WHAT YOU ACTUALLY NEED *and don’t* FOR BABY | Baby Essentials & Products I Regret Buying 2024

[@michellereedg]

What was your must-used baby item someone shouldn’t forget to add to their registry? ❤

[@Mbaumgartner227]

Looove the UPPAbaby vista stroller system!! I also love that you gave advice of going outside- that has been game changing!!! Going outside and hanging in the backyard instantly calms my baby

[@DevvyK]

Burp cloths/muslin blankets! They are so versatile! They clean up his spit up, drool, spills, keep him warm, cover him from the sun or rain, use to lay him down, etc. they really are amazing

[@laurenearhart7058]

Diaper caddy! It makes it easier when going room to room, having diapers everywhere is a must!

[@kristenwheeley2863]

I got the halo bassinest and it is amazing! I had an unplanned c-section and I can't imagine having anything else

[@margarethaws473]

Not most used but my baby also spit up a lot and burp cloths weren't big enough - so my sister gave me the tip of buying flannel blankets and using them instead! This made such a big difference for us!

[@EmmieDanch2]

"...they really just want you." That is some mamma wisdom right there ❤

[@michellereedg]

☺️💭

[@konjevodruzica5270]

Sooo true, baby only wants mumy❤

[@araci88]

I love that you keep your baby’s identity out of camera. Not many family bloggers respect their kids and put them in the public eye for financial purposes. I love that you respect your baby in this way. ❤

[@jessranalco]

currently building my registry and the overwhelm is REAL. Thankful for this. I think people overhype how much babies cost/ how much you need. Obviously taking care of a child will require more time and money but these videos show that its not impossible or way out of reach!

[@MissDarknSpooky]

I think how much a kiddo cost depends on the kiddo. The most expensive thing looking back was special formula, that stuff was expensive. I don't regret buying it, because my kiddo is happy and healthy and alive but gosh was it a bank breaker.

[@ThriftandKneadwithAnnaMarie]

Thank you for making motherhood seem less intimidating! I love your minimalistic approach!!

[@nadaa5942]

I love the way this video is filmed and edited! The change of scene every now and then really kept me hooked.

[@julianneackerman8172]

Yes, making a registry can be so overwhelming! When I started mine, I kept hearing your voice saying you didn’t need every single thing there is and just that helped so much. ❤ Love your motherhood videos as I prep for my baby! 🥰

[@scarlettmeyers7012]

I love this video! And I love how you’re just going about your day, telling us what are your faves and regret purchases. So calm and casual, feels like I’m hanging out with a friend/sister. I’m expecting my first in November, so I’m taking all the notes 🤍

[@420luvr12]

do i have a baby? no. will i watch the whole thing? absolutely

[@michellereedg]

& I love you for this, thank you 🤭

[@ninas4968]

😅❤

[@elizabethcore2156]

We used our basic target diaper bag for 3 yrs with our first, and now are using it with our second. I have reflux kids so having multiple outfits and burp cloths on hand, plus diapers etc was a must have for us. Once my first got older it became his toy/coloring bag for going out, and a change of clothes once potty training. For anyone on the fence about items, you don’t need the bougie brands especially since your baby may not like a certain swing, lounger, etc. Ingenuity brand from Walmart, Graco etc all work great.

[@kaylabaker6068]

This was such a fun way to do this video by showing your day! I love how minimalistic you are!

[@mandywinter8871]

Mom of 6 here. My must-have baby item that many people don't think about is a nose freida. My babies always got congested, and they hated having their noses cleaned but it helped so much.

[@trendingwithtori]

I love the way you filmed this!

[@ilovemimes]

I have basically watched every single “baby must haves and regrets” video posted on KZbin in the last year or two, and this was by far the most fun and enjoyable! I loved the way you took us through your day and naturally discussed the products as they came up. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us!

[@michellereedg]

oh thanks so much! ❤️

[@bekahhisnanick7]

I always love seeing your videos pop up! I just commented on Kristin Johns video that you and her are the only KZbinrs I watch. Ya'll are just so chill and your videos are the best "personal time" for this momma!

