Welcoming A Bundle Of Joy Soon? Here Are 6 Newborn Baby Must-haves To Stock Up On
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Transitioning into first-time parents can be overwhelming and nerve-wracking, to say the least, especially when you’re not quite sure what would make your little one cozy, clean, and conveniently cared for during his or her first weeks at home.
Shopping for baby essentials can also be a daunting task—there’s lots of cool and innovative baby gear and products to choose from, and you might end up wanting to get everything under the sun. Only the best for your kid, right?
But before you go bananas on a shopping spree, there’s one key question you have to ask yourself: “What does a baby really need?” The surprising answer is (apart from the obvious and non-negotiable diapers): Not so much—and only the basics (at least for now).
That said, if you stock up on these six must-haves and shop via the SM Malls Online app before your bundle of joy arrives, you’ll definitely get through your baby’s first days—heck, even weeks—with ease and without having to make last-minute online purchases. Pro tip: Until December 31, get an extra P100 off with a minimum purchase of P1,000 (valid for single use only) when you use the voucher code HAPPYCHRISTMAS!
For diaper changes, spit-ups, and spot cleaning
Babies require a ton of wipes in their first few years (a pack of wet wipes is even a staple for adults!). But for something that’ll be in constant contact with your baby’s bare skin, you’d want something that’s durable enough to cleanse their bums for diaper changes yet gentle enough to spot-clean their soft, delicate skin from spit-ups or dirt.
You have two viable options here: the Uni-Love Baby Wipes Unscented 100 Sheets (Buy 2, Take 1 Free) for only P180 (from P270) and the Johnson's Baby Wipes Bundle for only P369 (from P554). Both are available to purchase via the SM Malls Online app!
Unscented and infused with the natural properties of aloe vera, lanolin and vitamin E, the Uni-Love Baby Wipes are mild on baby’s skin and can even prevent nappy rashes. They come in a thick and soft fabric, too, and are suitable for your little one’s hands, face, and body.
If you want something lightly fragranced (because, honestly, smelling a newborn baby’s sweet-smelling skin is so precious!), opt for the Johnson’s Baby Wipes Bundle. This one’s hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested, and made with cotton-soft fabric. They’re also soap- and alcohol-free.
For gentle hydration and moisture
Bathing strips away essential oils needed in the skin, so it’s always good to have a lightweight moisturizer on hand to further hydrate and lock in moisture on your baby’s skin. We recommend the Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion 237ml for this job. After bath time, slather this hypoallergenic, fragrance-, and paraben-free lotion on your baby’s hands and feet to keep them soft and supple. Get this for P890 via the SM Malls Online app to protect your baby’s skin from dryness and irritation.
For freshening up
To help keep your baby feeling and smelling fresh for longer, shop for the Johnson's Baby Powder Blossoms Bundle. This baby powder has a long-lasting floral scent that stays on the skin and helps eliminate friction and chafing on your baby’s body parts that rub against each other. This bundle only retails for P136 (from P196) via the SM Malls Online app.
For baby’s clothes
Clean your little one’s clothing items and other washables (i.e. soiled crib sheets, burp blankets, and cloth diapers) with lots of TLC with the Uni-Love Baby Laundry Detergent Milk Scent 1L (Buy 1, Take 1 Free). Made with natural ingredients, the Uni-Love Baby Laundry Detergent is best for baby’s sensitive skin. Why? It doesn’t contain dyes, is hypoallergenic, and paraben-free. Plus, it kills 99.9% of bacteria, ensuring a spotless clean. Shop this baby-friendly laundry detergent via the SM Malls Online app for only P135!
For clean bottle-feeding
Cleaning baby bottles is a tricky business—washing with soapy water alone doesn’t always remove milk protein or chemical residues, which can cause an upset stomach. Make sure your baby’s feeding tools and accessories are thoroughly clean by using baby-safe cleanser such as the Uni-love Bottle Cleanser 500ml (Buy 1, Take 1 Free). This liquid cleaning agent has natural ingredients, no colorants and parabens and is gentle on hands. Add this to your SM Malls Online cart and checkout for only P150!
While it might be tempting to purchase every existing baby product there is, it’s best to remember that getting started on and sticking with the basics will do. You can add nice-to-haves or bonus items after—and there’s really no need to hurry. Right now, at, say, a few days or weeks old, all your little one needs are the fundamentals—and you.
Check out more baby essentials at discounted prices on SM Deals or head on over to the SM Malls Online app to order now! Don't forget, until December 31, you can get an extra P100 off with a minimum purchase of P1,000 (valid for single use only) when you use the voucher code HAPPYCHRISTMAS!
