Basic equipment for the baby ? a handy checklist

• When do I have to take care of the initial equipment?
• Baby Clothing: What should I watch out for?
• Checklist for baby clothes
• Checklist for baby care
• Checklist for the nursery
• Baby seat and co.: You need this on the way
• Nutrition: breastfeeding or bottle?
• What do I need in the childbed?
• What is the initial cost?
• Request support from the state

Finally all of them sugar sweet little baby clothes shopping for the baby - expectant mothers during pregnancy especially. A shopping spree is inevitable and if then the pregnancy hormones Unfold their full effect, there is no stopping them - by the way, even with the expectant grandmothers.

It does not take a baby so much. Many rompers never go to the cupboard because they areimpractical or just after 2-3 weeks again too small are. Therefore, it makes sense to rethink in advance which acquisitionsreally necessary are. Finally, an initial supply also costs a lot of money.

Tip: Get one checklistWhat you really need and what is optional. Often you can also get some Borrow things from family and friends, instead of spending unnecessarily much money.

When do I have to take care of the baby equipment?

From the fifth month you can start so slowly with the errands. Who does not want to buy everything new, clicks through relaxed Classifieds and online flea marketsto find a good deal. Since babies have their own will and are happy to be born before the calculated date, it makes sense the most important things up to 36th week of pregnancyto have ready.

Baby clothes: comfortable in front of the stylish

• Basically applies to children's clothing: Main thing convenient, Although mini jeans and ruffled dresses look cute on babies, they are not suitable for everyday use. On special occasions but you can of course make even the smallest chic.
• Since babies can not keep their body temperature so well on their own, it is important that the clothes are your childnice and warm holds. So that your sweetheart does not cool, you should always one Cap and a baby jacket have along.
• Also, most newborns do not like it at all if you pull the sweater or bodysuit over your head.Baby bodysuits and wrap sweaters here are the solution.
• at one-splitters, such as rompers or pajamas, you should be careful that they are in the Step to the button otherwise you will have to remove your baby completely every time you wrap That could cause quite a stir on the changing table - even with the parents.

Pure nature and second hand

Baby clothes have to endure a lot. chair spots Especially at the beginning are not uncommon and the body turns then sometimes one or the other extra round in the washing machine. Therefore, bodies, sweaters and pants should also be included 60 ° C washable his.

Babies feel particularly comfortable in natural materials, Next cotton, are especially Wool and silk great fabrics for bodysuits and rompers. For example, wool has a natural feel Self-cleaning function and regulated your child's body temperature. Silk is especially effective on hot summer days cooling, But beware when washing! Here is Handwash hip, trendy, popular.

Apropros laundry: New clothing, please several times before putting on wash without fabric softener, That removedPollutants and allergensthat can otherwise be absorbed through the skin. Or simply Buy second hand fashion online, This is not only cheap, but also good for your baby and the environment. 

Where can you find used baby clothes?

• In the circle of friends and acquaintances
• Classified
• look for offers online (ebay for example)
• Children's flea market

tip: Buy best first only Size 50/56 and 62/68 and let you give bigger things.

Baby Primer Checklist: Clothing

• 6 changing cotton or wool / silk in Gr. 56, 62 and 68
• 4 T-shirts and 4 sweaters
• 1-2 knit jacket
• 6 rompers or overalls
• 5-6 tights or leggings
• 2-4 pajamas
• 1 baby cap for inside and 1 for outside in Gr. 37 and Gr. 39
• 1 jumpsuit for outdoors
• 2 pairs of mittens, both for outside and as scratch protection for indoors
• 1 thick wool socks in sizes 15/16
• 10 Mull Diapers (Burp Cloths)
• Cover for folding, 75 x 100 cm or backpack
• 6 pairs of firstling socks

Baby Care: Less is more

Your baby does not just need something to wear. It also has to Wrapped and cleaned become. In the drugstores shelves are full of creams, bath products and other toiletries. But even with these purchases applies: Less is more.

At home, you can easily bring your baby with you warm water and a few terry cloth clean up. Stubborn dirt on babies Popo or in the small Speckfalten can be easily with baby oil without having to rub and gently rub on delicate skin. For traveling wipes still very handy. By the way: You can make wet wipes yourself.

Also useful: one Baby bath, Of course, your sweetheart fits into the first time sink or you just use the normal bathtub, The water consumption is here but much larger than in the miniature edition. Space problems? Then one is foldable baby tub a good purchase. You can also take it with you when traveling.

Baby Initial Equipment Checklist: Baby Care

• 2 packages diapers in size 1 and 2
• 10 simple washcloths, these can be cut if necessary
• 1 water bowl for warm water
• 1 simple diaper pail
• 1 washable, padded changing mat and 5 towels, disposable wrapping pads or terry covers to underneath while winding
• 1 salve for babies, get advice from the midwife
• 1 baby oil (e.g., Weleda) or almond oil
• Baby bath
• 1 bath thermometer
• 2 bath towels with hood
• 1 package of wet wipes for on the way
• 1 clinical thermometer
• Baby Nail Scissors

Diapers are also part of the original equipment for the baby.

Nursery: Do you need that?

During pregnancy most expectant parents lovingly furnish the nursery. But actually your baby needs it right at the beginning no own room, In many families, the baby is sleeping anyway first time in the bedroom The parents. Some even do without a cot and the obligatoryWickelkommode, Wrapping is then just where there is space - on the bed, the sofa, the washing machine or the floor. After all, you do not always have a changing table ready on the way. But if you like to have everything at your fingertips and a secure place to wrap, then there is a changing table quite handy, Besides, it is essential back friendly as the floor.

