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Skylars
I'm expecting another baby and I have one 8 month old. My daughter will be about 16 months when this babys born. I was wondering from experience what items I'll need two of..
Like
Highchair,
swing,
bouncer chair,
jumperoo,
crib,
diaper bag (my first ones always jam packed full)
obviously car seat.
also I have the "fisher price precious planet" theme for my daughters room and was planning on getting "fisher price rainforest" for my next baby. Are the rainforest items as good as the precious planet entertainment wise?
Thanks :)
Answer
You don't need a second diaper bag, you just need a bigger bag--and not necessarily one that's specifically designed for diapers. You just need a bigger bag or even a backpack and you just need to make sure it's well organized.
You don't need a second high chair. Your oldest will be big enough for a booster. Especially by the time your youngest is big enough to use the high chair. Just get a booster seat that will hook onto a kitchen chair. They are a godsend.
The other items you listed, you won't need two of--your oldest child will be too big for all of them by the time your second child will need them.
Car seat is the most important item that you'd need two of.
Crib
I'd do the precious planet theme for the baby and let your older child have the "new" room since she'd be the one outgrowing the baby stuff soonest. The baby won't know the difference. Let your older child have something a little more mature. Yes, she's only 16 months old by the time the baby comes, but you could do something she could grow into. Pick some colors and maybe flowers or ladybugs or something she can grow into for the next several years so you are only updating one room instead of having to redo several times.
Oh, and you'll have to get a double stroller. I recommend a side by side instead of one that's front and back. The front and back are bulky and harder to turn. Most of the side by side ones don't accept infant car seats, but the Peg Perego 60/40 Aria Twin 60/40 does.
http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/186-9456430-9274351?asin=B002SZK7RG&ci_src=15781033&ci_sku=B002SZK7RG&AFID=Performics_Google%20Product%20Listing%20Ads&LNM=Primary&ref=tgt_adv_XASD0001
You don't need a second diaper bag, you just need a bigger bag--and not necessarily one that's specifically designed for diapers. You just need a bigger bag or even a backpack and you just need to make sure it's well organized.
You don't need a second high chair. Your oldest will be big enough for a booster. Especially by the time your youngest is big enough to use the high chair. Just get a booster seat that will hook onto a kitchen chair. They are a godsend.
The other items you listed, you won't need two of--your oldest child will be too big for all of them by the time your second child will need them.
Car seat is the most important item that you'd need two of.
Crib
I'd do the precious planet theme for the baby and let your older child have the "new" room since she'd be the one outgrowing the baby stuff soonest. The baby won't know the difference. Let your older child have something a little more mature. Yes, she's only 16 months old by the time the baby comes, but you could do something she could grow into. Pick some colors and maybe flowers or ladybugs or something she can grow into for the next several years so you are only updating one room instead of having to redo several times.
Oh, and you'll have to get a double stroller. I recommend a side by side instead of one that's front and back. The front and back are bulky and harder to turn. Most of the side by side ones don't accept infant car seats, but the Peg Perego 60/40 Aria Twin 60/40 does.
http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/186-9456430-9274351?asin=B002SZK7RG&ci_src=15781033&ci_sku=B002SZK7RG&AFID=Performics_Google%20Product%20Listing%20Ads&LNM=Primary&ref=tgt_adv_XASD0001
Things a new mom didnt know she really needed?
Kristen
Hello,
My cousin is about to have preemie twin girls and Iâd really like to get her some things that would truly be useful to her. So my question is for all the moms, what was truly useful to make you and your babies more comfortable, relaxed, happyâ¦
I know a helping hand would be very useful but she lives across the county and she does have family there to help her with that. Iâm honestly looking for materialistic things that would really help her without just being âclutterâ All suggestions are welcome, thank you for reading this. :)
Answer
I have a 2 1/2 month old, and throughout this time, I kept writing down the things that really came in handy for me and things that I could have done without. Some of the things that are really really helpful for me are:
1. Bottle Warmer - I pumped my breastmilk due to inverted nipples that made it hard for me to breastfeed so in the middle of the night I had to have bottles ready. This warmer has done wonders cause I kept it in our bedroom and it has a cooler that holds two bottles. It helped me avoid going out to the kitchen and made my life a lot easier. Whether she is breastfeeding via pump or bottlefeeding, this warmer really helps.
2. My breast friend - this is an alternative to the boppy. I still find multiple uses for my boppy, however, boppys don't provide the best support when breastfeeding. My brest friend is sturdier and provides much better support for your back and shoulders when breastfeeding. It also allows you to transport the baby to their crib when sleeping, holding her on there without alot of movement.
