When I was pregnant with my son, I ended up on bedrest with way too much time to research must-have baby products and gear.  It was completely overwhelming.  So I made and downloaded lists. I remember going online when I was pregnant and printing off every list I could find that told me what I needed for the hospital, the nursery, the diaper bag…  My husband asked me how I was going to keep track of all the lists I had printed off.  And he was right. I like to make all kinds of lists and then have no idea either where I put them or what to do with them.

If you only get one pregnancy planning book, be sure to pick up Baby Lists by Elaine Farber.  With over twenty-five years of experience as a newborn and early parenting coach and consultant, Elaine Farber will get you organized and prepared for that babe on the way.  The book is comprehensive without overwhelming expectant moms. Jessica Alba was recently gifted this book.

Baby Lists is divided into three sections:  Becoming Baby Ready, Necessities and Nice Things to Have, and Books, Videos, DVDs, and Music. My favorite chapters were those that covered the necessities versus the “niceties.”  I was going through some of my son’s clothes, toys, and gear and found brand-new items I never used because I never needed them.  I would have really appreciated a resource that gave me direction so that I could shop wisely.

The book has several write-in sections to keep pertinent information in one place.  I’ll definitely use this book for baby number two because it has a ton of great product recommendations with links to the manufacturer’s websites.

Baby Lists is available for purchase on Amazon.com.  I highly recommend checking out the website for fabulous articles and tips for expectant and new parents.

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