Newborn Baby Checklist- Diapering Checklist

Get ready for lots of diaper changes! It may not be the most glamorous part of parenting, but it's an essential routine for your baby. Here is a comprehensive list of the items you'll need (or might like to have) for diapering your baby:

□ Changing table. You'll need a safe space to change your little one's diaper. Changing tables usually have drawers or shelves so you can reach things like diapers, wipes, and fresh clothes without taking your hand off your baby. Just make sure these items aren't within your newborn's reach. Some changing tables come with a strap you can use to help secure your baby and prevent falls in case they roll over unexpectedly. Even if you've fastened the strap, always keep at least one hand on your newborn whenever they're on a raised surface.

□ Changing pad. Having a changing pad helps keep your baby comfortable and the changing table clean. Some pads can be wiped clean, whereas others have removable covers you can machine wash. If you're looking for convenience, this is certainly an essential baby item!

□ Diapers. You’ll definitely need diapers, and lots of them! Your newborn may go through something like 70 diapers a week. It's impossible to know ahead of time what size diaper your newborn will need, so it's worth buying small packs of a few different sizes. Choose between Swaddlers, Baby-Dry, and Pure. Then, once your baby is born, you can stock up on more of the right size. Read about how to select the right diaper size.

□ Wipes. Gently clean your newborn's diaper area with wipes. Select from Pure Protection, Aqua Pure, and Sensitive.

□ Washcloths. Wet a washcloth with warm water and use it to wipe your baby's diaper area. You can also use a washcloth for cleaning your baby at bath time.

□ Diaper rash cream. It's not uncommon for babies to get diaper rash from time to time. Ask your baby's healthcare provider for advice on which cream or ointment is best.

□ Diaper pail. Although optional, diaper pails made it onto our newborn checklist because of they help contain smells from dirty diapers. There are many diaper pails on the market, but a key choice is whether you want one that works with regular trash can liners or one with a special liner ring that the manufacturer sells separately. The special liners are better at trapping odors but will cost more overall.

If you're new to parenting, and, therefore, new to diapering, fear not! Follow our new parents' guide.