Is it in the room very cold, makes a properly grownheater Sense. Otherwise, too is the dispensable, as well as bassinet, baby nest, cuddly toys, crawling and cradle.

What else very convenient is, especially if you live in a larger house or a large apartment: one baby monitors.

Baby Initial Checklist: Facility

• 1 extra bed or baby balcony incl. Baby mattress
• 2-3 fitted sheets
• 2 baby sleeping bags
• 1 music box if required
• 1 changing table as needed
• 1 correctly installed radiant heater if required
• 1 baby monitor
• Spring cradle if necessary

Baby on Board: on the way with the offspring

On stroller is practical and proves especially when shopping. Unfortunately, the high quality models are often too very expensive. That's why many parents now do without the stroller and carry their baby in one Baby carrier or one sling very close to the body. Very much body close Not only does your baby find it great, many parents enjoy it too cuddles. 

Do you want yours too? Carry baby after birth? Then one is carrying consulting For a trained and well-equipped support consultant very useful to find the right model for you. Also a nice gift for the birth!

By the way: If you do not want to give up the stroller, look for one used model around.

Do you have a automobileOf course, you also need one Baby Seat, Caution here with used baby bowls! You should not be older than ten years be and absolutely accident-free, To be sure, listen to me circle of friends to see if anyone has one to give. Otherwise you are with one neukauf on the safer side.

Baby Initial Equipment Checklist: Transportation

• 1 stroller,
• Footmuff for the winter
• 1 baby carrier or sling (get advice)
• 1 wearing jacket for the cooler season
• 1 baby seat for the car
• 1 sunscreen for the car window

Breastfeeding or pre-nutrition: That's what you need for it

Would you like your baby? breast-feed, it is helpful, already to deal with the topic before birth and to inform you in detail. For just at the beginning of a breastfeeding relationship first einspiel and unfortunately not self-evident that it works well from the beginning. A well-educated Midwife or a certified lactation consultant then you stand with good tips to the side.

Do you want your baby with you?bottle Feeding, you can already make some purchases in advance.

Baby Primer Checklist: Nutrition

breastfed babies:

• 2 comfortable nursing bras or nursing bras without underwire, at least one size larger than before birth
• 1-2 toppers
• 1 nipple cream with lanolin
• 1 package of breastfeeding when needed
• 1 nursing pillow

Bottle Children:

• 4-6 vials made of glass or BPA-free plastic
• 3-4 silicone or latex teats size 1
• 1 bottle brush 1 packet of pre-milk powder
• 1 thermos for on the way

If you do not breastfeed, you need vials for the baby.

In the childbed: Let yourself be cared for!

The name is program: Puerperal - Newly-baked mommy belong in bed - well, or on the sofa. At least not behind the stove, to the washing machine or the vacuum cleaner. To the Household may now take care of someone else, Your only tasks: Cuddle, care and relax.

To provide the mom with fresh food, the Freezer be filled with home-cooked and frozen food even before birth.

And if so visit announcing? Do not stress! No one expects you to be big again shortly after birth. Just ask your guests to take care of cakes or bring something else with them.

Baby-Erstausstattung Checklist: Mum in the childbed

• a lot of rest and time for your baby
• caring hands
• many large, high-suction bandages for the weekly flow
• lots of pre-cooked food
• 2 comfortable trousers with a stretchy waistband, possibly the maternity pants are sufficient
• easy-open tops, shirts or blouses for comfortable breastfeeding
• Nightwear for easy breastfeeding

How much is the initial charge for the baby?

Baby clothes are not cheap. It therefore makes sense to get ahead of the big baby shopping consider how much you want to spend on the initial equipmentWhat you really need and what you do not. These questions help with the purchase.

1. How much money can / do we want to spend? On budget establish.
2. What do we need anyway? A list do.
3. What things do we want new to buy? What things can we do lend? What things can we do second hand to buy?
4. What will happen to us eventually? given for birth? It makes sense to have a plan or list if family and friends ask for it. practical Gifts for the birth by the way, do not have to be expensive.
5. What do we want to acquire, if still Money left over is?

Hartz 4: Apply for baby equipment from the state

who Unemployment benefit II receives or low earners is, has the option of one Application for financial support to provide for a baby initial equipment. This applies to expectant moms, but also for single fathers. Anyone who is looking forward to a complete, brand-new initial equipment will be disappointed.

There is one by the legislature one-off aid (§ 23 Social Code II) for maternity wear and baby equipment. This aid is Rated guidelines based. Specifically, this means: Used things do it too'It does not have to be new stuff.

• And where do you find used baby things best? Have a look around the circle of friends and acquaintances, study classifieds and maybe give up one yourself, look for offers online (for example on ebay). And in the end, the good, old children's flea market is always a good place to go.
• When can I apply for the support? For maternity wear, you can get support from the 13th week of pregnancy (SSW). For the Baby Erstausstattung, which is needed from birth, that applies from the 32nd SSW.
• How do I make a request? Copy the passport and attach it to an informal application.

More information can be found on the family guide's family guide page and at the local job center.

Conclusion:

Even if the nesting instinct is still so strong: who previously thinks exactly what the baby really needs after birth, can Save a lot in terms of initial equipment, Money that you can spend later on for other nice purchases. We hope you enjoy shopping for your baby!

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