What You REALLY Need: The Closet
by leighYesterday we started Lyn’s New Baby Preparations with the nursery. And now: The Closet. You’ve probably picked out adorable little outfits, plus you’ll be inundated with gifts from friends and family. You have the layette checklists - this is not exactly that. These are just what Lyn and I found our newborns LIVED in. Anyone who’s tried to get a 2 week old into denim overalls knows what we’re talking about…
Sleep Gown - because they poop ALL THE TIME at first, it’s brilliant to have the elastic. And cause they love to tuck up and feel their feet like in the womb.
Swaddle Blanket - any blanket can be a great swaddle blanket, as long as it’s square. Thin makes it easy to fold, pull and tuck. Soft is obviously key too.
Bodysuits - also called ‘Onesies,’ these are just a great staple. Long or short sleeve - all good. Most of newbie’s time will be spent in a bodysuit (and swaddled).
Pants - when you need to cover those cutey legs, soft, elastic pants are great. They pull on and off easily. Look for ones with great fit (you don’t want that ‘grandpa pants’ look with the waistband pulled up to the armpits!).
Socks - Most newborn’s feet will feel cold because their circulation is just learning to kick in. It might not mean they are actually cold, it’ll just feel cold. But if they’re not being swaddled, you might want to stick on some socks that will stay (remember their feet tucking up? Well - they also rub them together). It’s not the size of the bootie, it’s the elastic that’s important.
That’s basically it! Neutrals and earth towns (white, green, cocoa, etc.) always look classic and snuggly. You might want to have one pair of mitts on hand - my girls both scratched their faces, and I had to resort to using socks on their hands! But Lyn never had an issue, so don’t buy a ton. Tomorrow: The Home.