3. A backpack for babies or sling - this worked miracles for me with my newborn during those stages when she really wanted to be next to mommy all the time. Before this, I found myself bound to the bedroom feeling guilty if I didn't hold her, but once I put her in the carrier, I was able to cook, clean and feel liberated to do things around the house. I recently discovered the Moby wrap. I don't know how this would work with twins, but it can help with one at a time. Go to www.mobywrap.com.
4. Glider - Oh my gosh.........this thing works wonders with putting the baby to sleep or comforting them when needed.
5. Swing - she tends to enjoy this as well, and often times she goes to sleep here.
6. Sleeper Bags - These are very helpful to avoid unbuttoning a lot of clothes in those midnight hours. My husband loved these also.
7. Breastfeeding Bras - some say you don't need these but they were a God send for me, even when pumping. They would help hold the pump in place so my hands could be free to do other things. And believe me, I pumped a lot.
8. A Breast Pump - I invested in the Medela Pump that runs about $300 or $280, I can't remember. This was such a worthwhile investment. Whoever says the manual pumps are okay have never had to pump before. I believe in investing in the top of the line when it comes to pumping.
9. Gift Cards - my friends gave me tons of gift cards for my shower(s) and they were so handy. It helped me during those times I wasn't working and needed things for the baby.
10. Diapers - Find out what kind of diapers she prefers to use for them and stock up. I am still surviving off of the diapers we recv'd from our shower.
11. Burping Clothes - I prefered the kind that are like diapers. they can be purchased in WalMart where you get 12 for $12. I can't seem to get enough of these.
12. Bibs - I never knew bibs were so expensive. Get tons of these for later. They don't tend to use as much when newborns, but at around 2 months, they start to drool more and it helps when you burp them and they spit up. I never had many so it caused me to change her clothes a whole lot more.
If she doesn't mind second hand items, I highly recommend shopping for used baby items on www.craigslist.com. You can find great deals on their for things like the glider or swing.
Hope this helps!
I have a 2 1/2 month old, and throughout this time, I kept writing down the things that really came in handy for me and things that I could have done without. Some of the things that are really really helpful for me are:
1. Bottle Warmer - I pumped my breastmilk due to inverted nipples that made it hard for me to breastfeed so in the middle of the night I had to have bottles ready. This warmer has done wonders cause I kept it in our bedroom and it has a cooler that holds two bottles. It helped me avoid going out to the kitchen and made my life a lot easier. Whether she is breastfeeding via pump or bottlefeeding, this warmer really helps.
2. My breast friend - this is an alternative to the boppy. I still find multiple uses for my boppy, however, boppys don't provide the best support when breastfeeding. My brest friend is sturdier and provides much better support for your back and shoulders when breastfeeding. It also allows you to transport the baby to their crib when sleeping, holding her on there without alot of movement.
3. A backpack for babies or sling - this worked miracles for me with my newborn during those stages when she really wanted to be next to mommy all the time. Before this, I found myself bound to the bedroom feeling guilty if I didn't hold her, but once I put her in the carrier, I was able to cook, clean and feel liberated to do things around the house. I recently discovered the Moby wrap. I don't know how this would work with twins, but it can help with one at a time. Go to www.mobywrap.com.
4. Glider - Oh my gosh.........this thing works wonders with putting the baby to sleep or comforting them when needed.
5. Swing - she tends to enjoy this as well, and often times she goes to sleep here.
6. Sleeper Bags - These are very helpful to avoid unbuttoning a lot of clothes in those midnight hours. My husband loved these also.
7. Breastfeeding Bras - some say you don't need these but they were a God send for me, even when pumping. They would help hold the pump in place so my hands could be free to do other things. And believe me, I pumped a lot.
8. A Breast Pump - I invested in the Medela Pump that runs about $300 or $280, I can't remember. This was such a worthwhile investment. Whoever says the manual pumps are okay have never had to pump before. I believe in investing in the top of the line when it comes to pumping.
9. Gift Cards - my friends gave me tons of gift cards for my shower(s) and they were so handy. It helped me during those times I wasn't working and needed things for the baby.
10. Diapers - Find out what kind of diapers she prefers to use for them and stock up. I am still surviving off of the diapers we recv'd from our shower.
11. Burping Clothes - I prefered the kind that are like diapers. they can be purchased in WalMart where you get 12 for $12. I can't seem to get enough of these.
12. Bibs - I never knew bibs were so expensive. Get tons of these for later. They don't tend to use as much when newborns, but at around 2 months, they start to drool more and it helps when you burp them and they spit up. I never had many so it caused me to change her clothes a whole lot more.
If she doesn't mind second hand items, I highly recommend shopping for used baby items on www.craigslist.com. You can find great deals on their for things like the glider or swing.
Hope this helps!
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