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Newborn Survival Tools

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The tools we used to survive the wonderful newborn stage with our little one this year. We are always on the go so we needed tools to help us bring our little one with us.
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Sleep

Helpful items to help get a few extra winks!

 
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Easiest swaddle for tired parents to get all the sleep they can.
Velcro Swaddle
 
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Keep your bassinet dry and clean with these waterproof covers. These are sanity savers!
Bassinet Mattress Pad Cover, Waterproof, Ultra ...
 
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Best sound machine to block the noise and help the baby sleep.
Homedics Sound Machine
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Best large tank humidifier for day-to-day use on low and for sick babies on medium or high.
Cool Mist Humidifier, Ultrasonic Air Humidifiers for Bedroom Babies Home, 4.5L Large Top Fill Desk Humidifiers with Three Mist Modes, 360° Nozzle, Auto Shut-Off, Lasts Up to 30 Hours, Super Quiet
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Our favorite Youtube video for sleep when we don't have our sound machine.
11 Hours of Womb Sounds/White Noise - Dark Screen (Audio Designed for Mobile Devices) Baby Sleep Aid
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Outings

Must haves for the first few not-so-scary outings.

 
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Our favorite all-ages stroller! It blocks out light for newborns, easily clicks in the infant cars seat and quickly folds down for easy transport.
Bravo Trio Travel Systems
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This cover is perfect for feeding, blocking light, and keeping baby warm on the go.
Itzy Ritzy Muslin Breastfeeding Boss Nursing Cover - Rust
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This sound machine makes sleeping on the go easier for everyone.
Yogasleep Hushh Portable White Noise Sound Machine For Baby, 3 Soothing Natural Sounds With Volume Control, Compact Size, Noise Canceling For Sleep Aid, Office Privacy, & Meditation, Registry Gift
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Always keep an eye on your baby with this camera, it even works at night!
Itomoro Baby Car Mirror, View Infant in Rear Facing Seat with Wide Crystal Clear View,Camera aimed at baby-Easily to Observe The Baby's Every Move
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This fan helps keep little ones cool on the go and it's rechargeable!
TriPole Clip On Fan Stroller Fan Battery Operated Portable ...
 
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This easy grab-and-go changing pad makes quick outings stress free with everything you need in a small bag.
Skip Hop Portable Baby Changing Pad, Pronto, Grey Melange
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The best diaper bag with so much storage in all those pockets!
Mancro Diaper Bag Backpack, Multi-functional Baby Travel Back Pack for Dad, Men and Women, Large Capacity Waterproof Dad Work Bag with Laptop Pocket and Stroller Straps, Grey
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Adjustable and comfortable ear protection for your little one's ears.
Alpine Muffy Baby Ear Protection for Babies and Toddlers up to 36 Months - CE & ANSI Certified - Noise Reduction Earmuffs - Comfortable Baby Headphones Against Hearing Damage & Improves Sleep - Black
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This is so handy for keeping diapers, wipes, and creams in the car for those times you forget your diaper bag.
Anysiny Baby Diaper Caddy- Portable Toddler Diaper Stackers & Caddies Nursery Storage Bin and Car Organizer for Diapers and Baby Wipes, Collapsible Newborn Caddies Car Travel Baby Shower Basket
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The best compact portable bottle warmer.
Papablic Portable Travel Baby Bottle Warmer On The Go, Fits Most Car Cup Holders, 12 oz
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Toys

Some of our favorite toys for the first new months

 
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Your baby will love this during tummy time!
KaPing Duewry Black and White Baby Toys 0-3 Months, My First Educational Activity Cloth Book Toys, High Contrast Baby Book Toys for Boys Girls Toddler Infants 0-6 Months
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It's important to read to babies and they will love looking at this book with the high contrast.
Hello, Baby Animals: A perfect book for parents and caregivers at home with babies this summer (High-Contrast Books)
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For those babies that hate tummy time, this gives them something to focus on. As a bonus, it's easy to pack up for an on-the-go toy.
Infinno Inflatable Tummy Time Mat Premium Baby Water Play Mat for Infants and Toddlers Baby Toys for 3 to 24 Months, Strengthen Your Baby's Muscles, Portable
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My son has loved this book from the start. It has a mirror, colors, high contrast and it crinkles what's not to love?
Baby Tummy Time Toys 0-6 6-12 Months Newborn Infant Mirror Toys with Sensory Crinkle Books and Teethers, Black and White High Contrast Baby Toys, Montessori Crawling Toys for Boys Girls 0 3 6 12 Month
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Laundry

 
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Perfect for dirty clothes from outings or wet clothes from the pool.
babygoal Wet Dry Bags for Baby Cloth Diapers, Washable Travel Bags, Beach, Pool, Gym Bag for Swimsuits & Wet Clothes with Two Zippered Pockets 3 Pack 3LN08
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These mesh bags help keep all those tiny socks together in the wash. Keep them next to changing pads so you never lose another sock.
3Pcs Durable Honeycomb Mesh Laundry Bags for Delicates 12 x 16 Inches (3 Medium)
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The best stain remover for those messy baby moments.
Miss Mouth's HATE STAINS CO Stain Remover for Clothes - 4oz 2 Pack of Newborn & Baby Essentials Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray - No Dry Cleaning Food, Grease, Coffee Off Laundry, Underwear, Fabric
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We keep a laundry basket by every changing pad so we can keep the dirty laundry contained on every level of the house.
IRIS USA 30L Plastic Laundry Basket Hamper Organizer with Built-In Comfort Carry Handles, for Closet, Dorm, Laundry Room, Bedroom, Nestable, Ventilation Holes, 2 Pack, Medium, White
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Our favorite detergent for the whole family!
all Liquid Laundry Detergent, Free Clear for Sensitive Skin, Unscented and Hypoallergenic, 2X Concentrated, 110 Loads
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