The birth kit: the essentials for welcoming baby home

The birth kit is a set of essential items to welcome and care for your newborn.

We help you prepare a complete birth kit, including clothes, childcare, care and hygiene items for your baby.

List of essentials for the birth kit

Here is a detailed list of essentials for a complete birth kit:

Baby clothes

  1. Bodysuit (6 to 8): Choose soft and comfortable cotton bodysuits, with practical openings (on the front) to make changing easier. When your baby has grown a little, you can more easily opt for "American" bodysuit openings, like our Maison Continuum collar bodysuits (100% cotton) for a chic and inimitable style.
  2. Pajamas (4 to 6): Choose pajamas with snaps or zippers to make dressing and undressing easier (you'll thank this tip when changing in the middle of the night!)
  3. Socks (6 to 8 pairs): Socks should be soft and comfortable, made of cotton or wool.
  4. Hat (2): A cotton or wool hat is essential to protect your newborn's head.
  5. Mittens (2 pairs): Mittens protect baby's hands and prevent them from scratching themselves in their first weeks.
  6. Shoes/slippers (1 pair): Soft, lightweight slippers are a good idea for the first few months, especially for protection against the cold.

Baby room equipment

  1. Bed : Choose a Cododo baby bed with dimensions adapted to the evolution of your baby's growth. The Montessori-inspired Cododo Cabin bed is a smart purchase: it will accommodate your little one with you for the first months/first years, then independently until adolescence (and beyond).
  2. Mattress : A firm, breathable mattress is recommended to ensure baby's comfort and safety.
  3. Bedding : Provide several fitted sheets and mattress protectors. Duvets, pillows, and bed bumpers are not recommended until (at least) 2 years of age to reduce the risk of suffocation and sudden infant death syndrome.
  4. Sleeping bag : The sleeping bag replaces the blanket and ensures safe sleep for baby.
  5. Mobile : A colorful and musical mobile can help soothe and distract your baby. However, prefer small games or toys adapted to his age, inspired by the Montessori philosophy, to use under your supervision before falling asleep in his Cododo Cabin Bed .
  6. Night light : A soft, reassuring night light, like Moulin Roty's Magic Lanterns , can help your child fall asleep.

Childcare articles

  1. Carrying / Baby carrier or baby sling : Choose a carrying method that respects your newborn's physiology. Carrying has several benefits, which you can (re)discover in our blog article dedicated to carrying . In particular, it allows you to carry your baby while having your hands free and strengthening the parent-child bond.
  2. Stroller : If you can't carry your baby at all times, choose a stroller that is suitable for your baby's age and weight and is easy to fold and maneuver.
  3. Car seat : An approved car seat that is suitable for your child's size and weight is essential to ensure their safety in the car. We strongly recommend that you practice "Rear-facing" for as long as possible.
  4. Baby bottles (4 to 6): Depending on the feeding method you have chosen (bottle or breastfeeding), plan for bottles of different sizes, with teats adapted to the age of your baby. Some bottles are designed to reduce reflux, look into this if your newborn is prone to it.
  5. Baby Bottle Sterilizer : A sterilizer allows you to quickly and effectively disinfect baby bottles. However, many baby bottles can now be disassembled for easier cleaning, or can be simply sterilized in the microwave with a few simple steps.
  6. Nursing pillow : This pillow provides better comfort for mom and baby during feedings. Didn't you already have it during pregnancy 😊 ?!

Care and hygiene

  1. Changing Table : A stable and secure changing table is essential for changing your baby comfortably.
  2. Changing mat : A waterproof and easy-to-clean changing mat ensures optimal comfort during changing.
  3. Diapers : Plan on diapers that are sized for your newborn and in sufficient quantity for the first few weeks. Don't hesitate to look into diaper subscriptions, so you can receive them without having to think about them each month.
  4. Liniment : Liniment is recommended for cleaning and protecting baby's bottom.
  5. Cotton : Use washable or disposable cotton squares to clean your child's skin.
  6. Thermometer : A digital or non-contact thermometer is essential for monitoring your baby's temperature.
  7. Baby nose cleaner : This accessory helps clear baby's airways in the event of a blocked nose.
  8. Baby bathtub : Choose an ergonomic and non-slip bathtub to ensure the safety and comfort of your child during bathing. Depending on the equipment you already have at home, you can also explore the benefits of "free bathing" for your little explorer!
  9. Towels and washcloths : Have several soft cotton towels and washcloths ready to dry and clean your baby after bathing.

And there you have it... that's already pretty good, right? With a selection in all this, you will have all the elements necessary to put together a birth kit adapted to the needs of your newborn. Preparing the birth kit in advance allows you to ensure, without stress, to welcome baby properly when returning from the maternity ward. If you think of something else that is not in this article, let us know 😉

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