Newborn Shopping Checklist: What to Buy New vs What to Buy Preloved
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Baby gear is expensive. And baby clothes? They barely fit for a few months before your newborn outgrows them. If you're staring at a newborn checklist wondering where to spend and where to save, here's a simple way to split it.
What to always buy new
Some things should still start new, no matter how good a deal looks.
- Mattresses — crib and bassinet mattresses wear down invisibly and are tied to safe-sleep guidelines.
- Bottles — plastic degrades and scratches over time, which can harbour bacteria.
- Pacifiers — cheap to replace, and go straight into your baby's mouth.
What makes sense to buy preloved
For durable, short-use items, preloved just makes sense. Your baby will use these for a matter of months before growing out of them.
- Strollers
- High chairs
- Baby carriers
- Books
- Toys
Read our preloved stroller buying guide for a deeper look at what to check before buying one used.
What to always check first
Before you buy anything preloved, check:
- Condition
- Missing parts
- Recalls
- Cleanliness
- Whether it still meets current safety standards
Buy second hand, without second guessing
Everything on Chub Chub is safety-checked, cleaned, sanitized, and delivered to your door — so you can save up to 70% without cutting corners on safety.
Shop all preloved baby essentials on Chub Chub →