Minimalist Baby Gear Haul || Preparing For Our First Child
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- Опубликовано: 17 июн 2020
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In todays video I show you all the baby gear I have been gifted and collected. As Im getting closer to my due date, I have been scurrying to make sure I have all the gear I need for when the baby gets here. I tried to keep everything as minimal as possible, but we’ll see how realistic this is after the baby comes. Everything is linked below for if you’re interested in any of these products. I hope you enjoy this and get something out of it!
GEAR ||
Fjallraven Raven 20 Backpack Dark Olive - amzn.to/3fF8Yhz
Pampers Sensitive Wipes - amzn.to/3ebjkFB
Pampers Pure Diapers - amzn.to/3deG8CO
Baby Bum Diaper Cream Applicator - amzn.to/2YEnZsY
Desitin Diaper Cream - amzn.to/3fBOcz0
Gathre Micro Change Mat - gathre.com/products/micro
Oogie Bear Nose Cleaner - amzn.to/30T0C1G
Nasal Aspirator - amzn.to/2YaAaid
Gripe Water - amzn.to/3fDyBir
Kyte Baby Ring Sling in Driftwood - amzn.to/30PVMC2
Ergo Baby Embrace Carrier - amzn.to/30VMZP5
Dr Browns Anti-Colic Bottle - amzn.to/37HTFBY
Philips Avent Bottle - amzn.to/37G3yjf
Tommy Tippy Bottle - amzn.to/3fzOLtn
Medela Calma Bottle - amzn.to/3d8eAPv
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump - amzn.to/3edgPSS
Hakka Breast Pump - amzn.to/37E5l8u
Wooden Bottle Brush - amzn.to/2YHshje
Thermoflask Insulated Water Bottle - amzn.to/3hCwRbg
Philips Avent Bottle Warmer - amzn.to/3hCvIAi
Boon Bottle Drying Rack - amzn.to/2UXr7zc
Cink Silicon Baby Bib - www.cinkshop.com/product-page...
Copper Pearl Swaddle - amzn.to/30Y84sp
Anna&Eve Swaddle - amzn.to/2N6n1R1
Burts Bees Babe Towel - amzn.to/30QQI0h
Tushy Towel Wash Cloth - hellotushy.com/products/bidet...
Burts Bees Baby Lotion - amzn.to/2YQC7j4
Wotnot All Natural Baby Wash - www.naturalhomeco.com.au/prod...
Live Clean Baby Oil - amzn.to/3fwOkzY
Chibello Hair Brush Set - amzn.to/2UVptOp
Duck Thermometer - www.bedbathandbeyond.ca/store...
Silicon Toothbrush - amzn.to/3ee1v8F
Keekaroo Peanut Change Pad in Vanilla - amzn.to/2Cj1mmr
Ingenuity Townsend SmartBounce Automatic Bouncer
amzn.to/2BcH3q9
KidCo DreamPod Bassinet - www.amazon.ca/Kidco-Dream-Pod...
Thule Sleek Stroller - amzn.to/3ef20ze
Nuna Pipa Lite Car Seat - www.babiesrus.ca/en/Nuna-PIPA...
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I loved this video! Going to be honest I was worried when I saw “minimalist” because most RUclips minimalists tend to buy very expensive products just for aesthetics it seems. This was a really practical video and you have such a cute personality!
Oh thank you!
Same! Everyone is recommending $300+ items 😂 I love this channel because it’s minimalist AND financially mindful 🙌
I preferred the Medela hand pump+hakkaa combo over my electric pump! Less parts to clean, surprisingly faster, and I could do it wherever without being tied to an outlet
I’m due on December and I can’t wait to finally be able to see and hold my baby 💓
Oh I’m so excited for you!
Awwh Congratulations🥺🖤 I’m due in January with a baby boy
due Dec aswell! congrats!
I’m due in December also!!!
I’m due in December as well!!!!!!😍
I'm having a baby girl next month I know the feeling when you're getting so close! love the videos.
