The 8 essential items for baby's first months

1 - A baby bouncer 

It is one of our iconic pieces, and for good reason: the bouncer is truly the item every parent equips themselves with. Why is it a must-have? The bouncer satisfies everyone: it is the place where baby rests and discovers the world in comfort and safety, all under the watchful eyes of their parents who can, in turn, get on with their own activities. 

One special feature: ours can be used from birth and accompanies your child up to 5 years thanks to its removable harness. What's more, you can rock baby with its rocking motion. 

2 - A cradle 

As its name suggests, the cradle is useful during the first months of baby's life for its rocking motion… Often designed as a cosy nest, the cradle is both effective for falling asleep and very reassuring. Why does baby love it? Because it is adapted to their small size and therefore very comforting. 

At Charlie Crane, we have done away with the traditional wooden bars — the traditional wooden bars in which baby could get a leg or arm stuck are here replaced by delicate laces. Laces which, moreover, are placed by hand by you, dear parents, as if you were building a real nest. It is also indispensable because it is designed with complete transparency in mind: baby is reassured, and so are you. 

3 - A moses basket

In the same spirit as the cradle, the moses basket is a true cocoon that is ultra easy to carry. The real bonus of this accessory is its portable nature! It moves easily with its handles so that baby can accompany you in every room of the house or on your travels. This snug haven brings warmth and comfort, reminding baby of the confined space they knew for 9 months. 

A key advantage of our moses basket, and not a small one: it transforms into a cradle for a gentle rocking motion, ideal for drifting off to sleep softly… 

4 - A Love Radius baby carrier 

We absolutely love the Love Radius baby carriers and stretchy wraps. The first months with a newborn demand 200% presence — your child needs maximum closeness with you, their parents. At Charlie Crane, we are huge fans of Love Radius because it is one of the few brands to offer physiological, adaptable baby carriers that can be used from birth. Needless to say, they think of pretty much everything: stretchy wrap, hoodie carrier, babywearing coat, blankets, sling… There is something for every taste and even every kind of weather! 

• The physiological baby carrier Hoodie Carrier or Physio Carrier
  It is the brand's best-seller! Many parents recommend it as it is so comfortable, easy to use, and suitable all year round for several years! Truly a must (even as a birth gift!). The ventilation has been designed to breathe in summer and keep baby warm in winter (but not too warm) — baby is comfortable inside and so are you. It is designed for baby's first days of life, respecting the natural spacing of their hips; the seat is adjustable in width with 11 cm velcro tabs. Finally, it adapts up to your child's 36 months…
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• The wrap — yes, but easy (promise!)
  The stretchy wrap can seem daunting and put some people off, yet Love Radius has completely made it accessible thanks to an ultra simple system: with a single tie, you can achieve several positions, put baby in and take them out without undoing everything! You simply slide baby in and out! It can also be used from birth to 36 months and, like the baby carrier, offers a key advantage in the early months: HANDS FREE! And for breastfeeding mothers: an ultra easy solution for feeding anywhere, any time.
  

  

5 - A small bathtub 

For the early days, an adaptable bath remains a must-have for bathing safely. It is practical, the right size, comfortable… Investing in a small bathtub can truly be a life-changer! 

If you already have a "real" bathtub at home, from 2 months onwards, why not opt for "free bathing"? This involves placing a towel at the bottom of the bath, very little water on top, and letting baby be "free" under your supervision while you take the time to wash them and they, little by little, play. 

6 - A high chair

Baby's weaning generally begins between 4 and 6 months, so it's time to kit yourself out! And in our French culture, we spend a great deal of time at the table — having baby close by during these family moments is a necessity, far from a luxury. At Charlie Crane, on this topic, we offer you the TOBO adaptable high chair or the HIKO table seat: options to suit every family. 

7 - A changing table

Let's be honest — in the early days, changing a nappy is an activity that will quickly become second nature. So you might as well be comfortably set up! 

Two options: 

• the retractable changing table, ideal for small spaces: NOGA
• the classic changing table with its integrated storage to keep all the nappy and baby care essentials within easy reach. 

8 - The play mat 

Baby's development, especially in the first year, is a wonderful activity that requires good equipment. How do you choose? Preferably very soft so that baby feels at ease. Also, be sure to check the dimensions so that the mat can grow with them for several months and is suited to your interior. Finally, it should be easy to remove and simple to wash.

At Charlie Crane, we have designed a timeless play mat that comes with a NAHO arch with wooden toys. Everything is placed on the floor (not on a bed!) to stimulate baby's senses and keep them entertained! 

Last but not least, a good pushchair is always welcome of course! The choice is vast, but if you plan to travel, we share a few tips here:
How to travel serenely with baby?