Until then clean her diaper area well and stick to sponge.
What do you need for a newborn baby boy.
Most cribs do not come with mattresses so you ll need to put a fire retardant mattress on the list.
It may seem crazy that the baby you have been waiting for has finally arrived and they re so small.
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Apply diaper rash cream if your baby needs it.
From how to care for newborn babies to how they ll develop over the next few months here s everything you need to know once you ve brought your little one home.
You can definitely do this.
You ll need to hold off bathing your newborn until her umbilical cord falls off and the area heals.
Congratulations you re having a boy.
You need a place to keep all of baby s clothing and other items unless you have an awesome closet and like hanging the clothing on baby hangers.
If the thought of the first bath or figuring out a swaddle makes you nervous don t worry.
Whether you have a boy or a girl clean all the creases and rolls around the genital area and upper thighs.
The dresser can also double as a changing table with a simple changing pad added to the top and a basket with necessary diaper changing items.
We re breaking it all down for you.
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By today s parent february 5 2020 what you ll need to have on hand for the early days with your newborn.
This is a list of things you need to know about having a baby boy versus having a girl.
That can take up to 2 weeks.
If you have a boy you may want to place a washcloth on top of his penis to avoid getting sprayed.
The ultimate newborn baby checklist can help you determine what you ll need to purchase and prepare as you get ready for baby s birth.
Read on for a complete list of things you need for a new baby.
A crib unless you plan to have a family bed.
But how do you figure out which are the baby items you can forget about and which are the essential baby items you can t live without.
Oh my goodness you re having a boy freaked out yet.
Learn about getting prepared for your newborn baby boy s arrival.
A bassinet cradle or three sided crib co sleeper can be a good option for the first few months if you prefer to start small.
You ll need to make a plan for baby to sleep somewhere.