Is your due date almost here. There are certain things you need to have or do before your baby arrives.

To do list before baby’s arrival

Child safety seat : It is important that you have a baby’s car seat that is safe and correctly installed before you go to the hospital .

Diapers : You have to plan on about 60 diapers a week.

Layette : Here are some basics to get you started with .

• 6 to 8 sleepers
• 6 to 8 onesies
• 4 to 6 pairs of socks or booties
• 4 to 6  receiving blankets
• towels and washcloths

Crib : It is important to make sure that the crib is not painted with lead or vanish. Reduce your chid’s risk of suffocation by avoiding the use of use bumper guards on cribs .

Medical supplies : You need these medical supplies handy before the baby arrives. They include the following :

• digital thermometer preferably a rectal digital thermometer
• lubricant such a petroleum jelly
• pain reliever ( acetaminophen) for infants. Remember not to use aspirin for children due to the risk of Reye’s syndrome. Ask your pediatrician before giving your child any medication
• suction bulb for nose
• saline drops
• diaper rash ointment
• rubbing alcohol and cotton swabs to clean the umbilical stump

Choose a health care provider : It is a good idea to choose a doctor for your baby before she arrives.  This way you have someone ready for your baby’s  first well check visit or if she is not feeling well.

You can choose a pediatrician who is a doctor who takes care of babies and infants. A family doctor is also another option. He takes care of  people of all ages.

You also need these before baby comes

• formula and baby bottles if you want to give your baby formula
• breast pump and accessories if you want express breast milk