Baby Essentials - My must haves for a newborn

Hi guys!
It is quite overwhelming to shop for a newborn, so I'm sharing my list of baby essentials with you. This is a pretty exhaustive list of things I couldn't live without when my son was born. Please use this as a reference and add or remove items according to your needs.
I have tried to include only the bare essentials in this video, so watch out for another video with all the extra baby stuff that makes our life a little easier with a newborn!
Things I've mentioned in this video:
1. Crib/ cot/ bassinet
2. Side snap t shirts (couldn't find the Mothercare ones online)
www.amazon.in/Spasilk-Kids-2-P...
3. Sleepsuits / Long pajamas
4. Hats/ mittens/ socks
5. Blankets
6. Infant bath tub
7. Baby soap, shampoo, lotion and oil
8. Towels
9. Washcloths
10. Hand sanitizer and antibacterial wipes
11. Baby nail clippers
the kit i have is not available any more in the indian store
www.amazon.com/dp/B01H2BMMGE/...
Similar baby grooming kit:
www.amazon.in/Mothercare-Baby-...
12. Gripe water or gas drops:
13. Fever medicine - Infant Crocin or Tylenol
(Also get syringes or medicine dispenser)
14: Thermometer
15. Saline nasal spray
www.amazon.in/Little-Remedies-...
16: Diaper Rash ointment
17. Cotton
18. Baby detergent - I use Chicco or Meemee, (or Dreft in the US)
19. Feeding bottles: I use Phillips Avent and Comotomo
20. Diapers (Disposable and/or cloth)
www.firstcry.com/babyhug/babyh...
www.firstcry.com/bumberry/bumb...
21. Waterproof mats:
www.firstcry.com/mee-mee/mee-m...
www.amazon.in/Teddyy-Changing-...
22. Baby Wipes
If you are already a mom please leave me a comment with anything I missed, and I will add it as a note with your name on it. I hope new moms find this useful!
My other videos related to pregnancy:
Pregnancy Nutrition:
• Video
Tips for a Natural delivery:
• Video
Postpartum mom essentials:
• Postpartum mom essentials
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[@AaharViharbyNeha]

I'm in my third trimester & watching all your videos one by one... They are very useful... Thanks for sharing ❤️😊

[@Feelgoodmama]

You got this! All the best!

[@nihonghoichirupopadanlakum3250]

Thank you so much you have such a lovely voice and your explanation is so clear.

[@debrupadasgupta4027]

You make very informative videos which are so very helpful! Also the way of presenting is beautiful with gives out peaceful vibes! Thanks !

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you, that means so much to me!

[@priya1902]

hey! m watching your videosfor the first time and i really appreciate it. it was of really great help! thanks for sharing.

[@gingciriaco5703]

So informative... love it.. 32weeks here and thankful found this videos. Yey.... lots of help..

[@ak470013]

Thank you so much for these videos... I'm currently pregnant and your videos are helping me a lot!

[@Feelgoodmama]

I'm so glad! Congratulations!

[@kiranbhandage2193]

Best video I have ever seen😍

[@creativealliance5557]

U r so good so calm , like a elder sis to guide, love u

[@Feelgoodmama]

Aww that is so sweet of you to say! Love you too!

[@IndianMOMInAustralia]

Yes comfortable place for sleep for the baby. I had bassinet and it worked perfect for me Thankyou for amazing video 😊

[@Feelgoodmama]

Indian MOM In Australia thanks Vaidehi, your comments are always encouraging!

[@ayeshaali6483]

Loved the idea of having baby syringe for meds. Never thought of that. I have had so much problem in that area till date for my first born 4 yrs bk!! Thanx😊

[@purnimanaganur8954]

www.totstrunk.com/ in this website you can buy all in one trunks only!

[@famifaiz1298]

Very useful video for me and iam 7 months pregnant 😍😍 IAM so excited to meet my baby😘😘😘

[@prettyuniverse6013]

Faiz Fami hope ur doing well with ur baby 😍

[@ArpitasSpace]

Very useful information. Plus I find your voice very comforting..Thanks

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you so much :)

[@learnshots999.-]

Very nice presentation..good information.. really helpful..thank you...my little one is justt 2 months now...

[@anjalishah8446]

Great inputs. Thanks so much. It's very helpful.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you so much!

[@chandraadaikalac5291]

I love the way u talk....so polite

[@Feelgoodmama]

Chandrakala Kumar that’s really nice of you to say, thank you 😀😀

[@purnimanaganur8954]

www.totstrunk.com/ in this website you can buy all in one trunks only!

