The mommy bibles that every woman should read are “What to expect when your expecting” and “What to expect the first year”. I don’t know a mother who hasn’t read them. They are filled with tons of useful information and I don’t think I put the book downs down the month I was pregnant of the first few months I brought my little one home. Well one thing I loved about the books were their amazing lists; lists for things that you might not think about, like what you need in the nursery, what you need in case of emergency, etc. Well I developed a “Diaper Bag Essentials” list of my own that might help out those new mothers. At one point or another you will use everything on this list and sometimes you’ll wish that one item was in the diaper bag.
Healthcare / Grooming Items
Infant Tylenol – Acetaminophen
Baby Orajel- Teething gel
Children’s Benadryl- Antihistamine for unexpected allergy
Mylicon- Anti-gas drops
Adhesive bandages
Antiseptic wipes
Sunscreen
Tissues
Suction bulb
Nail clippers
Sanitizing lotion/gel
Brush/comb
Safety Swabs/Q-tips
Diapering Items
Disposable diapers
Diaper wipes
Plastic resealable/disposable bags
Changing pad
Diaper rash ointment
Feeding Items
Spit-up towels/burp clothes
Extra breast pads
Bottle/Sippy cup & Formula
Bottled water
Snacks
Baby food & Bib
Food dish/Eating utensils
Entertainment Items
Books
Toys
Teething toy (necessary if baby is teething)
Comfort Items
Light blankets
Change of clothes
Jacket
Sun Hat
Knit Hat
Extra socks
Stuffed animal
Miscellaneous
Disposable camera or re-useable camera with extra film or digital camera with extra memory card (for catching those “I wish I had a camera” moments)
All of Mommy’s needed essentials like money, snacks, water, make-up, etc. (if you don’t want to carry a purse and a diaper bag).
