Before you spend that cash or empty that gift card, check out this list of stuff your newborn baby doesn't need:
Name brand diapers: The first diapers we got for our baby were gifted name brand diapers. We didn't need to buy diapers for months. Friggin' sweet, right? When the diapers finally ran out we knew we couldn't afford to continue with the original brand we were gifted and were a little hesitant to switch to something cheaper. We finally took a chance and discovered that the off brands were just a good (really, ever better!) and were significantly less expensive.
A diaper bag: What? Have I gone mad? Nope. What I mean is you don't need a bag that has been specifically designed to be a diaper bag. Any large purse, tote, messenger bag, overnight bag and even backpack can be a diaper bag. If you look in your closet right now, I bet you've got something that will work AND it's already in your style!
A ton of newborn sized clothes and accessories: Babies grow and they grow fast. Within just a few weeks, that cute little outfit you love so much will be tucked away in storage or already passed on to another little one. When you go shopping don't be afraid to buy clothes that are too big because they will fit eventually.
A diaper genie: Just put yucky diapers in a plastic shopping bag, tie it up tight and toss it!
Stuffed Animals: A new baby could care less about that silly cute little stuffed giraffe you bought. In fact, he might not even start showing interests in them for months. Well, he could snuggle up with Mr. Giraffe Pants in his crib right? No. Because stuffed toys are possible SIDS risks it is highly advised that you do not put stuffed animals (or pillows or blankets) the bed with baby.
A changing table: Yeah, don't even bother registering for one. They take up space and they're pretty darn useless. It's just as easy and far more convenient to change your baby wherever you are - the bed, the couch or the floor will work just fine. Just be sure to put a towel down first!
Baby laundry detergent: Just simply wash baby's clothes separately in "free and clear" laundry soap (and unscented dryer sheets or skip those all together).
Full priced clothes: Sure that super awesome onesie is only $10 at Target, but you can definitely get more bang for your buck at a thrift store or consignment shop. With all baby clothes only $2 per garment at our local Goodwill, I can walk away with a super cute onesie for Cedar AND four dresses!
Shoes: Well, since babies can't walk there's really no need for them. Sure they look cute, but your newborn can survive without that $80 pair of Jordan's.
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