[@MKSpeakz]

First time mom, having my baby girl in November ❤️ (she’s due Thanksgiving!) I’m so nervous but so excited. This is a literal dream come true for my husband and I ❤

[@michellereedg]

oh so fun 💛 similar timeline to our babe, such a sweet time of year to welcome your baby!

[@__cami]

I literally created my registry with this video. Thank you ❤️

[@_lexiskipper]

I'm not a mom, just a fan of yours, but just had to say I LOVE how you formatted this video! So unique and almost DIML style. Loved it

[@thelifeofelle1389]

I always hear parents talking about how bad their diaper pails smell. Just gonna say that for my bathroom, I have this small plastic $5-10 store brand trash can (with a lid) from Walmart that my family uses for flushable wipes (you all can probably guess what they're for) and it has never once smelled! It was one of my biggest fears when I first got it, but nope it's all good! And we take it out only once a week

[@michellereedg]

Drop that link! 😮

[@nicoleesio7896]

We love having a camera in the car. It stays put and works great for us.

[@brookeleann1]

I have the car seat camera and LOVE it- they’re inexpensive and so much better than the mirror

[@dietfunda]

+1

[@kimn893]

I’m also a first time mom due in July. Your videos have been so helpful on my journey. Thank you so much! You’re doing a wonderful job ❤

[@michellereedg]

thank you for the support! ❤️

[@JuliaWhite232]

I’ve heard (and seen a video) of the sun reflecting off the car mirror and burning the car seat. It immediately sold me on the camera instead of the mirror! Also if the mirror is already falling off I’d definitely make the switch because it can become a projectile object in an accident!! ❤

[@aly7409]

This got posted right when I sat down for my 3 hour glucose test. Thankful to have this to help pass the time!! 💕

[@michellereedg]

ahhh praying for good results ☺️

[@shandisfancher8766]

I second this! You’ve got this mama, whatever the outcome 🥰

[@lexifowee5447]

Michelle!!! Thank you so much for posting, I’ve been so looking forward to this. Currently 15 weeks with our rainbow baby after 2 years of infertility 🫶❤

[@HazelsCatMom]

We ended up just getting an 8 gallon trash can and scented 13 gallon bags from glade for the diapers in the nursery it works perfectly and no smell. I even asked a guest to confirm 😂 it was full yesterday on thanksgiving and they said there was none.

[@karlaannphotography5695]

Cozy blanket, bottle water heater, bibs and sound machine, Frida baby nose sucker non electric is perfect, better than electric because you can use the amount of force you need while using it, electric one just doesn’t really rwach (straBaby did not really like pacifiers. Baby bassinet with wheels or that swivels for sleeping in our bedroom during cold winter nights & newborn phase. Baby carrier after 4 months is great, Baby activity center sitter after 6 months and decluttering for sure helps a lot with peace of mind.

[@BloodSweatandFears]

Just my advice is you are an outdoorsy person, two strollers is definitely needed. Strollers that are hardy enough for things like hiking are not very good for going through a store/dr office. 😂 I can’t tell you how many times I got my jogging/hiking stroller stuck in a store or knocked things down with it!

[@emilyfield9072]

My husband and I both have the car cameras and we absolutely love them! They are worth it for sure and only like $30!

[@christianglamour]

Would you be able to share your routine/any tips for bottle feeding? For example, cleaning bottles, prepping bottles, etc. I just started my bottle feeding journey and I have yet to find my flow - should I make one at a time, all the bottles for the day, wash as I go, wash once a day… there are so many moving parts! I’d love any insights 😄

[@mariahpangelinan3488]

Love this! As a mom of one and another on the way I have been putting off creating any type of list or registry because I don’t want to get sucked into the rabbit hole of consumerism. This time around I really just want essentials and a solly baby wrap. Also love the white ruffle top you have on mid video. Please share where you got it!? ❤

[@RebeckaZapata]

Thank you for this video. I can’t wait to watch your nesting video.

[@HelloMoto_]

I love the Munchkin diaper pale, it doesn’t smell and the bags actually do fit a lot of diapers. & for mommy’s who are breastfeeding and bottle feeding the Avent Phillips natural nipples are soo good and they don’t cause nipple confusion.

