Which Of These Things Do New Parents Actually Need?

Yes, because if we learned anything from Rain Man it’s that “hot water burn baby.”

No. Just dip your finger into the water first.

Yes. It's saved me from being peed on many times.

Puh-lease. Just drop a wipe on it.

Yes. It’s a huge time saver.

Nope. It’s really not that hard to run the bottle under hot water.

Yes, they’re indispensible when your kid is sick.

No, they’re nothing but glorified baby wipes.

Yes, they’re great for keeping your baby room organized.

Not necessary. 'Nuff said.

Yes, it is the key to your baby eating well.

Pass. Just use a regular blender.

For sure. Baby skin is delicate.

Regular detergent is fine on a baby AND costs less.

Yes, your nose will thank you.

No, they’re costly and never work.

Yes, definitely in the colder parts of the country.

Not even in Antartica.

Yes, a dropped pacifier is nasty.

You do not need a wipe for every little thing.

Indispensable.

No, they’re expensive and sometimes actually make breastfeeding harder.

Yes, it saves time and your sanity at 3 a.m.

Just shake the bottle, people.

Yes! It makes taking the baby places so much easier.

No. If you’ve got a stroller (and arms) you're fine.

Of course! A baby is a person, and people need shoes.

Pfft. The baby can’t even walk yet.

Yes, for peace of mind especially.

Nah, all they do is stress you out (and they're expensive).

Yes, babies love these freaking things.

Nope. They’re just trendy, that's all.

Of course! It’s a high chair!

Nah, you can get by with a hook-on high chair.

Yes! It takes the craziness out of those early days with a baby.

No, there's an app for that.

Yes. Your baby will love it.

No, your baby needs interaction.

Duh! Yes! It’s a changing table!

No, you can just change your kid on your bed or the floor.

Get one. It will give you tremendous peace of mind behind the wheel.