New Baby Essentials - Part I
A Rock Star Momma's List of New Baby Must-Haves
by Skye Hoppus
y now I know you’ve probably read a hundred lists detailing everything you’ll need for that new baby of yours. It’s daunting at times and you must be wondering how something so small can possibly need all these things? Truth be told, babies do need a lot of things, but at the very minimum, babies need love. The rest is fairly easy and obvious!
Being a Rock Star Momma doesn’t end when Junior arrives. In fact, the party’s just getting started. You’re going the need a bundle (no pun intended!) of new things, most of which you already know about... car seat, crib, changing table, diapers, stroller... blah, blah, blah.
This list features the first installment of all your favorite tried and true products with a little bit of edge, and without compromising function, style, or most importantly, safety.
CAR SEAT
An infant car seat can reduce the risk of death in an accident by more than 70 percent, according to Consumer Reports. Be smart and always purchase a reliable car seat with a high safety rating. And for a little extra style, try adding a car seat cover that offers extra padding and head support for your new little one. These seat covers are usually very easy to remove to clean up the inevitable spit-up and yuck that you’ll soon experience. Be sure to purchase brands that are specifically made for your car seat. I am loving the camo and mod print versions - so stylish!
CRIB and/or BASSINET
Say goodbye to your momma’s boring old crib and hello to some serious style. Today’s nursery designers have surpassed all expectations when it comes to outfitting the modern nursery room. Long gone are the days of cherry wood and old-fashioned painted metal cribs. The market now offers fresh designs and vivid colors - from bright white to tangerine orange to cool grey. You are sure to find the perfect crib for your modern home without compromising style and safety.
LINENS for CRIB/BASSINET
Just say no to bears, boats, and ballerinas and hello to a mod, new world of options for baby bedding. No more drab color palettes and boring stripes - today’s selections are full of color, design, and flair!