[@himabindu8729]

I'm a first time mom- to- be due in 4 weeks. would love to see anything and everything related to a newborn baby. P.S. I love the way you talk.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Himabindu congratulations! And thank you, it is the main reason I make these videos, to reach out to moms like you.. enjoy the last few weeks of your pregnancy, it's going to be a wonderful new chapter!

[@RichaFell]

Himabindu hi dear .. all the best for ur delivery . if u want do check out my what to pack in your hospital bag if you would like to.. it's updated on my channel since even i recently had my baby

[@purnimanaganur8954]

www.totstrunk.com/ in this website you can buy all in one trunks only!

[@radhikabhute8869]

I love how you have mentioned the quantity of each essential

[@Feelgoodmama]

Glad that it helps, before my son was born I always wondered how many things I should buy :)

[@mehakdawar9902]

I am in my second trimester, and searching for some realistic baby essentials video.. by far the most useful and honest video I found..😍

[@Feelgoodmama]

Glad it was helpful Mehak, wish you the best for your pregnancy!

[@sanasharaf5080]

Big thumbs up to this video.This is my first pregnancy and this video gave me so much informations about newborn essentials.Thank you dear❤

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you so much and many congratulations on your pregnancy!

[@sanasharaf5080]

Thank you dear❤😊

[@huzvakbhagat4116]

So well explained. Thank you

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you so much

[@RichaFell]

such a sweet video. I really liked it. congratulations on ur baby boy. even i have a baby boy n I'm a ftm ✌ I'm ur new subbie

[@O891THEN]

u had done really a great job by creating this video....I really loved the way u explained everything that we needed.thank u so much

[@Feelgoodmama]

Happy that you found it useful! Congratulations!

[@O891THEN]

thank u so much :)

[@jasleenkaur67]

Thanks a lot..was very informative

[@jenjose9131]

Your videos are really useful!

[@Alisherkimummy2020]

Such a good and detaild informative video love from Pakistan ❤️❤️❤️

[@shreyababbar5218]

Love your videos

[@satyanaraynpalatasingh4437]

Thank you so much for your videos and kindly show your son's pic

[@Feelgoodmama]

You'll see him in my newer videos!

[@pharaon73]

thank you, very useful and interesting to watch for an expecting mother :)

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you for watching, congratulations on your pregnancy!

[@juhimalhotra7786]

Useful video👌 . You explained it in such a polite way . Loved the video❤

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thanks a lot Juhi 😊

[@priyanka0202]

You Nailed Dis one...i too feel sleepsuits are more important than ny other peice of clothing for babies.i was also planning a similar video soon

[@Feelgoodmama]

mommy ways I love sleep suits, yeah looking forward to your video, we need more such videos from Indian mommies!

[@vipulasikri]

I've been looking at tons of videos around on baby and mommy essentials n all about pregnancy but most of them have been by foreign women. Only your video from the Indian ones made some sense to me. good work. plz keep coming up with more videos on pregnancy, new born baby stuff.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Vipula Sikri really appreciate your comment, thanks, will make more videos soon, got a little caught up lately 😀

[@vipulasikri]

I hope to see it. I m also struggling with planning as I am only in second trim. If you could also talk about fitness and yoga that I have found is super important during this time and relaxing as well , it would be great.

[@anambenish337]

Vipula Sikri a

[@nehavickyverma6254]

Very nice one. Loved it.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Neha Vicky Verma happy that you liked it 😘

[@reemasharma3655]

hi vidya lucky i found you onnyou tube i am overseas and alone and had no clue what to buy what to do once baby arrives. Your guidance is so simple, easy to get and straight forward and to the point too. I gonna do the same as i am due in october. A compliment from my side is that i love to hear you even with my eyes closed coz you are so soft spoken and have a melodious voice. Keep up this good work of advising and your every video is very informative. God bless.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you so much Reema, that is such a sweet compliment! Being away from family made me nervous too, but you'll feel really good once you do everything yourself :) All the best for your pregnancy!

[@reemasharma3655]

Feel good mama thanks Vidya😊

[@AmitChaudhary-qx5mc]

Thank you mam. So humble and polite.. 🙏

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you so much

[@user.0912_]

Your videos are very good, due in October and it's first pregnancy hve no idea,your videos are really helpful, need a help in nappies and diapers, cotton nappies for new born if possible could you post the link.i saw the link in the description the u shape nappies, do they absorb

[@suvarnashirke766]

This is realy helpful... Make video on baby gear also

[@monikaprakash9345]

Very nice and helpful and detailed video. Way of talking is very nice

[@shubhangikansal8625]

Very very helpful

[@montyybucksincpurakiki6198]

Very informative video keep coming

[@Aminaiftikhar106]

Superb.. Thanks

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you

[@neelu1784]

Hi vidya.. love the way u explained all the needs.. my due date is in Jan that means snow baby.. any additional things should I add to my list other than what u mentioned & will cotton clothes work during this time?

