Newborn baby shopping in Abu Dhabi – A handy checklist
Buying items for a newborn can be overwhelming, especially for first-time parents. When it comes to clothing choices and accessories, it’s easy to get lost in little onesies and cute cribs. A simple checklist of newborn baby shopping in Abu Dhabi can help you figure out what your baby needs. We have covered your little one’s wardrobe and accessories, including feeding and travel essentials for the first few months and the best places to find them.
CLOTHING AND FEEDING CHECKLIST
You’ll need adorable clothes for your bundle of joy from day one. So, it’s better to stock up on outfits for your newborn baby such as:
- Onesies
- Pyjamas
- Sleepers
- Undershirts
- Sweaters
- Jackets
Make sure not to overspend on clothes for your newborn as they outgrow them within a few weeks.
During the first few months, mom and dad will also have to buy swaddle blankets. These comfortable blankies help babies sleep comfortably, particularly during the first few weeks. Swaddle blankets come in various shapes; some are simple, while others have a hook-and-loop fastener.
Coming to the feeding checklist, your newborn will need baby bottles, scoops, sippy cups, baby bottle warmers, baby bottle steriliser, to name a few. You’ll also need burping towels and receiving blankets and bibs.
WHERE YOU CAN BUY CLOTHES AND FEEDING ESSENTIALS
MAMAS & PAPAS
Mamas & Papas is a leading brand for infant shopping in Abu Dhabi. The store has a wide range of clothes, swaddle blankets, socks, leggings and feeding supplies.
Visit the store at Al Wahda Mall to shop for newborn baby clothes in Abu Dhabi. You can order items from the Mamas & Papas online store or the app available for Android and iOS users.
- Location: Unit 137 Ground Floor, Al Wahda Mall
- Timings: Sunday to Wednesday 10:00 am to 10:00 pm | Thursday to Saturday 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-52-949-5313
CHATEAU DES ENFANTS
Chateau des Enfants is next on our list of newborn baby stores in Abu Dhabi. It has a good selection of baby blankets, swaddling blankets and clothes for babies. Besides their Marina Mall store, you can buy items from their official website.
- Location: First Floor Atrium، Marina Mall، Breakwater Corniche Street، Al Marina
- Timings: Saturday to Sunday 10:00 am to 10:00 pm | Thursday and Friday 10:00 am to 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-2-681-0844
BUMBLE BEE
Get baby monitors, bottle sterilisers and add-ons for Bugaboo strollers from Bumble Bee store Abu Dhabi. Other products available at the store include baby bath time products, baby bottles, reflux wedges, soaps and shampoos.
- Location: 1st floor, inside Tryano, Yas Mall
- Timings: Saturday to Sunday 10:00 am to 10:00 pm | Thursday and Friday 10:00 am to 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-2-205-4631
CARTER’S
Carter’s at Abu Dhabi Mall is a popular store for newborn baby clothes in Abu Dhabi. You can find cute outfits for newborns and toddlers.
- Location: Second Floor, Beside Victoria Secrets opposite Zara
- Timings: Everyday 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-2-643-5403
NANOS
Nanos, located in Dalma Mall, is another popular store to get colourful outfits and baby bottles for your bundle of joy.
- Location: Dalma Mall, ICAD
- Timings: Everyday 10:00 am to 12:00 am
- Contact: +971-56-912-8811
CUTE BABY BOUTIQUE
Cute Baby Boutique is one baby store in Abu Dhabi with everything from hospital decoration supplies to clothes, baby bottles and accessories. The Cute Baby Boutique has safe and lead-free toys. Adorable booties, knit blankets, baby gift boxes and other products are widely available at their signature store and the official Cute Baby Boutique website.
- Location: Muroor Road, Al Nahyan Camp. E25 PLOT C27, Shop No. 1
- Timings: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-56-268-9952
DIAPER AND BATH TIME CHECKLIST
No newborn baby shopping checklist will be complete without diapering and bath time products and accessories. Diapers and wipes are two important must-have’s for newborns. Similarly, parents also need to get other bath time items that include:
- Baby bathtub or seat
- Towels
- Washcloths
- Moisturiser
- Shampoo
- Cup or scoop
- Soap
Similarly, it’s crucial to pick the right diaper for your baby. Here are some diapering essentials that you should buy for a newborn:
- Disposable diapers
- Reusable diapers
- Wipes
- Anti-rash cream/lotion
- Changing mats
WHERE TO BUY DIAPERING ITEMS?
