But what do you actually need? And which baby products can you skip? We're here for you with our ultimate newborn checklist, with products chosen by HELLO! parents who have been there ...

She can help with newborn care and assist in ... Embrace the Journey Preparing for your baby’s arrival can be overwhelming, ...

And keep in mind, “Feeding your baby with a spoon or bottle won’t make you less of a mom,” Patel says. Skip the fancy newborn outfits, says Marissa Labuz, a mom of two in Howell, NJ.

But there are ways you can prepare in advance, so the arrival of your baby can go as smoothly as possible ... We've put together a checklist of hospital bag basics for you and for your newborn, as ...