Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Check List

Projects
~Bedroom~
  • Rearrange Furniture
  • Clear out Desk and move to scrapbook closet
  • Disassemble desk
  • Decide on and set up sleeping for William

~Closet~

  • Make Closet Functional for William and all his things if possible
  • Make some room for Skylar's clothes
  • If needed use the linen cabinets as well
  • Clean Peg Perego Stroller
  • Scotch guard everything expensive lol

~Scrapbook Closet~

  • Take out anything that will not be utilized by me out of the closet.
  • Move things that are on the desk into the scrapbook closet.
  • Make it a semi-functional office.

~Scrapbook Projects~

  • Baby Book
  • Pregnancy Scrapbook

Shopping Check list

~For the Bedroom~

  • Possibly a dresser for Rick (we could use one that matches the crib for the moment if we decide to go with the crib as far as sleeping arrangements for William)
  • Crib/Co-sleeper/Bassinett/Pack and Play

~For the Closet~

  • Baskets
  • storage
  • hangers
  • Color Coordinated Storage for Skylar/William

~For the Scrapbook Closet~

  • Foot Locker for Games
  • Storage

~For Scrapbook Projects~

  • ?

~Nursery Needs~

  • 3-4 Crib Sheets (This number will change due to bedding drama)
  • 3-4 Bassinet Sheets (Dunno if bassinet or co sleeper is going to be the best option currently our living situation calls for something under $100 that takes up little space as possible until we can move off post)
  • 2-6 Waterproof Pads (I use these for a million different things.)
  • 2 Mattress Pads
  • 2 Stroller Blankets
  • Blankets
  • Mobile
  • Bassinet, Cradle, or Co-Sleeper (A MUST for us)
  • Crib with a Crib Mattress
  • Changing Table
  • Diaper Pail
  • Bouncer or Infant Chair
  • Rocking Chair
  • Baby Monitor
  • Infant Swing (A portable one will be handy with all our traveling we do as well as a bigger one that will stand the test of time)
  • Night Light
  • Pack and Play (we have a pretty heavy travel schedule so this is a must)
  • Dresser
  • Walk in Closet organization anyone know about the Container store?

~New Bedding~

  • Quilt(s) (at Target)
  • 2-3 Sheet(s) (at Target)
  • Bumper(s) (at Target)
  • Dust Ruffle(s) (at Target)
  • Coordinating Blankets from Circo (at Target)
  • Coordinating Recieving blankets from Circo (at Target)
  • Diaper stacker (Solid Color or from Kids Line Pop Star Line Babies R Us)
  • Coordinating Pillow (Kids line pop star line at Babies R Us)
  • Coordinating Wall Decals (Kids line pop start line at Babies R Us)

~Clothing for William~

  • 1-2 Two piece outfits (August is an inbetween month weather wise here so I will need some for the hot weathered days and the cooler weather days. (ct 4 Summer 2 winter)
  • Summer Rompers (One piece outfits such as Rompers or Overalls for cooler weather perhaps long pants with shorter sleeve kwim?
  • 1 Blanket sleeper
  • I need newborn preemie beanies for the hospital time
  • Socks for everything. Preemie/Newborn & 0-3 size
  • bibs
  • Jeans 0-3 months
  • Kimino's ~ I guess I need preemie and newborn because I don't see me using this past when the Belly Button heals
  • Home from the Hospital Keepsake Outfit and Maybe another one for pictures (newborn/Preemie sizes)
  • A light preemie/newborn jacket would be good in a blue so it matches everything I have a green one. (Children's Place)
  • Of course I have been holding out and waiting to buy some blanket sets

~Changing Supplies~

  • 10-12 per day of the Disposable Diapers. (How many of each size should I buy ahead of time?)
  • 2-5 Dozen cloth diapers I was told I would need 20 BumGenius to start out with.
  • Liners
  • Wipe Warmer
  • 4-6 Diaper Pins
  • 3 diaper covers I need 3 more

