A birth will always be one of the most important events in the life of parents! Whether it is the first, second or third, the love that comes with the birth of a baby is infinite.
However, the birth of the first baby remains an important and stressful step: the quest for perfection is often sought. You want your baby to lack nothing but you can also be overwhelmed by events.
Indeed, becoming parents means a lot, it starts with becoming responsible for a being, the fruit of your unconditional love sometimes! You oscillate between extreme happiness and stress of not being up to par.
To do this, count on the undeniable support of your loved ones, family and friends. The experience they can share with you can only be beneficial to you, but each pregnancy and each birth is unique.
Becoming parents also means acquiring a lot of equipment that will be essential on a daily basis for baby but also for you.
However, if the prices can scare you, think about second-hand on sites such as leboncoin or vinted! Also, don't hesitate to ask your family and friends who may have equipment available for your baby.
In addition, it is becoming more and more common to draw up a birth list that you will share with your loved ones, something to unite to prepare for the arrival of the baby in the best possible conditions and allow the future parents to breathe!
In this article, we're going to look at a list of baby MUST-HAVEs. Those things you absolutely must have for when your baby is born.
The baby's room: equipment and furniture
– First, the base of the base: the bed, the main element of the room which will guarantee (or not) baby sweet dreams and sweet nights!
To choose the best baby bed, and also think about future expenses due to the fact that baby grows (too) quickly, why not turn to a choice of evolving furniture? This type of furniture can generally accompany baby until 6-7 years old, enough to delight your wallet!
– Secondly, a changing table is also essential to change baby comfortably.
Often, this is combined with a chest of drawers or even a wardrobe in which you can store baby's clothes and toys.
Who says changing table, obviously says diapers! Opt for bulk purchases!
– Then, to maximize baby's sleep and therefore also maximize your sleep as young parents! Getting a sleeping bag is obviously essential, a baby monitor will also be very useful since it will allow you to keep a permanent eye on baby. Finally, to calm baby during big upsets that may persist, buying a night light could be your best ally! There are a multitude of them these days: varied colors and music, there is something for everyone.
Baby bath
This stage is often a special moment between a mother or father and their baby. It is generally a calm moment filled with complicity that you will savor!
To make this moment a timeless moment, it is important that you equip yourself with a bathtub made especially for you:
– There are different types of bathtubs: rigid, foldable, on feet or even integrated into your changing table. Choose the one that you will be most comfortable with!
– To wash your baby, use a mild soap so as not to harm their beautiful and fragile little skin. In addition, a thermometer will also be essential because the temperature of your baby's bath must not exceed 37 degrees. Adults do not feel the same way when it is hot! And finally, the last essential for washing your baby, bath linen such as a cape with a hood for example!
Baby food
The first days or even months of your baby's life will be punctuated by sleep and meals.
However, you may or may not choose to breastfeed.
Breastfeeding, in addition to being a special moment filled with complicity with your baby, turns out to be much less expensive! In addition, many studies agree that breast milk contributes to the development of baby's immune defenses.
– To breastfeed, your essentials can vary according to your needs: indeed, to maximize your comfort, opt for comfortable nursing pillows. In addition, you may be irritated, investing in a rich cream will help you! Finally, if you are still active while breastfeeding your baby, buying or renting a breast pump will be a great help!
– If you choose not to breastfeed, the preparation in advance is a little more important: you will need to invest in 4/5 bottles, and to make it easier to prepare them when traveling, investing in a box with compartments for the doses of milk will be very useful!
It will also be important to make sure you always have a pack of mineral water suitable for baby's diet (Evian for example). The same goes for powdered milk, having a pot in advance can help you in your daily organization!
Finally, a sterilizer will be important in order to eliminate microorganisms and guarantee bacteria-free and healthy bottles for baby!
The walks
To be able to get some fresh air with baby, make sure you have these 3 essentials.
– If you have a car, investing in a car seat will guarantee you several years of peace of mind with your baby in the car: convertible car seats are recommended since they can be kept until your baby is 4 years old!
– For outdoor walks: a stroller, a baby carrier or even a sharing scarf will be very useful!
– In addition, purchasing a travel cot will allow you to put baby to bed when you are outside!
– Finally, the diaper bag will be your most faithful companion for many months. It will follow you everywhere, whether it's during your shopping, getaways to friends or family, it will be essential and I would even say MANDATORY. It is important that you always make sure that it is stocked with everything you need before leaving in order to avoid unpleasant surprises!
This exhaustive list may seem long to you, but don't worry, everything comes with practice. Becoming parents is a step in life, but it is also a wonderful thing in which you will invest yourself fully and baby will be the happiest by your side!
Don't forget to count on your loved ones and ask all your questions to people who have already experienced these moments.