BABY ESSENTIALS LIST UK 2023: exact list of everything you need to buy for a baby *including costs*

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  • @ZaraKhan-fk2cg
    @ZaraKhan-fk2cg ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I’m 3 months pregnant with my first baby! And this is soooo helpful because as a first time mum you’re so overwhelmed when you go to the baby section in shops or like mamas and papas and you just don’t know what you need! Thank you ❤

  • @maisie1120
    @maisie1120 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    got a pack of 16 newborn mamas and papas vests for £6 on vinted! got my mamas and papas ocarro travel set for £150 too on marketplace. getting everything second-hand!! saved so much money

  • @caraleighb
    @caraleighb ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I'm watching this after having gone through my third miscarriage in a row. No baby yet. But I'd still like to know for when my rainbow baby happens.

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Sending you so much love ❤️❤️

    • @cloudedcolour5329
      @cloudedcolour5329 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HomeWithShan for carseat i would look at Nuna, cybex, maxi cosi

    • @nicolesurphlis1558
      @nicolesurphlis1558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Get some bib dummies are great my baby amber got than am get some more for our holiday with family at journey

    • @nicolesurphlis1558
      @nicolesurphlis1558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@HomeWithShan get some bib dummies are great

    • @lizfield6486
      @lizfield6486 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So sorry for your loss 😢

  • @xanthehicks7013
    @xanthehicks7013 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Good for you, not justifying yourself on your feeding choices - you shouldn’t have to! I would absolutely recommend going to a breastfeeding class if you can before baby girl comes. I have had a really positive experience so far (first time mum of a nearly two month old) because I felt more prepared! It is hard at the beginning but if you can push through the difficult times it will get so much easier! ❤

    • @Amyloushetty
      @Amyloushetty ปีที่แล้ว

      Which BF classes did you do? x

    • @JasmineStrongman
      @JasmineStrongman ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Absolutely agree with you. I have a 7 month old and I did the same. We also had so many issues breastfeeding but I pushed through because it meant so much to me. Lactation consultants are literal angels.

    • @JasmineStrongman
      @JasmineStrongman ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Amyloushetty hi sorry to reply when this wasn’t asked but I did a course with Kathryn Stagg from the lactation corner, I highly recommend. She is a lovely LC, her partner Miriam Feen is a literal Angel she was the only one who latch my baby on without nipple shield. She is a massive reason I can BF my baby

    • @laurap8177
      @laurap8177 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kathryn's online class is great! Another good one is Eat Feed Speak xx

  • @yelena_yelena
    @yelena_yelena ปีที่แล้ว +4

    frm comming August. in my ideal world a white noise machine should be with cry sensor, but i didnt know it really exists untill this ur video! so helpful and much appreciated!!!! thank you! 😊

  • @jenniferr3603
    @jenniferr3603 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    If you’re planning to breastfeed, I would recommend buying a breast pump and some milk storage bottles/bags. However wait until after baby is born, to see if breastfeeding is something you wish to do first, as breast pumps can be expensive! I was able to trial an electric breast pump from the maternity wing after giving birth and then bought a breast pump when we got home, so it’ll be worthwhile seeing if your local health services have a breast pump you can trial. My baby had a tongue tie which made latching difficult, so being able to express milk really helped us with our breast feeding journey, as I exclusively expressed in the beginning and fed via bottle, then once the tongue tie was resolved, we moved to feeding directly from the breast. Although baby is able to successfully breast feed now, I still regularly express milk, as it means dad can feed baby the milk with a bottle if I need a break. Good luck!

