Looking for baby gear advice

alynnk

I am new to posting... My name is Amber, I am a nurse (currently in L&D after 7 years in ER) in the St. Pete/Manatee area. I am a first time mom-to-be due August 1st. I am looking for the tried and true baby gear out there (reasonably priced). I am curious, what is everyone's favorite pack and play, stroller, car seat, sling, swing, breast pump, etc? Things to avoid are great to know too. Thanks!

Mrs.Momma

the Fisher Price Papasan swing was a lifesaver for us. If I were to do it differently, I would buy the one that plugs in (if they still make it), since we spent a month or so with DD1 where she wouldn't sleep anywhere but the swing. We went through a lot of batteries that month.

I am loving the Moby Wrap these days. I had the hotsling for DD1 and hated it, but I love the flexibility of the moby.

GL, and congrats on your little one! Where are you delivering? (I live in Bradenton and delivered at LWR)

Melissa2004

Congratulations!  It will be fun now that you're on the other side of things. It's been a few years since I've bought anything and I'm shocked at how much things have changed. 

Have you seen the latest edition of Baby Bargains?  They review all the gear and make recommendations about which is best for each price range.

 GL!
Melissa

southrnprincess

The pack n play Graco Deco line is the BEST! It has a great changing table, bassinet, and play pin all in one. We have used it since day one and once she is too big for the bassinet we will still use the rest. 

vanillabean81

Welcome and congrats! I live in Bradenton and work in St. Pete and am due two days after you I often ask baby gear questions on the bump national board, too - it's the "Nurseries and Baby Gear" one: https://community.thebump.com/cs/ks/forums/4236749/ShowForum.aspx

It's cool to see so many Manatee-area moms on here

alynnk

Thanks for the advice. I live in Manatee but I work at the new Bayfront Baby Place which is where I plan to deliver. With my insurance (and the perks of knowing all the staff there), the 30 minute drive to St. Pete is worth it.... plus, I am hoping I can just work till my water breaks then go pick a room = )   I have heard really good things about LWR and that is where I would go otherwise.