Shopping has never been tougher.

I wasn't quite expecting the many decisions to make when Baby comes along.
I'm talking about shopping. Sure it's fun, but it's commitment too.

I'm good when it comes to buying cheap, affordable items (read: Daiso). I can walk into the store and walk out with two hands full. Within minutes.
But when it comes to a huge price tag, my brain doesn't function so well.
(The flat doesn't apply. My concept of money dies when $ exceeds 5 digits.)

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To date, I have a folder filled with notes and lists on the things we should purchase.
Some days I wonder if that's just because I miss writing with a pen.

With so many different models and brands in the market, it's not an easy choice.
My brain pretty much looks like this now:

Cot vs Cot Beds vs Playpens
Cot beds can be converted to toddler beds when the child is older. But it's bigger. Space is an issue.
And what if Baby decided that she's sick and tired of the bed and wants a new 'big-girl bed'? *Gasp*
I think too much.
Playpens sound like an interesting option but I'm not sure if they are sturdy enough.


Strollers - the sturdy but heavy 'atas' ones vs the cheaper, lighter Asian brands
This, I really have no idea.
I only know I want a fully-reclining one with the option of the baby facing the parent.


Car seats - A separate car seat? Or with stroller?
This? I'm clueless too.
I'm pretty keen on the ones that attach to the stroller.
I remember reading somewhere, that it makes it easier to 'transport' the baby when he/she is sleeping.


Breast pumps
Ah. At least I settled on this one. Well, kind of.
I was contemplating between the Phillips Avent Comfort Double Electric (from Amazon) or the Ameda Lactaline.

The Phillips Avent Double Electric Comfort cost only US$199.90 (free shipping to SG too!), as compared to S$799 if purchased locally. It looks incredibly comfortable. This must be the prettiest breast pumps I've come across. I was this close into getting it. But I wasn't sure if there is international warranty.

 



The Ameda Lactaline (S$399) doesn't look as appealing but my friends swear by it. It doesn't not look as comfortable as the Phillips Avent but I like the dials that allow you to select the speed and suction. 32 different combinations according to the website. I think this is one feature I liked better than the Phillips Avent.

I'll let fate decide which one I should get when I am at the fair.


Bottles

Source: Google.com

I really like Phillip Avent's Natural Feeding Bottle. They look adorably fat.

And its anti-colic feature is wonderful. I know how it feels being colicky. It's not fun at all.


Diapers and nappies
I am liking the cloth diapers from Moo Moo Kow. I know there are many other brands out there but honestly, I'm a little lazy to do anymore research.
After the talk with Mummy, she gave me the confidence that washing of cloth diapers/nappies are manageable, and I should get some cloth diapers and/or nappies after all.


Clothes, Swaddle Cloths and Wash Cloths
I'm pretty sure Sweet Sis have bought quite a bit of clothes for her little niece. We are still looking for the kimono-styled ones for Baby just for the first month.
Sweet Sis got an adorable swaddle blanket from Mothercare. It's adorable.
I'm just thinking if I should get more swaddle cloths for the little one. The muslin ones like this?


Source: Google.com

Ah, my brain now. Still messy but slightly more organised.

I guess writing helps.
And I think I've just came up with a list on what to look out for at the upcoming baby fair. :)

Update:
The husband read this post, saw the pictures of the brains and wondered out loud, "Is there any difference?"
Then he figured it out.
"Oh! They are organised by colours now."

Men...
They are so adorable at times, aren't they?