The 8 essential items for baby's first months

1 - A baby bouncer 

It is one of our iconic items, and for good reason: the bouncer is truly the item every parent equips themselves with. Why is it a must-have? The bouncer satisfies everyone: it is the place where baby rests and develops with comfort and safety, all under the watchful eyes of their parents who can, in turn, go about their daily activities. 

One special feature: ours can be used from birth and accompanies your child up to 5 years old thanks to its removable harness. Plus, you can rock baby with its rocking motion. 

2 - A cradle 

As its name suggests, the cradle is most useful during baby's first months for its rocking motion… Often designed as a cozy nest, the cradle is both effective for falling asleep and very reassuring. Why does baby love it? Because it is adapted to their small size and therefore very comforting. 

At Charlie Crane, we have reimagined the traditional wooden slats: the traditional wooden slats in which baby could trap a leg or an arm are here replaced by delicate laces. Laces which, moreover, are placed by hand by you, dear parents, as if you were building a true nest. It is also indispensable because it was designed with full transparency in mind: baby is reassured and so are you. 

3 - A bassinet

In the same spirit as the cradle, the bassinet is a true cocoon that is ultra easy to carry. The real bonus of this accessory is its nomadic quality! It moves easily with its handles so that baby can accompany you in every room of the house or on trips. This cozy nest brings baby warmth, comfort and reminds them of the confined space they knew for 9 months. 

A great advantage of our bassinet, and not a minor one: it transforms into a cradle for a gentle rocking motion, ideal for drifting off to sleep softly… 

4 - A Love Radius baby carrier 

We absolutely love the Love Radius baby carriers and wrap carriers. The first months with a newborn require 200% presence — your baby needs as much closeness with you, their parents, as possible. At Charlie Crane, we are huge fans of Love Radius because it is one of the few brands to offer physiological, adaptable baby carriers that can be used from birth. It's safe to say they think of everything: wrap carrier, hoodie carrier, babywearing coat, blankets, sling… There is something for every taste and even every kind of weather! 

• The physiological baby carrier Hoodie Carrier or Physio Carrier
  It is the brand's bestseller! Many parents recommend it for how comfortable and easy to use it is, all year round for several years! Truly a must (even as a birth gift!). The ventilation has been designed to breathe in summer and keep baby warm in winter (but not too much), baby is comfortable in it and so are you. It is designed for baby's first days of life while respecting the natural spread of their hips; the seat is width-adjustable with 11 cm velcro. Finally, it adapts up to your child's 36 months…
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• The baby carrier wrap — easy (we promise!)
  The baby wrap carrier may seem daunting and discourage some people, yet Love Radius has completely made it accessible thanks to an ultra-simple system: with a single tie, you can achieve several positions, put baby in and take them out without undoing everything! You just have to slide baby in and out! It is used from birth to 36 months as well and like the baby carrier offers a major advantage during the first months: hands FREE! And for breastfeeding moms: an ultra-easy solution to breastfeed anywhere, anytime.
  

  

5 - A small bathtub 

For the early days, a grow-with-me bathtub remains a must for bathing safely. It is practical, the right size, comfortable… Investing in a small bathtub can truly change your life! 

If you already have a "real" bathtub at home, from 2 months onwards, why not try "free bathing"? This involves placing a towel at the bottom of the bath, with very little water on top, and letting your baby be "free" under your supervision while you take the time to wash them and they, little by little, start to play. 

6 - A high chair

Baby's food diversification generally starts between 4 and 6 months, so it's time to: gear up! And then, in our French culture, we spend a great deal of time at the table — having baby close during these family moments is a necessity, far from a luxury. At Charlie Crane, on this matter, we offer you the TOBO grow-with-me high chair or the HIKO table seat: choices to suit every family. 

7 - A changing table

Let's be honest, in the early days, changing a diaper is an activity that will quickly become second nature. So you might as well be comfortably set up! 

Two options: 

• the retractable changing table, ideal for small spaces: NOGA
• the classic changing table with its integrated storage to keep all the essentials for diaper changes and baby's care within reach. 

8 - The play mat 

Baby's development, especially during the first year, is a wonderful activity that requires good equipment. How to choose it? Preferably very soft so that baby feels comfortable. Also, make sure to check the dimensions so that the mat can grow with them for several months and fits your interior. Finally, it should be easy to remove and easy to wash.

At Charlie Crane, we have designed a timeless play mat that comes with a NAHO arch with wooden toys. Everything is placed on the floor (not on a bed!) to stimulate baby's senses and keep them entertained! 

Last but not least, a good stroller is always welcome of course! The choice is vast, but if you plan on traveling, we give you a few tips here:
How to travel peacefully with baby?