Baby's starter kit: the month-by-month list

The full starter kit doesn't need to be ready on day one. Many items only become useful later, once the real needs are clear.

Before the birth

• Clothes in newborn and 1 month sizes, in limited quantities
• The sleep setup, nappies, and basic toiletries
• The car seat, essential from the moment you leave the hospital

Around 2-3 months

• A reclining bouncer or seat for the first solo sits
• Activity toys suited to developing eyesight

Around 4-6 months

• The first utensils for starting solids
• A convertible high chair if you don't already have one

This spread avoids buying gear all at once that then sits unused for months, and gives you time to get to know your baby's specific needs.

With Kickoala, your registry stays active after the birth, so you can add these items as the need arises.