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Here is a list of things you will need to care for your baby:
- A place to sleep; e.g. bassinet;
- Diapers; about two to three dozen cloth or disposable diapers (either one of the choices is fine);
- Bottles (if you are going to used a bottle); set of eight ounce and one or two four ounce bottles;
- Undershirts; two to four;
- Blankets; two receiving and one heavier;
- Rectal thermometer with lubricant (KY Jelly/Vaseline);
- Soup; mild, white, unscented. Dove® is a good choice. Johnson® baby soup is also acceptable;
- Vaporizer useful for colds. We prefer cold mist. Be sure to clean it frequently using the manufacture's recommendations to avoid mold growth (avoid ultrasonic);
- Bulb syringe; you will probably be given one in the hospital. It is useful in cleaning out your baby's nose (avoid over-doing this)
- A & D Ointment® or Desitin® Used for diaper rashes; you do not routinely need baby powder; with haphazard or excessive use some babies inhale it and have lung problems as a result;
- Mild detergent; such as Ivory® or Dreft® for washing cloths;
- Infant car seat; Must be crash tested and government approved. Never go anywhere in the car without it!