  • @samgeorgesunny
    @samgeorgesunny ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video. Just to say to any expectant parents of their first baby watching this, try not to buy too much in advance. My son is 18 months old and has only vomited once in his life and his nappy has never leaked at night. This has meant we haven’t needed any muslin cloths, only 2 cribs sheets etc and just generally a lot less ‘spares’ of everything. Also until we started weaning, he also was able to stay clean for the day so didn’t need lots of changes of clothes. Easily could of had half the amount of stuff we purchased during my pregnancy 🙈

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Such a good point!! I think we all want to be as prepared as possible, but really until our baby is here and we know their ways, it’s hard to know what you’re actually going to end up using!! 🙈

    • @mollymullin6419
      @mollymullin6419 ปีที่แล้ว

      as a mum of 2 under 2 I personally had two completely different experiences with each of my babies, my first has still never to this day soiled a bed sheet and yet my youngest goes through around 3 a week. I assumed there was no need to have more than 2 of everything bedding related with my second baby and I was proven wrong from day one! in short, bed sheets are not expensive and it is better to have too much rather than too little

    • @sh3ll3y1990
      @sh3ll3y1990 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have an 8 month old and we have had the complete opposite experience! So much puke and many poo explosions. We still didn't buy that much though and instead just did his washing every 2 days so it never piled up too much and now he's on solids the puke and leaks are less frequent thank goodness!

  • @Riskingitall-LoveBeyondBorders
    @Riskingitall-LoveBeyondBorders 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    3rd time mum but with a 18 year age gap!! So most certainly needed this video 😊
    This time around 98% of what i buy will be preloved ❤️ learned by lesson 😂

  • @CE-rg5mh
    @CE-rg5mh 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really love your channel, I find it overwhelming trying to put a list together and understand the things I need to buy. This simplifies things so much, plus the links are super helpful. The tips too, especially a microwave steriliser as opposed to the plug ins. I find your advice practical and logical. Thank you 🎉

  • @emmataylor2748
    @emmataylor2748 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    when my little one was born he never wore what we call 0000 which is newborn size, we went straight to 000 which is 0-3 months because he was 4.3kg and 55cm. But I found I was fine with 7 vests and 8-10 zippy suits. He was a summer baby so it was easy to get stuff washed and dry before running out of clothes for him!

  • @deannalee2178
    @deannalee2178 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Absolutely love this video! Honestly the best recommendation video I’ve watched - second baby is due soon and trying to refresh my memory. Bizzigrowing baby carries look amazing and so glad I hadn’t yet purchased the more expensive one after seeing so many mamas with them!! 🥺

  • @chloeprender
    @chloeprender ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The avionaut pixel pro infant car seat is the safest on the market. Bit more than your budget if you want the isofix base too (we don't use it, it's just as safe without) Its so lightweight but provides an excellent fit for tiny babies and my high centile 16 month old still fits in it. It uses the same adaptors as maxi cosi too so will fit on your pram with the same adaptors :) Genuinely wouldn't use anything else x

  • @wendystorm2209
    @wendystorm2209 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My 2nd boy is now 18 months. My recommendations are rascal and friends nappies and wipes (found in tesco). I use a natural nappy cream from queen bee naturals. (Can be used all over the body for excema, dry skin, craddle cap, etc ) Using this combo my wee man has never had a red bum. I bought metanium for emergency and have never used it.
    Also a must have for me is silly billyz bibs. They are so absorbant and wash and wash. My first had severe reflux and my second is such a bribbler. And the bibs are still going strong and washed every week. Hope these help someone. So looking forward to watch your journey with baby number two. ❤

  • @grablifebythehauls
    @grablifebythehauls ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi, aww I'm 30 weeks pregnant I have 10 kids already and even I feel like I've forgotten what we need... My youngest is nearly 5 so I've not had a gap as such before... This video is making me want to go upstairs through all what I have got so far because I don't feel we've much. I did manage to get a second hand pram off my friend which has saved us loads... I'm with you on lots of vests and babygrows... George at Asda is really good for kids clothes.... I've always had a Moses basket for mine but tempted to get a next to me or a snuzpod... I agree with newborn socks they never stay on do they haha and if baby is in a grow anyway no need for them xx

  • @luc.tazmin.95
    @luc.tazmin.95 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Highly highly recommended Joie I-level signature!!! Its one of only few car seats that can lay flat in the car as well as the pram xx

  • @Tariachan
    @Tariachan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's funny how different things are for different people, we have literally never put the car seat onto the buggy, we found out kind of superfluous. I would get the buggy out of the car and unfold it, pop the basinet on and then take baby out of the car seat and into the basinet. Also my baby LOVED the basinet. Much more so than the restricted car seat. And it gave piece of mind regarding sleep and the risks of that. So for all first time mums: my recommendation would be to get something cheap of marketplace and try it out when baby is here, to see what you like and what baby likes. And then you can always splurge on the expensive travel system when baby a few weeks old and sell the other one!

