Ep.5 Building the Nest: Essential Gear for New Dads

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Ever wondered why parenting doesn't come with a manual? Join us on Instructions Not Included as we unravel the essentials every new dad needs to know. From mastering diaper duty and feeding strategies to the secrets of a perfect swaddle, this episode promises to equip you with practical tips and must-have baby gear that will make those early days a breeze. Learn why stocking up on diapers and wipes is crucial, how to handle bottle sterilization the old-school way, and why a comfy rocking chair could be your best ally against sleepless nights.

Beyond the basics, we dive into smart strategies for navigating the overwhelming world of baby gear. Discover the value of research and reviews, the significance of prioritizing functionality over flashy gadgets, and the long-term benefits of investing in quality essentials. Plus, we pose thought-provoking questions to help you prepare creatively for diaper duty and support your partner's feeding choices. Tune in, share your own tips in the comments, and let's tackle parenthood together with confidence and a touch of humor!

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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Instructions not included.
Episode 5, building the nest.
Essential gear for new dads.
We're talking diaper duty,feeding, swaddling and soothing.
Let's get it.

Speaker 2 (00:22):
Yeah, this dang car life doesn't come with a manual.
It doesn't come with a way togo.
The instructions not included.
Stay tuned.
Any topics we discuss, we canuse it.
This dang car life doesn't comewith a way to go.
It doesn't come with a manual.
Yeah, you can search.
I swear back now, like Jay-Z,the blueprint.

Speaker 1 (00:43):
Ooh, now let me play one Welcome back Today on
Instructions Not Included.
We're talking baby gear and yes, it can be overwhelming, but
fear not, guys, because youdon't need every fancy gadget

(01:07):
under the sun.
Today we'll focus on someessential items that will make
your life and your partner'slife a whole lot easier in those
early days with your new baby.
Truth is, baby gear can beconfusing, but here's some
essential must haves.
Diapers but here's someessential must haves.
Diapers Babies grow fast, so besure to have different sizes and

(01:29):
trust, you can never haveenough.
So stock up the same with wipes, stock up.
It's also good to have achanging pad for those sudden
blowouts.
I know it won't help with thoseapocalyptic projectile poops
that some babies be having, butyeah, a changing pad is a must.
Oh yeah, and be sure to keepsome diaper rash cream bottles,

(01:52):
if not exclusively breastfeeding.
A bottle sterilizer is optionalbut handy.
But hey, if you can't afford asterilizer, after cleaning those
bottles, just dip them in someboiling water and cover them
with a towel or place them in aclean area until you're ready to
use them.
That's old school but stilleffective.
Burp cloths and bibs they are amust.

(02:15):
And at least one boppy pillowor something like it.
If you're not sure what a boppypillow is, check the link in
the description or Google it.
What a boppy pillow is, checkthe link in the description or
Google it.
Swaddle blankets are magic forcalming a fussy newborn.
Learn the art of the swaddleand become a soothing pro.

(02:35):
A good baby monitor, a whitenoise machine or a smart speaker
like Google Nest, where you cantell it to play hard rain and
it'll continuously play rain andthunder sounds Something like
that could be very soothing toanyone.
Oh yeah, and a comfy rocketchair these are your allies in

(02:58):
the fight against sleeplessnights.
Hey, let's go beyond the basics.
Here's some additional tips toconsider.
Number one do your research,read reviews, compare prices and
don't be afraid to ask forrecommendation from experienced
parents.
Number two focus onfunctionality.
You don't need every trendinggadget.

(03:21):
Just prioritize items that willmake your daily routine
smoother.
Number three think long terminvestments in some quality
basics that will grow with yourbaby.
Hey, they won't stay tinyforever.
Remember dads.
You don't have to be the gearguru, but having a few essential
items on hand will give you theconfidence to tackle those

(03:44):
early days of parenthood like achamp.
Quick quote the days are long,but the years are short, cheryl
Richardson.
Now look here, dads, gettingready for your little one's
arrival is exciting, but amidstthe baby gear frenzy, remember
to enjoy this special time withyour partner.

(04:07):
And before I get out of here, asalways, questions for the dads.
And before I get out of here,as always, questions for the
dads.
Question number one dads to bewhat are some creative ways
you're preparing for diaper duty?
Any tips or tricks you'velearned?
Number two is your partnerplanning to breastfeed or bottle
feed, or a combination of both?

(04:28):
How can you best support herfeeding choices?
Number three beyond theessentials, are there any
specific baby gear items you'reparticularly excited about or
curious to try?
If so, leave them in thecomment.
Hey, thanks for joining me.
Dads, don't forget to like andsubscribe to Instructions Not

(04:49):
Included for more dad-centricadvice on navigating the
wonderful world of parenthood.
Hey, we're in this together and, dads, be sure to jump into the
comments and share yourfavorite baby gear must-haves or
any questions you might have.
We'll see you next time.

Speaker 2 (05:11):
It doesn't come with a manual.
Yeah, you can search, we'll beright back.
No, I need tea.
You're all one Sweet fight baby.