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Pyjamas and clothing
well appreciated baby shower presents; buy several sizes up, since some babies are born big and they grow fast
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Receiving blankets
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Safety gates—if there are stairs in the living area
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Monitors
help keep an eye (ear) on baby while baby is napping and parents are doing other things (chores, or are outdoors)
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Mobile--manhattan toy company
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Bassinette
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Car seat
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Soother (pacifier)
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Sippy cups--gerber or playtex
get several of the same brand, so lids and valves can be interchanged
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Bottles
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Bibs
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Booster seat
hard plastic or inflatable travel booster seats--great for throwing in the trunk when going to a friend's place or family member's for dinner
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Highchair--peg perego, graco, or eddie bauer
wooden models are attractive; look for models that have removable parts, and easily washed-down surfaces. Also check to see if the strap system is sufficient to keep wriggling babies in place.
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Potty
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Baby carrier--baby bjorn, kangaroo wrap, or sling
holding baby close mimicks the comfort of the womb, and means that parents can have both hands free (and less stress on the back) then when carrying an infant with one arm
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Playpen
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Crib
some models can be switched into toddler beds; check safety and proper functioning of rails that can be lowered
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Diaper cream
penaten, weleda, and aveeno brands are great
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Change table—at appropriate height for adults changing diapers
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Diaper bag
an essential--needs to be large enough to hold all of the food, extra clothing and accessories
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Diapers—cotton or disposable
online distributors of cloth diapers save you money; many all-in-one styles are a big improvement over older styles
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graco or peg perego stroller
durable; double stroller or Joovy are great if you have more than one child
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