A hot topic and area for debate in the pregnancy world is baby must-haves. It seems as though everybody is trying to get you to buy everything or they are shaming the "stuff" and emphasizing how you don't need anything. I am all for being open-minded, but I err on the side of being an over-prepared mama! Also, if I can get something that makes my life a little easier, even if I know I am fully capable, why the heck not?? We went through our baby gear last weekend before a yard sale and realized just how much we'd wasted buying allllll of the "essential baby items" that didn't work how we thought they would! Safety gear, bottles, carriers, and sleep items vary greatly for every kiddo based on their preferences. Some babies love swings and some love seats and literally the only thing they care about with toys is how to get them in their mouths. This list of essentials is based 100% on my experience as a mom and what helped ME the most during the baby phase (and even now!). The hatch rest plus has been a true lifesaver. It helps immensely with creating a sleep environment for the little one and it is amazing that it includes a light and app capabilities. 💤 I've used and preferred my elvie pump for both of my babies so far. I love the ease of use and portability were incredible. I plan to use it with 3 if and when I pump!! 👩🏽‍🍼 The aden and anais burpy bibs don't even need explanation. They. Are. Everything. I had one set with my first and ended up with four more sets for my second. If 3 is a spitter like his brothers, these will have paid for themselves in outfits saved by one month 🤪 Portable cribs are all so vastly different, but we got this one on a whim to be our in-room bassinet with 1 and I have never been more pleasantly surprised in the ROI of a baby item! 🙌🏽 The baby bjorn bouncer is the perfect baby container if you feel guilty using one 🤣 LTKFind LTKbump LTKbaby