April 01, 2006 - Pregnancy Blog

My doctor just called... I still need to up my iron intake, as my hemoglobin levels aren't where she'd like them to be (mine are at 11.5, she wants at least 12).  She's putting me on another pill (oh, it had better not be another hard-to-swallow one) to raise my levels.  Yeah, I'm slightly anemic, even after an iron supplement and eating beef like no one's business. 

Anyway...

Yesterday I was swimming in a sea of pink.  I decided to take an inventory of all the things we have for the baby thus far.  Oh boy... as far as clothes are concerned, this little one has onesies, pants, shorts, shirts, and outfits to spare.  It's confirmed, she's going to be a princess.  Mommy and Daddy are going to have to exercise control.  I pray she doesn't outgrow everything too quickly, but that's okay.  There's always another family member that's going to need it, if a baby girl's also on the way.

So... here's what she has (not including toys and books):

CLOTHES (0-3 months)

1. Side-tie shirts (sleeveless) - 8
2. Side-tie shirts (short sleeved) - 8
3. Side-tie shirts (long sleeved) - 3
4. Newborn gowns - 7
5. Onesies (short) - 12
6. Onesies (long) - 3
7. Onesies (long with feet) - 4
8. Baptismal gowns - 2 (one of them is the one used by me, Gerard and Shiela)
9. Bonnets - 4
10. Shorts - 6
11. Pants - 5 (note: pants and shorts can be used until the baby's 6 months old)
12. Socks - 14 pairs
13. Booties - 4 pairs
14. Mittens - 7 pairs

CLOTHES (3-6 months)

1. Onesies - 21
2. T-shirts - 8
3. Outfits - 8
4. Hats - 2
5. Shoes - 4
6. Boot slippers - 1

OTHER ITEMS

1. Washcloths - 42
2. Terry robes - 2
3. Quilt - 1
4. Receiving blankets - 7
5. Burp cloths - 15
6. Square cotton cloths - 3
7. Rattles - 3
8. Pacifiers - 4
9. Teething ring - 1
10. Towels - 7
11. Bibs - 22
12. Disposable diapers - 39
13. Cloth diapers - 24
14. Changing pad cover - 2
15. Nursery organizer - 1
16. Crib sheet - 1
17. Baby Bjorn carrier - 1
18. Change n Go - 1
19. Swaddler - 1
20. Diaper bag - 1
21. Breast milk containers - 5
22. Bottles (125 ml) - 3
23. Bottles (260 ml) - 3
24. Bottle sterilizer - 1 (good for 6 bottles)
25. Medela double breast pump - 1
26. Bathtub - 1
27. Nursing pillow - 2
28. Nursing bib - 2
29. Sippy cups - 2
30. Formula container - 1 stack of 4
31. Crib and mattress - 1
32. Playpen - 1
33. Stroller (on its way) - 1
34. Car carrier - 1

BEDDING

1. Fitted sheets - 4
2. Flat sheet - 1
3. Crib bumper - 2
4. Bolsters - 2
5. Pillows - 2
6. Pillowcase - 1
7. Bolster cases - 2
8. Head 'n' back pillow - 1
9. Comforters - 2
10. Blankets (cotton) - 4
11. Blankets (flannel) - 5

So there you have it!

TO THE PARENTS WHO ARE HERE!!!  Kindly check my list and let me know if there's anything I should add or have enough of.  Either leave a comment or email me directly.  Thanks for your help!