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Baby’s First Year at Home: Gear That Grows With You

October 23, 2025

Categories:  Lifestyle

Baby’s First Year at Home: Gear That Grows With You

Expert Picks From UPPAbaby and Babylist

Your baby’s first year moves fast. From first naps to first bites and first steps, having the right setup at home makes every moment easier. Babylistshared their expert take on must-have items, and we couldn’t agree more.

At UPPAbaby, we design products to solve real problems families face every day. From sleep to play and everything in between, our Home Collection is built with premium comfort, safe materials, and the adaptability to grow with your child.

Here’s how our gear supports you through baby’s first year and beyond:

1. Motion That Moves Like You

The Challenge: Sometimes parents need a safe, smart, hands-free way to help sooth baby

The Solution: Mamaroo Smart Swing

The Mamaroo Smart Swing moves like you do, offering five unique motions that mimic real parent movement to calm and comfort baby. With Bluetooth® connectivity, you can adjust settings or select sounds right from your phone. Its washable fabric, modern design, and compact footprint make it a natural fit in any room, bringing high-tech comfort to your daily routine.

Ready to shop now? Explore Mamaroo
Still building your registry? Add Mamaroo to Babylist

2. A Safe Spot for Sleep & Play

The Challenge: Babies need a safe place to rest and play wherever you are at home (or away)

The Solution: Remi Playard

Remi gives your baby a cozy, secure space from day one, complete with a bassinet insert for newborns and a spacious playard and crib for later months. Its mesh sides keep air flowing, and the organic mattress adds extra comfort. When it’s time to pack up, the Remi folds in seconds and stores easily, so your baby always has a familiar place to land.

Ready to shop now? Explore Remi
Still building your registry? Add Remi to Babylist

3. Hands-Free Moments That Matter

The Challenge: You want to keep your little one close while also tackling your to-do list

The Solution: Mira Bouncer

Mira gently bounces with your baby’s natural movements, giving them soothing comfort while you enjoy a few hands-free moments. With multiple modes: newborn bouncer, reclined lounger, and toddler seat, Mira grows alongside your child. Thel toy bar accessory keeps playtime engaging, while its lightweight, fold-flat design makes moving it around your home effortless.

Ready to shop now? Explore Mira
Still building your registry? Add Mira to Babylist

4. Easy Mealtime, Every Time

The Challenge: Starting solids is messy, and parents need a high chair that simplifies cleanup

The Solution: Ciro High Chair

Ciro makes mealtime smoother from the start with a sleek, supportive design and easy-clean surfaces. The adjustable tray and footrest grow with your little one, while its modern silhouette complements your home’s style. Thoughtfully engineered with vented channels and drainage holes to prevent mold and dry quickly, and a dishwasher-safe tray, Ciro takes the stress out of daily cleanup, so you can focus on the fun and the food!

Ready to shop now? Explore Ciro
Still building your registry? Add Ciro to Babylist

5. Smoother Sleep Routines

The Challenge: Sleep can be unpredictable, and parents need help establishing calm routines

The Solution: Soma Smart Bassinet

Soma combines modern design with intuitive features to support your baby’s sleep. With app-enabled controls, you can adjust soothing sounds and gentle motions with ease. The breathable sleep surface and FSC®-certified wood base create a healthy sleep environment that blends seamlessly into your home.

Ready to shop now? Explore Soma
Still building your registry? Add Soma to Babylist

6. A Healthier Home, For Baby & You

The Challenge: Parents want safe materials that also match the style of their home

The Solution: UPPAbaby Is Backed By Trusted Experts

Our products are independently tested for safety, quality, and reliability. From FSC®-certified wood to GREENGUARD® GOLD Certified fabrics, and Baby Safety Alliance verification, every product in our Home collection is built with your baby’s health in mind. Beyond being safe and non-toxic, our gear is thoughtfully designed to complement your home’s aesthetic, so baby gear feels like a natural part of your space.

Explore the full Home Collection

7. Designed to Grow With Your Family

The Challenge: Babies grow quickly, and gear that can’t keep up often leads to waste and clutter

The Solution: Gear That Grows

Our Home products are designed for longevity. Whether it’s Remi adapting from bassinet to playard, Mira shifting from newborn lounger to toddler seat, or Ciro with a rotating dual position footrest, each piece is built to evolve alongside your child.

Welcome Home

From first days to every day, UPPAbaby helps you design a space that fits your family. Beautifully made, thoughtfully designed, and built to grow with you.

Shop our Home Collection
Or add to your Babylist registry