Snakeranch has pretty much nailed it, the one thing I'd argue with is the stroller.
We bought a moderately higher priced stroller that got great reviews, and it saw us through five kids... with serious off road use, too. A good full sized stroller makes it easier to carry all the crap you're going to want to.
But do get the $20 umbrella stroller too, great for flying or whatever.
Used clothes rock.
Do not spend asking on clothes that your kid will not remember, and will grow out of in a matter of months. Used, borrowed, traded, etc... all good. People really overbuy on the 0-3 or 0-6 months stuff. It goes quick.
If the grandparents, friends, whatever, want to... so be it. Then take them to a consignment store and trade them in when they don't fit anymore.
If you're going to use cloth diapers, make sure your washer gets hot enough. Most don't, and you risk contamination.
IMHO cloth diapers are an expensive PITA (if you do it correctly), and we had way more rashes, and associated fussiness, etc... more hassle, more mess, more trouble. You don't need babies waking up more than they already do.
We have five. We used disposables for four and half. Think about that.
Oh, and the diaper genie? No effing way. Just an expensive, stinky, poop sausage maker. Skip it.
Boppie pillows are great. When nursing they allow the mom to rest more. Later, whey the baby is older, you can use the pillow to lay the baby in.
Do make sure you define "your" time. In-laws and friends can, though with best intentions, really put a demand on your time. And by your time, I mean mom's time... Let mom get as much rest as possible, and don't allow friends and family to manipulate. This is important, and mom needs way more rest and down time than you think. Down time with baby, just her, or you and her, is really important.
Also, feel free to have a schedule. If you're getting baby down by 7, then stick to it. It goes faster than you'd think, and if you don't stick to it you could end up hating life. Make sure you're looking out for number one. (and two, and baby...)
Most important. ENJOY!! This is precious, fleeting time. It is really an amazing and defining period, don't squander it jumping through hoops.
Congratulations, and make sure you're taking care of momma. Love on her, spoil her, and protect her. That's being a Dad.
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