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I'm creating a gift wish list for my daughter's first birthday. What new things did you need when your child turned one? The only things I can think of are a front facing car seat and a potty (which is way too early).
Also, what toys did your one year old really love?
We already got her a booster seat for eating. Yes, I knew about the car seat. We are getting one that holds a larger child but can go both forward and backwards.
Answer
Blocks - those old-school wooden letter ones
music - anything musical that doesn't annoy you toooooo much
Books - there are touch & feel books, animal books etc
Fisher Price Little People - My son loves to play with them, they have little travel sets, and larger stuff. My son loves the house - and I've found older things like castles and stuff at garage sales.
Crayons & coloring books - can't go wrong with these!
Play-foods - Doug & Melissa have some cool wooden playfoods, but there are lots of other types out there. I set up a little kitchen using a small bookshelf for my son.
A ride-on toy - if you've got some safe area in your house for one of these, they can be great. My brother in law got my son a car that has a long handle and I can push him around the block - it's great! We have an indoor ride-on that he loves - make sure it's got a sturdy back to it.
You can get most of these these items used and they'd likely be in good condition, so while they may be new to your child, they don't have to be NEW new.
As for non-toys:
Booster seat is a good one - we've been using the Fisher Price travel seat that straps onto a chair, and it's good because you can bring it anywhere.
Pillow - I got one and took out half the stuffing so it was fairly flat. I then made some pillowcases out of flannel, but you can buy some if you don't sew.
Play furniture - a little table with chairs to sit at and color, or play on
Grow chart - I got one at this point because he could stand and get measured!
Spoon/fork/bowl/plates - toddler sized
Blocks - those old-school wooden letter ones
music - anything musical that doesn't annoy you toooooo much
Books - there are touch & feel books, animal books etc
Fisher Price Little People - My son loves to play with them, they have little travel sets, and larger stuff. My son loves the house - and I've found older things like castles and stuff at garage sales.
Crayons & coloring books - can't go wrong with these!
Play-foods - Doug & Melissa have some cool wooden playfoods, but there are lots of other types out there. I set up a little kitchen using a small bookshelf for my son.
A ride-on toy - if you've got some safe area in your house for one of these, they can be great. My brother in law got my son a car that has a long handle and I can push him around the block - it's great! We have an indoor ride-on that he loves - make sure it's got a sturdy back to it.
You can get most of these these items used and they'd likely be in good condition, so while they may be new to your child, they don't have to be NEW new.
As for non-toys:
Booster seat is a good one - we've been using the Fisher Price travel seat that straps onto a chair, and it's good because you can bring it anywhere.
Pillow - I got one and took out half the stuffing so it was fairly flat. I then made some pillowcases out of flannel, but you can buy some if you don't sew.
Play furniture - a little table with chairs to sit at and color, or play on
Grow chart - I got one at this point because he could stand and get measured!
Spoon/fork/bowl/plates - toddler sized
what are the must haves for newborns?
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this is my friends email and she said i could use it. i just need to know some things that my baby cant live without when shes born. i have a tight budget so just the must haves please. and if possible could you put the price and how many of each item i need to buy a month. thank you!
Answer
The necessities for a newborn are these:
Diapers (don't buy a ton of newborn diapers because they grow out of them pretty quick. Start with one pack and if you need more, buy them after.) Pampers are about $20 for a box. I'd say we bought diapers every 1 1/2 - 2 weeks at the newborn age) There are cheaper diapers out there too, but we preferred Pampers.
Wipes (Buy in bulk if you can. Trust me you'll use them for everything.) Big box of wipes cost $7-12 depending on how big the box is and the brand name. They will last you a good while and the cheap ones are just as good as Pampers or Huggies.
Onsies and Sleepers. All the cute clothes can wait until later on. Trust me, the baby will spend more time in onsies than anything else.
If you will be nursing, get a Boppy/Nursing Pillow and at least a manual pump. They are a life saver. If you go back to work you'll need bottles and an electric pump. Make sure the pump is for woman who pump regularly. Some are only for occasional pumping and are not as good at keeping up a supply. Medela is great, but also expensive ($250 approx. for a double electric pump, but is worth the price). You can find them used for much cheaper, but you will want to buy all new bottles and pump parts. Replacement parts are not very expensive.
