essentials for the first year? My list.

Products your baby will need. (In the first year)
 

Baby clothes. Size newborn you don't need as much as you think sometimes you don' t need any at all. but you can't tell until you have the baby. Always have the next size up ready babies grow really fast. It's better to be prepared and have to many then not enough.

Hats and mittens. A warm hat in the winter that covers her ears and a floppy hat for summer, I always use a hat after bath time to keep my babies head warm. Mittens are always good to have so your baby don't scratch herself and her hands stay warm. 

Pajamas/Sleepers. I have a million PJs my daughter loves them she plays with the designs on her feet. A must have if you as me.

Swaddle. I never used one i tried but my daughter found a way out of  them. So I just made sure she had warm clothes on and was close to me. Swaddles are good but I don' t think a must have but others disagree so that's why it's on my list.


Diapering. Never run out of diapers or wipes. It's a priority to stay stocked with them. I Use LUVs them seem to work best for me no rash and it never leaks. You need diapers and wipes. 

People say you need a changing table but if you can't afford it don't worry i survived without one and I was fine I got a cheap blanket laid it on the floor or table and presto. No need to spend money if you don't have to.

 Baby gear. 
My number one item is CAR SEAT. You can't even leave the hospital without one. 
My next is stroller your baby needs to see the outdoors.
I think a walker a Boppy and a bouncer are the must have for toys.

 Breastfeeding and bottle feeding.
Breastfeeding accessories: Lanolin ointment (available in many drugstores) can help relieve sore nipples. And hot/cold gel packs, which fit inside your bra, can soothe swollen or sore breasts. It's normal for your breasts to leak while you're nursing, and disposable breast pads – or reusable, washable ones – will keep you and your shirts nice and dry. Also a Boppy feeding pillow.

Bottle feeding: Bottles (6 to 12), Burp clothes, Formula, Bottle cleaning brush (2), Bibs.

Feeding(4 to 6 months)
Highighchair: one that is easy to clean and has wheels are the best.
Bowls and spoons: Some people like bowls with suction cups on the bottom, they help bowl falling off the highchair. Spoons should either be plastic or have a rubber tip.
Bibs: About 3 to 5.
Sippy cups: For easy drinking without spilling...

Baby soothers, Toys, and entertainment.
Pacifier: I have 10 to 15 which is alot. I say about 5 to 8 you will need.
Books: I love reading to my baby books are a must here are books babies love.
http://www.babycenter.com/0_our-favorite-board-books_5588.bc
Toys: Rattles, Musical toys, and soft toys.
Play mat: It helps them learn to lift there head and hand eye coordination.

Sleeping.
Crib and mattress: Find one best for you one you like.
Bedding:  All you really need are about three to five fitted crib sheets and perhaps a waterproof crib mattress pad. In fact, the bumpers, pillows, quilts, and soft blankets that often come with baby bedding sets shouldn't go in your baby's crib because they increase the risk of  SIDS.http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/sleep/sids.html
Blankets: I have at least 8 blankets one for play time on the floor and one for the car. I like to switch it up.
  
Safety.
Safety Gates: If you have stairs, invest in safety gates for the top and bottom. You can also use a gate to block off areas of the house that might be perilous, such as the bathroom or your office.
Outlet covers: Exposed outlets are an almost irresistible attraction to curious explorers. Keep them covered
Toliet seat locks: Babies can drown in as little as 2 inches of water, so keep your baby and his toys out of the toilet with a lock.
Cupboard and drawer latches: babies love getting into everything so keep you baby away from chemicals and pots and pans by using a lock.

Health and safety kits.
First aid kit: Always have one with you even a small one for days your on the go babies always are bumping into things and getting into everything so better safe then sorry.
teething toys:Chewing on these help your baby with teething and keeps them determined to get the toy.
Baby nail clippers: I clip my daughters nails twice a week she scratches herself all the time this is a must have...





 


 

Old baby clothes

Exchanging baby clothes for a different size. 

I take mine to a local baby boutique and trade them for store credit. I keep getting clothes from friends that don't fit my daughter, I feel bad that she can't wear them but trading works so you get a new outfit either way.

It's ok to trade clothes as long as the clothes are in great condition..

Baby photography 101

Photography tip for you and your baby. 

Click on picture to enlarge them.

This picture says it all lighting heating and baby...

How to prop the baby so you can take your amazing pictures.

Good luck hope this helped...

Vomiting a lot more then normal.

Sorry I have not posed in a month but no one has asked me about anything until tonight..

Vomiting a lot more then normal...


A friend asked me how i deal with my daughter vomiting almost everything she eats. She said her 2 week old son is doing the same thing. I told her what the doctors told me. 

As long as the baby is gaining weight and seems happy there is nothing to worry about most babies out grow it within a few weeks some it takes months it just depends.

My daughter is still doing it at 4 1/2 months olds and it just doesn't seem normal to me but the doctors ran tests and they found nothing.