**** July 2014 Mummies ****

[Phoebes_mum]

Watching telly with my laptop on my knees so sort of resting!

 

[sozzy]

Sounds good to me I'm off to bed.. Night all xx

 

[sammiammiammi]

Hi ladies, I've not posted for a few days, I went back at work Monday and it's totally wide me out... Hoping I'll sleep better tonight cuz I'm so tired...

I have a question for all those not having their first baby... What things did you find essential and what were a load of crap??? I've been looking at kezzas list but there is so much stuff on there and on sale now days it's all a bit overwhelming... With 2 on the way we really can't afford to waste money so I am starting to gather info and make decisions so need all the help we can get!!!

Daley... Good luck tomorrow I'll be keeping a look out for news.

Hope everyone is ok XxXxX

 

[Capricorn]

Sammi:
We were gifted a lot of clothes (which i normally wouldn't have considered) & found that actually a lot of it was in good condition so accept hand me downs if they're offered (throw them out if they're crap!)..that's my best piece of advice!

Essential: hard to say as we didn't use many gadgets. Stuck to the basics for everything & accepted a lot if thoughtful gifts from relatives. Theo loved his dummy though & took to it straight away. It's sort of his comfort blanket. Apparently not so brill if you're breastfeeding but I wasn't so wasn't applicable.

Could have lived without: vibrating baby bouncer. Gift from SIL & I hated it. Sat him too far upright & the vibration was crap. Plain baby bouncer this time. Also, a cot mobile. He was in his Moses basket until 6months & I never really felt it was that secure hanging over his head..much preferred a light display. The most fun anybody got out of the cot mobile was me when I bought it..haha. Lovely memory but the £30 could have been better spent.

Xxx

 

[sammiammiammi]

Thanks for that Capricorn, I'm not going to refuse hand me does at all, I'm all for them! We are going to raid the bro in laws loft after we've moved to see what we can reuse my sis in law is excited we're having one of each as she gets to buy pink (she's had 2 boys) lol.
XxXxX

 

[Phoebes_mum]

Hi ladies, I've not posted for a few days, I went back at work Monday and it's totally wide me out... Hoping I'll sleep better tonight cuz I'm so tired...

I have a question for all those not having their first baby... What things did you find essential and what were a load of crap??? I've been looking at kezzas list but there is so much stuff on there and on sale now days it's all a bit overwhelming... With 2 on the way we really can't afford to waste money so I am starting to gather info and make decisions so need all the help we can get!!!

Daley... Good luck tomorrow I'll be keeping a look out for news.

Hope everyone is ok XxXxX

Kezza's list with my thoughts!! Hope it helps! xxx

Hospital bag for you - yes, I had one for me and one for baby
*Birth Plan - Y
Pregnancy notes -Y
*Water or Magicool spray - didn't use
*Towel - didn't use (think I used hospital one)
*Going home outfit - for baby I didn't care what I was wearing!
*Comfy clothing - Y
*Cotton or disposable knickers - Y
*Maternity bras - Y
*Face sponge/flannel - N
*Snacks & drinks - should have done, they asked if I had any but I didn't.
*Spare change - rely on other half!
*MP3 player & charger - y
*Mobile phone & charger - Y
*Camera & charger - Y
*Maternity sanitary towels - Y
*Breast pads - Y (although I didn't need them until I got home and tommee tippee are really good, was having to use 4 at a time of the cheap kind)
*Nipple cream - didn't do anything for me, Vaseline much better!
*Nighties/Baggy long t-shirts - Y
*Dressing gown - N
*Slippers - Y
*Socks - Y (feel get cold in labour)
*Flip flops - n (why do you need these and slippers?)
*Handheld fan - n
*Clip on light -n
*Books & magazines - n (maybe if you're being induced, this was the only time I wanted to read!)
*Hairbrush & Comb - Y
*Hair bands - Y
*Make up -N (as I say couldn't care less what I looked like but it's up to you)
*Shampoo & conditioner - - Y
*Shower gel & flannel - Y
*Body lotion - n
*Deodorant - Y
*Lip balm - Y
*Cotton wool pads - n (if for baby's bum hospital will provide)
*Cotton buds - n
*Carrier bags for dirty washing - Y


