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I have just recently started feeling sensations that I am pretty sure are the baby. It definitely does NOT feel like a “tickle” or a “fluttering butterfly” to me! What I am feeling isn’t really painful, but definitely uncomfortable - like gas or cramping or something. It is exciting to feel something though.
Question- what baby stuff did you go ahead and start buying early vs. waiting to see what you get from your baby showers? It feels strange to wait until so late … like I am unprepared or something, but we are trying to save $ also.
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I remember playing that game around 18 weeks! Affectionately dubbed “Gas or baby?” It’s likely your baby moving around, but it took me a while to convince myself of that. I certainly didn’t get the butterfly or fluttering feelings that people speak of…
As for baby stuff to purchace, I bought the convenience stuff that I wanted. You’ll find that people typically don’t buy you things you register for, so anything you feel you really want/need purchace yourself. For me, the important stuff was:
-car seat/stroller (it’s important they’re comfortable and a good fit for you) and fit in your car. You’ll be amazed how poorly some seats fit in even decent sized vehicles!
-crib - I wanted a 4-way convertible to save money down the road
-soft baby carrier/backpack (fit is important)
-rocker/chair
-diaper pail
-nursing pillow
I found for my shower, I mostly got toys, linens/blankets, books, stuffed animals, and outfits. All awesome and useful, but people tend to shy away from purchasing you the more personal preference type gear. I prefered to scope out this stuff early as well, to get good deals and research more. Plus it made me feel more prepared.