What is/was your must have baby item.

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I am preparing my registry and I am just overwhelmed. I think it is a combination of trying to be practical and the fact that this is not our first child so some of the "Shiny toy" appeal is gone. However, I don't have any baby items left.

So I reach out to you my fellow sisters! Tell me, what was the one item that you had to have for your baby and why?

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Permalink Reply by MamaLuv42 on September 23, 2009 at 8:37pm: One person on twitter did say she had to have the soothing motions glider from fisher price. check it out!
http://www.fisher-price.com/fp.aspx?st=2002&e=demo&pid=35538
The baby sleeping looks so comfy, i want one now. Only larger, for me:); ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Nicole Laws on September 26, 2009 at 2:35pm: I couldnt have survived without a swing, bouncy seat, or moby wrap. Especially the first 5 months. All 3 of mine had reflux and needed to be elevated. Even they dont have reflux I think these items are a must. Also a really good pump (Medela), if your breastfeeding.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Jen McVey on September 26, 2009 at 5:11pm: Cloth diapers to throw over your shoulder, lay on your lap when nursing. Catches all those little mess ups!

Also loved having a swing.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Michellee Johnson on September 26, 2009 at 8:14pm: i had a travel changing station

http://www.amazon.com/Munchkin-Travel-Diaper-Changing-colors/dp/B00...

no matter WHERE we were, even if i had to do it on a bathroom or subway floor, i KNEW i had a clean place to lay and change my babies.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Carmen on September 27, 2009 at 12:21pm: ABIIE G2G ($199) at amazon.com . a must have for moms. i so adore this stroller's functionality and style. this stroller comes with a built in diaper changing table. its perfect to push. easy to navigate. seriously awesome!

check them out http://www.mybabydeck.com

Thanks abiie. My little Chelly loves it.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Dominique on September 27, 2009 at 3:38pm: My sling and stroller!! I have 2 slings that I love very much, one I used when my son was an infant, the other that I use now (my son is now 12 mos old) was very good when he was much smaller being carried in cradle position, but a miracle invention for carrying your older baby securely on your hip in a sitting position. It's inexpensive (under $30, comes in sizes, so no complicated adjustable straps.
I use a jog stroller for my little one. It is great for long walks and if you want to go running with your little one. Even if you don't want to go running, I found when I used other strollers they don't "ride" as well. $230.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Eren Mckay on September 27, 2009 at 6:06pm: When my babies were born and I breastfed - my nipples got really bad. So the one thing I would not do without is a silicone breast nipple. You put it over your beast and the baby breastfeeds without directly touching the skin. That was my biggest lifesaver to tell you the truth. Also the breast pump is completely essential. I had so much milk that my milk went hard and I had fevers. So taking the milk out will prevent this from happening. Trust me those are two most important items for you. Oh and also ask people to help you out. Don't be afraid to ask for help. It won't make you less of a mother to ask others to lend a hand.
Blessing my friend,
Eren Mckay
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Permalink Reply by Maggie on September 28, 2009 at 8:30am: You just can't live without a great diaper bag, one that you can put in the washing machine is invaluable. Check out maxwelldesigns.ca for a great eco-friendly diaper bag.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Toni Lawrence on September 28, 2009 at 5:27pm: Lap pads - to put on your shoulder or lap and keep YOU dry!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Erica Fayre on September 28, 2009 at 6:14pm: Lots of great suggestions here! One thing that turned out to be a MUST was a good swaddle blanket. My son wouldn't sleep without it 'til he was nearly 6 months old. A friend gave me a Halo sleepsack as a shower gift - the kind with a swaddle attached - and it made a huge difference for us. Way easier than regular blankets, too.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by ThizArmyWife on September 28, 2009 at 11:10pm: Tooooooons of bibs and a baby sling; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by jazzy on September 29, 2009 at 1:45am: 1. Medela Breast Pump...this thing saved me so many headaches and money. My God, it was like a little bundle of joy delivered from Target LOL.

2. Fisher Price Papasan Swing. My son loved the dual directional swinging. We had to pry him out of this thing when he got too big.; ▶ Reply to This