As a new parent, you want nothing more than for your little one to have all the necessary items for a good start. But where do you start and what do you need? We have put together the ultimate comprehensive baby shower checklist for you, so that you will not miss anything!

1. To sleep

• Crib or cradle with mattress and bedding (see here how to make a bed and what bedding you need)
• Sleeping bags
• Sheets
• Hydrophilic cloths
• Possibly a bassinet booster or co-sleeper

2. Care

• Diaper pail
• Changing pad with cover
• Diaper wipes
• Bottom cream
• Hydrophilic diapers
• Diaper basket or bag
• Baby bath with stand
• Bath cape
• Baby oil
• Baby shampoo
• Baby soap
• Nail scissors or file
• Comb or brush

3. Power supply

• Bottles with teats
• Bottle brush
• Breast pump (if you are breastfeeding)
• Bibs
• Burp cloths
• Bottle feeding (if you are not breastfeeding)

4. Clothing

• Rompers
• Sweaters and pants
• Socks
• Hat
• Jackets
• Pajamas
• Swimwear (for summer)

5. En route

• Car seat
• Stroller or buggy
• Baby carrier or sling
• Maxi-Cosi (if you travel by car) + car mirror
• Bicycle seat (if you cycle a lot - and only from a later age)

6. Toys and other supplies

• Pacifiers & pacifier cord
• Cuddles
• Play mat
• Baby gym
• Box with box blanket
• Changing mat for on the go
• Thermometer
• Care products for mom (such as nursing pads and nipple cream)
  
  

Make sure you have all the necessary supplies in advance so that you don’t have to worry once the little one arrives. Remember that every child is different and you may need additional items that are not on this list.