Baby essentials

Baby J is due in early March 2017, and there is so many things we need to prepare before her arrival!

Here are a few items that we have on the list, and many more to come:

1.Braun Thermoscan 7 IRT6520 Thermometer



Braun's Thermoscan 5 was listed as one of the best thermometers for infants on: "http://parent.guide/best-baby-thermometer-the-expert-buyers-guide/", so I reckon the newer model should be even better. It is also priced much cheaper on Amazon (US$59.90) than in retail stores at Singapore (RTP:S$169).

2.Tula Ergonomic Carrier - Arbol, Black/White, Baby

My husband prefers to go hands free.  Even when we travel as a couple, he rather we pack everything up in a bagpack than lug around a luggage. Took me some time to be a true convert, but it is indeed much less of a hassle moving around especially when it is crowded! Hence, it was a clear choice to get a baby carrier. We decided to get Tula after reading all the reviews and it seems to fit my narrow shoulders well. We went ahead with this design as its unisex and the hubby will not look out of place wearing something girly. This is the canvas wrap, and there are a few other types of wraps you can consider.

As this is only suitable for infants 6 months older, do grab a Tula Infant Insert if you intend to bring your baby out before that age.

There are of course other designs that are more girly and cutesy you can consider if your hubby is OK with them.

 3.Medela Freestyle Breast Pump

Some might think breast pump is not an essential item if you are going to do direct latching or not breastfeed at all. But what if you feel engorged and need to clear those blocked milk ducts, or if you baby has nipple confusion and does not want to latch. This is a must according to my mummies friends and hence its on the list even though it's so pricey. You don't want to stress yourself out or your husband on the first week after delivery, having to run to the stores to get them while coping with parenthood and all the hormonal imbalance.


 4.Joie Stages Group 0+/1/2 Car Seat - Birth to 7 Years (Salsa) by Joie




I personally think what brand and type is up to your preference. We got this Joie stages car seat because we wanted it to last longer. Car seats are compulsory for infants to toddlers and we decided to invest in something that can last till Baby J becomes Kid J. This was also highly recommended by a relative whom has 2 toddlers, so we did not bother to do much research on it.