My 10 FAVORITE Baby items! MUST HAVES!

I have to say...I just couldn't get by without these 10 things. Before I had my daughter, I was given a list of what to register for. I kind of just discovered along the way that I needed these things, and now our family just can't imagine life without them! They can make unique gifts too! In no particular order, they are:

10. Daddy Diaper Bag - By: Diaper Dude
My husband is with our daughter just as much as I am. I'm pretty sure he would feel silly carrying my diaper bag, so he has his own! We ordered it from Amazon. It is a basic black cross-body male bag with lots of pockets! Can't beat it. It is $59.99 though. Not exactly a steal, but worth the comfort of him feeling manly and prepared.

http://www.amazon.com/Diaper-Dude-Bag-Black/dp/B000G2B2PY

9. Swaddle - Take your pick
We have all of these and they are all great! Grace loves sleeping swaddled and cozy. In the beginning, Grace would only sleep if she was waddled, so I consider a swaddle to be invaluable!

The Halo Sleepsack Swaddle $17.99
http://www.target.com/p/halo-sleepsack-swaddle-100-cotton/-/A-12756497?ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001&AFID=google_pla_df&LNM=12756497&CPNG=Baby&kpid=12756497&LID=9pgs&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=12756497&kpid=12756497&gclid=CjwKEAjwx9KpBRCAiZ_tgYKWvhQSJABQjGW-ixxV5SzmojWa86Vw8cl3R1Vu2cMBKHoMExCc653ayhoC-YPw_wcB

The Ollie Swaddle $48.00
http://shop.theollieworld.com/shop/swaddles/pink-stripe/

Summer Infant Swaddle $20.00
http://www.amazon.com/Summer-Infant-SwaddleMe-Adjustable-Small-Medium/dp/B006YNM5DC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1429571368&sr=8-4&keywords=swaddle+me+summer+infant

8. White Noise Maker - By: Homemedics 
This item I purchased at CVS drug store. What a steal for $9.99!This little device provides the shush sound or rolling waves my little one needs to doze right off to sleep.

http://www.cvs.com/shop/household-grocery/electronics/audio/homedics-soundspa-mini-portable-sound-machine-skuid-807589

7. Hands Free Pumping Bra - By: Lansinoh
I use this bra every day, multiple times a day...in the car and at home. It is comfotable and secure.
I paid $34.99 at Babies R Us.

http://www.toysrus.com/buy/nursing-bras/lansinoh-simple-wishes-hands-free-pumping-bra-xs-l-53100-30823796

6. Hands Free Feeding Tools - Take Your Pick
I have and use all of these...

Bendy Armz $18.99
http://www.amazon.com/Bendy-Armz-Attachment-Stroller-Bottle/dp/B00P6WZ7QY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429582424&sr=8-1&keywords=hands+free+bottle+holder

Bottle Sling $19.95
http://www.amazon.com/Bottle-Feeding-Bebe-Sling-LLC/dp/B003Z6AO7U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1429582424&sr=8-2&keywords=hands+free+bottle+holder

Hands Free Bottle HOlder Bib $24.95
http://www.amazon.com/Hands-Bottle-Holder-Multi-Purpose-Bib/dp/B001KTWXLE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1429582572&sr=8-1&keywords=bottle+bib+hands+free

5. Bumbo Seat By: Bumbo
This was a hand me down gift, but I am so glad I have one because Gracie LOVES sitting up!
She can also eat in this little chair because it comes with a tray. It is a great little seat for them before being in the high chair to eat.  She hangs out in it all the time...when I am doing something and can't holder, when she wants to practice sitting up, when I am posing her for photos, etc. This item is $39.99 new.

http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1452598/bumbo-floor-seat.jsp?ci_mcc=ci&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=93792975&utm_campaign=EC%20BABY%20NON-APPAREL&utm_medium=CSE&utm_source=google&utm_product=93792975&CID=shopping15&gclid=CjwKEAjwx9KpBRCAiZ_tgYKWvhQSJABQjGW-_b6n-LpcMWX0-EfUpPuWRT_tHulqYx-A8lhySJHgMBoCJkfw_wcB&dclid=CIHLxOyqhsUCFbB_MAodyVkApQ 

4. Pacifiers By: Phillips Avent
Two kinds of pacifiers, for different stages, and I couldn't have made it to 4 months old without either...My daughter is a pacifier baby. She loves to suck. Both of these styles by Avent have been a lifesaver.

Soothies are THE BEST for newborns..they are awesome!  These are often the type of paci offered in the Hospitals... $2.94 for a 2-pack.

http://www.amazon.com/Philips-Avent-Soothie-Pacifier-Purple/dp/B0045I6IA4/ref=sr_1_2?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1429583496&sr=1-2&keywords=soothies

Also, the Avent 0-6 months pacifiers are the pnes she now loves. Once she got a little older (2 month and up,) she held these in her mouth well and they worked great for little Grace. They are $5.97 for a 2 pack. The shape works well for her face and mouth and this one seems to stay in better now that she has stronger jaw muscles.

http://www.amazon.com/Philips-Avent-Translucent-Orthodontic-Pacifier/dp/B0057EEC3A

3. Orbit Bottle Labels By: Inchbug
If your infant or child is going to be in the care of another person besides you at any time, where there are multiple children, these are a DARLING must have item! They are silicone stretchy little bottle wraps. You can customize them. They remind me of a rubber bracelet around a bottle. Love them! Great gift idea!

http://www.inchbug.com/custom-orbit-labels.html


2. Comfort and Harmony Swing

We use this daily. She gets in it every morning, swings and talks to George, her stuffed animal Giraffe. She gets buckled in it. I feel safe with her in this, and It's fun for her. It plays soothing music that we also play for her when she goes down for naps. She loves it and it's just over $50.

http://m.target.com/p/comfort-harmony-portable-swing/-/A-14580482?ref=tgt_adv_XSG10001&AFID=google_pla_df&LNM=14580482&CPNG=Baby&kpid=14580482&LID=9pgs&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=14580482&kpid=14580482&gclid=CK6x5ca3h8UCFYsCaQodWnQAqw

1. Maxi Cosi Mico Infant Carrier

This is a lightweight infant carrier and I really like it. Weighing in at only 8 lbs, it is fairly easy to carry around. I am really happy all around with this car seat and it's base. $199

http://www.toysrus.com/products/maxi-cosi-car-seats.jsp

Maxi Cosi now lets you customize your car seat... Pretty cool!

http://www.maxicosicustom.com/mico-max-custom