What to have when having a baby

In our introductory post, a 9ja baby blog reader requested for an idea of list of things to buy when expecting a baby, or in her own words, "baby things". Here is a list I have compiled from the things I needed myself, when I was having Efosa. I hope it guides you:

1. Baby bed and beddings

2. Baby bath

3. Baby carrier  (optional)

4. Baby bag

5. Baby Wipes

6. Towels for baby

7. Socks and mittens

8. Shawl

9. Blanket

10. Combs

11. Overall/vests

12. Antiseptic e.g Dettol, Savlon.

13. Baby products- baby lotion, baby oil, baby soap, baby wash, baby powder. 

14. Mentholatum

15. Methylated Spirit

16. Cotton wool

17. Diaper rash cream/ointment

18. Sanitary Towels for mother

19.Diapers. e.g Huggies/Pampers

20. Baby caps

21. Flannels

22. Baby food warmer

23. Feeding bottles 

24. Big water flask

25. Baby rack/hanger for clothes-stainless steel

26. Pegs

27. Cotton bud

28. Soap dish/sponge

29. Baby bips

30. Baby's 1st wear

31. Baby sweater 

32. Baby sleep suit

33. Baby food

34. Sterilizing unit.

Note: Never buy too many baby clothes of the same size and age category (e.g 3-6months, 6-9months). This is because our babies grow so fast that they sometimes don't even  get to wear most of the beautiful clothes we have bought.

 For baby's skin, I advice you use olive oil or original coconut oil for the baby's 1st 6months, this is because our babies' skins are very delicate and some of the synthetic baby products have chemicals in them which do not conform with baby's skin. 

I was a victim myself. Just because I wanted my baby to smell really nice, I ended up with products that aren't meant for his skin. Good thing is I learnt fast and switched to coconut oil before i finally settled for a product that has been very good for his skin type.

A product that works for one baby might not work for another. It is always good to know your baby's skin type (dry or oily skin) before investing in products

Things for Mother to take to Hospital for Delivery

1. Nightgown

2. Toilet Roll 

3. Small bowl

4. Bathroom slippers

5. Toothbrush n toothpaste

6. Towel

7.Antiseptic

8. Bathing soap

9. Soapdish

10. Sponge

11. Hair net

12. Bra and panties

14. Wrapper

15. Free loose wear

16. Sanitary towels-Comfit or Always