But many mums wonder how soon is too soon to start buying. Between superstitions, hand-me-downs and time pressure, it can be tough to know when it is the 'right time' to pick up the nappies that are on special offer, or the cute baby blanket you saw online.
Here are some tips to help you decide when is the right time to start shopping for your new arrival:. Many women prefer to wait until they are out of the first trimester to start buying for their baby, especially if they are superstitious. Realistically, buying for your baby earlier won't make anything happen although the early stages of pregnancy do carry a greater risk of miscarriage but if you feel better waiting then do. You still have six more months of baby buying ahead of you.
If you plan on finding out the gender of your baby, then it is probably better to wait to buy clothes until then. You can usually find out the gender at the anomaly scan, which is generally around the twenty-week mark. Sure, you can take weekly selfies of your baby bump to commemorate your remarkable pregnancy journey.
But there's something extra special about owning a customized piece of art, especially one that strips down the details to simply and beautifully capture your gorgeous body. These silhouettes come in your choice of 24 colors, four sizes, and with or without a frame. You also have the option of more than one silhouette to reflect each month of your pregnancy.
Simply upload a photo and the artists will do the rest. By now you may need some extra help getting a good night's sleep. Fans, white noise machines, earplugs, and body pillows are all good tools for pregnant women needing their z's.
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Buy at Walmart. Photo credit: Tspheres. Buy at Tspheres. Photo credit: Le Papier Studio. Buy at Le Papier Studio. Photo credit: Thinkstock. Go to the third-trimester shopping checklist. Check out our shopping list for your baby's first six weeks. A General Timeline for Buying Baby Items First Trimester Between budgeting for a baby and organizing your home to make room for baby stuff, there is plenty to do before you start shopping.
Create a budget — First things first: Create a budget for baby stuff. Need to make room in your budget for all those adorable baby clothes? To find the products that are perfect for your family, be sure to spend a little time researching your must-have baby gear. Start reading baby buying guides and reviews to get a better idea of what products will serve you best.
Stock up on consumables — Consider using this time to start stockpiling laundry detergent, shampoo and conditioner, dish soap, toilet paper and other consumables that may cost a lot over the long run. Stocking up on consumables can also help ease the nesting feeling without filling your home with baby stuff too early.
Outfit your nursery with baby girl bedding or baby boy bedding in fun colors, patterns and prints. Start ordering nursery furniture — Buying nursery furniture online? Be sure to order sooner rather than later. Additionally, this will give you enough time to assemble the crib. Declutter your home — Start decluttering your home to make room for all the baby stuff coming your way.
Start by putting one or two items into a trash bag each day. Once the bag is full, drop it off at a donation center. While your main options are cloth diapers and disposable diapers, you also have many options between all the different brands and styles.
Stock up on must-have essentials — For such tiny beings, babies can go through a surprising number of clothes, diapers and creams. In your nursery, make sure that you have lots of baby bibs and burp cloths within easy reach. Check out the wide selection of quality baby clothes at Gerber Childrenswear and order everything you need for your bundle of joy.
Hand-me-downs may have been stuffed in the basement or attic, causing them to get dusty. Keep an eye out for good deals — Impatiently waiting for your little one to arrive?
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