[@soumibasak4695]

Hi, Can u plz help me out with what clothes to buy for newborn born in uk winter? I am confused what to make the baby wear whole day for cosy feeling and warmth as well.

[@SumithaRenu]

Hi I m first time mom to be. As I work, I have no idea wat to buy. First time in my life I didn't skip the 19minutes.22sec video. Bcoz u sound so gentle and the background music too not disturbing. Ur video definitely gave idea. I am gonna watch this video again with my hubby and will also ask my mom to watch it. As they will get an idea too. It will b good if you mention the brand names. I m subscribing your channel. I m 32 weeks mom to be for twins 😊😊 love from Chennai

[@Feelgoodmama]

Double congratulations to you! Thank you so much for your comment. So glad that the video was of use :) Good luck!

[@meghar733]

Thank you for such an informative video and helping million mothers out there. Can you share the link for the syringe. Facing difficulty in administering the saline spray. Looking forward for your response

[@anumat2017]

Thnku for sharing its really helpful

[@Feelgoodmama]

My pleasure Anu 😊

[@pranotiathani]

What kind of Car Seat and Stroller did you use? Has anybody used the stroller that comes with a bassinet and car seat? Is it more helpful than a regular stroller car seat combo?

[@passion_project]

Love to watch u n love d way u talk.. Very useful vdo dear..

[@Feelgoodmama]

Anushree Banik thank you so much 😘

[@kritika462]

Hey, curious to know which all products like baby body wash, shampoo and cream u used

[@sangeethaarulmozhi9553]

Hi Mam am not a mother yet but the reason to search seeing videos like this is because of my sister she is a mother of cute prince of our family ur so awesome in explaining very nice

[@Feelgoodmama]

Sangeetha Arulmozhi it's so sweet of you to support your sister! Thank you so much for you comment ☺️

[@himabindu8729]

Hii.. absolutely useful video. loved how basic and essential the list was. But it would have been nice if you could add a list and links of the things you were talking about.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Himabindu good point, I didn't want to be brand specific, but I'll include a list in the description right away, do keep the feedback coming, it really helpful!

[@JoyMama4u]

Loved it.. I am highly inspired by you ,,,❤️

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[@JoyMama4u]

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[@technow4812]

nice and helpful

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thanks :)

[@MummakiDuniya3Ds]

Hi wanted to know which app u use for editing videos

[@nushusmomaanurichayadav1728]

Hi,Please share the link for blanket for baby ..which you have shown in this video.

[@LiLKrishivBornToShine]

Hi i love watching your videos could you please help me with the size of mothercare tshirts and sleepsuits for new born

[@surbhiaggarwal9139]

Hi, Can you please share the link of crib/cot/bassinet because I m finding it very difficult to finalize on this as I want to have a crib which can be kept open from one side for co-sleeping.

[@sanchaitachatterjee1842]

thank i soo much

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thanks for watching

[@niveditadas8617]

Very useful

[@soniachoudhury3036]

So beautiful voice 👍👍

[@prathibhars]

Hi 😊 good information and loved your way of presenting 👍 could you please include a link of the brands or sites from where you bought the different items. Thanks.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you so much for watching, yes will do :)

[@anketasastri349]

Hi vidya...I luv ur voice....I m due in dec...please can u help me with a good baby detergent brand which can be used for new born clothing

[@shk1176]

Can you do a skin care video love your skin texture

[@arihantcraftsandcreationsj9630]

Can u pls tell me the brands of the products which u had used for ur new born baby

[@bulbulmajumdar7083]

I love your explanation a lot dear. Plz advice some mosquito repelent also. Bcoz only mosquito net is not always enough.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Something with citronella is supposed to be safe and effective.

[@shivanisharma4983]

Hi Vidya. Torn between all the baby sleeping options - cribs/bassinets and what have you. Did you eventually shift him to a cot after the rocking crib for a few months? was the rocking function useful? Want to have minimal things but want to make each one count in terms of the use I get and the peace they provide :D thanks.

[@Feelgoodmama]

I know the confusion, We used the crib until about a year and then now a floor bed (basically just a mattress on the floor, you can look up its benefits) Co sleeping did not really work for me, and it really varies. It is hard to plan before the baby comes, never know what they are going to like. The rocking function was useful only in the very beginning, not in the long run. If you want to keep things minimal, I would suggest a co sleeper and then go from there. A small bouncer will also do the trick for rocking.