Hospital bag for baby
*Nappies - Y
*Wipes - N (hospital will tell you only to use warm water and cotton wool at this age)
*Cotton wool balls - N (as above)
*Baby shampoo - N (again hospital won't advise more than a top and tail at this age)
*Baby wash - N (as above, baby skin too pure!!)
*Baby lotion/oil - N
*Baby powder - N (don't tend to use as not good for baby to inhale)
*3-5 Vests - Y
*3-5 Sleepsuits - Y
*Bibs - Y
*Socks - Y
*Slippers/Bootees - Y
*Hats - Y
*Blankets - N (maybe one for going home but hospital will put them in theirs)
*Muslin cloths - Y
*Baby towel - N (hospital will provide)
*Coming home outfit - Y

Baby clothes
*Vests - Y
*Sleepsuits- Y
*Baby grows - Y
*Sleeping bags - Y (although didn't use these until out of moses basket so not needed straight away)
*Hats - Y
*Gloves (July babies so won't be needed until winter but get scratch mits and take these to hospital with you)
*Scratch mittens - Y
*Socks - Y (and invaluable sock ons!)
*Slippers - N
*Bootees - ? (won't stay on for long!)
*Cardigans - Y
*Jackets - N (when older not newborn)
*Coats - N (when older not newborn)
*T-shirts - N (when older not newborn)
*Pullovers - N (when older not newborn)
*Side snap tops - Y
*Jumpers - N (when older not newborn)
*All in ones - y
*Snow suits - N (when older not newborn because july babies)

NB: Consider buying clothes in following sizes new-born, 0-3, 3-6, 6-9 & 9-12

Feeding - Breast & expressing/Bottle & formula/weaning - (I intended to breast feed so bought all the stuff for it, it didn't happen for me so had to try and find formula on a sunday. Will be taking bottles and formula to hospital this time just in case as hospital won't provide it)
*Steriliser (electric steam) - Y
*Steriliser (cold water) -N
*Bottles in different sizes - (no point having different sizes at newborn)
*Teats in different flows - (start with one flow, you may not even bottle feed)
*Bottle & teat brushes - Y
*Feeding cushion - (I had one but never used it but going to try this time)
*Bottle warmer - Rubbish!
*Breast pump - ouch but if intending to express then y!
*Nursing bras - y
*Breast pads - y (as I said before buy the more expensive ones you won't need as many!)
*Nipple cream - Lamisil or Vaseline is better
*Soothe gel pads -never had
*Pacifier - maybe??
*Sterilising method - surely as above?
*Bottles for storing breast milk - comes with pump
*Breast milk freezer bags - never used
*Formula dispenser -comes with formula???
*Soothers & dummies - as above, we bought one after dd was born thankfully it only lasted a week
*Cooler/Carry bag for pump & milk - usually included in changing bags
*Bibs - y lots!
*Muslin cloths - y lots!
*Formula - I'd buy one just in case!
*Jars & pouches of pre made food - N (when older not newborn)
*Pots of pre made food - N (when older not newborn)
*Snacks & rusks - N (when older not newborn)
*Fruit pots- N (when older not newborn)
*Dried cereals- N (when older not newborn)
*Drinks- N (when older not newborn)
*Baby food cube trays- N (when older not newborn)
*Cookbook- N (when older not newborn)
*Food blender & steamer- N (when older not newborn)
*High chair- N (when older not newborn)
*Booster seat- N (when older not newborn)
*Plastic bowl/plate/utensils/cutlery- N (when older not newborn)
*Spill proof cup- N (when older not newborn)
*Harness- N (when older not newborn)
*Floor mat - Is this a changing mat or a play gym well you could do with both really but 1 play gym will be good for 2 babies

Baby toiletries
*Baby lotion - N (when older not newborn)
*Baby Shampoo- N (when older not newborn)
*Baby wash - N (when older not newborn)
*Baby oil - N (when older not newborn)
*Baby powder - N (when older not newborn)

