03.09.2024
Joy and anticipation are high − the baby is on its way. But what do you need to get for the newborn? This checklist gives expectant mothers and fathers an idea of the most important purchases that will help in the first days and weeks with their baby − plus an indication of prices.
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Everything from now on will be new and exciting, so it’s reassuring to know that you’ll have a suitable set of essentials for your baby near to hand. It’s best to get everything you need during the pregnancy and to choose only those items that you think will be useful for you and your little one.
Please note: the following checklists are intended solely as suggestions and give guide prices.
Total price: around CHF 685
Total price: around CHF 620
Total price: around CHF 140
Total price: around CHF 440
Total price: around CHF 220
Total price: around CHF 105
Total price: around CHF 190
Total price: around CHF 1,500
Total price: around CHF 190
By our cost estimation for the baby essentials, we arrive at a total sum of around 3,900 francs or 3,765 francs (depending on whether or not the mother breastfeeds). Ultimately, the costs will depend on your budget and your preferences.
Sources for price information: The link will open in a new window baby-markt.ch, The link will open in a new window baby-walz.ch and The link will open in a new window 4mybaby.ch
There are several ways for expectant mothers and fathers to come by the first essentials for their baby. You may be able to borrow some things or they may be given to you as gifts. Second-hand items can be found in second-hand shops, flea markets, swap meets or online. If you prefer new items, you can choose between discount stores or brand stores. In any case, more expensive purchases can wait until the sales. And one more tip: have a think, but don’t overdo it. Just think about what you really need and then enjoy spending time with your baby. After all, you can’t put a price on that.
Would you like to make sure right from birth that your child can fulfil their desires – large or small – independently in future? Continue to ways to save for your child.