[@saimore1222]

Hi.. I am 9 week pregnant..this video is is so helpful..

[@Feelgoodmama]

I'm so glad, congrats on your pregnancy!

[@islamicvedios4774]

Good job

[@LivingwithManali]

With coronavirus lockdown here, it's difficult to find baby essentials. 😅Its better to prepare before hand.

[@vsravanivadapalli]

Hi ...sister...nice channel..it's really good information..and helpful to all mom's..I like ur videos..hope ...u did great job...all d best..keep it up...

[@Feelgoodmama]

Sravani Vadapalli hey Sravani! Thank you so much for watching my videos 😘

[@swathiig3738]

Awesome Job. Keep up the great work. great goin. :-) am in love with ur videos. Thanq so much.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Swathii G thank you so much, means a lot! Do let me know what you would like to see next

[@swathiig3738]

Feel good mama i have already requested u to talk abt pre pregnancy, TTC, getting pregnant & all if u remember, I commented on one of ur past videos recently.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Swathii G oh yes, I remember, already made a note! Will make that video soon!

[@nehasharma-gc5nm]

I like your videos , my due date is in oct and here is super cold in Canada . I m confused wht should I buy for my baby for inside house . Bcz it’s too much cold outside and we have normal temperature inside . Should I buy cotton sleeper, one piece for sleeping and inside house ??

[@Feelgoodmama]

I would suggest buying clothes suitable for indoors, because you probably won't take the baby out much in the first 2 months. Cotton sleepers are really good, and you can swaddle the baby if needed with a light muslin blanket. Keep baby warm but make sure not to overheat the baby. After the baby comes you can buy some warm clothes to take him/her out.

[@poojakshatriya13]

Hi , Really loved your video. Love the way you give all the information. I live in US and my due date is 23rd. Thank you so much for all the information.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thanks for watching and congratulations. Is it 23rd December? You are so close!

[@poojakshatriya13]

My bad .. i forgot to write the month lol... Its January 2018

[@poojakshatriya13]

Hey do you have any Video on best brands on baby essential ?

[@Feelgoodmama]

Pooja Chauhan haha it’s still close, all the best! 😘

[@vedavathikaatika509]

hi..congrats ur due date is 23rd....might be very excited...

[@reenavaz1]

Very nice video , big thumbs up Vidya

[@Feelgoodmama]

Indian Twin Mom Thanks so much dear!

[@GHUNJAIN]

Can you recommend which is safe for kids

[@akankshasingh7640]

Very nice video 👍

[@mehrinkhan5606]

watching again for baby 2

[@Feelgoodmama]

yay!

[@RajRaj-zc1cc]

Can you tell the which size of mothercare sidesnap tshirt will suit for newborn ?

[@chembakamsowmya1396]

It's really helpful and the way u said is really cool.. Thank you.. I'll get my hospital bag ready soon ♥️

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thanks, good luck with your pregnancy!

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[@PrangyaKitchen]

so nice dear

[@user-qn1oo6vs4y]

Very useful...tnk u

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thank you

[@amruta_u]

My baby is now 4 months old. I'd watched this video when I was carrying him and it helped me a lot. Thanks a ton, Vidya.

[@Feelgoodmama]

So happy to hear that, thanks and congratulations!

[@kiranpalakurthy3477]

Can you please recommend any brand for sleepsuits and hats? Thanks

[@Feelgoodmama]

In India, mothercare is the best I found.

[@shivanisharma4983]

Hey do you think a changing pad is helpful? Also what about bath chairs..? Thanks

[@Feelgoodmama]

Sorry missed this comment earlier, yes a changing pad was super helpful in the first year. I used a tub with an infant mesh in the very beginning, chairs are good too.

[@shivanisharma4983]

Thanks a ton.

[@priyankadarpan]

Very useful video for me. Thanks for sharing!! It would be more comfortable for me if you can share the links of all purchased products. Specially want to buy nail cutter kit but couldn't find on amazon as u said. Thanks in advance!! Pls share soon😍😍 Ps:share ur baby's pics. Love to c him❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Feelgoodmama]

Priyanka Darpan I'll put a list in the description right away, thanks for pointing it out, I didn't want to include any brands in this video. And I found a similar kit in a baby store too.

[@Feelgoodmama]

Baby boy will make an appearance soon, I also am waiting for you guys to see him!!!

