Ready to bring home that bundle of joy? As an adoptive parent, those final weeks can be filled with excitement, stress and anticipation. While you’re counting the days toward that big day, here are a few ways to make sure you are ready for that new baby. You might want to consider these must-have items for your little one’s arrival:
Car Seat – Before you take your new baby home, you’ll need a car seat. Yes, they do make them that small. Most car seats fit easily into a base that is fastened by a latch or seat belt in the middle of the back seat. Depending on the seat that you buy, many can be latched into a stroller as well. To give you a head start on the car seat hunt, here’s a site that will help you research the various types of car seats to find the one that best fits your needs.
Onesies – These one-piece, stretchy bodysuits are an essential item for your new baby. They come in long sleeve and short sleeve, and can be worn under jammies or clothes as an extra layer of warmth and protection.
Swaddling Blankets – Most babies love to be wrapped tight in these thin blankets. It reminds them of being in the womb. Also, it prevents their little arms and legs from flailing about.
Baby Bathtub – Sorry to break the news, but babies can get pretty stinky! These plastic, rubber or foam tubs offer a safe place to clean up baby.
Diapers – Last, but not least, get diapers. And lots of ‘em! Babies go through bundles of these during their first few months of life! So whether you are going with disposable or cloth, be sure you have them handy right off the bat.
For more tips on what to have ready for baby’s homecoming, take a look at this article from Parentingsquad.com.