8 Must Haves for the New Mom and the New Born

8 Must Haves for the New Mom and the New Born
By: Kim Hart

Pregnancy is probably one of the most beautiful times in a woman's life. Gathering essential care products for both mom and baby bring a sense of comfort and ease to the stress of being a new mother.

A mom-to-be may ask: How will it change my life? What will my post pregnancy body look like? Will I be able to give my baby the best care? What are the necessary and best baby & mom products that I need to buy? What things should I have ready when the baby comes home? And so on.

To prepare for your new arrival, plan for what will take place first. From packing your overnight bag for the hospital, to making sure diapers are stocked up at home.

Being organized will make bringing home your baby stress free. Are you ready?

•Seasonal Clothing Items: Make sure that you have enough clothing for several changes throughout the day. Between eating and diaper changes, messes can be expected. Stock up on booties, socks & soft soled shoes to keep their little toes warm and prepare for seasons coming to keep up with your growing little one.
•Baby Hygiene & Skin Care Items: For Bath time - A bath basin, a big bottle each of tear free shampoo, body soap (liquid is more convenient). After Bath- Set of towels, body lotion. Diaper Change - Diapers, wipes, diaper rash cream, diaper changing pads.
•Z'zzzzzz Time Items: Crib bedding set, extra set of crib sheets, pillows, blankets, swaddlers, sleeping sacks (many babies sleep very comfortably in these).
•Playtime Items: Soft items and stuffed animals can be great beginning toys and having soothing bedtime music and mobiles hanging over the crib. Reading to your baby at any age is beneficial, so having plenty of books on hand will prepare you story time for years to come. As your baby is able to touch & hold items, look for fun & educational toys.
•Diaper Bag: This is your baby survival kit. You'll take this everywhere you and your baby go. Keep it stocked with diapers, wipes, extra set of clothes, diaper rash cream, sets of colic free feeding bottles, changing pad, handy baby food (finger foods or fruit sauces), extra pacifiers (if your baby uses one) & the latest copy of baby's medical record & shots. Choose a chic & trendy diaper bag to match your style and make toting your gear fun & functional.
• Miscellaneous Baby items: Pacifiers, thermometer, nail cutter, nail filers, syringe, comb, and doctor permitted over the counter medicines for late night emergencies and video or audio baby monitors to keep a watch on your little one even when you are in another room.
•Skin Care for Moms Items: Nourish your body 2-3 times a day with ultra rich skin lotions & creams. Slather on special belly creams and body butter to help promote your skin's natural elasticity.
•Breastfeeding Items: With the arrival of your new addition you'll most likely have family and friends visiting often. A nursing cover or sling will provide you with the privacy to discreetly nurse your baby whether you're at home, with guests, or out running errands. Nursing covers can be found in beautiful fabrics & prints that will look & feel great on.

About the Author:
Kim Hart is a new mom. Her main interest is helping new moms get organized and comfortable. She suggests favorite essentials such as theHooter Hider nursing cover when running errands, staying chic with designer diaper bags and a baby sling carrier for mobility and alleviating back stress.