[@nuriadubon5761]

I really enjoyed this. I completely agree that they need less than what the world tells you. Thank you for sharing ♥️

[@kristismyk1930]

My 8 month old is still obsessed with her fisher price piano haha ❤

[@rita2506]

Yessss!

[@tiffanystrattan]

I loved the cloud island sleepers when my baby girl was a newborn.

[@Paheena1]

This is super helpful! Thank you. Also, where are your quilted vests from?

[@pomfret0804]

I’m thankful for this! ❤❤❤

[@amandaetheredge8266]

I really liked the way you did this video! The car camera is waaaay better than the mirror!!!

[@emmareckzin]

This is such a helpful video, thank you!! Currently pregnant with my first and due in April next year (a ways to go!) but trying to get our registry done early (especially with black Friday/Christmas coming up in the next few months) and it is SO overwhelming! I have to keep taking breaks haha 😅 A question for you regarding the stroller and car seat - my husband and I are looking to get the Uppababy Vista and wondered if you found the ability to attach the car seat to the stroller handy? We're debating between getting an Uppababy infant car seat for this or going with a different car seat that grows with baby but doesn't attach to the stroller.

[@catherinedonohoe2641]

Michelle this was SO welll done!! I love how you filmed it. Especially the end🥲

[@michellereedg]

thank you!! ☺️

[@KimberleighBills]

Have the car camera- love it and mine was not that expensive. Got it on Amazon

[@elizabethahren]

Yay! I've been waiting for this one! Our first is due in August. Thanks for the advice Michelle!!

[@wiltedspinachcat3472]

i think i saw that the string toy he had at like 18:10 was recalled

[@abby21elizabeth]

Don’t have kids and not pregnant but keeping this info in mind for in the future😌

[@maggierubin8403]

me not married with no kids still taking so many mental notes AHAHA

[@clairenovak11]

I love this approach to a classic “sit down” video. Kinda like just a chatty vlog!

[@faithbigelow-yx3uj]

Ty for this my baby boy comes in march

[@sallyparker11]

I’m so glad I watched this video, because the thumbnail kind of annoyed me 😅 I found silverettes and a baby carrier so unnecessary, but 20 months in I still use a good sized nappy bag almost every time we leave the house. Especially with a toddler, because you need to have snacks and toys on hand 😅 I love that the direction of the video is more about what you personally liked/disliked and why. It’s always good to hear different perspectives, because there are truly so few “absolute must haves” for every single parent!

[@lenahenriksen7000]

So excited to watch! Just had my baby shower last weekend, Baby #1 is arriving in about 4 weeks😌 loving all the mom content as I’m almost in that stage too🫶🏻

[@michellereedg]

oh so much fun, so excited for you! 🪺

[@mikaelabeth]

Amen to the silverettes!

[@colonelquakers]

thanks Michelle! I’m making a registry right now and so overwhelmed 😂 this is helpful!

[@mansoor3159]

Michelle is so so so motivating and everytime she post's a new vlog it's put a smile on my face.💗😀😀

[@michellereedg]

oh thank you so much ☺️

[@TalesbyTayls]

Peds Np here, this is awesome Michelle ❤ looooove the bio Gaia for colicky babes I gasped when you showed them

[@HeavyInYourArms12]

Michelle i love your baby related videos ❤!! Me and my husband are expecting our first child and i feel so overwhelmed!I try to be prepared to have everything we need but i always think that i should buy something new because we must have it! I loved what you said about our babies just want us. Also i love how you treat your dog now that you have a baby. So many people tell me that now that i will have a baby i will not need my dog anymore but my dog is part of our family not an accessory to throw away. I cannot wait for my dog to meet his little human brother 😊😊 keep uploading amazing videos!!❤

[@VanillaCokeFriends]

I literally just opened KZbin to look up just this and saw you posted! So excited!

[@KatieDandKids]

I love starting my day with your videos! Such a beautiful family and you’re such a wonderful mother!

[@michellereedg]

thank you 🥹💜

[@heatherf614]

What high chair do you use and do you like it?

