You're about to become a new mom. The excitement from seeing those 2 pink lines has died down and your little growing food baby bump is a reminder that it's time to start buying all the "necessary" things that one tiny human apparently needs. If you're anything like me, you'll start scouring the internet, reading reviews, and asking all the moms you know for any advice when it comes to baby products. It's an area of Target you always walked by with longing eyes, but never dared to enter. I've only been a mom for about 3 months, but I thought I would share some products that I've discovered along the way that ended up being my favorites. The stroller, the car seat, the bouncer aside, here are 5 of the best newborn products that no one tells you to register for.
1. The Baby Bum Brush
I put this first on my list because I use this every.single.day. and I'm on a mission to put one into the hands of every mom who changes diapers because I love it that much. Seriously. Basically this is a "butt spatula" (as my husband and I call it) for applying diaper rash cream to your little one's bottom. I know, I know...WHY wouldn't you just use your fingers? Do you really need this in your nursery? Yes. I don't know why it's so amazing, there's something about the way it spreads the cream so smooth and evenly that makes this product so useful. It has a little suction cup on the bottom, so it stands up on its own, then you just wipe it with a baby wipe when you're done. It also keeps your hands clean and dry, which I think makes you use cream more often. My husband and I use it for every diaper change, and our son has never had a diaper rash! (Bonus: We like the Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment). You can get the Baby Bum Brush from Amazon...I have 3.
2. Aden + Anais Burpy Bib
This is another product by the beloved Aden + Anais company that I use almost daily. The Burpy Bib is a soft, muslin cloth that doubles as a burp rag and a bib. It has a nice "C" shape to it, so it fits perfectly over your shoulder, plus it has a button on the back so you can snap it around your baby's neck and it works as a bib. I use it mostly as a bib after I nurse Roman because it's big enough to cover his whole body and arms, and is great for catching any spit up after a feeding. I love all the cute designs they come in, too. You can find these at Target, or online at adenandanais.com or Amazon.
3. Medela Quick Clean Micro-Steam Bags
If you use a breast pump, you know what a pain it can be to wash all the little parts that come with it. I was getting frustrated when I first had a baby and started pumping, because it seemed like the parts were never clean when I needed to use them! I bought these Medela micro-steam bags on a whim at Target, and they've really helped me keep my pump parts clean so I can use them more often. The micro-steam bags are basically a way to sanitize your breast pump parts, bottles, and pacifiers in your microwave. You just add a little bit of water, then seal the bag and place it in the microwave for the recommended time, and it steams and sanitizes in just a few minutes. The bags are reusable up to 20 times, and you can find them in Target or on Amazon (are you seeing a pattern here? I love Amazon.)4. Boppy Water Resistant Protective Cover
I'm sure you've heard of the Boppy Pillow. It's one of the most-registered for items at Target and for good reason. The Boppy Pillow is a helpful aid when it comes to nursing your baby, and for tummy time once they get a little older. When I was shopping for a cover for my Boppy, I was surprised that most of the options were the same cotton covers in various designs. The patterns were cute, but I was looking for function, hello! I came across these water resistant covers in Buy Buy Baby, and I knew I had to have them. They're just plain, white covers that come in a 2-pack, but I love that they are water resistant because, let's face it, babies are messy. You can technically put a cute cover over these, but I just leave it as-is and switch it out with the other one when it gets dirty. Roman has spit up more than once on my Boppy, and I'm glad I've had these to protect it. You can find them at Buy Buy Baby, or Amazon.5. The Windi
Last, but certainly not least is the Windi. From the makers of the Nosefrida comes another somewhat silly, but oh-so-useful design. I ordered the Windi off of Amazon (duh) when our baby seemed to be having trouble with a gassy tummy. I couldn't believe all the five-star reviews, so I thought I would give it a try. The Windi is a hollow, rubber suppository that you stick up your baby's butt when they're gassy or constipated. I was nervous to use it for the first time, but I massaged his little tummy and inserted the Windi. It was only a few seconds before gas (and eventually poop) came out and relief flooded his face. I couldn't believe it! The design of the Windi makes it so that you can't go too far, and it keeps any unpleasant body fluids off your fingers. They are single use suppositories, and come in a pack of 10. My husband and I use one if Roman is really, really fussy and hasn't had a bowel movement in a few days. It usually does the trick and we have our happy boy again! You can order them off of Amazon.
So there you have it! My 5 favorite newborn products that I've discovered over the past 3 months. What would you add to the list?
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