November 2013 Babies!

[whittnie117]

I think it's not a sale, it's a first come first serve thing. I bought ALL the boy items. I'm sure any other mother to be would do the same if they saw those prices. I'm going to check again after fall too.

 

[The Alchemist]

What sorts of items did you get for your boy?

I'm definitely gonna need new bottles/nipples, gonna buy packs of nipple pads, several tubes of lanolin, onesies, baby pj's, a couple of blankets, and some receiving blankets. I won't be needing bath tubs and such as I have many baby things left from dd. Plus, I ended up not needing a lot either. That was a waste of money for us back then.

If you ladies plan on wearing your baby, I implore you not to get Baby Bjorn brand as they are just horrible for your back. I should have read reviews before purchasing it. I ended up selling mine to a couple who really wanted it despite my warning them of it causing backaches.

 

[whittnie117]

Yesterday I bought 17 items of clothes, mostly pants and onesies, several blankets, and socks.

So far in total I've bought All the clothes, hats, socks, and shoes he'll need until he is 9 months. I just need three jackets. I have most what I need for 12 months. I bought that bouncer, Started buying diapers, all the towels and wash cloths needed, some
cleaning supplies, several blankets and swaddling blankets, a couple bottles, his entire bedroom decoration set, and a playyard. I have many, many books already, lol.

I have the travel system, crib and changer, bassinet, and swing all picked out.

I need a breast pump and accessories for breast feeding, bathtub, diaper cream, wipes, fitted sheets, tummy time thing (descriptive eh?), toys, baby carrier, and a few other things.

Oh and I have his take home outfit and receiving blankets too.

 

[Rockinmomtobe]

I feel so unprepared! lol You guys have tons of stuff. Hopefully we get some good loot at the babyshower this weekend. Im getting anxious about it!. Ill let you guys know how it goes and maybe post a pic or two!

 

[The Alchemist]

For those who are having baby showers, have fun and enjoy it.

Otoh, i said I want going to get any outfits for the first few months as theypoop a lot, but if I want one just one, I'd want this one

 

[wantb502]

Wow! You girls seem to have everything. I friend went through my registry and pretty much said that I didn't need half the stuff. Well,
I registered at target and I can just return it and get me and DH stuff!

 

[Co_Cowgirl]

I have a car seat and a crib. A few outfits because when I go to Goodwill I can't help myself! But other then that I don't have a lot yet. I figure with those 2 things I can handle a baby and the rest will come whenever!

 

[berniegroves]

We did have a lot if stuff for DD that we won't bother with this time. But I think the first time it's figuring out what works for you as a family in your home.

I have all the clothes he's gonna need for the first 6 months apart from a coat. It's mainly onesies as that is what DD lived in for the first few months lol!

 

[whittnie117]

Just got back from the other Babies R Us and I put the bassinet, swing, and travel system on layaway.
They didn't have any 90 cent items, but a ton of pants in different sizes for 2.00. I now officially have what I need and want up to 12 months. Now I can focus on the healthcare items and diapers. I feel accomplished.

 

[missjenn]

Just got back from the other Babies R Us and I put the bassinet, swing, and travel system on layaway.
They didn't have any 90 cent items, but a ton of pants in different sizes for 2.00. I now officially have what I need and want up to 12 months. Now I can focus on the healthcare items and diapers. I feel accomplished.

When you say healthcare items...what are you referring to?

 

[whittnie117]

Nasal aspirator, baby brushes, nail clippers, shampoo, cleansers, baby tylenol, powder, creams, etc...etc.. Just the random stuff that is needed or nice to have for baby.

 

[The Alchemist]

Fir those looking into using cloth diapers, have you started looking at where you buy at? Because I have no idea...maybe I can ebay...

 

[wantb502]

My friend gave me a ton of free diapers, so luckily I don't have to go out and search for too many more. I found this link. It's a good review of offering types of cloth diapers. Bum genius and Charlie banana were rated ad both can be bought at target:

https://www.babble.com/toddler/babble-blogger-favorites-best-cloth-diapers-of-2013/#next-slideshow

 

[The Alchemist]

Oh yes I've seen some at target and immediately had thought, wow they're pretty expensive! So youbuy the diapers AND the liners, right? Because that's what I saw.

 

[wantb502]

Some are all in one, some have inserts, and others Use the prefolds. The all in one may be the easiest, but you'll have more laundry. Some baby centers (we have one here alled "babyology" ) have cloth diapering classes and there are tons of mom groups specifically geared toward cloth diapering. That would be a great resource to find out what works best.