Thanks for being on RUclips!! Your videos are very helpful and practical 🥰
I loved this! Also loved how long it was! Thanks for posting.
I love how cost conscious you are! Yay minimalism!
Love this 💜
I'm 38 weeks tomorrow! Super excited to meet my little princess ❤️
Oh my! Good luck!
Would love to see how you set up the babies room and dresser, or how you store their clothes. Maybe also a video on organization ideas for a small space?
Totally! I’ll be coming out with something along those lines soon!
This is like literally the best video I watched so far...
I saw in the comments you wanted to use cloth. It is totally overwhelming to look at to begin with. If you look up “the nappy guru” you can do a questionnaire which recommends cloth to suit you. Get a couple and if it doesn’t work you can sell them on for practically the same price. Remember that it isn’t all or nothing and just using one a day saves 500 nappies from a landfill.
You are going to be amazing and your “see how it goes” attitude is really going to benefit you as a new mum. Everything is trial and error xxxxx
I really thought you were talking about an online questionnaire. But this appears to be a sales questionnaire where you are given a personalized answer. I would love an automated questionnaire that wouldn't make me feel guilty wasting someone's time when I'm not going to buy their product.
Ruth Findlay - yeah, they email personally; they seem passionate about cloth so I don’t think they would be upset about you gathering info and shopping elsewhere! Xx
Lovely time!
Water bottle for yourself was smart! Sometimes we forget about taking care of Mom. ☀️ Heidi
Love it, so much fun getting ready for baby. I have watched some of your newer vlogs, your little guy is very sweet. I'm a mom to 8 kids and essentials for me where cloth diaps. and slings and carriers of all sorts. I have found ergo , Lila baby, boba wrap etc. All second hand. I had to laugh about the nose cleaner for 26$ I've never heard of that. I just would use a warm wash cloth or a q tip. I'm curious if you used the nose cleaner.
You should definitely try the Pamper’s Pure Aqua Pure Wipes. It looks like you got the Pampers Sensitive which are great but the Pampers Aqua Pure are Amazing and meant to coordinate with the Pampers Pure Diapers. We love the Pampers Pure line.
I just wait till may. . . Can't wait 💕🥰🥰
This video was SO helpful 💛
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Our duck works already almost year)) Pampers pure the best 👍🏻 but also we using Charlie Banana at home, so nice cloth diapers! About Ergobaby, we had black first also, but in the desert gray one thick is the best option for you and for baby, so we got original and Omni360, it’s not so hot in there. About swaddlers SwaddleMe is nice (transition ones) if you want spend less, after 5-6 months we stopped swaddle and easy went to wearable blanket that much more safe.
Have you heard of the puj tub? When we had H we didn’t have space for a baby tub and it was a huge help.
36 weeks tomorrow which means baby could come whenever, I’m so excited. :) were cloth diapering and I’m nervous to see how that goes but the days are going by so slow
Oh my, good luck!!
I’m currently pregnant (just like you now in ‘22 😄) almost 13 weeks. My biggest struggle has been picking a stroller/car seat. Did this stroller/car seat meet your expectations & do you plan on continuing to use with the new baby.
I LOVE that you thrift shop! I try to get nearly everything we purchase (besides food) 2nd hand. Lots of baby stuff will have to be new but I'll def be buying 2nd hand too.
Want to do that as well....and ask around in my family.
I've seen so many vids that talk about drying racks and i always wondered why it was a necessity. Thanks for not making the assumption that we know why. Haha. I have cats so idk what im going to do about a drying rack and floating hair
Due November 10th and this video really helped me to feel calm and content that we have what we need ❤️
Amazing!
Hello bello wipes are the best! I love them there all I use
YES
When you made your own swaddles from fabricland, how much fabric did you buy for each one?? Thank you so much!!
The Thule stroller is great. My brother works for that co and my mom said she's going to get me a stroller from there. Yeah...not pregnant. Lol
Hahahah love this!
Im due march 31st! And im so excited! This video helps!
Congrats! March is coming up so soon!