  • @scarlettb562
    @scarlettb562 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good for you for trying breastfeeding. Buy silverette cups. An investment but 100% worth it. Good luck x

  • @jade-eo8hu
    @jade-eo8hu ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a few things I think to add(if you want) if your breastfeeding then maternity bras/pad inserts for leakage
    Breast pump
    Freezer milk bags (for any extra milk so not wasted)

  • @lydia5164
    @lydia5164 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this!! Do you have a link to your spreadsheet by any chance? 😅

  • @leahjames716
    @leahjames716 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Found this so helpful.
    Can you share the spreadsheet?

  • @laurab4868
    @laurab4868 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Vinted is great for baby clothes, you can get so much new with tags. I also find if you have a summer baby you aren’t going to need long sleeved bodysuits and if you have a winter baby you won’t use short sleeved bodysuits. I wouldn’t pre buy dummies either as not all babies take to them, I brought about 10+ dummies and have never used them 😅
    I’ve breastfed my son for over a year, would 100% recommend having a formula in the cupboard for just incase so it’s just takes the pressure off yourself. Silver nipple shields as other people have mentioned I would also recommend, they saved my nipples! I also brought a cheap breast pump off Amazon it was about £30 but works a dream and I don’t think you need to buy an expensive pump!
    Maternity bras are another but I wouldn’t get the ones that clip I’d get the ones that are like V shaped that you can just quickly pull out your boob.

  • @amymocsari3775
    @amymocsari3775 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Highly recommend the recaro baby car seat. It's a little more expensive but it's such good quality, its extended rear facing for safety and is just so practical, which is definitely a must with having 2! We did have to get an adapter to be able to use it woth our silver cross chassis though but it wasn't expensive at all. Good luck with the search!

  • @Jo4167
    @Jo4167 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oooh last thing. I would personally get the babyzen buggy board if you’re using it with the yoyo. It will be tested on that pram and work better than the one you’ve linked. The lascal is ok but I find it bulky to store and a bit of a pain to fit xxx

  • @Jo4167
    @Jo4167 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Car seats, cybex cloud z is fab, can be heavy as baby gets bigger as the actual car seat has some weight to it due to its functions. Not sure if you can get britax adaptors but they have a new lie flat one too. If you don’t really need one that reclines the Nuna pipa lite js highly recommended x

  • @robynaquino9239
    @robynaquino9239 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi there! this is AMAZING you are a life saver. Is your spreadsheet available to download? ❤

  • @clodaghevans2938
    @clodaghevans2938 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I know you probably get so much "advice" so always do what you think is best. I breastfeed both my kids but we had struggles in the early days, latching weight gain etc. Can I just suggest you go ahead and buy a small pack of bottles/ formula/ premade formula because its always in the middle of the night when breaking point comes and it's something then you can fall back on for a feed and then after an hours sleep you can be ready to face breastfeeding again.

  • @beauty_buys_uklisa3868
    @beauty_buys_uklisa3868 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    VINTED VINTED VINTED! I buy everything from Vinted now and I tend to just donate all the clothing once I’ve used it and then save all the must haves incase we have another baby. I have saved so much money :)

    • @catsforever3999
      @catsforever3999 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love Vinted! ❤️

    • @beauty_buys_uklisa3868
      @beauty_buys_uklisa3868 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@catsforever3999 Facebook marketplace is also very good but a little more complicated messaging and organising pick ups 😬

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love this!! 👏🏼👏🏼

    • @AfroCitrus
      @AfroCitrus 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Love this. Will be vinting for my baby too xx

  • @mollymullin6419
    @mollymullin6419 ปีที่แล้ว

    mum of 2 under 2 here and I agree with basically everything here, I don't drive so I have no opinion on isofix bases but other than that, yeah I agree with the whole list and wish I had seen it before I had my first!

