Things you NEED for Your Newborn with Valerie Trumbower from New Parents Academy – PCP 062

What do you REALLY need for your newborn? When budgets are tight, or you'd just prefer to be a minimalist -- let's talk about the most important things! Today's guest is Valerie Trumbower — the creator of New Parents Academy and a postpartum doula. She has a free expecting parents workshop — and a SUPER helpful class on newborns called Expecting 101. She also has a free workshop and a class for adoptive parents (LOVE THAT). You can also get tons of tips if you follow her on Instagram. This is her SECOND time on the podcast and her first was 3 Truths of Newborn Life (which is also awesome) This episode was inspired by my post on 11 newborn needs. Big thanks to our sponsor The Online Prenatal Class for Couples - I believe it IS a need for your pregnancy and postpartum time. I tried to price mine at a very affordable level: In this episode we talk about what you need: Infant carseat (both Valerie and I love this one) -- and learning how to use it. A stroller (although not necessary right off) A bouncy seat or a swing (or a place to "put" your baby) A breastfeeding pillow (I do prefer this one) A place for baby to sleep (I love that she mentions a play yard vs a bassinette) A swaddle blanket White noise machine. Burp cloths (these were my favorite) Diapers & Wipes Bottles (I used this kind) A Thermometer (I recommend this kind) Nasal aspirator (this is the one Valerie mentions) Baby bathtub (BUY THIS USED or borrow from a friend -- one like this) Pacifier (this type seems most popular) Newborn nail clippers (I used this kind) Producer: Drew Erickson