Hope your birth/labor goes well!
The best diaper cream
Of all time is....wait for it....sudocrem. It is magic. I have 3 kids so I should know.
I have read and heard corn flour is great also.
Yes! I’ve tried so many things, then I went to England and bought sudocrem and fell in love! I get one every time I’m there
I love your glasses! Congrats on your bundle of joy on the way! Btw love hello bello prenatals they taste SO good!!! I am due in Nov. actually between thanksgiving and the 30th, I’m in between that 4 days haha 😆 anyway, congrats again! Praying for a great delivery/recovery!
Thank you so much! It’s so nice having other pregnant women to go on this journey with! Good luck with your babe on the way!
Im due thanksgiving day!!!!
Wondering if the baby pillow helped? I put the same one on my registry my brother got a flat head when he was a baby so i wanted to get this pillow to avoid that
Hi Ashley, is this the video you said ur mother thrifted burp cloths ? If so what did she use? What material are they made from
insurance may cover an electric pump. check !!!
Nothing wrong with manual some ppl love it
I used my insurance for the free electric pump and the hospital gave me a free manual. I actually sold the electric one and loved my manual more!
I’m due December 17, this helped me! I’m a first time mom and just keep watching videos trying to get suggestions lol
Awesome! Congrats on the baby 💛
I would recommend to any new mom to be, not to buy stuff beforehand. Wait and see what your baby needs. People tell you you need stuff that may applied to their baby, but isn't essential to your baby's needs. And borrow stuff to try it out first. Things like bouncy chairs, carriers, etc. Baby might hate them. Some babies do. Borrowing items, trying out what worked for my baby and then purchasing if I needed it, saved me loads of money.
Totally agree, especially if you know you'll have a good baby shower. It doesn't have to be expensive. Anything you're not sure about, borrow ahead of time if at all possible.
This did backfire for me in terms of carriers. I wish I had at least an idea of what and where to purchase one ahead of time, instead of listening to the advice, wait to see what your baby likes, took me more than 2 months to get something and almost 5 months before I got something that was ergonomic and worked for the whole family. (thrift store miracle, 3 carriers at $25 total including an infantino, a mei tai and a ergobaby360.) At 2 months i finally found a local carrier group that had a selection to try on and test, I would recommend finding a group while you're pregnant.
On that note, join new mom groups when you're pregnant and you might find people to borrow from and great insight.
I preferred the manual pump in the early days of breastfeeding. Cos I was sore. Like, a lot. And the electric pump started off way too harsh, making me cringe. With manual pump I was able to start off very very softly. And it was also quiet enough to use close to the baby after she fed and was dozing off.
Stokke bath is really good you should check it out.
Best thing for a rash is changing immediately and bathing and airdry
Why do I feel like when the baby is born all the extra stuff like putting the drying rack in the cupboard and hand pumping milk will go out of the window, lol.
Lol so far so good!
Triple paste is awesome! Its a bit pricey but my daughter had super sensitive skin and the brand triple paste was amazing
Oooo, good to know!
The diaper rash cream applicator is a life saver. I even bought a mini one from amazon for my diaper bag. I used it with my last baby and I’m due in a few weeks and I’ll be using it again.
I take it you dont have any hands then
Hi minimalist mama of soon to be 3! I’m a little surprised you didn’t go with cloth diapers and wipes. No judgment was just surprised. Also those butt spatula is the best thing on the planet! I have 2 per kid 🤣 1 for changing around the house and 1 for the diaper bag. I just don’t want the same spatula on different cheeks 😅 also insurance might cover an electric pump.
I'm 17 weeks and haven't bought anything yet. My family keeps talking about all the stuff they're going to buy so we are waiting to see what they get.
