Even though most people plan how and when they want to become parents, I’m sure that the task-at-hand can seem daunting. When you look at the big picture, you’re bringing a life into this world that you are wholly and solely responsible for. You need to keep this human being alive and happy and that is a pressure-filled job. Because as adults we sometimes struggle to keep our own selves happy, amirite? We’re human and no matter how much we prepare in advance, life can always spin us a curveball. And that thought is hella scary! But when it comes down to having a child or being a new parent for the very first time, you’ll want to have a list of things that you will need to help make this process feel less daunting. Also, maintaining a list is a great way to tackle pent up energy and anxiety.
Ask your friends with children what their experience was like, do a little bit of research. Also, you have to know and understand that your child will grow at an exponential rate, so try to look for sustainable options and not go overboard. Invest in things and items that will help you care for your child but also help you manage your work and lifestyle simultaneously. I know a lot of women who forget to make themselves a priority when they have a child and I can understand that. But maybe invest in a thing or two that can help you relax. And, of course, we want to help you with this list so scroll on for more.
Here’s a list of products to help make a new parents life easier:
1) Crib
![Baby Oops GIF by Jacob Shwirtz - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-928.gif)
2) A crib mobile
![M Night Servant GIF by Apple TV - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-929.gif)
3) Stroller
![Drifting Tokyo Airport GIF by Idea Distribution LLC - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-930.gif)
4) Set of swaddles, bibs and burp cloths
![GIF by ABC Network - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-931.gif)
5) Pacifier
![Sad Alec Baldwin GIF by DreamWorks Animation - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-932.gif)
6) Invest in keepsakes, a camera to record things, a photo album, a record book
![Josh Henderson Christmas Movie GIF by Hallmark Movies & Mysteries - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-933.gif)
7) Wet wipes
![American Sign Language Baby Wipes GIF by ASL Connect - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-934.gif)
8) Car seat
![Season 3 Baby GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-935.gif)
9) Diaper bag
![Lil Helper Cloth Diaper GIF by Lil Helper Cloth Diapers - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-936.gif)
10) Shampoo, lotion, oil, rash cream
![Baby Lifestyle GIF by Massage MNL - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-937.gif)
11) Diaper caddy
![Baby Diaper GIF by NETFLIX - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-938.gif)
12) Feeding bottles
![Season 3 Baby GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-939.gif)
13) Bedding
![Snuggle Up Nest Cam GIF by Nest - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-940.gif)
14) Pillow
![Sick Baby GIF by South Park - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-941.gif)
15) Blanket
![Sleeping Beauty Sleep GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-942.gif)
16) Mittens
![Snow Mittens GIF by Stephanie Hofmann - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-943.gif)
17) Booties
![Dog Shoes GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-944.gif)
18) Onesies
![Baby GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-945.gif)
19) Mosquito net
![Bart Simpson GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-946.gif)
20) Chest carrier
![Family Walking GIF by This Girl Can - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-947.gif)
21) Baby monitor
![Season 3 Homer GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-948.gif)
22) Bouncer
![Baby Spinning GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-949.gif)
23) Diapers
![Tom Jerry GIF - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-950.gif)
24) Tub
![Cat Baby GIF by AFV Pets - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-951.gif)
25) High chair
![Baby Eating GIF by South Park - Find & Share on GIPHY](https://wp.missmalini.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/giphy-952.gif)
For the mother:
1) Breast pump
2) Nursing bra
3) Breast pads
4) Foot and neck massager
Do you know of any other products that would make a new parents life easier? Let me know in the comments below.
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