Top 10 Newborn Clothing Items You Will Need

What an exciting time it is knowing you are getting closer and closer to meeting the new member of your family! The car seats, crib assembly, nursery designing it never seems to end preparing for this special person. Many new moms, and even some new grandmothers have a tendency of getting too many things before the baby comes. It is always best to have more than less then you will be needing, but when it comes to clothing the baby will grow three times of his or her size when they were born in just that first year! Buying one cute outfit will most likely only last the baby a month or two then it's off ot the next size up! Keep that in mind when doing your baby registry and buying your own supplies as well as the same theory can apply to diaper sizes too!

The top 10 clothing items for your newborn:

1: Hats. Believe it or not, your baby will enjoy sleeping in a soft cap. It helps them regulate their own body temperature which is a must have if you happen to have a preemie baby in the home. Choose softer ones with a cotton base, and ones that wash well to avoid shrinking them.

2: Bodysuits. Some call these "onesies", and they are the tee shirts that snap just at the crotch for easy diaper changing routines. They are sold in packs generally and you will go through quite a few of these everyday so ensure you have plenty of them. They are a must in the summer months to keep the baby cool and comfortable.

3: Mittens: Not the kind you would use when you go sledding, these are special tiny ones for newborns. New babies have no idea how to move their bodies for weeks, they make a habit out of touching their faces and scratching their skin in the process. By putting the little mittens on their hands they can't hurt themselves. This will go away within the first six weeks.

4: Sleepers: These can look like the ones that have a zipper going right up the front of the outfit, or it can have a bottom that looks like a dress. They keep the baby warm when they are sleeping without needing pants or socks.

5: Booties: Most parents do not bother putting shoes on their babies until they are older. You can use booties instead to keep their feet covered and warm.

6: Pants: Get a few pairs of cotton pants that are easy to get off and on the newborn for when they are sleeping, or just laying in their swing.

7: Overalls: Most moms enjoy this look on a baby and it is comfortable for them as well. They keep them warm and most have snaps at the crotch for easy changing.

8: Socks: If you reside where it is cold, please do not forget to bundle up your new baby as they can be very susceptible to getting sick. Cover their feet with socks and booties.

9: Coat: Depending on the season, your baby will need either a raincoat, winter coat or light spring jacket.

10: Blankets: You really can never have enough blankets when it comes to having a new baby int eh house. They love being bundled up and kept warm.