Rock n' Play Sleeper
Changing Pad
Say goodbye to changing table wipes and pads! This Keekaroo Peanut Diaper Changer wipes completely clean. This changing pad was designed for hospital use; liquids pool at the surface instead of soaking in. The pad is nice and thick, so Baby stays comfortable.
To buy: Amazon, $80
Play Mat
This play gym was one of my favorite and most useful baby purchases. Because it’s great for babies who lie flat, my daughter began using this before she was a month old, listening to music and gazing at her reflection in the hanging mirror. As your infant grows, they can kick their little feet to hit the piano keys and grab at the hanging toys above them. My daughter continued to use this after she learned to crawl.
To buy: Amazon, $48
Diapers and Wipes
While this may seem obvious, you can never have enough diapers and wipes with a newborn around. NEVER. So whether you're going cloth or disposable, make sure your nursery is stocked up so you won't have to make a midnight run to the market with a screaming poopy baby in tow.
To buy: Amazon, varies
Sound Machine
A sound machine was a must-have with my newborn. She was an incredibly light sleeper, so soothing sounds helped drown out some of the noises happening outside her nursery. This little Cloud B Sound Machine Soother is perfect because it’s a stuffed animal! Not only is it adorable (there are five different animal options), it can attach to Baby’s crib and is perfectly portable for naps away from home. My daughter loved consistency, so bringing this along helped for on-the-go naps!
To buy: Amazon, $30
Humidifier
It’s pretty common for babies to suffer from congestion. My now-toddler was congested for the first six months of her life! Unfortunately, this problem often worsens during the nighttime hours, making sleep uncomfortable. A humidifier is the best thing for relieving those nasal passages at night. This Crane Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier is adorable, so it will fit right in with nursery décor.
To buy: Amazon, $40
Glider or Rocker
While it doesn't have to be a rocker or glider specifically, having a comfy chair in the nursery is a life (and back) saver. Bouncing Baby up and down for hours on end is a new parent rite of passage, but rocking back and forth in a cushy chair instead sounds much better, doesn't it? And it's a much better alternative than the ground for all those bedtime stories you're gonna be reading while cuddled up with your little one.
To buy: Pottery Barn Kids, $920
