AA Baby

Of all the baby advice I've heard, from books, medical professionals, family, and friends, not one person warned me of the fact that babies run on AA batteries. My boy's bouncer, his bath with mounted shower spray, his playpen with nightlight and music, his wireless video game controller (kidding), and his mobile:

Everything that makes him calmer via movement, light, or sound requires a AA battery. So along with the diapers and wipes, be sure to stock up on those little cells of electricity for your new bundle of energy. Try Batteries.com for good deals on battery bundles. And since everything of any sort of entertaining value for the modern baby will require those batteries, start saving with this $5 coupon at Toy 'R' Us, here (only valid for this Friday and Saturday).

Or start early and teach them how much fun some assorted sticks and rocks can be.