(These items can apply to Bug Out Bags, Vehicles, Regular Storage, for use on trips/ camping, etc.)
Food related
- Bottles
- Breast pump- manual, electric or learn to hand pump
- Formula
- Water for Preparing formula
- Food for older babies
- Sippy cups
- Bowls/ Utensils
Clothes/Warmth (pack extras! Babies go through so many outfits)
- Onesies (body suit)
- Pants
- Shirts
- Socks
- Coat
- Warm hat/ touque
- Baby Sleep sack- light and heavy
- Blankets
Transport
- Car seat
- Stroller
- Chest Carrier or Baby Wrap Carrier
- Baby backpack carrier
Entertainment
- Baby Toys
- Books
Health/medical
- Infant tylenol
- Oval- or other for relief of a gassy tummy
- Vitamin D- (is recommended in our area for Breastfed infants)
- Thermometer for checking temperature
- Teething medicine or teether toys
- Age appropriate sunscreen and mosquito spray- be sure to check to see if it's okay
- First Aid Kit
- First Aid Book- Babies require different care than adults in regards to medical/emergency care
Hygiene/ Personal Care Items
- Extra water for washing
- Wash cloths/ towels
- Baby wash/ Shampoo
- Oil for Dry skin
- Diapers
- Wipes
- Zinc Oxide, Vaseline or other for bum care
- Nail Clippers- they sure grow fast!
Other
- Soother
- Mosquito Netting for stroller, car seat, or play pen
- Weather shield for stroller
- Playpen
- http://whattoexpect.com
- Very informative, a must have in your prepping collection!
- There are other books in this series: Before Expecting, Pregnancy, 1st Year, 2nd Year, etc.
I use this site on a regular basis. It is full of helpful information from preconception on. It has information about kids aged newborn to preschool. There is a great forum where you can discuss parenting topics and ideas with other parents. It's great, I highly recommend it.
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