what are the TOP 20 things a new born baby needs....?

I think your asking for recommendations on baby gear so here's my list:

Diapers

Wipes

Diaper rash ointment

Car seat

Car seat cover--I love Kiddapotamus

Burp clothes

Crib

Changing table

Swing

Bouncy seat

Baby bath tub

baby wash

hooded towel

wash cloths

onesies

hats

socks

weather appropriate clothing

baby nail clippers

aspirator--booger sucker

Things Baby Needs

Some kids have very sensitive skin and need a seperate detergent for their laundry. Dreft was what I used, but that was a long time ago and there might be other brands out there. I only used it on the one with sensative skin, though. I used regular laundry detergent for the others, it saved time since I could do all the laundry at once and didn't have to seperate clothes. Saving time is important when you have a new baby and time is at a premium.

Also, babies do better when they have a regular routine. Its not a need, but it helps you and the child.

Diapers

Wipes

baby powder

Diaper rash ointment

Shampoo

Baby wash

Baby Bottles

formula

Car seat with cover

Burp clothes

Crib

sheets

blankies

Swing

Bouncy seat

Baby bath tub

hooded towel

changing table

wash cloths

diaper bag

onesies

hats

socks

age appropriate toys

clothes (depends on time of year)

baby nail clippers

stroller (or one of those strap on things)

lots of love and attention

I think that's more than 20....Babies need a lot of things....

1) love & cuddling

2) crib

3) car seat

4) diapers

5) wipes/cloths

6) sleepers (onesie outfits)

7) some good fuzzy blankets (the rich pile ones)

8) we couldn't live without our bouncer seat

9) 1 or 2 outfits to go out in...don't spend a tom of $$ on cutesy outfits...they won't wear them but maybe once

10) swaddling blankets...can be used as car rags after baby doesn't need them anymore

11) change table...my advice get one that can easily convert into a dresser after...one less piece of furniture to buy later

12) bibs...oh you will be amazed at all the drool the little one can leak out

13) lanolin ointment if you are nursing...soothes chapped & sore feeding areas

14) socks...can also double as mitts if they scratch themselves in their sleep

15) baby soap & laundry detergent

16) Gripe water...the best belly ache medicine

17) rocking chair...the best thing for those 3am wake up calls

18) hugs

19) kisses

20) affection

1.MOMMY

2.diapers

3.wipes

4.clothes

5.binkys

6.blankets

7.onsies

8.hats

9.car seat

10.colorful toys with noises like squeaking, music etc.

11.lotion (to keep their soft skin soft)

12. infant/toddler bathtub

13.bath soap

14.bumbo chair

15.swing

16.frontpack

17.your trust

18. your patience

19.lullaby cds

20. a good swaddling blanket (the miracle blanket is a great one)

Good luck!!

I think everyone else pretty much summed it up, so I won't bother with the long list. But the one thing that i have noticed that no-one has mentioned is a baby monitor. And just as I'm typing this now, I'm also thinking that no-one mentioned Tempra or Tylenol, maybe they did, but, I don't think so. Good luck and Congrats.

good carseat

head positioner for carseat

crib

bedding

stroller

diapers

wipes

baby bathtub

baby soap/lotion/diaper rash cream

whole bunch of onesies

sleep sack

clothes

socks

swing/play gym/toys

emergency pack with thermometer

pack and play

bunting

breastmilk

529 plan

and love!

clothes,diapers, car seat, thermometer,humidifier,bed,blankets,bumper pads,mobile,bottles,receiving blankets,shirts,sheets,swing,diaper pail,carry seat,diaper bag,wet wipes,soft stuffed animal,socks ,lots of love.

diapers

crib

sheets

blankets

towels

wash cloths

butt wipers

nail clippers

car seat

stroller

gowns

clothes

booties

diaper rash ointment

vasoline for navel cord

baby bath tub

baby bath cleaner

baby shampoo

baby lotion

baby powder