CARREFOUR AND LULU
Carrefour and LuLu are two major hypermarkets in Abu Dhabi where parents can find diapers and related supplies at affordable prices. Lulu and Carrefour in Abu Dhabi have several branches in all major malls across the capital city.
SMART BABY
Smart Baby Abu Dhabi has clothes, toys, changing mats, reusable diapers, baby bottles, blankets, bathtubs, cups, towels and other products from various baby care brands from across the world.
- Locations: Safeer Centre in Mussafah District | Central Mall in Khalifa City | Opposite Abu Dhabi Mall.
CRIBS, PRAMS AND CAR SEATS CHECKLIST
You’ll be surprised to know how much effort it takes to travel with a baby safely. Prams, car seats and strollers are some essentials that should be on your list when you go newborn baby shopping in Abu Dhabi. The newborn on-the-go checklist includes:
- Stroller or Pram
- Car Seat
- Baby carrier
- Portable Crib
- Portable changing mat
- Stroller rain cover
There’s no shortage of brands when it comes to buying a suitable pram or stroller for a baby. Make sure to pick the right size, large or small, that suits your commuting needs.
Graco is one of the popular pram/stroller and car seat brands you can consider. Parents will also need a comfortable crib for the baby to sleep safely.
WHERE TO BUY CAR SEATS AND PRAMS?
MOTHERCARE
Mothercare is your go-store for all things baby. From feeding bottles to diaper bags and travel accessories, the store has everything under one roof.
It features quality cribs, bassinets, prams, stroller covers, toys, baby carriers and other baby products. For several years the brand has been offering top quality baby care products, clothes and accessories. Mothercare has its own line, but the shop also stocks a range of products from other brands.
- Locations: Dalma Mall | Abu Dhabi Mall | Al Wahda Mall | Marina Mall | Yas Mall | Khalifa City Al Raha Gardens
BABYSHOP
Babyshop is one of the largest baby stores in Abu Dhabi and your one-stop shop for all your baby needs. They have several branches in Abu Dhabi.
BabyShop offers a wide range of products from top brands such as Fisher-Price, Tommee Tippee, Philips, Graco and more. Get a good range of car seats, rockers, strollers, cribs and nursery furniture at your closest Babyshop.
- Locations: Dalma Mall | Al Zahiya Shopping Centre | Marina Mall | World Trade Centre Mall | Deerfields Mall | Yas Mall
ONLINE NEWBORN BABY STORES IN ABU DHABI
Besides the newborn baby stores mentioned above, here’s a list of the best online baby shops in Abu Dhabi that offer a wide range of products.
BABYSOUK.COM
The first on our list of online baby shops in Abu Dhabi is babysouk.com. It is a massive online baby store that offers a range of products, including strollers, carriers, slings, baby bottles, to name a few.
SPRII.AE
Sprii.ae is another online store in Abu Dhabi that offers a wide selection of products for babies, toddlers and kids. Their product categories include baby gear, baby care products, feeding bottles, appliances, toys, outdoor toys, kids fashion and mother care products.
MUMZWORLD.COM
Mumzworld.com is an online website for baby shopping in Abu Dhabi. The online portal has a variety of products in different categories like educational toys, outdoor toys, ride-on toys and other baby products.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHERE CAN I BUY TOYS FOR NEWBORN BABIES IN ABU DHABI?
There are several toy stores and baby shops in the capital city where you can find adorable toys for a newborn. Some popular stores are Mothercare, Toys “R” Us, The Toy Store and Hamley’s.
WHERE TO BUY MATERNITY WEAR IN ABU DHABI?
Mothercare, Matalan, Destination Maternity, H&M, Gingersnaps and Marks and Spencers have an exciting range of maternity wear and nursing shirts.
This concludes our newborn baby shopping in Abu Dhabi checklist. Make sure to invest in a good baby supply bag as well that makes travelling easy. There are several newborn baby shops in Dubai for those looking for baby supplies in the neighbouring emirate.
UAE residents with a new baby on the way would need to apply for newborn documents in the UAE that includes a birth certificate, passport, Thiqa and Emirates ID.