~Bathing and Grooming Supplies~

  • 2-4 Towels (I have 3 I need one more)
  • Tons Washcloths (ct 7)
  • Baby Bath
  • Baby Shampoo
  • Baby Oil Creamy
  • Rash Cream
  • Vaseline
  • Cleaning Wipes
  • Cotton Balls
  • Baby Nail Clippers
  • Baby Brush and Comb (I would like two, one for travel or the diaper bag)
  • Baby Tub
  • storage for listed above

~Healthcare Supplies~

  • Tylenol
  • Antibiotic
  • Peroxide
  • Calamine
  • Lotion
  • Hydrocortisone Cream
  • Rehydration Fluid
  • Sunscreen
  • Rubbing Alcohol
  • Medicine Syringe
  • Gauze
  • Tweezers
  • Nasal Aspirator
  • Thermometer
  • Q-Tips
  • Storage for the above

~Baby Gear for Getting Around~

  • Travel System (its on layaway)
  • Extra Carseat with Base or just extra base
  • Baby Sling or Baby Carrier (I would like one of each)
  • Diaper Bag
  • Car Seat Cover
  • Stroller Blanket
  • Convertable Car Seat
  • Wagon

~Feeding William~

  • 12 Burp Cloths
  • 6 Four Ounce Bottles
  • 10-12 Eight Ounce Bottles
  • 4-6 Bottles for Breastmilk Storage with Caps
  • Breast Pump renting one at first to see if they work then I will buy the Medela
  • Replacement Parts for Breast pump (purchased one for $30)
  • ? Milk Bags
  • ? Pacifer
  • High Chair (Fisher-Price Space Saver )
  • Bottle Brush
  • 2 Weeks of Formula if I can't breastfeed
  • lanolin
  • Breast Pads
  • 3 Nursing Bras
  • Boppy
  • Water for Formula if Applicable
  • dishwasher caddy (suggested on Xanga THANKS I totally forgot)
  • drying caddy (for storage)
  • Nursing cover

~For Mama~

  • bag for hospital (BFH)
  • Post Surgery Undies (for BFH)
  • Nursing Bra's
  • Robe (for BFH)
  • Fuzzy Socks (for BFH)
  • Yoga Pants and Nursing top for Ride home (For BFH)
  • Favorite Pillow (For BFH)
  • Camera and charger
  • 2 Nursing Gowns and PJ bottoms (For BFH)
  • Breast Pads
  • Pads
  • Paper and Pens
  • Scrapbook stuff possibly?
  • Hair Brush
  • Tolietree's & Meds
  • Laptop and all my cables
  • Money for the Vending Machines and Cash
  • Extra Empty bag
  • Phone Charger
  • Toliet Paper
  • Ipod and charger
  • Big Cup
  • Candy to suck on

~For Daddy and Skylar~

  • camcorder
  • Big Sister T-shirt and/or Coordinating outfit
  • Busy stuff for Skylar
  • Book (games/IPOD) for Daddy

~Medical~

  • Find Peditrician
  • Talk to Tricare
  • Rule out WIC
  • Skylar's sibling class
  • Anyway to fit in a newborn class?
  • register at hospital

~Other~

  • Gates
  • Exosaucer
  • All Free and Clear Baby detergent (any other suggestions)
  • Saline Nose Spray
  • Gas Drops
  • Liquid Benedryl
  • Did I already say Boppy? There are so many different ones...

~Deadlines~

  • May 1st Retirement Paperwork
  • When do we get Baby Gear?
  • May 15th Closet Deadline
  • May 17th Baby Shower
  • May 20th Baby Clothes Deadline (I may push this back)
  • June 2nd Bathing and Grooming Supplies Deadline
  • June 2nd Bedding Deadline?
  • June 16th CHANGING SUPPLIES deadline
  • July 2nd Healthcare checklist and feeding supplies deadline
  • July 15th Crib Deadline
  • Need a deadline for hospital bags!