[@Ashitarawat]

Good upload

[@Feelgoodmama]

Thanks

[@shaziaanjum1]

Hey,, which brand that swaddle blankets are,, and where did you get them and the clothes and also the infant tub

[@Feelgoodmama]

Shaziya Anjum the muslin blankets are by Aden and Anais, I got them on Amazon, they are a bit expensive but last for a long time.. clothes are mostly by carters or mothercare, and the tub was from Amazon too. Hope this helps

[@abhilashasurari]

pls suggest the gripe water with natural ingredients?

[@syedamasnoon4479]

Hi dear. I'm expecting and in my 20th week. I want to know if bottle warmer, sanitiser, breast pump are these really needed? If yes then pls tell me which brands are best to buy. Thans!

[@Feelgoodmama]

They are helpful if you need to bottle feed. You can even buy them after baby arrives, I like the Medela or Philips Avent pumps.

[@PD-qi4ms]

Thanks for the video:) Which brand Gripe water, pls suggest

[@Feelgoodmama]

I used Mother's bliss, be sure to check ingredients in whichever one you use

[@mehrinkhan5606]

baby skin care video would be a best step

[@Feelgoodmama]

I have one on this channel!

[@sweetysweety2481]

Hi Vidya, can you please suggest best baby wash cloths , towels, blankets and bedsheets? I’m really confused.. thanks for your help in advance

[@Feelgoodmama]

Go for pure cotton as much as you can, avoid synthetic fabrics. I love muslin cloth for babies.

[@akankshakaul744]

hi which brand do you suggest for new born bath essentials like soap shampoo lotion...

[@Feelgoodmama]

It depends on your baby's skin, I tried a few different brands before finding one that suited his dry skin.

[@srilakshmidurga6225]

Hi, I found this video very helpful... I am due this November with my first baby. I also stay in the US. Did you plan to bring in any baby essentials and things for you from India considering availability (in the US) and the price(expensive) too?

[@Feelgoodmama]

Congratulations! Not baby essentials, but my mom bought some things for me. Things like edible gum (gond) and nuts laddus, and something called "telagapindi" (telugu term). Some of my friends who had baby girls got Indian traditional clothes for the baby as well, they are so cute. You get pretty much everything here otherwise.

[@srilakshmidurga6225]

Thanks for the reply ... Yea even my mom is bringing telagapindi :)

[@muneeramuneer9088]

Can u please share the link of ur baby bath tub

[@divyasrinivasan12]

Hi Vidhya , thanks so much for your list ... it was really helpful ... just wanted to check ,will the crib be okay with the new born from day One, ? I’m planning to make her sleep alone from day one . If cribs are okay from day 1- can u pls help me with the size of the crib on which one to buy? I live in the USA if it helps u with letting me know the sizing... thanks in advance 😊

[@Feelgoodmama]

We used a rocking mini crib (da vinci) when my son was a newborn. You can get a standard crib that converts into a full sized bed, or a mini crib that can be used until 2 years of age. We also used a rocker in the first 2 months because he was gassy and an incline helped him sleep.

[@divyasrinivasan12]

Feel good mama thanks Vidhya ... 😊

[@O891THEN]

my baby is 2 months now

[@villagevlogs978]

Pls mam make a video on summer born baby plz specially products and clothes plz

[@Feelgoodmama]

The list is mostly the same, you may need some extra cotton tops and bottoms. Avoid synthetic clothes. Coconut oil is better during the summer as it is cooling. Good luck!

[@akankshakaul744]

please suggest which washclothes to buy for new born. please share the link if you have.

[@Feelgoodmama]

I like 100% cotton washcloth the best, nothing fancy, I also love the muslin squares to wipe delicate skin. I have these two: www.amazon.com/Matimati-Bamboo-Baby-Washcloths-6-pack/dp/B00YVA2CA6/ref=sr_1_1?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1505111076&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=baby+washcloths&psc=1 www.amazon.in/Spasilk-Washcloths-Blue-Dino-10-Count/dp/B00FLXBLJU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1505111107&sr=8-1&keywords=baby+washcloth+spasilk

[@kavita384]

Hi ... I could find only 3 months old ones for the side buttoned shirt... is it ok for new Borns

[@Feelgoodmama]

Some babies fit into 0-3 months size right away. You can try them.

[@ayeshaali6483]

Hello there. M a momma-to-be in 6 weeks. Which would be winter baby. Can you plz suggest baby essentials nd clothes for cold??? TIA

[@Feelgoodmama]

It is usually suggested to put one extra layer of clothing from what we wear on baby. However newborns do not regulate heat well, so make sure not to over dress them. Swaddling also helps.