Preparing for a baby is such an exciting time in your life but can quickly feel overwhelming, so here is a list of my must have newborn baby essentials so get you started. This list is what I personally like to have for a newborn and up to the first three months of their life. See which items will be essential for you and work best for your baby.

After coming up with this list, one could easily argue that this isn’t very “minimalist,” but I have found that I loved having all of these items and they made my life easier. We are expecting our third baby so I feel like with each baby I have a better understanding of the items that I actually need.

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Newborn Baby Essentials For Sleeping
Newborn Baby Essentials For Diapering & Care
- Diapers
- Water wipes
- Earth Mama diaper cream
- Unscented Earth Mama body wash
- Earth Mama Body oil or lotion
- Nail clippers or file
- Oogiebear nose cleaner
- NoseFrida the snotsucker
- Thermometer by FridaBaby

Newborn Baby Essential Clothing
Newborn Baby Essentials For Nursing & Feeding
Newborn Baby Essentials For Travel & Gear
Newborn Baby “Nice To Haves”
- Swing or rocker
- Car seat cover
- Bottle drying rack
- Diaper pail & liners
- Portable sound machine
- Soothie pacifier
- Sink insert for baths
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If you are wanting to take an even more minimal route, here is a minimalist baby must haves list and what you can skip.
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