Purple color denotes can be bought after the move

Monday, April 13, 2009

Comparison Shopping

Baby Gear
Travel Systems
Graco Quattro Tour Deluxe Travel System - Deco
Store/Salesperson/Website: direct link
Make/Style: Deco
Size
Color: Shades of Brown and Baby Blue, tan
Price $259.99
Availability:
Features: Aluminum welded frame for maximum durability
One-hand gravity fold with storage latch
Extended weight limit, accepts up to 50 lbs!
4-position, flat-reclining seat
Includes SnugRide 32 carseat for your infant from 5-32 lbs. and up to 32"
Product Description: Graco Quattro Tour Deluxe Travel System - Deco includes the Quattro Tour Deluxe stroller with extended weight limit up to 50 lbs, SnugRide 32 carseat with a 5-point front adjust harness, and a stay-in-car adjustable base. The Quattro Tour Deluxe stroller is made of aluminum tubing and promises years of comfy strolling for infants through toddlers. The one-hand gravity fold simplifies life for parents and the 180-degree rotating, quilted canopy with peek-a-boo window shades your child from any direction. The 4-position, flat-reclining seat keeps your child comfortable while the parent organizer tray with storage compartment and cupholders provides convenience for mom and dad. The lower and load storage basket is the perfect place for storing baby's essentials. Best of all, this travel system includes the SnugRide 32 carseat for your infant from 5-32 lbs. and up to 32"
Ratings etc:
Evenflo Journey Premier Travel System-Connor
Store/Salesperson/Website: Direct Link
Make/Style: Connor
Size
Color:
Price : $149.99
Availability
Product Description: The Journey Premier provides parents convenience for short trips or all day adventures. Journey is easy to maneuver with a wide grip area & patented 1 hand steer. "Stand, Hold & Fold" feature make it easy to get in & out of the car; No bending. The Parent console has 2 cup holders & storage.. The lightweight stroller weighs 20 lbs. Includes 5 pt.SIDE IMPACT TESTED Embrace™ infant car seat with EZ Carry™ handle & stay-in-car base.
Features: SIDE IMPACT TESTED Embrace Infant Seat with stay in car base.
Stroller folds to a standing position - no bending
Patented one hand steer for moms convenience
Large Basket storage & console tray with 2 cup holders.
Meets all federal and JPMA Standards
Ratings etc.:
Graco Travel System - Melbourne
Store/Salesperson/Website: durect link http://www.target.com/Graco-Travel-System-Melbourne/dp/B0015VW4HA/qid=1239666669/ref=br_1_2/183-1502724-5956713?ie=UTF8&node=3579971&frombrowse=1&rh=&page=1
Price: $199.99
Make/Style: Melbourne
Color:
Size:
Availability:
Features:
The stroller and infant car seat canopy feature quilting and lining
Graco Travel System
JPMA Certified
Steel Frame , Polyester/Cotton Seat Cover
Buckle Closure; 5-Point Harness
Locking Wheels
Multi-Position Reclining Padded Seat
1-Hand Fold Mechanism
1-Hand, Self-Standing Fold
Swivel Wheels
Canopy Peek-a-Boo Window
Comfort-Grip Handles
Lower and Load Storage
2 Parent Cupholders
1 Pivoting Child's Tray
Machine Wash
Compatible with Graco SnugRide
Assembly Required
Ideal for Everyday Use
Recommended Ages: Newborn and Up; For Children Up to 40 lbs.
7.66 '
Reviews
Reviews
Average Guest Rating: 4.5 stars
Additional Info
You may return this item to any Target store.
DPCI: 030-09-1789
ASIN: B0015VW4HA
Catalog #: 10823274
Item can not be gift wrapped.
Imported

