Newborn products for your upcoming arrival


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We all know that baby's need a lot of things but it can feel overwhelming knowing exactly which products to buy for your bundle of love. To save you some time and give you a helping hand, we've rounded up our favourite products for newborns.

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A product that benefits you as much as your baby, this maternity and nursing bra is luxuriously soft, seamless and wire-free for extra comfort. With 4-way stretch fabric that moulds to your changing shape, it's got drop down cups for easy nursing access.

Read our full review of the Bravado Designs Body Silk Seamless Nursing Bra.

Taf Toys Savannah Infant Tummy-time Book
Price: $38.00
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This double sided soft and crinkly book is full of gorgeous illustrations, multi sensory textures and fun activities to capture your baby's attention. With a high contrast side for use from birth, and a colourful side once your little one can focus more, it's a great free-standing book to encourage tummy time.

Muslin's are a god-send when you're a parent and these gorgeous ones from aden + anais are breathable and pre-washed so they're super soft from the start. Made from 100 per cent cotton, these swaddles can also be used as a burp cloth, nursing cover and more. We adore the variety of designs to choose from too.

Suitable from birth until approximately three to four months, this natural palm leaf basket is wonderfully lightweight, making it easy to pick up and move around. The organic cable knit liner is super-soft and breathable, important to help air circulate and also keep your baby cosy and snug.

Read our full review of The Little Green Sheep Natural Knitted Moses Basket.

WaterWipes Baby Wipes
Price: $42.48

Proven to be purer than cotton wool and water, Waterwipes are made with 99.9 per cent water and a drop of fruit extract as well as being completely biodegradable and compostable. With 0 per cent artificial fragrance and colours, these wipes are gentle enough for sensitive, newborn and even premature baby’s skin.

A one-pot wonder suitable for nappy rash, eczema, surface wounds, sunburn, minor burns, acne, bed sores and more, this is a must to have in your changing bag.

Shnuggle Squishy Changing Mat
Price: $94.95
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Walmart$99.95View offer

Made from warm-to-touch foam, the Shnuggle Squishy Changing Mat has an elevated head to help reduce colic as well as raised sides to prevent your baby from rolling off. There’s no nooks or crannies for dirt to gather either so it’s quick and easy to clean.

With so many to choose from, deciding which baby monitor to use can feel like a minefield. But if you’re a bit of a tech geek, the Nanit Plus Smart Baby Monitor will be right up your street. The overhead HD camera tracks and understands everything happening in your baby’s cot including sleep patterns, parent visits and room conditions, helping to provide personalised and scientifically backed sleep advice for you and your little one. You’ll receive real-time sound and motion notifications as well as two-way audio and the monitor can be used as either a wall mount or floor stand.

Childs Farm baby wash
Price: $9.99

As your newborn adjusts to life outside of the womb, her skin starts to form a protective barrier called the acid mantle. This is why it’s best to stick to just warm water when bathing your child to avoid irritating her delicate skin. As she gets older, choose a gentle wash like the Childs Farm baby wash which is suitable for sensitive skin and dermatologist approved.

Shnuggle Baby Bath
Price: $59.95
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When your baby is so little, bathing them in a big old tub can be a bit of a faff so opting for their very own bath can make things a lot easier. The compact Shnuggle Bath takes no time at all to fill, with a minimum of two litres of water needed. The bum bump helps your little one from sliding into the water while the foam backrest will keep them comfy. Suitable from birth to 12 months.

Read our full review of the Shnuggle Baby Bath.

It’s no surprise that you may want to keep your precious as close as possible to you and a baby carrier is the perfect solution – and will limit close contact with any well-wishers too. The Ergobaby Embrace Newborn Carrier is suitable from birth and will keep her close to your heart in a natural position. It’s simple to buckle on and comfortable to wear too so you can focus on enjoying finding your rhythm together.

Adjusting to baby’s ever-changing needs is effortless for this hardworking multitasker. The Versatrax 4in1 combines carry cot, infant carrier and forward or rearward facing seat all in one sweet ride. Hit the town or the trails with this stylish award-winning ride. Each item on your little passenger’s long list of essentials is kept close in the spacious front and back access basket that’s always reachable regardless of the seat position.

Read our full review of the Joie Versatrax.

Tommee Tippee Closer to Natureu00ae Baby Bottles
Price: $62.42

The istinctive, silicone, breast-like teat of these bottles feels closer to skin and flexes like mum for a comfortable feed. The anti-colic valve reduces excessive air flow, so your little one ingests more milk and less air. It also supports in the transition from breastfeeding to bottle feeding.

Read our full review of the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature® Baby Bottles.

Suitable from birth, the Voyager co-sleeper is designed to keep your baby closer to you, so you both get a great night's sleep. The deep foam mattress, mesh air-flow panels and optional incline setting offer the best comfort for your little one.

Read our full review of the Silver Cross Voyager Co-Sleeper.

Accredited by the Skin Health Alliance, these ASDA nappies are made from feather-soft materials and the SmartFlo™ absorbency ensures sensitive skin is cared for and moisture is absorbed quickly and evenly for comfort. Gently elasticated leg cuffs and a super-stretchy waistband help prevent dreaded explosions and a wetness indicator allows you to check if baby needs changing.

Read our full review of the ASDA Little Angels Newborn Nappies.

Sweet Dreams Ewan Deluxe
Price: $42.99

Send your baby drifting off to sleep with Sweet Dreams Ewan Deluxe who plays five soothing sounds including rainfall and shushing. The clever SmartCRY sensor automatically activates when your baby stirs.

Cheeky Chompers Muslin Neckerchew
Price: $16.99

Available in a range of adorable patterns, the Cheeky Chompers Muslin Neckerchew comes with a soft and pliable textured teething triangle attached so not only will the absorbent bib keep your baby's clothes drool-free, but they can reach for the teether whenever they need.

Designed with split functionality, the Maxi-Cosi Coral gives you confidence in a car seat that has the highest safety standards from birth up to 12 months, along with the freedom of having a detachable lightweight soft carrier that weighs only 1.7kg to reduce carrying weight up to 50 per cent.

Read more about the best baby car seats to keep your baby safe on the road.

Read our full review of Maxi-Cosi Coral with FamilyFix³ Base.

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