Bathtub
The Skip Hop Moby Smart Sling 3-Stage Bath Tub is comfortable for the baby, and has 3 positions so it will grow with your child for the first year. Other bathtubs are not comfortable for the baby, or don’t have the ‘ages and stages’ component. This one has a hidden hook in the back so you can hang it up to dry, and a drain at the bottom of the tub so you can easily drain the water out into your bathtub.
Towels / Washcloths
The HIPHOP Panda Baby Washcloths are made from bamboo and come in a 6-pack - you’ll need these to wipe the baby down in the bath. These muslin hooded baby towels are great for drying the baby post bath and don’t have a kitschy design- just place the hood over the head and wrap the baby in the body of the towel and you’re done.
Pacifiers
No, they’re not addicting, and once you pop one in you’ll understand that they do serve a purpose. The BIBS Pacifiers are the best because they have a long piece of rubber that doesn’t fall out of the baby’s mouth like the other brands (we’ve tried them all). And they’re BPA free and made of natural rubber.
Nail Clippers
Don’t waste your time with the electric nail files and all the attachments - babies have real nails and Safety 1st’s Baby Nail Clippers are so easy to use, with built-in lights for safety.
Bouncer
The BabyBjorn Bouncer is an absolute must - baby can start sitting in this in the first couple months and it keeps them very happy while you can do your chores without holding them (even go to the bathroom!). Add the toy bar attachment to keep them entertained when they’re a little older.
High Chair
The Stokke Tripp Trapp is a classic Scandinavian design from the 70s that aims to seat all kids at the table with the adults. This set comes with the newborn attachment and baby set, so you can eat at the dinner next to your child from infancy, and you won’t need to buy another high chair.
Baby Carrier
The BabyBjorn Baby Carrier Mini is the perfect option to strap the baby onto you for naps or walks, really whatever you want to do while the baby is attached to you safely.
Play Gym
Lovevery’s Play Gym is the perfect mat to start tummy time on and comes with age appropriate learning materials that are suitable for various stages of the first year of life.