Shipping Info
Shipping & Delivery Information
Estimated Ship Dimensions : 36 inches length x 19.25 inches width x 19 inches height
Estimated Ship Weight: 38.50 pounds.
This item can only be shipped to the 50 states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, or Puerto Rico.
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
Product Description:
Ratings etc: Includes Graco® SnugRide® Infant Car Seat
Parent storage tray with two deep cup holders keeps keys and drinks handy
Easy access drop-down basket lets you reach in without disturbing reclined child
One-hand, self-standing fold closes simply with no bending necessary & automatically latches
Protective frame with deluxe footrest helps child sit more comfortably
Multi-position reclining seat keeps Baby comfy
Canopy with peek-a-boo window lets you see Baby at all times
Child’s tray with cup/snack holder pivots open for easy stroller entry
Lockable front swivel wheels with suspension for a smoother ride
Convertible 3- & 5-point harness grows with your child
Convenient, stay-in-car adjustable base
5-point harness helps keep Baby secure
EPS energy absorbing foam.
Removable infant head support cushions head and neck
Adjustable canopy shades your child from any direction
Stroller: For child up to 40 lbs.
Car Seat: Rear-facing for infants up to 22 lbs. and 29"
Wash removable seat cushion in cold water on delicate cycle and line dry.
Ratings etc:

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Sunday, April 12, 2009

Priorities for William

Car Seat with base (Travel System would be nice but it would save us $100 to not get it)
Sleeping mechanism for baby (it can be a crib or whatever just a place for him to sleep)
The few clothes I am missing
NURSERY NEEDS
(sheets for his bed)
2 Stroller Blankets
Blankets
Mobile
Infant Swing
Pack and Play
Closet stuff
boppy or nursing pillow

CHANGING SUPPLIES

I plan on doing mostly disposable but I probably will do some cloth diapers
10-12 per day of the Disposable Diapers. (How many of each size should I buy ahead of time?)
2-5 Dozen cloth diapers
Baby Diapers
Wipe Warmer
4-6 Diaper Pins
3 diaper covers I need 3 more

BATHING AND GROOMING SUPPLIES

2-4 Towels (I have 3 I need one more)
Tons Washcloths (ct 7)
Baby Bath
Baby Shampoo
Baby Oil Creamy
Rash Cream
Vaseline
Cleaning Wipes
Cotton Balls
Baby Nail Clippers
Baby Brush and Comb (I would like two, one for travel or the diaper bag)
Baby Tub

Sunday, April 5, 2009

What's Missing *Clothing*

Clothing


1 pair of Preemie Pajama's to make 8
1 Preemie~NB summer outfit/ 1 preemie~NB winter outfit (with blankets)

1-2 (o-3 months) Two piece outfits (August is an inbetween month weather wise here so I will need some for the hot weathered days and the cooler weather days. (ct 4 Summer 2 winter)

I need maybe five more newborn summer rompers but I think PJ's will be my way to go unless its 100 degree's plus

1 Blanket sleeper

I need newborn preemie beanies for the hospital time

Socks for everything. Preemie/Newborn & 0-3 size

3 bibs

Jeans 0-3 months

I guess I need preemie and newborn because I don't see me using this past when the Belly Button heals

Home from the Hospital Keepsake Outfit and Maybe another one for pictures (newborn/Preemie sizes)

A light preemie/newborn jacket would be good in a blue so it matches everything I have a green one. (Children's Place)

What I DO have

So Rick had another dental appointment up at Ft Campbell. The shopping up in Clarksville was great. Watch out I lived on the 50 cent rack. That was on Friday. I admit planes, camo, Puppies, frogs and now Lions are my weakness since he is probably going to be born a leo lol.
Saturday I met Betty down in Nashville. She got to see the damage I can do in Children's Place. They had a 1.99 rack & the dollar bins which turned out to be some 49 cents. Children's Place isn't a bad place if you stay off the retail end lol. Well even at the retail it still beats alot of other stores. I have the credit card (which has a zero balance) plus a coupon almost every visit.
I also hit Disney outlet, Carters outlet, and Osh Kosh....