Same😁
Nice tactic! I’m only 5 weeks and I’m in research mode haha
Thank you fir the great idea with the swaddles I do the same for my head wraps with fabric from hobbie lobby didn’t think for swaddles 🥰
Did you have any feelings about what you were having? I'm due in Jan. and we aren't finding out until birth :)
I always thought it was a boy, but it was less of a motherly instinct and more of a wish
Congratulations to you and your family you look absolutely stunning beautiful gorgeous what brand of diapers are you going to use
Thank you! So far our favourite is Huggies Special Delivery
Great idea on making your own swaddle! What fabric did you pick? The burnt orange fabric looks exactly like the Max and Moose one I have in my registry and it’s $45! I would love to see your video on how you make your play mat because I purchased one from value village but it doesn’t have enough cushion for the baby. I love and appreciate your content girl, I am due February 2021 and it’s really helping me minimize my registry and expectations because this baby thing is overwhelming and expensive! Thank you! I keep thinking to myself, back in the day they didn’t need cribs or bassinets they used a dresser drawer or a Moses basket. My have we evolved into something completely different lol.
Hello! For the swaddle I don’t remember exactly what the fabric blend was, I think it was mostly cotton with some spandex. I mostly went on feel, stretchy and soft. I know, swaddles can be SO expensive! I’ll be coming out with a video soon talking about how I made the play mat so watch out for that. Congratulations on the pregnancy! Baby gear can definitely be overwhelming so I’m glad I can help 😊
@@AshleyEmbers thank you !! 🥰
Did you check to see if insurance will pay for a pump. You might have one at this point but you could maybe submit the bill for reimbursement.
my insurance doesn't cover it!
When you are at home, just wash your baby's butt in the sink with water and dry with a towel. It helps the most against diaper rash, as well as keeping them naked from time to time. Plus is the most efficient.
The first month you should give a sponge bath and not bathe, according to the doctors and midwives in Germany. And then for months you can use water with no detergent. Babies are not really dirty.
The nose sucker and pucker are not useful. The sucker powered by the vacuum is the most efficient.
If you would be doing baby led weaning, that bib is also useless. Just do it in a diaper only.
Babies can be fed through various devices, such as a spoon or a cup, just in case.
Totally agree with all of this.
I do EC occasionally so we're in the bathroom a lot and the sink is so convenient. Wipe them off with toilet paper or a baby cloth, hose them down in the sink and dry them with their towel. I haven't used wipes for months.
I live in a hot climate and my baby spends a lot of time in diapers. During meals he eats with no bib and then gets hosed off in the shower.
My pediatrician recommended cup feeding and I've realized that even though its easier to leave a bottle with a babysitter, your breastfed baby never needs to learn to use a bottle. Cup, spoon, syringe, etc. All viable options.
Also, I loved my manual pump. I was an exclusive breastfeeder, so I wasn't going to buy a pump, but I had trouble the first week and bought the cheapest option, manual, to help draw out milk. I was so surprised that it was super efficient for me. If you practice and as your milk comes in, you can hand express as well. It will seem impossible at the beginning, but it will get easier and great for an exclusive breastfeeder who don't want to buy more than just a hakka.
Off topic but your curls are amazing.
Thank you!
Check out water wipes! They a legit have nothing in them besides water and a drop of fruit extract! Love them for myself too hahaha
Oh yeah I’ve heard they’re good! I’m currently using hello hello wipes because I like they have a top that actually closes ☺️
I heard the Medula pump maybe covered by insurance. Check it out!
Came here for the minimalism and you hit me with a bottle warmer
😂😂😂
I’m a new mom, I had no idea lol
What part of this video is minimalism?
Literally thought the same
Focusing on the essentials
Crib, crib mattress, pack n play (portable for Grandma or when I’m in the kitchen), stroller, car seat.
A few pieces of clothing and towels.
Everything else, I’ll buy if I need.
I’m in the US and I’ve seen my clients receive tons of goodies from the hospital (diapers, diaper cream, formula and clothing).
Also, I don’t know if baby will wear newborn or 0-3 months.
I’m keeping all my receipts and only shop from stores where I can return/exchange 60 or 90 days later.
Wow you have such a great plan set out!
It's cute how within the first 5 min you can tell she's a first time mom.
