Unaware of baby necessities, new parents usually stuffs their baby nursery with utility products. But some of these items are unnecessary and will be hardly used by you. Also, there can be certain home based alternatives for those products. So, save money on newborn shopping by buying what is absolute necessity and not splurging on niceties. A few of these things are listed below for you to consider before doing up the nursery.
1. Warmer for baby wipes
To use reusable cloth or biodegradable wipes to wipe your baby’ bottom, you do not need a wipe warmer. To keep your baby from the sudden chills of the wipes simply press the wipe against your palms before using it, the wipe will be warm enough to be used on your baby’s skin. You can also wrap your baby in a warm towel before you wipe your baby as it will keep your baby warm overall.
2. Diaper pails
Diaper pails are really of no use once your baby is out of diapers completely. You will find it lying in your store room later. Instead you can throw your baby’s used diapers outside the trash can daily to avoid diaper odors in your house. In case you feel you need a diaper pail, buy one; however donate it either to a daycare, a shelter or goodwill once your child outgrows the diaper age.
3. Diaper changing table
You don’t really need an additional separate piece of furniture called a changing table. Converting an old table into a changing table is possible. All you need to do is buy changing pads with safety hooks on it. And your changing table is ready. Just make sure you do not leave your little one unattended while changing his diaper.
4. Special detergent for your baby’s laundry
Baby laundry detergents are offered by a number of companies. However, these detergents are very expensive. To cut down on the detergent cost you can use regular non-toxic, eco-friendly, dye-free, fragrance-free, detergent that you use for your laundry. By adding an antiseptic to the laundry you keep your baby’s and your clothes free from bacteria and allergens.
5. Baby crib
As an infant your baby tends to co-sleep most of the times, instead of a baby crib. Instead of buying a baby crib you can by a co-sleeper for your baby. A co-sleeper can directly go into your baby’s room once your baby grows big whereas a baby crib simply occupies space once not in use.
6. Educational toys, videos and stuffed toys
Your baby is too small to understand, listen or watch educational toys and videos. Everything is absolutely new for your baby even your face. He looks at you, your expressions and listens to your voice to learn and get entertained. Educational toys, entertainments videos and music are of no use. Also, say no to stuffed toys as they attract a lot of dust and bacteria, which is not good for your baby’s health.
7. Fluffy and furry blankets
These blankets are a huge risk for your baby. Your child can accidently wrap himself in the blanket or it can overheat your baby. Instead the suggestion is to buy light blankets for your baby. You can opt for swaddling blankets. Simply layer the blanket on your baby’s warm pajamas or other clothes to keep him warm and cozy.
8. Shoes
Your baby is too small to wear a hard soled shoe. He will require them in his toddler age for sure. Learning how to walk bare feet is very good for the development of your baby’s feet, in fact wearing hard soled shoe can hinder the development your baby’s tender feet. You can also keep your baby’s feet covered with warm socks, thin soled shoes and also booties.
9. Uncomfortable designer clothes
Babies have very tender skin, which can be hurt by designer clothes. The first thing that you have to see is the comfort of your baby. Your baby has to be comfortable in wearing, what he is wearing. Soft cotton clothes are the best option of clothing for your baby.
10. A house with lots of extra space
As a parent you would definitely want good amount of space to accommodate your baby and his belongings into. Be rest assured your baby will not need too much of space to fit into, he can accommodate himself into a smaller space as well. By eliminating his belongings you won’t even need a bigger house for your baby.