Baby healthcare/medicine/first aid
*Wellkid Baby Syrup - no idea what this is
*Abidec multivitamin liquid drops - only if told by dr
*Baby paracetomol - can't use until 3 months
*Teething gel - - N (when older not newborn)
*Calprofen sachets- N (when older not newborn)
*Calpol - N (when older not newborn)
*Kool 'n' Soothe soft gel sheets - N (when older not newborn)
*Infacol colic drops - Possibly
*Gripe water - possibly
*Calpol Soothe & care saline nasal spray - possibly
*Tixylix baby syrup - N (when older not newborn)
*Benylin childrens richly cough- N (when older not newborn)
*Sudocream -y
*Petroleum jelly - y
*Baby cotton buds - n
*Cotton wool pads of different sizes - y
*Bottle of rubbing alcohol/wipes (Great for umbilical cord care) - - N (pure water not alcohol!!)
*Nasal aspirator - possibly
*Medicine spoon/dropper - N (when older not newborn)
*Hand sanitising gel - for you!!
*Tweezers - n
*Pen light - n???
*Tongue depressors - n
*Saline solution & eye bath - n
*Small scissors - y with rounded ends
*Calamine lotion - n
*Antihistamine cream - N (when older not newborn)
*Antiseptic cream/spray - possibly
*Sticking plasters of different sizes - - N (when older not newborn)
*Adhesive tape- N (when older not newborn)
*Bandages - Crepe/Tubular/Triangle- N (when older not newborn)
*Gauzes- N (when older not newborn)
*Safety pins- N (when older not newborn)
*Aloe Vera gel- N (when older not newborn)
*Sterile gloves - possibly?
*Clippers - nail clippers? buy baby size ones
*Hairbrush & comb - y
*Toothpaste- N (when older not newborn)
*Finger toothbrush & toothbrush- N (when older not newborn)

Baby Safety
*Thermometers - Room, baby & bath - y
*Monitors - y
*Door stops -- N (when older not newborn)
*Night lights -y
*Corner cushions- N (when older not newborn)
*Fire guards- N (when older not newborn)
*Safety gate- N (when older not newborn)
*Outlet plug covers- N (when older not newborn)
*Cabinet locks- N (when older not newborn)
*Drawer latches- N (when older not newborn)
*Lead testers- N (when older not newborn)
*Toilet seat cover- N (when older not newborn)
*Door knob/handle covers- N (when older not newborn)
*Bed rail- N (when older not newborn)
*Household disinfectant- y
*Non bio washing powder - y (or baby safe we use filetti)
*Smoke detectors - well I'd hope you already have these!!
*Carbon monoxide detectors - y
*Appliance locks - N (when older not newborn)
*Walking harness & reins- N (when older not newborn)

Changing
*Nappies of different sizes - y
*Wipes - N (when older not newborn)
*Nappy bags -y
*Changing mat & disposables ones - yes but didn't use disposable
*Antibacterial wipes -y
*Tommy tippee sangenic nappy disposal & refills - y
*Wipe warmers - n!!
*Changing bag - y
*Potty - N (when older not newborn)

Bathtime
*Baby bath - N (when older not newborn)
*Top & tail bowl - y
*Extra long bath mat - N (when older not newborn)
*Bath supports - large sponge/sling - N (when older not newborn)
*Bath seat - N (when older not newborn)
*Bath towels - - N (when older not newborn)
*Hooded towels - y
*Washcloths/flannels/sponges - y
*Bath toys - N (when older not newborn)