Lol my name is Ashly, and my husband’s name is Josh. I call him Joshee🥰 how ironic and i’m about to have a babyboy December 1st or sooner. But I already have 3 kids, 1 girl and two boys.
Oh my, so many similarities! Good luck with your pregnancy!
Some health insurance companies will cover the cost (or some of the cost) of a breast pump (durable medical equipment). Might be worth looking into.
Mine doesn’t!
@@AshleyEmbers Bummer
You can get the oogiebear in the buybuybaby registry box for free just pay shipping. I bought one on Amazon and then got one in my registry box
I have the SAME EXACT hair as you!!! I need your hair routine/products! 😍😍😍
I have a couple videos on the topic!
Huggies wipes are 10x better. They are thicker and take less wipes to clean messes
Oh I hope we can afford the basics for our baby due in May. Our business has been closed since the pandemic since march so we haven't had income since then...😱
I’m so sorry this year has been so hard on you 💛
@@AshleyEmbers that's sweet thank you! Just financially hard. We are healthy and having the best gift of a baby so we are over the moon!❤️
i already had my baby a month ago but i really enjoyed listening to you talk about the process you went through with slowly accumulating the stuff you needed; i ended up super hesitate on what to get because this is my second and i knew how different babies were.. and now i'm like buying everything at once lol, for example, i needed like a whole bunch set of burp cloths because my daughter spits up and pukes no matter what
i also really wish and still want the nuna combo but it's currently out of my budget and i'm manifesting a blessing to get it lol
Yeah there’s definitely advantages and drawbacks to over preparing. It’s nice to have everything ready but you don’t know if you need it all. Also watch out for sales! I got my nuna 20% off!
is that what pregnancy hair looks like............ sign me up
😂
Amazon has a breast pump I believe it’s called the Bella pump it’s top rated and only 59.99 I am a first time mom and was going to get that just to have on hand even though I do plan on breast feeding.
Dont breastfeed your baby will never get enough to eat and will end up malnurished or even dead
@@doyouhearthepeoplesing2 false.
@@goddessflower4018 true
@@doyouhearthepeoplesing2 that’s completely false. Whiles some women do have problems and can’t produce enough, most can feed their babies fine.
i am from azerbaija.i like your videos
Okay so im sad to say i bought a bunch of this stuff and i dont use alot of it.. The oogie boogie my baby hates and seems traumatized whenever i use it. My biggest regret.. Besides the baby bullet.. Lol new moms get taken so hard! Haha
Oh I’m so sorry that didn’t work for you! I definitely also bought some stuff I thought I would use, but I didn’t
Pampers really sucks. We use hello bello but huggies lil swaddlers is my favorite
Yeah, pampers ended up not working for us. We're loving huggies for diapers and Hellp Bello wipes.
Dunno why I’m watching this now, but the backpack is pronounced kinda like “fjellreven”, and it roughly translates to “the Arctic fox” 🥰
Thank you! Also that’s such a cool meaning
I hope you bought a sound machine 😬
I didn’t 😄
My baby grew up of the nuna car seat at four months😭
J C wow really?! My 8 month old is still in his and with plenty of room! He’s not tiny either 😂
thats crazy!
Well I am not trying to be negative dont get me wrong but some of the items looked like you wouldnt need for a very long time to me :) But ofc if it made you feel good to buy thats ok
Have you thought about cloth nappies?
I have! I didn’t want to feel overwhelmed with motherhood so I’m holding off considering it
Cloth nappies are disgusting and unhygenic
@@doyouhearthepeoplesing2 no actually they're not they get washed just like your clothes do so unless you don't wash clothes or are a nudist, they're no different.
@@cloudedcolour5329 they are very different clothes dont have urine and feaces all over them that harbers bacteria
@@doyouhearthepeoplesing2 as do most baby clothing
I want an update on this
Tell me how much useless stuff you got!
I will be updating you soon!
Your insurance should cover a pump!!!
But I am a breast feeding mom, and I don’t use my electric I got. I just use my haaka
Mine doesn’t cover it, but I’m also hoping I would even need one
your insurance gives you a free electric pump. some insurance companies even give the medela one
Mine doesn’t!
