What you really need to buy
By Razan Rousan*
I started my shopping list at the 20th week of my pregnancy. Before buying anything, I got the catalogues of my favourite shops to help me with my checklist and ensure I don’t spend hours at the store perusing items I don’t need.
Before you head out the door for your baby’s essentials, consider these tips:
Avoid buying too many clothes that are size 0-3 as your baby will grow so fast during that period
Choose clothes that aren’t just beautiful but practical too. They should be comfortable and easy to open. Cotton body suits were my favourites
Remember that you don’t need everything displayed in baby shops as 40% of the items are not necessary and others will be used just for a short period
Don’t borrow or buy used mattresses or feeding bottles
Wait for gifts from family and friends. Better yet, baby showers and baby registries are becoming increasingly popular in Jordan
For your baby
6 sleepsuits
8 -12 short & long sleeved bodysuits
6 – 8 romper suits
2 jackets
4 hats
4 mitts
Feeding time
6 bibs
4 burp towels
Sterilising equipment
Milk container
Breast pads
Bottle cleaning brush
Bath time
Gentle body wash & shampoo
Bath thermometer
2 baby towels
Bath supports
Baby soft sponge
Baby grooming kit (brush, comb, nail clippers)
Baby bath tub
Going out
Baby car seat
Pram or stroller
Small baby bag with changing mat
Sun blinds
Baby on board sign
Baby’s room
Crib
New mattress
Waterproof mattress cover
2 sets of sheets
Bedding, bed bumper
Bed mobiles
Room thermometer
Soft newborn toys
Room monitor
Diapering supplies
Baby bouncing chair
Baby lullabies on CD, music mobile or a sound machine for babies
For you
4 nursing bras
Nipple cream
Nursing shirts and T-shirts
Comfortable nightgowns
Electric breast bump
