what is your must-have items?

Question

So we just found out we are pregnant. We weren't planning, which freaks me out since I'm a HUGE planner. So far, this is my list of things that we would want that would all last us around 2 years. It has totaled up to $1266.93, and that's if we didn't buy second hand (we plan on buying second hand. Reuse, reduce, recycle!) and if we don't get any gifts (which is unlikely as it's the first baby of my generation on my side and the first here on the west coast where all my husband's family is).

I also may actually be afraid that they'd try to buy us too much! We live in a 600sqft one bedroom apartment, we don't need more items than we actually own currently doubled as just baby items!
UPDATE:
Okay, I will add a swing, and I have plenty of nappies on here. I have 6 waterproof one size covers and 30 prefolds. Also even in the crib many will be right next to the bed.
Also this is just cost for items, I wasn't meaning everything including medical things... just all the STUFF - baby would need

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You seem pretty set, but Id suggest getting a swing or glider (ex. Mamaroo). Its great to put in the livingroom for when your busy there or in the kitchen. Most babies love them.

Also, Im getting a bedside bassinet or cradle for the 1st few months instead of a crib, because babies wake up alot during the night and I definitely do not want to keep getting up and going to the crib for feedings.

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I think you need more nappies. 25 is a good number (I have 40 but this just means I can get slack on washing and drying). Join a Facebook buy and sell page to get near new ones. A baby swing is great. And if you're planning on breast feeding get a pump it will save your sanity

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Sleeping bags. My baby never kept her blankets on

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Bouncer. It was a lifesaver the first two months. My son wouldnt sleep anywhere but there.

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Although your list seems to have many of the needs for your baby I can almost guarantee you'll be spending double that amount plus more your baby's first year (unforeseen costs due to medical or just costs of living with a baby) so my input is if you can, start putting as much money as you can into a savings account. If you can have at least two months worth of your living expenses like rent and utilities you will be able to have access to funds for those unforeseen costs that happen-and they do happen! If you can't save at all then I would take that list and give it to whoever is hosting your shower and have them inform your guests of what's needed from your list so you aren't given tons of clothes or toys or none of the bigger items like a crib/bed etc. Also let your shower host know you're willing to accept secondhand items, most people will buy new but some may buy used and buy more for baby as a result.

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Get like a rocker chair for him. My kid hates the bassinet! The rocker is the only thing I can get ten minutes to myself to pee or brush my teeth'

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If your planning on breast feeding these help so much. I had to learn the hard way with my first. You can warm them up or freeze them. They will help.

what is your must-have items?

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