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For many new parents, preparing for the big day when they’ll bring their baby home can be stressful. With so many people saying to do one thing, buy another thing, and then others giving conflicting information, it’s no wonder the planning process can be stressful. The good news is that thousands of babies are born each day and the billions of new parents who have come before you have worked through it too. Let’s take a look at some of the essential items you need in the nursery before welcoming in your baby.  Burp Cloths, Burp Cloths, and More Burp Cloths First and foremost, you will be dealing with a lot of spit-up in the near future. There's no getting around it, but if you're prepared with burp cloths and bibs on-hand, you’ll feel less stressed and can save your favorite shirt from an accident. Fortunately, modern companies have created burp cloths with fashionable designs, meaning in addition to being practical they can also match your existing nursery ...

By now, New Year’s resolutions shouldn’t be anything new to you. And if you’re like many people, you’re probably used to breaking them around this time of the year. The concept of New Year’s resolutions is to set goals, but, as a new parent, you might find that many of the goals in your life relate to your baby. While having goals and hitting milestones is important, it’s also important to stop and set some goals for yourself. If you're still in the resolution mood, here are some new, parent-specific goals to follow throughout the year so you can be happier, healthier, and the best parent for your newborn. Keep the Nursery Organized When baby blankets are thrown around the floor, and diaper bags have spilled out everywhere, the nursery room can seem less peaceful. It will also take longer to find the things you need, which isn't ideal when you’re headed out the door. Organizing the nursery can take time at first, but if you keep it that way, you’ll be much ...