Newborn Essentials I Actually Used
It all begins with an idea.
There are so many baby products out there, and as moms we just want to choose what’s best for our babies. But in those early months, I found that only a handful of simple, practical essentials truly made a difference. This guide breaks down the baby must‑haves I actually used — the simple, practical items that make feeding, changing, soothing, and everyday newborn life easier. If you’re a new mom wondering what you truly need, these essentials keep things calm, minimal, and manageable.
Sound Machine - Cue to tell baby it’s time to rest and drown out noises
Blackout Shades - We still have these in my 3 year old son’s room and travel with them.
Swaddles - Newborns have opinions! Before buying any back-ups, see if your baby has a strong preference. Our kids luckily loved the same brand.
Magnetic Onesies - Becoming a mom unlocked fears I never knew existed…including zipping my precious newborns skin in the middle of the night.
Lounger - Safe, simple place to set baby down that moves with you.
Diaper Caddy - I had one upstairs and one downstairs that included diapers wipes, paste and a change of clothes
Diaper Rash Cream - We tried so many, until we locked in on this brand
Electric Nail Trimmer - We used this nail trimmer all the way through toddlerhood. In the newborn stage, I wanted to avoid an accidental clip and in the toddler stage, nail trimming should be an olympic sport
Nose Suction Tool - Easy!
Fragrance Free Detergent - We switched our whole family to this, not just baby
This wasn’t a must-have, but it’s one of those luxury upgrades we’ve gotten every bit of our money’s worth from over 6+ years. The Uppababy Vista naviagtes well and I’ve that it grows with stages. I am not a runner, but have heard this does not do well during runs!