So this is my tally of what all I have collectively and what I've been buying

gowns 8
sleep sacks 2
robe 1
vinyl pants up to 12 lbs 3
thin mittins 3

Preemie Onesies 9
Preemie Overalls 1
Preemie Pjs 7

preemie novelty onesie 1
preemie summer outfit w/o Blanket 1
preemie winter outfit w/o blanket 1
preemie jacket 1


Newborn Onesies 12
Newborn long sleeve onesies 2
Newborn T-shirts and Kimono's 4
Newborn pJs 12
newborn pants 4
newborn novelty onesie 1
newborn winter outfit w/o the blanket 1
newborn summer outfit w/o the blanket 1
Newborn Romper 1
Newborn hats 6



0-3 Months
Gerber Type Onesies 10

Onesies 20
long sleeve onesies 1
t-shirts and kimono's 1 pack of kimono's and 1 peter rabbit t-shirt
Coveralls 1
Pj's 15

blanket sleeper 1
Winter Outfits 2 pieces without matching blanket 7

Winter Outfits 2 piece with matching blanket 2
Winter Rompers without matching blanket 3

Winter Rompers with matching blanket 3
Summer outfits 2 piece without matching blanket 4
Summer outfits 2 piece with matching blanket 1
Summer Rompers without matching blanket 1
Summer rompers with matching blanket 0
pants 2
hats 11
socks 9
snowsuit 2
Shirts 3
sweaters 3

Jackets 3
Gowns 3


3-6 months
outfit 5
snowsuit 1
jacket 1
pants 3
sweater 5
overalls 1
jacket 1
pjs 5
long sleeve shirts 2
short sleeve t-shirt 1
onesies lg/ss 7

check list

So I took a couple of checklists for my husband's sanity and averaged out the amounts. I don't know if I need all this or what but we will see....



Any feedback is appreciated



NURSERY NEEDS
3-4 Crib Sheets (2 of them came with my bedding yeehaw so I need 2 more)
3-4 Bassinet Sheets
2-6 Waterproof Pads (I use these for a million different things.)
2 Mattress Pads
2 Stroller Blankets
√ 2-5 Recieving Blankets
Blankets
Mobile
Bassinet, Cradle, or Co-Sleeper (A MUST for us)
Crib with a Crib Mattress
Changing Table
Diaper Pail
Bouncer or Infant Chair
Rocking Chair
Baby Monitor
Infant Swing (A portable one will be handy with all our traveling we do as well as a bigger one that will stand the test of time)
Night Light
Pack and Play (we have a pretty heavy travel schedule so this is a must)
Dresser


√ Bedding Sets (We are starting to think Sir Leaps Alot could be girlie)

(I ended up with two. I may sell one. One is Peter Rabbit and the other is Wendy Bellissimo's Sir Leaps Alot. I hope they are both unisex!)

Clothing

√ 3-10 Short Sleeve Onesies Newborn Sized (ct 19)
(I have ten of these some are white some have color, Do I need Long sleeve? I know I will need bigger ones that go up to 12 lbs)
√ 6-8 Stretchies or PJ's (ct 14)
1-2 Two piece outfits (August is an inbetween month weather wise here so I will need some for the hot weathered days and the cooler weather days. (ct 4 Summer 2 winter)
3-6 Rompers (I have two summer three winter)
√ 3-6 Gowns (ct 11)
2-3 Blanket Sleepers (I have two I need one more)
√ 1-3 Sweaters (ct 5)
√ 1-3 Hats (ct 11), The suggestion on Xanga was 10?
√ 1 snowsuit
6-8 Socks (ct 3)
6 Bibs
3-6 Washable Pants (do they mean like diaper covers cause I put this under clothing LOL!)
6 Kimono's and or T-shirts (I got three newborn sized Kimono things for the first week of life. I need 3 more) I have 2 kimono's that are 0-3 months. I guess I need preemie and newborn because I don't see me using this past when the Belly Button heals
Home from the Hospital Keepsake Outfit and Maybe another one for pictures
√ 2 Newborn Hand Mittens (So they don't scratch their face)
3-10 Up to 12 lbs (0-3 Months sized) Onesies (I know i will use these when it gets cooler!
6 T-Shirts 0-3 month sizes (I have 1 I think I need 5 more but I am not sure? I don't think I will use these too much)
3-10 Long sleeve onesies possibly? Newborn and or 0-3 month sized? I have 2 long sleeve onesies do I need 8 more?

