basic newborn apparel checklist

 I got to this article while searching for a more comprehensive and budget friendly checklist.
With the gifts that I got from my parents and gfs, I think I can start on checking off some of these in the list. :)

http://baby-checklists.yeahbaby.com/article.php?page=62

Newborn (birth to six months) clothing checklist

This article provides a list of clothing your newborn will need to keep him/her happy and comfortable!

By the YeahBaby.com editorial staff

Before you go out and spend a truckload on clothes for your newborn, consider that clothing is a common gift at baby showers or to celebrate the birth of your child. You may also be blessed with hand-me-downs from older siblings, friends, or family. While you want the best for your child, they could care less if they are wearing Baby Polo or their cousin's clothes that don't fit anymore. Your baby will grow fast, and may only get to wear an outfit once or twice before they outgrow it or seasons change.

This list will provide you with a good start for what your newborn (birth to six months) will require for clothing.

Onesies (4 to 6)  :) Macel had given me 4 sleeveless rompers for baby already. Rompers, she deemed, looked so cute on babies that she wants our baby to have them as well. It is also efficient to use when you are to use disposable diapers.

Pants (2-3 pairs)  :) 

Pajamas and/or body bags (4 to 6)  :) Mama had bought me 6 pairs of pajama bottoms and tops (3 are short sleeves & 3 are with long sleeves)

Short-sleeve bodysuits with snaps at the crotch (4 to 6)   :) still need to buy some of these though... although with i think that it would be not necessary anymore since there are other baby clothes that they bought me that are not in this list that could very well take the place of body suits. 

Sweaters (1-2) :) since we are in the Philippines, those long sleeved shirts would work just fine. If it gets really cold, then, wrapping him in a blanket would do.

Winter coat and/or Snowsuit (during winter months) :) no winters in the Philippines!

Mittens (2 pairs during winter months) :) even though there's no winter, it has been customary in the Philippines that baby's nails are not to be cut until a month old which explains the need for mittens or gloves but the thin cotton ones would do and they have already given me a total of 5 pairs already.

Booties or socks (4 to 6 pairs) :) I already have 7 pairs of booties and 1 pair of socks which they gave me. 

Hats (2 to 3) --  :) I thought I already have 3... turns out, I only have a pair. So, I need to get at least 1 more.

Receiving blankets (3 to 5) :) they gave me 3 already.

Crib blankets (2) :) Yes, Mama bought me 2 already.

Stroller or car seat blanket --  :) Mommy (my mother-in-law) said that Dennies' cousin have a stroller to pass on to us. I wouldn't be crossing this out just yet though since it's not in our hands yet.

Diapers (10-12 per day for newborns) --  :) I have 3 cloth diapers right now and 6 little briefs (my favorite) which he can wear after the cord falls off, and 1 waterproof diaper. We'd buy more diapers soon since I won't be using disposable ones all day. We plan to use disposable diapers at night and when travelling though. So, disposable diapers are entirely not out of the list.

Burp cloths (2-3)  :) they gave me bibs already which could double as burp cloths already.Shoes are cute as an ornament or decoration, but aren't necessary until the baby is close to walking age.
If you ''inherit'' hand-me-down clothing, make sure you are clear with the donor whether they want the clothing back when your baby is done with it. If they would like it back, it is easy to create a spreadsheet on the computer containing an inventory of where clothing is to be returned when it is outgrown.

 :) It turns out that I have most of my newborn apparels at hand. Although if I were to be more comfortable with washing or laundry schedule, then, I should have more... but indeed, for someone on a budget, it doesn't hurt to have more laundry schedules for our little one for few months. We do hope he'd grow out of this clothes soon enough.

baby checklist

I got this from a baby company print out... so this is definitely more than just the basic.

It's up for us moms on a budget to choose which one is more suitable in our case. I have also posted a basic checklist previous to this.

