The Basic Checklist of Newborn Essentials

I've almost completed with the second trimester of pregnancy, at 25th weeks to be precise. Alhamdulillah, things are easier in this phase, compared to the first trimester, i.e., I could eat better, less nauseous, better mood, etc. just to name a few. And entering the third phase somehow makes me a bit nervous / anxious because the baby is about to coming out soon. Hoho, honestly, I don't know what to expect. So, I have several things in mind that I thought would be helpful in prepping for baby's arrival - and shopping for all the baby necessities is one of them. Here I've listed all items (some with pictures) which I think are the most basic, yet essentials and inshaallah I'll try to stock these up before the baby arrives. 

You may download this checklist here. 

Basic newborn shopping list from IMSHA LEARNING

Hopefully, this would be a helpful newborn shopping list for you too. 

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BABY CLOTHES

Shirts (sleeveless, short sleeve, long sleeve)

Pairs of pants

Socks
Babygrows / all-in-ones / footie pajamas

  

Vests / onesies

  

Abdominal binders (bekung)

No-scratch mittens

Swaddle 

Muslin square

Cosy hat

DIAPERS AND CHANGING

Newborn size disposable diapers

Baby wipes packs - unscented

Soft washcloths - for cleaning purposes

Spray bottle - small size, for cleaning purposes

Cushioned changing pad - best if it is waterproof, something like the image below, but I'm not sure where to find such in Malaysia...

Nappy change cream (e.g. Aquaphor) - to be applied on baby's skin where rashes tend to happen upon wearing diapers

Reusable nappies - a very good investment as these can save you lots of money over the long run in comparison with the usage of disposable nappies

Nappy pads - sometimes the reusable nappies don't come with pads, so you have to buy these pads separately. 

SLEEPING

Crib + mattress

Crib mattress pad / sheet - best if it's waterproof

Sets of pillow + bolster

Blankets

BATHING

Baby bath

Baby powder

Baby oil

Baby basin / bath tub

Soft sponge
Baby towels with hoods

TRAVEL

Stroller

Baby sling / carrier

Car seat

Nursery bag

Toiletries set (small version)

Changing pad - found portable one in Shoppee

FEEDING EQUIPMENT

Nursing bras

Breast pads

Nipple cream

Bottle feeding kit - worth getting a basic kit even if you plan on solely breastfeeding

Bibs

Breast pump set - maybe can buy this after delivery so as to see the worth of buying one or not, depending on the production of mom's milk, i.e., how could milks be stocked up if a mom doesn't produce that much.

OTHER NEWBORN ESSENTIALS

Ear thermometer

Baby nail scissors

Baby gym / play mat

Toys

Laundry detergent for baby

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Extra:
I'm planning to buy baby's items mostly online because it saves time and money, plus it will help me making better purchasing decision as I can do comparison and pick the best choices! I've spotted some prospective online malls like:

1. Oh Baby Store (Shopee) - physically located in Shah Alam, variety of baby products which are organized categorically. Neatt and awesome!
2. Momo House (Shopee) - a well known shop, with more than 60k followers, what else can be said?
3. Anakku (Shopee) - Anakku online mall! 
4. Fiffy (Shopee) - Fluffy as Fiffy!