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A new life full of tiny coos and giggles needs all the love and care there is to offer !! New mothers may feel confused about caring for their newborn due to lack of experience. Therefore, it is better to stick to a good checklist while packing for your little one. Here are a few essentials you simply cannot miss while making a hospital bag checklist for the baby.
1. Diapers Size zero diapers for newborns are easily available in local supermarkets and with pharmacies. Some hospitals provide baby diapers; however, if you wish to use a specific brand only you may carry your own.
2. Wet Wipes You may want to check with the hospital if they make provision for wet wipes or you have to carry your own. Wet wipes are very useful in cleaning the baby after it has passed stool or urine. Choose a brand of wipes that is certified by paediatricians.
3. Formula Milk While mother’s milk is the best source of nutrition for babies, there is a possibility that top feed may be required. This can happen if the new mother is experiencing no milk supply or lack of supply. It is important to consult a paediatrician before choosing a brand of formula milk.
4. Feeding Bottle Feeding bottles may be needed if the baby needs to be formula fed or if the mother is expressing adequate milk but is unable to breastfeed for some reason. Breast milk may be pumped and fed through bottles in this case.
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