If you are formula feeding and when feeding pumped breastmilk, bottles are a must have. Make sure they are slow flow nipples for a newborn. I suggest buying some decent ones and don't go too cheap. You want some that reduce the amount of air your baby gets, so he/she wont be too uncomfortable after each feeding. It will also reduce spitting up.
You'll want a crib and mattress for sure, unless you will be co-sleeping. A changing table is nice, but definately not a necessity. We will just be using a changing table pad on one of our lower dressers. Crib Sheets, Mattress Pad. No need to buy an expensive bedding set. You aren't even supposed to use the comforter when they are a newborn either. It can cause SIDS, so you really don't get too much use out of it before they want a character bedding set. We bought a toddler bedding set at Walmart for $35 once our son was a bit older. Until then we just used some thin blankets we got from our baby shower.
You'll want a car seat. The hospital will not let you leave without one. The travel systems are a bit pricey, but well worth it. Once that baby is asleep, you will not want to wake him by lifting him out of a car seat.
That's all I can think of right now. Buying things used can save you a ton of money. Try Craigslist.org, but make sure things are not recalled and are not more than 3-4 years old. Many items have more safety standards and what not these days. Also, be careful when buying a car seat used. Make sure it has not been in any accidents. I really do suggest buying a new one. Sign up on websites for coupons and offers. Huggies sends out tons of coupons. Pampers kinds sucks with the coupons. If you'll be using formula you'll want to sign up and many will send you checks you can use at the store.
The necessities for a newborn are these:
Diapers (don't buy a ton of newborn diapers because they grow out of them pretty quick. Start with one pack and if you need more, buy them after.) Pampers are about $20 for a box. I'd say we bought diapers every 1 1/2 - 2 weeks at the newborn age) There are cheaper diapers out there too, but we preferred Pampers.
Wipes (Buy in bulk if you can. Trust me you'll use them for everything.) Big box of wipes cost $7-12 depending on how big the box is and the brand name. They will last you a good while and the cheap ones are just as good as Pampers or Huggies.
Onsies and Sleepers. All the cute clothes can wait until later on. Trust me, the baby will spend more time in onsies than anything else.
If you will be nursing, get a Boppy/Nursing Pillow and at least a manual pump. They are a life saver. If you go back to work you'll need bottles and an electric pump. Make sure the pump is for woman who pump regularly. Some are only for occasional pumping and are not as good at keeping up a supply. Medela is great, but also expensive ($250 approx. for a double electric pump, but is worth the price). You can find them used for much cheaper, but you will want to buy all new bottles and pump parts. Replacement parts are not very expensive.
If you are formula feeding and when feeding pumped breastmilk, bottles are a must have. Make sure they are slow flow nipples for a newborn. I suggest buying some decent ones and don't go too cheap. You want some that reduce the amount of air your baby gets, so he/she wont be too uncomfortable after each feeding. It will also reduce spitting up.
You'll want a crib and mattress for sure, unless you will be co-sleeping. A changing table is nice, but definately not a necessity. We will just be using a changing table pad on one of our lower dressers. Crib Sheets, Mattress Pad. No need to buy an expensive bedding set. You aren't even supposed to use the comforter when they are a newborn either. It can cause SIDS, so you really don't get too much use out of it before they want a character bedding set. We bought a toddler bedding set at Walmart for $35 once our son was a bit older. Until then we just used some thin blankets we got from our baby shower.
You'll want a car seat. The hospital will not let you leave without one. The travel systems are a bit pricey, but well worth it. Once that baby is asleep, you will not want to wake him by lifting him out of a car seat.
That's all I can think of right now. Buying things used can save you a ton of money. Try Craigslist.org, but make sure things are not recalled and are not more than 3-4 years old. Many items have more safety standards and what not these days. Also, be careful when buying a car seat used. Make sure it has not been in any accidents. I really do suggest buying a new one. Sign up on websites for coupons and offers. Huggies sends out tons of coupons. Pampers kinds sucks with the coupons. If you'll be using formula you'll want to sign up and many will send you checks you can use at the store.
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