Margot's Newborn Essentials

As Margot turns three months on Wednesday (!) I wanted to share some of our favorite things and items we honestly would not have survived the fourth trimester without. A lot of these things were different from my essentials with Harry — since over the past 2.5 years, I have discovered new brands, small shops, and am just overall deeper into the mom world. Also, each baby is so different and Margot is a huge snuggle bug, so I have bought a few different things with her that Harry never cared for/about.

Sharing in the event you are pregnant, and/or close to the arrival of meeting your little one, I always found it helpful to know what other moms couldn’t live without those first few months:

Willaby Baby Blanket

This was the first thing to touch Margot’s skin in the hospital, after me and Nick ;) It is the most soft, most snuggly and also beautiful blanket. I wash it about once a week, and it washes beautifully. It’s also my go-to baby gift!

Charlie Crane Rocker

During the day, when we’re home, Margot takes the majority of her naps in this chair. I know it is not considered “safe sleep”, so she is never in it for long naps, or unattended. She also loves to lounge in it while I’m making dinner or we’re eating. I found it to be really comfortable for newborns, as opposed to some of the other chairs Harry had I didn’t feel comfortable putting him in until he really had better neck control.

Lovevery Playmat

For Harry we had borrowed a few different mats because I could never bring myself to buy them because they burned my eyeballs. I found out about Lovevery after Harry was about six months, and didn’t think it was worth it at that age and SO regret that decision. It is a game changer, and Margot is obsessed with it. I feel like she’s really engaged with the black and white cards so far, and loves the mirror for tummy time — I can’t wait for her to discover more of it as she grows.

Little Ellie Co Lovey

As I said, Margot is a complete snuggle obsessed little bug. She is currently asleep in her chair, with her Willaby blanket cozied up on one side of her face, and this Little Ellie Co lovey on the other (don’t worry I’m watching her every breath and of course never leave her unattended). I ordered her pattern custom through Sally back in late August, and this little rabbit was so worth the wait. It already goes everywhere with us.

Solly Baby Sleepers

Most days, you can find Margot in one of these — and it’s what she came home from the hospital in! So soft, so adorable and easy — while still looking like a cute little outfit.

Briar Baby Bonnets

Fun fact, this was the first thing I bought in the hospital after having Margot. We didn’t find out the sex, so it was veryyyy fun to start buying all the girl things — and I knew she was going to be a bonnet girl. These were also a savior when she started losing her hair around the one month mark…

Green Sprouts Burp Cloths

A godsend for Harry AND Margot. Our favorite burp cloths ever.

Loui Pacifiers

I was sent these to try out by the cutest team at Loui, and Margot was smitten at first suck. Pacifiers are tricky with babies of course, but this one she literally fell asleep with within minutes of first trying it. They’re made with non-toxic medical grade silicone, and my favorite part is they’re one solid piece, so there’s no place for gross things to get stuck or grow.

Willaby Wraps

The best swaddle, the best light blanket, the best cuddle — a million uses and beautiful!

Snuggle Me Organic Lounger

Our favorite sleep time lounger.

Again, this is not safe sleep certified so please ask your pediatrician, and never leave baby unattended while sleeping in loungers or chairs.

Puj Bath

We have a very small bathroom, which means a small sink — and the Puj is perfect! I love how secure a newborn feels in it — since baths can feel a bit uncertain…

Tubby Todd Shampoo & Moisturizer

I tried all the usual suspects with Harry and never really settled on one I loved. I tried Tubby Todd for Margot and so far we’re in love. Smells divine and leaves her clean and soft.

Coterie Diapers

Super absorbant, soft, easy text re-ordering! I will never use any other diapers.

Bloom Baby Wipes

I think I’ve had these on monthly order since Harry was born? I don’t ever plan to cancel. The. Best.

Gathre Padded Mini Mat

We use this alone, or under her Lovevery mat. Super soft surface for babies, but Harry also uses daily to play on! You all know how I feel about Gathre products — I am their biggest fan and think every single thing they make is just perfect.

Gathre Padded Micro+

Oh hey another Gathre product! I ordered the padded micro+ mat for our first floor changing station, mainly to use when I was recovering from my c-section and Nick had gone back to work. I use for both kids, and it’s a lifesaver. Comfy for them, and wipes down perfectly clean. It has so so many uses, so I'll probably use in the bathroom by the tub to save our knees when I don’t need downstairs anymore!

Comotomo Baby Bottles

Margot is (as of now) 99.9% breastfed, but the few times we have given her a bottle, she took these perfectly! We love ‘em.

Happy Baby Carrier - Original

My go-to with Harry, and Margot is another #1 fan. On Harry’s first flight to England, he slept in this the ENTIRE time. I am the biggest believer of the Happy Baby, so was so happy when Margot agreed. Whenever we’re out and about (the playground, farm, etc), she is in this carrier, and most likely sleeping. It’s must easier for me to wear her than have her in a stroller — keeps me free and mobile to chase/play with Harry! And now especially with COVID — I feel safest with her so close to me and protected.

I think that’s it! I hope you found this helpful!

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