a. Blankets: Blankets are normally made by cotton but these days blankets are normally made of acrylic or a polyester-cotton combination. These blankets are easy to wash and non allergenic. You can buy a woollen knitted shawl also, it can be conveniently used as a blanket for babies because it easily wraps around the baby and you can easily handle the baby. When you buy a blanket you should check he size of the blanket which should be large enough to tuck well under a crib mattress otherwise the baby would kick off the covering. A tight covering gives the baby comfortable and secure sleep.

b. Plastic sheets: Plastic sheets are very essential in the first few months. There are two types of plastic sheets. One is with flannelette backing on both sides. It is wonderful because it stays in place and bed sheets never slip on it. There is no need to cover it with a quilted pad. Flannel backed sheets save more laundry.
The other kind of sheets are plain waterproof sheets without quilted backing. You will need to cover them with a quilted pad. This kind of sheet absorbs moisture and  allows the air to circulate under the baby's body. This keeps the baby dry and infection free. For this kind of sheets you will need six or more pads depending upon how often the laundry is done.

c. Cotton Sheets: To avoid tension you will need at least six sheets for your baby's crib. These sheets should be a few inches larger than your crib so you can tuck them under the mattress. These sheets should be made of pure cotton. Cotton is easy to wash, quick to dry, and spreads smoothly. Most importantly, it gives a nice feeling to the baby.

d. Sleeping bags: When your baby is small and does not crawl, you would find it more practical to put the baby in a sleeping bag. The baby always stays covered. These sleeping bags are just like long nighties which cover the feet and arms perfectly. In cold weather you can easily add a blanket for extra warmth.