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How much newborn gear do I really need?

3022 moms shared how they navigated this decisionRight on time for 🤰 3rd-trimester

3 approaches by moms

Bare essentials45% moms chose this path

Buying only the absolute necessities before birth and getting others later.

Suits parents who want to avoid cluttering their HDB flats with unused baby gadgets. You will likely end up doing quick Shopee or Amazon Prime orders during midnight feeds.

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Yvonne K.. · First-time mom · 35 weeks pregnant

We only bought a cot, car seat, and clothes. Shopee next-day delivery is so fast, no point hoarding things we might not even use.

Second-hand route30% moms chose this path

Sourcing bulky items like cots and strollers from Carousell or family members.

Suits budget-conscious moms who know babies outgrow gear incredibly fast in the first year. You spend time cleaning and sanitising items, but save thousands of dollars overall.

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Celeste N.. · Experienced mom · Baby at 4 months

Got my steriliser and baby bath from Carousell for cheap. Just replaced the filters and gave everything a good scrub with Dettol.

Fully prepared15% moms chose this path

Purchasing all recommended gadgets and gear before delivery to avoid last-minute shopping.

Suits anxious first-time parents who prefer having every possible tool ready before the baby arrives. You will probably overbuy, but you won't panic when a sudden need arises.

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Peggy S.. · First-time mom · 38 weeks pregnant

I bought the wipe warmer and formula prep machine. Half my friends say it is a waste, but I just want to feel ready.

Expert guidance

Overbuying newborn gear drains your budget and clutters your home with items your baby quickly outgrows. DollarsAndSense estimates parents spend SGD $4,000 in the first year on non-consumables like prams, though second-hand items reduce this. What matters most is securing a safe car seat and cot before birth, while delaying gadget purchases until a real need arises.

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Parenting decisions are personal, and every child is different. The information shared here includes real experiences from moms and guidance from expert and public sources, but should not replace professional medical or healthcare advice.

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