As a new parent, the list of essentials for your newborn can feel overwhelming. From safe sleeping spaces to on-the-go necessities like prams and car seats, the checklist seems never-ending. In this article, we'll simplify things and focus specifically on what your newborn needs for feeding.

Essential Items for Feeding

Whether you're breastfeeding or formula feeding, certain items are indispensable for ensuring a comfortable and smooth feeding experience for both you and your baby. Let's delve into the essentials:

For Breastfeeding

• Breast Pads: Leaking milk is common for breastfeeding moms. Invest in either washable or disposable breast pads to protect your clothes. Opt for disposable pads with a sticky patch to keep them securely in place.
• Feeding Pillows: Nursing pillows, especially U or V-shaped ones, provide crucial support during breastfeeding sessions, enhancing comfort for both you and your baby.
• Breast Pumps: A breast pump becomes invaluable if you need to maintain a steady milk supply. It allows you to pump and store breastmilk for times when you're unavailable for feeding, ensuring a consistent supply, whether it's for nighttime feedings or when returning to work.

For Bottle Feeding:

• Breastmilk Bags: If you're storing breastmilk, ensure not a drop goes to waste by using pre-sterilized, BPA-free breastmilk bags. Cherub Baby breast milk storage bags are a reliable option suitable for both refrigeration and freezing.
• Bottles: Wide-necked glass bottles are favored for their ease of cleaning and formula preparation. Consider the preferences of Kidspot moms who have voted on the best baby bottles.
• Teats: Finding the right teat for your baby may take some trial and error. Opt for age-appropriate teats to ensure the correct milk flow. Cherub Baby offers a range of BPA-free teats tailored to your baby's needs.
• Formula: Choose age-appropriate formula for your baby, and try to stick with the same brand to avoid potential food allergies.
• Steriliser: Ensure all feeding tools are sterilized until your baby is at least 12 months old. Microwave steam sterilizer bags offer a quick and easy solution, or consider investing in a baby sterilizer like the Cherub Baby 4 in 1 Automatic Baby Food Maker, which not only sterilizes bottles and teats but also prepares baby's first solids.

Conclusion

While this list covers the essentials for feeding your newborn, it's not exhaustive. Other basics like bibs, towels, and burp cloths are also important. Being prepared with the right tools can make those first few months much easier as you adjust to parenthood.

Remember, every parent's journey is unique, and it's okay to seek guidance and support along the way. By ensuring you have the essentials on hand, you can approach feeding your newborn with confidence and ease.

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