ChristusG Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 Does anyone try to stock up on the things they will need during the first weeks after having a newborn so that they don't need to run to the store? I'm almost 36 weeks and I'm feeling increasingly uncomfortable. Running to the store several times a week is just getting to be miserable. I'm going to two stores this afternoon in hopes of getting a lot of things that we will need until after baby is born. Help me remember everything! I'm already getting bottled water, pull ups for my 4 year old (:glare:), toiletries, paper towels, paper goods (so the dishes won't pile up after baby is born), kids toiletries, dog food....what else am I forgetting? I'm also trying to get some easy grocery staples like spaghetti sauce, taco seasoning, stuff like that. What are some really easy meals that can be fixed that I should be stocking up for? We'll have some help with some meals after baby is born, but I'm sure we'll have to fix a few of our own too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I would seriously load up on some frozen meals and things just to make life much easier for the first couple of weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigger Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 About six weeks before I was due I started delivery from Amazon for subscribe and save on diapers, wipes, and disposable changing pads (I like them in my diaper bag, don't use them at home). I also ordered some one time should do it things, knowing I could order again or pick up at the store a few months after having the baby, but just didn't want to worry about it for a while after bringing him home. The month before, I also stocked up on things to eat, cook and have on hand so I wouldn't have to go out if I didn't want to (I wouldn't run out for a few months) - things like mayo, bottled water, beverages we like, etc. And DH was awesome about asking every few days if we needed anything, he'd pick it up on his way home so I wouldn't have to go out too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted September 25, 2011 Author Share Posted September 25, 2011 I really dislike frozen meals....but you are right, I should probably have something super simple sometimes. Good idea about the Amazon thing, I'll look into that. And yes, DH is really good about stopping by the store on the way home. But sometimes he's clueless and doesn't know exactly what to get LOL. He calls me about a million times from the store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ondreeuh Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I live in a village with no stores, so I have stocked up on staples. I order everything on Amazon except the perishables which my husband brings in when he goes to Anchorage. I recommend stocking up on things you can prepare with minimal work. Some of my favorites: Trader Joe's simmer sauces (we buy the Indian ones). Simmer with cooked chicken and serve over rice. Frozen meatballs from Costco (Actually, I'd get a whole bunch of frozen stuff from Costco - veggie patties, tilapia fillets, ravioli) Frontier soup kits are YUMMY and healthy (on Amazon - really just add water and maybe some meat) Powdered milk is not bad and is more than adequate on cereal. I'd get a box to have in the wings. Frozen veggies are totally fine and won't rot :) Dried fruit & nut mixes Luna/Kashi/Clif/Balance bars (especially for you) Crystal Light unless you're opposed It's amazing what you can get delivered to your door in 2 days with Amazon Prime. I'd sign up for all the household stuff, especially soap and toilet paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ondreeuh Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 What are some really easy meals that can be fixed that I should be stocking up for? I put all my recipes in Plan to Eat. It's super easy to import recipes from places like allrecipes.com or cooks.com. Then you can create a planner (again, super easy) and it makes you a shopping list. This is INVALUABLE when you can't run to the store for something you've forgotten. Double the recipes if you want leftovers. A few favorite, easy meals Quinoa & Black Beans (I add diced tomatoes) Classic Goulash Shepherd's Pie (I use instant mashed potatoes) Cheesy Salmon Pasta Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 Pick up some of those premade hamburger patties in the freezer section, and freeze some buns too. Very fast easy dinner or lunch Cans of tuna. Ground beef and sloppy joe sauce. Frozen chicken breasts and barbecue sauce, with a side of canned baked beans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty in Pink Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I mentioned this in another thread recently, but do you have access to a supermarket that takes online orders? Our local Harris Teeter takes online orders, bags the groceries for you, and brings them out to your vehicle. I anticipate using this service for at least a month after baby is born. I have a few things in the freezer -- frozen pizza, a pan of lasagna (I made two the last time and just froze one), chili... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kht2006 Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I don't think I saw Toilet Paper on your list.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I would seriously load up on some frozen meals and things just to make life much easier for the first couple of weeks. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrixieB Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I don't think I saw Toilet Paper on your list.... :iagree: I stocked up on so much TP before one of my dc was born... it took about 6 months to use it all. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali in OR Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 Toilet paper is what we ran out of first. I had bought some, but clearly not enough! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted September 25, 2011 Author Share Posted September 25, 2011 LOL, yes, I grabbed the TP while I was out today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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