@@AshleyEmbers really?! thats how my sister got her pump, she had healthfirst though I think
Im 33 weeks and i have avoided to buy anything!!!
Wow that’s impressive!
it seems like really NOT minimalistic gear :DD but thanks for ideas
Hahaha I feel like it is compared to others! But since then, I’ve noted what items I didn’t end up using. It’s in my Newborn Gear Regrets video if you’re interested
@@AshleyEmbers thanks a lot! ❤️
Health insurances companies tends to cover brest pump
Mine doesn’t!
@@AshleyEmbers
K the only reason I know is because other youtuber mentioned it in their video so I thought I would like to share
Hey! Not sure if you already know this or not but I figured I'd share this just in case. Most health insurances will cover the cost of a breast pump for you. :) CONGRATS on the baby!
Mine doesn’t, but thanks!
@@AshleyEmbers aw sorry to hear that! I'm sure the manual one will work out great 😊
Use formula and a bottle breast milk is bad for a babies
@@doyouhearthepeoplesing2 I'm not sure where you're getting that information but you're incorrect. There is nothing wrong with breastfeeding or formula feeding.
@@MrsAmberSearle ruclips.net/video/H9mgCvja-L8/видео.html thats what breast milk does to your kids teeth 1000s of babies have also died because of breastfeeding and not getting any milk
Pampers are natural? Since when??
They make a specific cleaner version 😊
The silicone bib remark cracks me up. So that food doesn't end up everywhere. Food WILL end up everywhere, unless feeding toddler inside a plastic tent. I preferred fabric bibs so they could double as wipes for quick food drop/dribble catches. For play mat I used a yoga mat. You'll find out why wipeable surfaces on play mats are ideal ;) Never used a drying rack, bottle brush or bottle heater. I used a pot, cooked water, boiled bottle clean and let them air dry on a clean towel that was new, wasn't used for anything else, and only washed with non perfumed detergent. For teeth, you can use waterwipes as well. I preferred those wipes, since they can be used for face, teethe and bum. We live and learn, hahahaha.
I’m probably late but if you have health ins you can get a breast pump for free. At least in America. I’m new here and your accent sounds Canadian so it might not be relevant to you lol
I am Canadian! Good ear. Yeah I don’t have insurance for a pump 😄
FYI.... you can get an electric breast pump for free through your insurance company.
Some suck
My insurance doesnt cover it!
What you've bought isn't what I would call minimalist but good video.
To each their own 😊
Why would a minimalist have a diaper cream applicator 😂
Minimalist are people who keep what is essential to them. Essentials are different for everyone. Being a first time mom, I thought it would be an essential
Minimalist?
It's better to cupfeed your baby rather than using bottles if you want to successfuly breastfeed your baby.
Wannabe LoeppkysLife much 😂 lol you look exactly like her. Also if you’re trying to be more natural then disposable diapers aren’t the way at all. Especially not pampers lol. Try a more hybrid option of cloth diaper, like gDiapers. They offer both cloth and disposable flushable inserts. But the inserts are more biodegradable if you don’t want to do laundry as much. I’m cringing at the diaper genie. So bad for the environment girl! But I applaud you for you effort.
I love LoeppkysLife and if you want to be precise, I actually had the short hair and round glasses before her. Not like either of us invented this super trendy style lol. Also we should be celebrating each others efforts towards zero waste instead of tearing each other down. We’re all on our own journey. I would love to eventually try cloth diapers but I want to get a hold on motherhood first. Plus flushable inserts don’t decompose and wreck havoc on the sewer system. You’re better off just throwing them out.
Sa H, who hurt you?
Embers & Ash I wanted so badly to use cloth diapers! BUT, every time my newborn urinated... she woke up and cried! She could feel the wet and cold! As soon as I put her in disposable diapers, she stopped waking up! Each child is different and WILL teach/let you know what does not work for them😘
Totally! 😄