Baby gear editor Kalee Thompson shares her tried-and-true tips for what new parents really need for a newborn (and what to skip), the most helpful gifts for expecting parents, and the gear you can safely buy used.

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Products we recommend:

Great baby bouncer: BabyBjörn Bouncer Balance Soft
Good laundry detergent for baby clothes: Tide Free & Gentle Liquid Laundry Detergent
Car seats we recommend: Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX; Chicco KeyFit 35; Uppababy Aria.
A good lightweight stroller: Uppababy Minu V2
A polarizing bassinet: Snoo Smart Sleeper
Kalee loves: Zojirushi Stainless Steel Mug
Use this site to check for recalls on products you may be buying used: CPSC.gov

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