Essential Baby Items Checklist for New Parents on a Budget

Question

What are the essential items we should include in our baby shopping list to prepare for our new arrival while keeping costs low?

Answer 1

As a rule of thumb, if you are not absolutely sure you need it RIGHT AWAY then don't get it. If you live in a place where you can get emergency ("need it quick") things 24 hours a day and anything else the next day or within a few days then just wait. You'll know what you need when you need it. Having less stuff will make things easier.

Answer 2

One thing you will need for child right away is a safe place to sleep.

You may want a crib, a co-sleeper, something like a Pack n Play, or something like a Rock n Play Sleeper - or more than one place to sleep.