I would try to come up with my own list as well base on my friends and mother's advise... but it still has to be proven efficient in the next months ahead.

newborn basics

apparel

□ 12 sleeveless shirts                   □ 12 short sleeved shirts

□ 6 long sleeved shirts                 □ 2-6 pajama sets / frog suits

□ 2 sweaters                               □ 4-6 receiving blankets

□ 12 abdominal binders               □ 4 bonnets/caps

□ 4-6 pairs of booties                  □ 4-6 pairs of socks

□ 4-6 waterproof plastic panties   □ 12 bibs

□ 4-6 burp pads

diapers

□ 24 birds eye                             □ 24 gauze

□ diaper clips/pins (pack)            □ nappy clamps (pack)

□ 3 packs disposable diapers

nursery linen

□ 4-6 fitted sheets                       □ 2 crib bumpers

□ 3 crib blankets (cotton, flannel, fleece or terry cloth)

□ 2 comforters                            □ sleep positioner

□ 2 pillows                                  □ 2 bolsters

□ 4 pillow cases                          □ 4 bolster cases

□ 2 waterproof sheets                 □ 2 mattress coverings

□ 4 lap pads                               □ sleeping blanket

bathing & grooming accessories

□ 4 hooded bath towels             □ rubber bath mat

□ 4 wash cloths                         □ sponge bath mat

□ sponge/mitt                            □ organizer tray

□ bath tub                                 □ 3 canisters/jar sets

□ basin                                      □ soap case

□ dipper                                    □ powder case

□ bathing support net                 □ hairbrush and comb

□ nail cutter/ scissors                 □ finger toothbrush

□ baby headband                       □ bath seat

toiletries

□ baby soap/liquid bath            □ cotton swab (roll)

□ baby shampoo                      □ cotton balls (pack)

□ baby powder                        □ cotton ear buds

□ baby oil                                □ cotton nose buds

□ baby cream                          □ petroleum jelly

□ baby cologne                       □ diaper ointment

□ baby alcohol                        □ diaper rash powder/cream

□ mosquito repellant                □ baby detergent soap

□ toothgel/wipes                     □ relief system

□ bottom care                         □ diaper rash ointment

apothecary

□ digital thermometer              □ humidifier

□ medicine spoon                   □ ice bag

□ nasal aspirator                     □ bed warmer

□ vaporizer                             □ water bag

feeding & nursing essentials

breastfeeding

□ breast pump                       □ breastfeeding pillow

□ nursing pads (box)              □ breastfeeding canopy

□ nipple shield                       □ storage bottles

□ nipple cream                      □ milk storage bags

□ soothing breast wipes

weaning

□ soft bite spoon                   □ baby bowl

□ warmer                              □ straw cup

□ food processor                  □ spout cup

bottlefeeding

□ 6-8 4 oz. feeding bottle      □ sterilizing tong

□ 6-8 8 oz. feeding bottle      □ sterilizer

□ 3 nipples                           □ sterilizer rack

□ 2 caps & rings (pair)         □ bottle keeper/holder

□ bottle brush                      □ 2 milk containers

□ nipple brush                      □ bottle warmer

□ disposable liner                 □ bottle cleanser

to be updated... more list on nursery furnishings & travel accessories.

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checklist -- basic

PREPARING FOR BABY

Getting ready for our baby's arrival on July or August is exciting! But being a first time mom, it can be confusing as well especially since I am as always and as I should be on a budget but there's the temptation to splurge indeed.

Anyway, our new OB provided us with a prenatal care book which includes a page of a basic checklist.

And yes, I am to check off items as I shop or get them as dole outs from friends who had just their bundle of joy as well.

I'd copy it down here.

Prepare a plane in your home for the baby.

□ Sleeping area (crib or bassinet/cradle)

□ Place for clothes and supplies

Clothing

□ 5-7 undershirts or 'onesies'

□ 1-2 hats/bonnets

□ 1-2 sets of baby washcloths and towels

□ 3-4 dozen newborn diapers (plus 3-4 waterproof pants and diaper clips if using cloth diapers)

□ 4-6 receiving blankets

□ 2-3 pairs of booties or socks (you won't need shoes until he is walking well)

□ 2 washable bibs

□ 4-6 cotton diapers to use as burp rags

□ 3-4 fitted sheets

□ 2 crib blankets

□ 1-2 blankets for the carriage or stroller

*Be sure to wash all baby clothes, bedding, towels and washcloths in baby detergent before using.

Feeding Supplies

□ 4-6 baby bottles (4 and 8 ounces)

□ bottle brush

□ nursing bra

□ nursing/breast pump

Other basic items that you may need include:

□ pacifier if you choose to use one (choose a one piece, silicone model with a soft nipple and has a shield that is at least 1.5 inches wide)

□ infant carrier

□ 1 nasal suction bulb

□ thermometer

□ 1 stroller, carriage or combination of stroller/carriage

□ 1 front pack or back pack to carry your baby until he is 5-6mos old

□ 1 diaper bag

□ 1 calibrated spoon, medicine dropper or oral syringe for giving medicine

□ baby bath tub

□ diaper rash ointment and/or petroleum jelly