When I dress my little bean, I always put a bodysuit on her under any other clothing. I think of it as her underwear. That way her belly is never exposed so I don’t have to worry constantly if she is properly covered and protected from elements. I also believe it keeps her diaper in place better.

One of the bodysuits I purchased was SpaSilk 100% Cotton Assorted Short Sleeve Lap Shoulder 7-Pack Bodysuit and these are one of the best.

It’s not too expensive, so you can buy more than one pack so you can just change your little one and toss it in the laundry and also it’s very soft for your baby’s skin.

Our little bundle of joy is almost 50 days old, and I just found my life saver baby activity gym. Our baby bean needed me or her daddy to hold her constantly when she was awake and would get cranky if I left her lying down. But yesterday, she discovered the baby gym and now it keeps her intrigued for at least 10 minutes at a time.

We have the Fisher-Price Rainforest Melodies & Lights Deluxe Gym, but there are so many different ones out there.

Here are some I found,

• Tiny Love Gymini Super Deluxe – Lights&Music
• Baby Einstein Baby Neptune Ocean Adventure Gym
• Baby Einstein Seek & Discover Activity Gym
• Bright Starts Pink Pretty in Pink Supreme Play Gym

Get one for you and your baby if you are expecting or have a little baby sprout like us. Your back will thank you.

The Right Start store at westside pavillion carries everything from infant bathtubs, strollers, to toys. Almost everything you would need while shopping for your baby sprout. They also let you build a baby registry on line and at the store which is so totally convenient. As an added bonus, if you(or your friends) buy from your registry you earn 10% credit towards your next purchase!

Now the final chapter in registry checklists. I guess these are the big and expensive stuff that you want your parents to get for you Mom and Dad I hope you are reading this post…

Bassinet or Cradle

Bassinet/Cradle Bedding Set

2-3 Bassinet/Cradle Sheets

Crib

Crib Mattress

Waterproof Mattress Cover/Pad

Crib Bedding Set

2-3 Fitting Crib Sheets

Blankets

Sleep Positioner

Changing Table

Changing Pad

2-3 Changing Pad Covers

Glider and Ottoman

Dresser

Lamp

Mobile

Toy Chest

Wall Hangings and Room Decor

Nursing Pillows

Bumper Pad

Night Light

Storage Solutions

Organizers

Shelves

Well ladies, print the checklists and go out and start picking the ones you want. I’ll periodically come back to these posts and let you know what I picked from which store.

Please let us know which ones you think are must-haves and which ones are nonessential. We welcome your input!

Now a list to keep our baby sprout clean. Who would have thought you need all this stuff?

Infant Bathtub

Bath Support

Bath Toys

Bath Toy Storage – Seriously?! how much bath toys does a baby sprout need?

4-6 Hooded Baby Towels

6-8 Baby Washcoths

Baby Shampoo and wash

Baby lotion

Brush and Comb

Grooming Kit

Diaper Bag

On the Go Changing Mat

Diaper Pail and refills

Baby Wipes

Baby Wipes Warmer – I am foregoing this one

Diapers

Diaper Rash Cream

Baby Powder

Hamper

Hangers

Storage Baskets

In Korea where I am from, moms buy a baby clothes washing machine. So glad that I don’t see it here on this list. I was worried where I can put another washer…

Whew! the list goes on…..

Travel Playard

2-3 Play Sheets

High Chair

Swing – I read it in several places that this is a must

Bounder Seat or Rocker

Batteries!

Activity Play Mat or Gym

Rattles and Take Along Toys

Developmental Toys

Activity Walker

Books

Stuffed Animals

CD Player

Lullaby and Sing Along CDs

DVDs

Crib Toys

Bath Toys

I don’t know how our readers are feeling about the magnitude of stuff, but I am getting really worried about where to put all this. Our house is already pretty cluttered as it is. (hubby likes junk- although he calls it collectibles) Maybe I need to think really hard about having a massive garage sale. (Hubbies- stuff goes first)

For people who like to be outside the house, this category is pretty important. Since I been pregnant, I have been noticing what moms and dads have with them when they go out with a baby for walks on the beach, and it seems that you have lots of things to lug around.

Infant or Convertible Car Seat ( you must have this before you leave the hospital with your baby bean, since CA law says you need to put a child under 6 or under 60 pounds in a car seat at all times)

Additional Base for Car Seat

Car Seat Head Support

Car Window Shade

Car Seat Protector

Stroller or Travel System

Stroller Sun Shade

Baby Sling/Carrier

Toys for the traveling baby bean

Diaper Bag

In the West LA area parents should purchase these items at

Tiny World – 2301 Westwood Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 444-9763

The Right Start

Wonderland

Continuing on with the list of things a baby-sprout needs… ( I am thinking you don’t need all this immediately – I mean come on, how is a baby going to open the toilet when she can’t even hold up her head?) However, according to baby stores, we need all this registered

Baby Monitor

Night Light

Sleep Positioner

Mittens (so the baby-sprout doesn’t scratch herself)

Baby Gates

Outlet Covers

Toilet Lid Lock

Cabinet(drawer) Locks/Latches

Bath Tub Spout Cover

Furniture Corner Coushions

Pacifiers

Thermometer

Medicine Dropper

Nasel Aspirator

Vaporizer/Humidifier

Teethers

Theething Gel

Nail Clippers

First Aid Kit

Sunscreen

Sensitive Laundry Detergent

Shopping Cart Cover

These items are for sale locally at

Wonderland
11726 Barrington Court
Brentwood, CA 90049

Bed Bath & Beyond
11854 West Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 478-5767

My husband and I love to cook and entertain. We can’t wait to cook with our daughter and expand her palette to variety of cuisine. Till then we are going to have to feed her somehow. The following list is what one needs to successfully feed a baby sprout.

Nursing Pillow

Breast Pump and Accessories

Breastmilk Storage Containers

Nursing Wrap/Cover

Nursing Bra

Breast Pads, Shields and Cream

8-12 Bibs

6-12 Burp Cloths

Bottles and Nipple

Bottle Brush

Bottle Sterilizer

Bottle Warmer

Insulated Tote

Bottle Drying Rack

Dishwasher Caddy

At the moment I am planning to breastfeed. My training so far has been from a book. I am not sure if I will attend a class on breastfeeding. (I had my share of classes) If anyone is looking for a class, you should check out my post on Birth classes. Most of those places offer breastfeeding classes as well.

While researching what to register for our baby sprout, I came across several checklists on the internet. Here is combination of several lists I found useful. (I always wondered what Layette meant – A layette is a collection of clothing for a newborn child. The term “layette set” is commonly used in the United States to refer to gift sets of baby clothes.)

Homecoming outfit

4-6 Side Snap Undershirts

4-6 Receiving Blankets

2-4 Swaddle Sets

4-6 Long/Short Sleeved Onsies

4-6 Footie Outfits

4-6 T-Shirts

3-5 Pants

2-4 Sweaters

2-4 Jackets

Dress Up Outfits

2-4 Sleep Sacks

4-6 Gowns/Sleepwear

9-12 Booties/Socks

2-3 Caps/Hats

12-24 Clothing Hanger

My favorite brand at the moment for layette is Tea Collection. You can find them at the following stores in the West Los Angeles Area.

PUMPKINHEADS
11640 SAN VICENTE BLVD
LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
310-207-6760

BLOOMINGDALES
10250 SANTA MONICA BLVD
LOS ANGELES, CA 90067
310-772-2100