Cloth diapering isn't for everyone and it seems expensive upfront, but in the long run, it can be very cost effective. There are diaper exchanges and ways to buy used diapers. Used cloth is actually is more absorbent then new. I have a friend that uses cloth on both of her kids. It decreases diaper rash and actually encourages sooner potty training.

I'm going to take a class and get a diaper service for the first month so I don't have to buy a bunch of new born diapers and mess with cleaning. I registered for some extra cloth diapers and I have about 25 pair from my friend. Most diapers come with 2 inserts or prefolds

 

[The Alchemist]

Thanks, I do remember though when I first had dd, my mil suggested to use regular wool cloths as diaper. Back then, I kind of shrugged it off, thinking she was crazy just because she's old school Russian lady lol. Soon thereafter, I did my research and using cloth is better in many ways. For this second baby, I will be trying it out, accept...I'll use wool cloths we already have. I guess this is what they did in the old days, so why buy it works. I'll just have to get used to the frequent washing....which might end up being a reason to stop using it later, lol. We'll see, I guess. Thanks for the info, Want. Didn't even know there are classes about cloth diapering.

 

[mama.luv]

I really need to look into cloth diapering, it will really save me a lot of money.

Yesterday was such a busy day. My appt with the specialist went well. Both babies are doing good, my girl is still behind in size (head and abdominal) but the Doc wasn't too concerned about that. But she is going to have me do anenatal testing once a week at the hosp and I have to do a 24hr urine test because I have a little protein in my urine. And I have to get another growth scan in 2wks. It seems like so much but I will do whatever to keep these babies cooking longer. She also said I passed the glucose test and my cervix is still long and closed

Last night I went to Babies R Us to register and to check out their clearance racks. I bought some cute $2 outfits for my girl, it wasn't a good selection of boy stuff but I did buy 3 pairs of shoes at $2 each. Now for the registry, I was too tired to finish that so I will finish it up online. I only selected 19 items so far. Things are sooo expensive nowadays. I really don't expect to get much off my list because of the prices and I need double of just about everything. I feel bad putting this expensive stuff on my registry. When I had my son 17yrs ago, things were more reasonable. Maybe Babies R Us is just expensive. I'm going to register at Buy Buy Baby and maybe Target as well.

 

[luna_19]

when I made my registries I put all the expensive stuff on but then also put on that gift cards are appreciated. I figured most people wouldn't spend so much but would be able to see how much everything costs that we need to buy.

 

[The Alchemist]

I gotta sell my baby bath. I've only used it just 3 times. First few months, I found it was easier for me and my back by bathing in the sink. Then when she outgrew that and was able to sit, I just put those cheap plastic hamper in the tub, and filled it with water. I've got sooooo many other baby items to sell that we just found we didn't even need it. Plus, dd has 4 large trash bag size of clothes, and the majority, she's never worn. They were given as gifts from sil. I don't know if I should sell them or keep them.

 

[missjenn]

I really need to look into cloth diapering, it will really save me a lot of money.

Yesterday was such a busy day. My appt with the specialist went well. Both babies are doing good, my girl is still behind in size (head and abdominal) but the Doc wasn't too concerned about that. But she is going to have me do anenatal testing once a week at the hosp and I have to do a 24hr urine test because I have a little protein in my urine. And I have to get another growth scan in 2wks. It seems like so much but I will do whatever to keep these babies cooking longer. She also said I passed the glucose test and my cervix is still long and closed

Last night I went to Babies R Us to register and to check out their clearance racks. I bought some cute $2 outfits for my girl, it wasn't a good selection of boy stuff but I did buy 3 pairs of shoes at $2 each. Now for the registry, I was too tired to finish that so I will finish it up online. I only selected 19 items so far. Things are sooo expensive nowadays. I really don't expect to get much off my list because of the prices and I need double of just about everything. I feel bad putting this expensive stuff on my registry. When I had my son 17yrs ago, things were more reasonable. Maybe Babies R Us is just expensive. I'm going to register at Buy Buy Baby and maybe Target as well.

That's great news...Im glad your appointment went well! I was born a pound smaller than my sister....well....it was either me or her...lol...can't remember which one mom said but both of us were super healthy...just one of us had more calcium. But that was over 30 years ago...so the doctors wouldnt have even been able to tell my mom if one of us was measuring farther.

What exactly does it mean when protein shows up in the urine anyway?