Complete preparation guide for a new baby: what to buy (and what to skip), hospital bag, nursery setup, first-year milestones, and budget planner.
Create a complete new baby preparation and first-year guide. ## Your Situation - **Due date**: [when] - **First baby?**: [yes/no] - **Budget**: [budget-conscious / moderate / no budget limit] - **Living space**: [apartment / house — nursery size] - **Feeding plan**: [breastfeeding / formula / undecided] - **Climate**: [for clothing recommendations] - **Parental leave**: [how long for each parent] ## Provide: ### What to Buy (and What to Skip) Organized by category with ✅ Essential / 🟡 Nice to Have / ❌ Skip: **Sleep**: crib, bassinet, sheets, swaddles, monitor... **Feeding**: bottles, pump, formula, bibs, burp cloths... **Diapering**: diapers, wipes, changing pad, cream, pail... **Clothing**: by size (NB, 0-3, 3-6) — what you actually need **Gear**: car seat, stroller, carrier, bouncer... **Bath**: tub, towels, soap, thermometer... **Health**: thermometer, nasal aspirator, medicine kit... ### Hospital Bag Checklist For birthing parent: - [ ] [items with explanations] For partner: - [ ] [items] For baby: - [ ] [items] ### Nursery Setup Guide - Minimum viable nursery (what you need day 1) - Safety checklist - Nice additions for later ### First-Year Budget Estimate | Category | Monthly | Annual | Diapers, formula/food, clothing, childcare, medical, gear... ### Milestone Guide (Month by Month) | Month | Physical | Cognitive | Sleep | Feeding | Key milestones to expect (not worry about) for months 1-12 ### Survival Tips - First 2 weeks survival guide - Sleep training overview (methods, when to start) - When to call the doctor (quick reference) - Self-care for parents (non-negotiable)
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