Hey guys—today I’m sharing my newborn must-haves for 2025: the things I actually used the most as a second-time mom. I have a 2-month-old baby right now and a 2.5-year-old son, and honestly… about 90% of these are tried-and-true staples I used with both kids. I’m not doing a “cute” list of random stuff—this is the real, practical newborn essentials list that makes the day (and especially the night) so much easier. I cover sleep and soothing (portable sound machine + an in-house sound machine), the Snuggle Me lounger for that cozy “put baby down safely for a sec” moment, and my go-to basics like muslin burp cloths and the Carter’s Purely Soft sleepers (double zipper, covered zipper, and sooo stretchy). I also talk pacifiers (MAM) and the little adapter you need so you can actually use a clip without it weighing down baby’s mouth. Then I get into the mom-life convenience items: my diaper bag + insert for staying organized, the Munchkin bottle warmer for quick nights, a stroller fan that’s saved us for years, thin washable changing pads, the Angelcare bath seat, and my Nuna stroller/car seat setup. I also share my “mandatory” take on the Baby Brezza water warmer, plus why I’m officially converted to a foldable mini crib for small spaces. Jesus loves you, and I hope this helps you feel way more prepared.