  • @noemiluciano3724
    @noemiluciano3724 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much😊 loved the video, very helpful 🙏

  • @lisethernandez1593
    @lisethernandez1593 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing and so helpful video. Really appreciate it 😊

  • @kaziaestrop4214
    @kaziaestrop4214 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you please make a tutorial on how you did your spreadsheet 👏🏽

  • @kibukirichards5873
    @kibukirichards5873 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can we download the spreadsheet ?

  • @sashkaasenova7403
    @sashkaasenova7403 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your organisation! thank you for this really helpful video!

  • @hanna.hulbert
    @hanna.hulbert ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I’m from Australia and have to say I’m just SHOCKED with the prices 😮. Makes me realise how utterly expensive everything is over here.

  • @emmadudley-smith6165
    @emmadudley-smith6165 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey lovely, great to see another video of helpful tips ❤️
    We've got a cybex cloud z car seat, honestly, the best purchase. Our daughter is 17 months and still fits in it, we put it on the pram all of the time and is super helpful if she falls asleep in the car as we just take her out in the car seat. As it lasts so long, I think it's well worth the money and we are keeping it for if we are ever lucky enough to have another baby! Thanks for the video, see you again soon! ❤

  • @AllieWhitfield-sd9vr
    @AllieWhitfield-sd9vr ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this such a helpful video. Im a first time mum due in November…when would you say to start buying? It’s all so exciting but also feels so far away xx

  • @Amyloushetty
    @Amyloushetty ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Im due 16th April and I love these type of videos, its fab! for clothing I've bought one pack of new born upto 7-8lbs just in case, also i know your green for the sleeping situation but i got the Snuz Pod 4 for £215 and that included bed side cot, mattress protector, bed sheet, the sleep aid white noise teddy which is normally £30 on its own, 100% worth it as a starter bundle pack xx

    • @Bethany04
      @Bethany04 ปีที่แล้ว

      Due date buddies ❤️ best of luck sweet!! Xx

  • @joyfulreality
    @joyfulreality ปีที่แล้ว

    We loved Joie. Got the Joie travel system with the all the way car seat and carrier and travel cot, as well as the baby seat, pram chassis reclingin seat and bassinet. We sold on new in original wrapping what we didn't want and made most of our money back. Now on baby 2 we will reuse and put baby 1 in the all the way car seat and baby 2 in the baby seat, meaning we only have tiny purchases to make this time round.

  • @danablackburn1902
    @danablackburn1902 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a 2mos old (my first) and we are loving the Nuna Pipa Next 360 car seat and base. Seriously so easy, much lighter than others I tested like the Cybex, and the 360 feature is the best thing I did for myself! 😂

  • @hannahward2225
    @hannahward2225 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m pregnant with my third but still found this so useful 😊. Really nice to see a realistic prep video that isn’t over the top! I breastfed both my children and would definitely recommend some good breast pads 😂!

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👏🏼👏🏼 can never get enough of these videos myself, I deffo have just spoken about essentials and of course there will be some nice to haves thrown in there too - deffo here for the breastfeeding tips / must haves as I’m clueless on that front!! Breast pads added ✔️

    • @nicolesurphlis1558
      @nicolesurphlis1558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@HomeWithShan mollon steriliser great have t use yet got some bib dummies

    • @nicolesurphlis1558
      @nicolesurphlis1558 ปีที่แล้ว

      New routine for baby amber now she go to bed 7pm now

  • @cathydrew270
    @cathydrew270 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would love a copy of your excel list if possible? ❤ This is so helpful x

  • @rachelboyall9956
    @rachelboyall9956 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My only tip would be invest in a few romper suits, my 2 girls were born in may and June and they lived in these when they were newborns as it was too hot for sleepsuits and dresses tend to just ride up!

