Newborn Essentials

Newborn essentials checklist

Basics undergarments

• 4-6 bodysuits - soft cotton all-in-ones to wear underneath coveralls for extra warmth or on their own in warmer weather
• 10 singlets - the most basic of newborn essentials

Comfort and sleep

• 6 coveralls - soft stretchy coveralls are perfect for sleeping and daywear. Your bub will live in these for the first 3 months at least
• 2-4 nightgowns - Nightgowns are very important in the first few days before the cord falls off. Soft cotton nightgowns mean there are no buttons rubbing against the belly

Essential outfits

• 3-6 basic outfits - for out and about. You'll most likely be given some lovely baby outfits from family and friends, so we recommend adding some basics to your layette

Other important stuff

• 2 beanies - a little bit of extra warmth and coziness. Important for outdoors in cooler or windy weather
• 6 socks and booties - keep those little toesies warm
• 2 blankets - there are endless uses for these; wrap bub up for sleeping, use when breast-feeding for modesty or to keep bub from wriggling, use as an extra layer in the pram
• lots of nappies!