Newborn Baby Clothes: The Bare Necessities

You may have thought you had a wardrobe worthy of Project Runway, but before you know it, newborn baby clothes will be giving your fashion sense a run for its money. To get off to a good start, stock up on these newborn clothes basics.

Four to five newborn nighties: These little gowns are great for midnight diaper changes because they don't have zippers or snaps to fumble with.

Six onesies: Three newborn and three 3-6 months. More if you really hate doing laundry.

Six sleepers or cotton one-piece rompers: Three newborn and three 3-6 months.

Five to six extra-large receiving blankets. It's amazing how many of these you'll go through a day.

Four bibs: A couple more if you're formula feeding or if your baby spits up a lot.

Two to three baby blankets: These are great for covering the baby in the stroller or for laying on the floor to place the baby on.

Four to five pairs of socks. He'll kick them off nonstop, but you want to have them.

Two sweaters: Cardigans are easier than pullovers.

Two hooded towel and washcloth sets.

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Two cotton hats. For the first few weeks, you'll want to keep her head covered.

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One snowsuit or bunting bag: Depending on the season or your climate.

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3/31/2013 - 5:29AM report abuse	Thanks for the useful information. Like to share some fashionable baby clothes at www.1newbornbabyclothing....
3/31/2013 - 5:28AM report abuse	Thanks for the useful information. Like to share some fashionable baby clothes at www.1newbornbabyclothing....
3/31/2013 - 5:28AM report abuse	Thanks for the useful information. Like to share some fashionable baby clothes at www.1newbornbabyclothing....
3/31/2013 - 5:27AM report abuse	Thanks for the useful information. Like to share some fashionable baby clothes at www.1newbornbabyclothing....
12/1/2012 - 1:02PM report abuse	thats great advice, see I at home have a newborn and child who will turn 1 year old
12/1/2012 - 1:01PM report abuse	thats great advice, see I at home have a newborn and child who will turn 1 year old
PrincessRe 11/28/2012 - 3:10PM report abuse	Great advice for first time parents!
princessjennie 11/21/2012 - 11:44AM report abuse	definitely more onesies. Especially if you have a boy! We go through 3 or 4 a day due to peeing on himself. Also pants, unless you live somewhere super hot, baby probably wants his legs covered too.
8/10/2012 - 1:05AM report abuse	Thanks for sharing!! This list is very apt for the first time parents. However I stitched some home made pants for my first kid. Many baby clothing store also provides infants clothes. Apart from these basic wardrobe needs parents do need some beautiful little clothes for these infants.
Bent77 5/30/2011 - 3:45AM report abuse	Wow thanks for such an awesome article here. We are going to have a baby pretty soon so this website is a real blessing for us. We will definitely go with your advices and search for some newborn clothes shop in our town. Thanks a lot once more and keep publishing such great articles in the nearest future too.
kistinax3 5/7/2011 - 8:24PM report abuse	you never have to much baby stuff so if you go over board buying stuff relax
adriana231 1/2/2011 - 10:25PM report abuse	new mommy
MomintheTropics 10/21/2010 - 10:40AM report abuse	Living in the tropics I can forego the winter coat and heavy sweaters.
ToddlerBoyClothing 7/29/2010 - 7:51AM report abuse	I woudl like to suggest MORE onesies. Definitely a lot more than 6! Sometimes you will go through more than 6 onesies in 2 days. Toddler Boy Clothing
ClaireIngo 9/2/2009 - 10:23AM report abuse	im really looking forward to feeling the baby move too.... it will make it feel so much more real :) Plus hopefully it will help me worry a little less...
our2boys 4/16/2009 - 6:57PM report abuse	more onsies and don't forget those super soft burp clothes.
Raquel04 2/7/2009 - 9:19PM report abuse	I agree but the quanitiy of onesies should be more unless you are washing everyday!!
Oregonian 8/4/2008 - 9:03PM report abuse	These are good basics...

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