Nursery
*Moses basket - y
*Moses basket stand - y
*Moses basket mattress - y (buy the ones with breathing holes in)
*Moses basket sheets - y
*Moses basket blankets - y
*Cot - N (when older not newborn)
*Cot bumper- N (when older not newborn, actually we never used)
*Cot mattress - N (when older not newborn)
*Cot waterproof mattress pad/protector- N (when older not newborn)
*Cot sheets- N (when older not newborn)
*Cot blankets- N (when older not newborn)
*Cot toys- N (when older not newborn)
*Cot Mobile - y
*Rocking chair - N
*Clothes hangers - (usually come with clothes you buy)
*Dresser/changing table - y
*Wicker baskets of different sizes - n
*Storage chest/basket - n
*Waste paper basket - n
*Curtains & tie backs - y with black out lining
*Clock - n
*Shelves - n
*Wallpaper/Borders/transfers - your preference

On the go
*Pushchair with car seat adaptor - y
*Travel system - y
*Carry cot (as part of travel system surely?)
*Rain Cover - (should come with)
*Sun shade/Parasol - n (waste of money
*Foot muff - not in summer
*Toddler holder - (what on earth is this - do I need one?)
*Cup holder - n
*Toys & mobile - N (when older not newborn)
*Shopping basket- N (when older not newborn)
*Car seat & base y
*Carry cot fixing kit y
*Head huger - n
*Head cushion & neck support - should come with
*Harness strap cover - ?
*Window blinds - y
*Baby view mirror - y
*Toy tidy - N (when older not newborn)
*Play trays - no idea what these are
*Front & back carrier - not sure why you need both

Playtime & entertainment
*Baby swing - dd didn't like hers but did like old fashion baby bouncer
*Doorway jumper - N (when older not newborn)
*Baby rocker/bouncer - as above
*Play mat/gym - y
*Soft/material books - - N (when older not newborn)
*Play pen- N (when older not newborn)
*Developmental toys- y but not many
*Baby walker - N (when older not newborn)
*Rattles - y
*Sorters/Stackers/Letter blocks - N (when older not newborn)
*Soft toys - N (when older not newborn)
*Teddies/Stuffed animals- N (when older not newborn)
*Teething toys- N (when older not newborn)
*Puzzles- N (when older not newborn)

 

[Phoebes_mum]

BTW I LOVE my Pink Lining changing bag and they do twin ones with double the pockets etc - on sale at the mo!! http://www.pinklining.com/uk/changing-bags/twins-bags xx

 

[Daley]

Loving the list. I was given a nappy bin and never used it, found it easier to get disposable bags and just binned them.

 

[Daley]

So nervous for today, please keep everything crossed for me girls! Praying my little one is ok and not showing signs of anaemia.

My appointment is at 11.30 but says due to the nature of the clinic, appointments really run to time! Aaagggghhh more time to be anxious!

 

[Gaelforce]

Best of luck for today Daley xx sure everything will be fine

 

[Mrs_T]

Good luck xxx

 

[sozzy]

So nervous for today, please keep everything crossed for me girls! Praying my little one is ok and not showing signs of anaemia.

My appointment is at 11.30 but says due to the nature of the clinic, appointments really run to time! Aaagggghhh more time to be anxious!

All the best today Daley! Hope little one is ok.. Xxxx

 

[SarahCourtney]

Phoebes_mum you are a goddess! I am saving that and going to refer to it regularly. So helpful. Thank you so so much xx

 

[k8tblue]

Keeping everything crossed for you and your little one x

 

[Phoebes_mum]

So nervous for today, please keep everything crossed for me girls! Praying my little one is ok and not showing signs of anaemia.

My appointment is at 11.30 but says due to the nature of the clinic, appointments really run to time! Aaagggghhh more time to be anxious!

Good luck, fingers crossed for you. Xx

 

[Ljay]

Good luck Daley x

 

[Daley]

Thanks girls xxx

 

[Clarelp28]

Daley- good luck! Let us know how you get on!

Phoebes_mum- thank you for your post- I will definitely be looking back at that!

 

[sophied]

Phoebes mum thank u soooo much for that post!

Daley good luck how did you get on xx

 

[Daley]

Just back! Was delayed loads!

Here is my baby! Looking good so far! Got to go back in 4/5 weeks for another scan! They are sure it's a boy but was hard to tell so was told they'll check again at the next one!

Feeling relieved, they've taken loads of blood and are trying to find out baby's blood type x