We pick the 10 must-have nursery items for parents-to-be. Create a gray and white nursery that is classic, gender neutral, and easy to add to in the future. Set up a stunning nursery in a small space with a few simple steps. Find a crib that will last for years with our breakdown of convertible crib features and options.Hot SeatInfant car seats fit small babies best, but they have a limited shelf life. Opt for a convertible car seat that can be used rear- or forward- facing from birth. ) gets high marks from safety experts and is a breeze to install...Sign up for the Pregnancy Planner for daily tips to help you along the next nine months and track your progress! ) for babies up to 32 pounds and 32 inches tall. Rock OnPark that booty here now and later: The Fisher-Price Infant-to-Toddler Rocker ($40; fisher-price .com) is a bouncer that grows up along with your baby. It has a reclining vinyl seat that wipes clean, and the tray features a removable, dishwasher-safe insert.
Carried AwayInfantino's classy Style Rider carrier ($40; Target) offers extra lower-back support and handy pockets for your keys and wallet. Sleep EasyWhether it costs $100 or $1,000, every new crib must meet the same government safety standards. ), recommended for its safety and value. Keeping TabsYou probably don't need a monitor (trust us -- you'll hear your baby cry!), but most moms want one anyway. ) and a timed nightlight. Play StationSkip the fully loaded activity center. ) will provide more than enough entertainment for your tot, plus you can always add more playthings to the tray. Easy RiderOffering a smooth ride, an easy, compact fold, and weighing in at just 17 pounds, the versatile Chicco Liteway stroller ($130; Buy Buy Baby) will navigate bumpy sidewalks and narrow store aisles. The seat fully reclines so your infant can snooze, and the removable basket doubles as a backpack. Tot SpotSure, you can spend twice the price on a play yard, but why mess with perfection? ) -- which comes with a bassinet and toy bar -- still gets the job done.
) is well worth splurging for. It can be worn three different ways: as a tote, a messenger bag, or attached to your stroller handles. It comes with a matching changing pad, and the laminated canvas exterior wipes clean. ) is sold separately -- fitted sheets, changing pad cover, bed skirts, and more -- so you only need to buy what you know you'll use. (Skip the pricey comforter and bumper pads because they're SIDS hazards.) Extra HandsBathing a newborn can seem like trying to catch a fish with your bare hands. ) makes it easier with a mesh sling to safely and securely cradle even the smallest babies.1 1 Facebook PinterestAlexandra Grablewski A Seat that Grows with Your ChildIn this economy, who doesn't love a product that you can use and use and use? Well you're in luck. Most high chairs today come with a transition option. This means the seat can be used as a comfy cradle, in an upright position for first-time feeding, as a toddler booster for independent (or getting there) eaters, as a youth chair that can pull up and under the table, or as a spare seat at the computer desk.
Check out these picks if you're in the market for a seat that will suit every stage of your child's life.2 2 Facebook Pinterest Investment Seat: Bloom NanoWhy We Love It: For newborns to 6-month-olds, this seat starts as an off-the-ground cradle -- cool!More Perks: Microsuede upholstery. Fits up to 79 pounds. 3 3 Facebook Pinterest Investment Seat: Blossom 4-in-1 Seating SystemWhy We Love It: The quick-change seat button means transitioning the chair into its many options is a no-hassle snap.More Perks: Six-position height adjustment. Convertible harness with three and five. 4 4 Facebook Pinterest Investment Seat: Svan BirtchWhy We Love It: Simply remove tray and safety guard to use this seat as a full-size chair at the dinner table.More Perks: Comes in five finishes. Blends in perfectly with the grown-up furniture.5 5 Facebook Pinterest Investment Seat: Svan AnkaWhy We Love It: Specifically crafted so the tray can be removed, the seat lowers and -- you guessed it -- slides perfectly under the dinner table so Baby can break bread, too.
More Perks: Ergonomic, adjustable frame. Fits up to 50 pounds. Tray stores on the back of the chair.$179.95; 6 6 Facebook PinterestAlexandra Grablewski Save Some SpaceJust because you have a baby doesn't mean you have to have an obstacle course in your kitchen or dining room. A bulky high chair that requires lots of room can kill the cook's mood. Say bye-bye to room ruiners and space-eaters with these chairs that easily fold up for quick concealing in the pantry or spare closet (all are ideal for city dwellers with teeny kitchenettes).7 7 Facebook Pinterest Space Saver: AstroWhy We Love It: With the lift of a lever, this high chair falls flat to the floor for no-nonsense assembly (and disassembly).More Perks: Folds flat. Five-point harness keeps Baby locked in. Comes in classic colors (tan, black, white, and cool aqua).$149.99; 8 8 Facebook Pinterest Space Saver: SpolingWhy We Love It: Behind the backrest is a practical storage pocket ideal for bibs or a package of wet wipes.More Perks: Easily removable machine-washable cover.
Folds up in three steps. Pulls up to the table so Baby can socialize with the family.$39.99; 9 9 Facebook PinterestFancy Photography/Veer Nix Useless Nooks & Crannies for Quick CleanupThere's nothing worse than a high chair with lots of creases and crevices. They trap gobs of food and tons of crumbs. And worse, sometimes all of this mess goes undetected -- that is until you smell something funky or the family dog becomes best friends with Baby's high chair. Try these chairs that boast cool, smooth lines and hardly any crumb catchers.Facebook Pinterest Quick Cleanup: Flair Pneumatic PedestalWhy We Love It: The seat is seamless, making cleanup cake! Just wipe it clean with a damp cloth.More Perks: Contemporary design. Glides effortlessly in all directions. Fits under most tables.$176.00; Facebook Pinterest Quick Cleanup: ZumaWhy We Love It: Double seat pads are easily removed to shake out crumbs and boast this bonus: They are machine-washable.More Perks: Eight-position adjustable height, with an easy-to-use telescopic mechanism.