So a lot of new moms have been asking me, "What do I really need for a baby? I mean, all these products just can't be necessary, right?" Well, actually, you need more than you realize but it's not all the fun stuff... The things you don't know you will need are the things for a mess you haven't experienced yet, to help you survive the weeks of 2hour-a-night-sleep, or the type or product that will work according to how your living habits are with your partner... Those are the reasons you might need those items. Even more so, babies' needs and capabilities change every so many weeks that what might work initially, won't work in the next month, and therefore, you will be drastically looking for a new item to fit that change once it comes - it might be easier to have it already on hand... In order to explain it as best I can to the new mom (or dad) who doesn't know, I made a list of the items I used with my babies. Each item soon will have an explanation as to WHY it was helpful, when it no longer was helpful, and where to find it in Hawaii (or by brand online). Hopefully, this helps to ease the overwhelming surprise of after-baby-is-born #IWishWeKnewThisBeforehand...

For Newborn Baby:

The Things They Used the Most

swaddle blankets
burp cloths
mittens
hats
socks

Clothes - The Basics

t-shirts (the button open kind, not pull over)
onesies
pajamas (that have full button openings for both legs instead of just one side)
crib shoes

Carriers, Carseats, & Strollers

baby wraps
slings
Ergo & infant insert
infant carseat
carseat strap cushions
stroller (that works with the infant carseat)
double stroller for two babies
baby tent for beach

Diapering

diapers (Disposable with "pee line", organics, cloth)
wipes
spray bottle with water to use with diaper changes (especially girls)
the bum cleaner sprays like the Honest and Mustela.
baby powder
changing mats

Bathing

baths
infant inserts
shampoo (special one for croup)
baby wash
wash cloths
towels (breathable)

Sleepers & Hangouts

Crib
Playpen
"Bobby" chair cushion
co-sleepers
Floor Mats
swings & bouncers

Hygiene

nail clippers & files
hair brush
alcohol prep swab (belly button)
baby lotions & oils
gum cleaners

Medicines & Relievers

Motrin
teething pills
gum tethers
rash creme
supplements (in breastmilk or direct)

Toys

play mat
crib mobile
rattle
stuffed animal
carseat mobile
tummy time bolster

Feeding

bottles for feeding
nutrition supply for breastfeeders
bottle cooler bag (for daycare or outings)
formula options

For Mom:

Sentimentals

a baby record book
hand printing set or belly mask
higher phone storage
baby app
Baby Photoshoot

Breastfeeding

House Cleaners

house cleaners (safe)
toilet cleaners (safe)
dishwasher cleaners (safe)
laundry detergent (safe)
stain spray (safe)

Daily Help Items for Mom

diaper bag
water bottles (stock up)
waterproof laundry bag (soiled clothing)
separate diaper trash
car mirror
crockpot
robo vaccumn
pre-made smoothie
automatic coffee maker

Recovery Help for Afterbirth

bed liners
thick pads
prenatal vitamins
body oil
body butter
full big panties
breast pads
bras with strong support (Body by Victoria)
Yoga
massage
spray-bottle for water (in bathroom)

Products for 0-3 months