[@jjjjjjahhshshsh8045]

Thank you!!♥️

[@carrieprivette3032]

We used a bedside playpen with a drop down side and basinette level from newborn to 9m old as our primary crib. The mesh sides keep the pacifiers in and it grew with him. He still uses it at 2.5 when we travel. We upgraded the mattress to a Hiccapop one too.

[@hannalyon9856]

Thank you for this !! Due in August with my first and I’m just so overwhelmed with all the products !! 🤍

[@sarahardelean0808]

So helpful, thank you💗 I’m 31 weeks watching this :)

[@Athenasavoie1]

I’m curious about the Donna car seat stroller. For mamas that have it, do you feel that it’s not sanitary since the wheels roll on the ground then prop up and touch the seat when in the car ? That’s my only concern I’m curious what mamas that have it think of it ❤

[@michellereedg]

I believe they sell a mat you can set down on your seat, may be more sanitary!

[@hollyybeth]

Two of my family members love their car baby camera!!

[@livelovelax99]

The car camera is amazing! I feel like i don’t have to keep looking into my rear view over and over to get a good view. The cheap ones on Amazon work just great!

[@TheVanessaLife]

Omg thank you for this! I am currently due in July and I brought and got a lot of stuff already but part of me wonders if am missing out on some products or if the product was unnecessary😭 there are so many products and it’s so overwhelming

[@megancox9549]

This will be helpful, thanks for sharing and how you actually use the products.

[@elo_cin]

You're so amazing!

[@emilyfiri]

I loved this style of video for you! Was so realistic and down to earth!!🥰

[@bridgetshawn]

Thank you for posting Michelle! Just wanted to add if it’s helpful for anyone, another con to the Nanit monitor - I am a nanny and used this for a family. I loved being able to have it on my phone, BUT one time after leaving for the day, no matter how many times I closed the app or turned my phone on and off again, I could still hear the noises from it (in live time of their room!!) so creepy!! I obviously told them right away and the dad fixed it, but definitely do not recommend this baby monitor even though it is convenient.

[@jordanlouie6603]

Not planning to have a baby anytime soon but I love seeing you as a mom and hearing all these insights!

[@michellereedg]

oh thank you you’re sweet for still watching!

[@kaitlinbreon]

Love the message that every baby is so different! I mean they are like a whole person lol just small 😂 What one baby loves another might hate. You know your baby best 👌

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Good morning Michelle happy Friday morning and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

[@MomsPostnatalGuide]

I will try it with your baby ♥

[@kaylaferkalo]

Don’t give up on the snuggle me just yet lol you’ll love it with the next baby!

[@tiffyjacobs7172]

Michelle, try the Munchkin diaper pale! It’s amazing. No smell either. You get these fresheners that go on the inside. Change them out every few months. They’re not overbearing with scent either. You’ll absolutely love it!! The liners are super easy too.

[@user0789_sf]

Wheres your pink vest from?

[@michellereedg]

Etsy!

[@jackiejmnnz]

As I’m about to be a mama of 2.. this video definitely helped.

[@estherz.971]

Watching your videos are always therapeutic🥰

[@katiex07]

Not the snuggle me lounger!! 😂 that was our top baby item lol. My 15 month old still loves it! But to be fair, she didn’t mind being put down and chilling- opposite of a velcro baby

[@michellereedg]

I knew that one would be controversial 😂 I really wish he liked it because it’s such a great idea! Maybe baby #2 in the future will be a fan… haha

[@Erin_29]

My baby is 14 months next Tuesday and she's a super super velcro child 😅 I cannot ever put her down with her yelling at me😂💕

[@hopeishere563]

LOVEEEE the Doona!!!

[@amyann47]

One of my babies had reflux and yes, the loungers were a no-go. The baby bjorn was our favorite.

[@Mbaumgartner227]

Love these kind of videos!!! ❤️ Thank you so much for sharing!! Love seeing all of the similarities and recommendations too!! Hope you guys have a good holiday weekend! 💕

[@michellereedg]

yay thank you!! enjoy your weekend ☀️

[@bristevens.]