  • @ellencrane7084
    @ellencrane7084 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're so right about over buying. I have so much stuff that is like brand new that was hardly used. You will buy tons of stuff for your child as they grow! Wait until you start buying toddler shoes. Oy.

  • @hollytrickett1657
    @hollytrickett1657 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm on my 5th 😢 I have most stuff but trying to have a refresh my youngest just turned 1 I was fine with 4 kids but I am kinda excited as I didn't think I'd have anymore 😅❤

  • @rachelcoates56
    @rachelcoates56 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My baby girl due in june too. What tog swaddle will you be getting due to the weather. I didnt swaddle my first baby so unsure ? X❤

    • @chelseastephen2301
      @chelseastephen2301 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      On the website it gives you advice on the temp and tog to use and what to dress baby in depending on temp of the room.😊

  • @elliedavies
    @elliedavies ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First time mum here about to sound very silly probably but when you say vests and baby grows - what type do you mean? I’m so confused by all the different words for things! Vests, sleepsuits, babygrows, bodysuits - help! 😂

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Img this used to confuse me so much too 😅 vests/bodysuits are short sleeves and babygrows/sleepsuits are long sleeves with the poppers/zips (or at least that’s what I’ve believed for the last 2.5 years 😅) xxx

  • @Alice-fo8hd
    @Alice-fo8hd ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this ☺️ will you replace the mattress on the next to me or use the same as your son?xx

  • @honeybee19892
    @honeybee19892 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just curious would you say a baby play mat is essential?

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Probably not for newborn, but deffo for when they’re a bit more aware! Not an essential for day one (for us anyway!) xxx

  • @Habiba_dietitian
    @Habiba_dietitian 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How can we get the excel sheet please ?

  • @lcmay5480
    @lcmay5480 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I please ask where your bodysuit is from? Thank you! X

  • @sh3ll3y1990
    @sh3ll3y1990 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had the cybex cloud z and although i liked it i wouldnt recommend it. My little boy is a chunk and I've never been able to manage lifting him out the car in his seat as the seat is so heavy. Also only used the recline about 3x so not worth the added weight and not very easy to recline anyway.

  • @nunasnook
    @nunasnook ปีที่แล้ว +2

    maybe it's something with my amazon, but the baby monitor isn't cheap for me. On the link you posted it's 169 dollars with 75 dollars import fees. If I search the same monitor on the English amazon, it's almost £400. Not sure what's going on.

    • @emmajackson8887
      @emmajackson8887 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought this. We’ve got an old monitor angel care which I’d love to change but not keen to import as surely it needs a plug change?

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s should be around £100 using my link and the discount code ShanXbonoch 🫶🏼

  • @georginakenna2428
    @georginakenna2428 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mam bottles don't need a steriliser. Self sterilise in the microwave

    • @HomeWithShan
      @HomeWithShan  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Technically true, but I tended to just sterilise them all at the end of the day in one go in a cold water steriliser, I found it easier than doing them in the microwave and faffing with putting the water in each of the bottles!

  • @Sageofpycymoor
    @Sageofpycymoor 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Anyone watch these even though they are not pregnant or having kids?

  • @nicolesurphlis1558
    @nicolesurphlis1558 ปีที่แล้ว

    Am thinking about get a pram for baby amber 😂 and try get her to asleep at night time dummy if we going see fireworks and chirstmas lights on

  • @maisie1120
    @maisie1120 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    there's judgement around feeding because breastfeeding isn't even comparable to formula in terms of benefits for your baby

  • @CatOutLoud
    @CatOutLoud ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love to have the self control to only have around 12 vests and 12 baby grows ahahahah buying baby clothes is so fun I just can't stop myself everytime I walk into a supermarket 🤭🫣