Keep your receipts and tape them to each package so that you can exchange them after baby is born if you have an abundance of sizes you don’t need. But it’s better than picking up your child at the end of the day with a soggy diaper! So if it seems like they’re going through diapers quick, they are. Many daycares change your baby’s diaper on a schedule (even if they’re not wet or poopy). This is something I forgot to budget for with my first baby. Remember, if the baby will be going to daycare, you’ll need to have plenty of diapers to send to daycare and to keep at home. Depending on the deals you find on jumbo packs, adjust accordingly. Those are just suggestions to get you started.
Newborn: (4) 20 ct Jumbo Packs-80 ct or 1 box 120 ct (my kids didn’t use as many newborn diapers, so I suggest sticking with jumbo packs for this size) Here’s how I started my diaper stockpile. How do you know which sizes of diapers your baby will need? What if you deliver a monster child that weighs 15 pounds?! Rest assured, your baby probably won’t be quite that big. What Sizes to Buy for your Diaper Stockpile You need to see where your money is going so you can make the right financial decisions for your family. If you’ve never budgeted before, start here. Sure, you can set aside money in the budget specifically for diapers, but when you’re sleep deprived and trying to get in and out of the store, you’re not going to feel like shopping for deals and you’re likely to overpay. By planning ahead and building a diaper stockpile, one package at a time, you’ll save hundreds of dollars your first year as parents.īefore the baby is born, you’ll likely have more money to allocate in the budget for extras, like diapers and formula. Pampers and Huggies are awful proud of their paper underwear.
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You should never, ever pay full price for a package of diapers. (Trust me: it will happen.) Never Pay Full Price for Diapers
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And let’s not forget about the sucker punch of childcare expenses! Here’s how to build your diaper stockpile so that your hubby’s not having to run to Walgreens at 9 pm after you tried to make it through the day, but little one had a massive blow-out. New parents often overlook this and are bombarded with the true expense of diapers, wipes, formula (if not able or willing to breastfeed) and other unexpected costs. Pacifier: the jury is still out on this one BUT I packed one anyway.Building a diaper stockpile before the baby is born is one of the smartest ways to prepare for the new addition to the family. Nasal Aspirator: stuffy nose? Clearing an airway? You name it! I never leave home without one. Even if you’re planning to be somewhere indoors it could still be too chilly for the baby. Light Blanket: this is weather dependent because you may actually need a heavy blanket. Then when its time to feed you can just pop the lid off, add the formula and shake.**Ĭhange of Clothes: Between spit up and blow outs they change like a million time a day so again, stay ready. **Side note: If you formula feed pre-fill the bottles with the specified water amount and use the little container that allows you to pre-portion formula. My short term goal is to exclusively nurse for the first 4 weeks so I will not pack spare bottles until I have a good supply established. Nursing Cover: because boobs are life and I will feed my baby in public regardless of who is around. They basically serve the same purpose but you get more bang for your buck. Poop Bags: I actually use dog poop bags to store dirty diapers while we’re out. If you don’t like the size that comes with it, you can always purchase one separately. Vaseline for newly circumcised baby boys.Ĭhanging Pad: Your bag may or may not come with one. No one has time to be toting that big tub around.ĭiaper Cream: A&D Ointment to protect their little bums. Wipes: I use a refillable travel pack they are lightweight and easy to care.
I’m also that mom that keeps a few extra in the trunk because life and accidents happen. Here’s what I have inside:ĭiapers: think one for every hour or so that you’ll be away from home. The likelihood that I’ll need any of this from the hospital to home is slim to none but I wanted to pack it anyway.
You guys, ITS’ BABY WEEK!! Before I sprint out the door to the hospital (yes, I plan to run all the way there LOL), I wanted to share whats in my Bow & Rattle diaper bag.
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