I needed this thank you!! 🥲🥲🫶

[@meghan623]

Our baby wouldn't take a bottle when she was really little, which was tough. I don't think I would have gotten through it without the Brest Friend nursing pillow. I think that would be my only specific must-have for a newborn if you're not bottle feeding. I will say it made life much easier when she finally started taking one!

[@heidi8219]

You look like a combination of KZbinr Devin Cordle and Mandy Moore!

[@brittanystevieg7734]

BIG THANKS for this! Im due with our first baby in November & haven't even started shopping or a registry, simply because its so dang overwhelming! haha 😛😊

[@maddynw]

Just a general question to the mamas out there: do parents just not use the regular no-camera baby monitors anymore?? It seems like everyone only ever uses camera monitors but what happened to the traditional ones like we had growing up that are just a little walkie-talkie-looking speaker where baby has one and parent takes the other with them. Is there a reason people don’t use them as much anymore? The camera ones kind of creep me out ngl but let me know how you all like them, I am very curious! (I’m not a mom yet but thinking ahead to the future)

[@katiex07]

The video gives me so much peace of mind. We do a non-wifi one because I definitely don’t want wifi, but I like to be able to see my little one. It definitely helps ease some anxiety. Like if she’s silent all night- is she sleeping through the night, or is she gone? No way to know unless I go in her room and disturb her by opening the door. And with just noise, I would assume she’s wide awake ready to go when I hear her but she’s not always. Sometimes she’s just talking herself back to sleep. With the video, I’ll see if she’s laying down trying to fall back asleep or if she’s standing in her crib ready to get up. Without the video I wouldn’t know and would probably go in to get her at times when she’s actually going back to sleep.

[@annakaren9992]

I think the walkie talkie ones are good if you are only going to check on baby if they cry or make noise, but I personally also wanted to be able to see that my baby was breathing 🫣 so I went with the momcozy monitor that has a great camera

[@SkyaStanley]

Yes! I only do the sound monitor. Honestly, a monitor is definitely not a must have. Baby usually stays in the same room as mom and dad in the first few months/year, and even after that, if they cry, you can usually hear them! Do whatever works for your family.

[@jordanherrera4501]

Snuggle me/doc a tot are so essential for 2nd/3rd babies!

[@heather6404]

My daughter just turned one and we've used her diaper backpack one time out and about. We leave it in the car now "just in case" but we never use it. Same with her changing table. We used the portable pads from when she was first born and we still find those so much more convenient then having a designated spot for it. Everyone's living situation and baby is different, great advice though!

[@michellereedg]

totally agree! I think if we had a two story house I wouldn’t care for a changing table 😅

[@victoriaehrbar1497]

What size outdoor blanket did you get?

[@everly773]

I saw you have the Lovevery play gym. Is it worth the price tag? I want to buy it but it's an investment. 😊

[@michellereedg]

yes we really love it!

[@gracekindall558]

We have 3 boys 5 and under, and we somehow fit 3 convertible carseats in the back of our Toyota camry 😂 I honestly don't know how that's possible, but it's working for now 🤷‍♀️

[@tiffyjacobs7172]

The baby bjorn bouncer has been a life saver for me. My baby loves it. He is 4 months old and knows how to bounce himself. I wanted to baby wear so bad and I have the Tula. It has hard to do when he was really little so I will try again soon now that he’s almost 5 ml the old.

[@bristevens.]

This is my second baby and building my registry has me so stressed 😅

[@doravalencia2214]

Lol I love how different babies are.. I had so many burp clothes, I also have the least spitty baby ever so that was a waste for us 🙃

[@am15marta]

Just what i needed! Im 33 weeks and starting to nest :)

[@michellereedg]

so fun that was my favorite time! 🥹🪺

[@newshapeymani9119]

Get the Vtech over the crib baby monitor!! It has a monitor and connects to wifi/on your phone!

[@reseysworld]

When I built my baby registry I had to edit it down a little. We don’t need all of that stuff.

[@TattedTrad.]

I’m having twins this October and am worried about the breast feeding, I would love a whole video on this if you are up for it :)

[@michellereedg]

don’t be worried! I’d just go into it with an open mind ☺️❤️