I bought the baby an off white and tan jacket

CHANGING SUPPLIES

I plan on doing mostly disposable but I probably will do some cloth diapers
10-12 per day of the Disposable Diapers. (How many of each size should I buy ahead of time?)
2-5 Dozen cloth diapers
Baby Diapers
Wipe Warmer
4-6 Diaper Pins
3 diaper covers I need 3 more

BATHING AND GROOMING SUPPLIES

2-4 Towels (I have 3 I need one more)
Tons Washcloths (ct 7)
Baby Bath
Baby Shampoo
Baby Oil Creamy
Rash Cream
Vaseline
Cleaning Wipes
Cotton Balls
Baby Nail Clippers
Baby Brush and Comb (I would like two, one for travel or the diaper bag)
Baby Tub

HEALTHCARE SUPPLIES
Tylenol
Antibiotic
Peroxide
Calamine Lotion
Hydrocortisone Cream
Rehydration Fluid
Sunscreen
Rubbing Alcohol
Medicine Syringe
Gauze
Tweezers
Nasal Aspirator
Thermometer
Q-Tips

GEAR FOR GETTING AROUND

Travel System
Extra Carseat with Base or just extra base
Baby Sling or Baby Carrier (I would like one of each)
Diaper Bag
Car Seat Cover
Stroller Blanket
Convertable Car Seat

FEEDING ACCESSORIES

12 Burp Cloths
6 Four Ounce Bottles
10-12 Eight Ounce Bottles
4-6 Bottles for Breastmilk Storage with Caps
Breast Pump
? Milk Bags
? Pacifer
High Chair (we want something like this http://www.target.com/Fisher-Price-Space-Saver-High-Chair/dp/B001HTJQNA/qid=1236719395/ref=br_1_67/192-6864824-4891335?ie=UTF8&node=1041930&frombrowse=1&pricerange=&index=tgt-mf-mv&field-browse=1041930&rank=pmrank&rh=&page=1)
Bottle Brush
2w 2 Weeks of Formula if I can't breastfeed
lanolin
Breast Pads
3 Nursing Bras
Boppy
Water for Formula if Applicable
dishwasher caddy (suggested on Xanga THANKS I totally forgot)
drying caddy (for storage)

OTHER

Gates
Exosaucer
All Free and Clear Baby detergent (any other suggestions)
Saline Nose Spray
Gas Drops
Liquid Benedryl
Did I already say Boppy? There are so many different ones...
Xanga suggestion ~ "would only get 2 packages of newborn sized and 3-4 packages of size 1 4 packages of size 2 and then 6 packs of size 3 they seem to say in those the longest, for cloth diapers you need special detergent and a stripping agent and make sure you wash them about 7 times beore using them if you've never used cloth diapers just email me and ill give you the info. you also need your wipes either the disposable kind of the cloth kind and with that some solution . and a tub to put them in. you'll need some type of diaper pail for the cltoh diapers and a diaper genie or a diaper dekor plus is what we have and love it. you will also want a blanket to cover up the baby while your chaign them so they wont get cold and a special toy that they cna play or lok at jsut when they are being changed this will help imensily when they get older and want to scoot all over the place, also have extra socks on the changing table dont ask me why but they always seem to stick thir foot or sock in poo and then they need new ones. make suretoget a coolmist humdifier most babies get congested with in 2 weeks of coming home and thats the only thing that will help them sleep"


Thank you to http://www.xanga.com/starry4life for the suggestions

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