What are Newborn Must-haves vs. Don’t-Needs? - with Sophie, Jayde and their unsolicited opinions.

In our 152nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re talking all newborn essentials and how not to get swept up in the need to pre-purchase everything!

DISCLAIMER!!! We are not judging any first-time pregnant mums out there who are excited and want to buy all the things – we’ve been there, done that!

• You’re a first-time mum and you’re planning on breastfeeding, what do you need and what do you not need?
  • Do you need formula and bottles before baby is born?
  • Do you need pre-purchase a breast pump before baby is born?
  • What about nipple shields and breast pads?
  •  What about dummies? Is it necessary to have heaps of them?
• What underwear do you need post birth?
• Thoughts on having a nursey set up before baby is born.
• Are caddy stations around the house necessary for feeding? And what are some essentials?
• Clothes!! How do you know what to get and how many of each size?
• Does your baby need a going-home outfit for your going home pictures?
• How to know that your baby is dressed in sufficient amount of clothing?
• Swaddles versus sleep suits?
• Nappies and wipes? How much is sufficient?
• When it comes to bassinets, what are we looking for? And is the Snoo worth it?
• To capsule or not to capsule? And can you go straight to a car seat?
• What to consider when choosing a pram.
• And SO MUCH MORE!!!

 

Goodies mentioned:

Barrier/Nipple cream – Lanolin

Haaka pump

Adult Diaper / Tena Disposable panties 

ModieBodi post-partum undies

Susukoshi - baby clothing brand

BONDS zippys

Glow Dreaming  

Love to Dream Swaddle

Bassinet co-sleeper

Snoo

Stokke Tripp Trapp highchair

Baby Bjorn bouncer 

Snuggle Me Organic

Ergo Baby

Pram suggestions

Mountain Buggy

Bugaboo

Redsbaby

 

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  

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