○Socks / booties
- ○Hats
- ○Mittens (scratch prevention)
- ○Swaddle blankets
🚗 Gear & Travel
- ○Infant car seat (install early!)
- ○Stroller (compatible with car seat)
- ○Baby carrier / wrap
- ○Portable changing pad
- ○Car mirror to see baby
🛁 Bath & Health
- ○Baby bathtub
- ○Hooded towels
- ○Baby wash / shampoo
- ○Soft washcloths
- ○Baby nail clippers
- ○Digital thermometer
- ○Infant Tylenol (for later)
- ○Nasal aspirator
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does the New Baby Essentials Checklist include?
This checklist contains 42 specific items organized into 6 categories: 🛏️ Nursery Essentials, 🍼 Feeding, 🧷 Diapering, and more. Example items include Crib (meets safety standards), Firm mattress + fitted sheets, Baby monitor.
How do I use this checklist effectively?
1) Copy the list to your free Honeydew account. 2) Review all 42 items and remove any that don't apply to your situation. 3) Add any personal items unique to your needs. 4) Share with family members to divide responsibilities. 5) Check off items as you complete them.
Why use a checklist for new baby essentials?
Checklists reduce forgotten items by 30-50% according to productivity research. This 42-item list was curated to cover common needs across 6 categories. The average user customizes 10-20% of items for their specific situation.