Your Complete New Parent Command Center
Track your progress through every essential task with our interactive checklist. Save your progress, add notes, and never miss an important deadline.
What's Included in Your Checklist
Everything organized by priority and timeline, so you know exactly what to focus on when.
Immediate Priorities (First 30 Days)
Time-sensitive tasks that need to be completed as soon as possible after birth.
Financial Planning & Protection
Essential financial steps to protect your growing family's future.
Legal & Administrative
Important legal documents and administrative tasks for your new family member.
Healthcare & Safety
Medical care setup and safety preparations for your new baby.
Practical Preparations
Day-to-day practical tasks and preparations for life with baby.
High Priority Tasks
These are the most time-sensitive and important tasks that need your immediate attention.
Complete hospital discharge paperwork
Before leaving hospitalEnsure all medical records and discharge instructions are collected before leaving the hospital.
Request official birth certificate copies
Within first weekOrder multiple certified copies of the birth certificate - you'll need them for various applications.
Apply for Social Security Number
Within first 2 weeksApply for your baby's Social Security Number as soon as possible - needed for tax purposes and benefits.
Schedule first pediatrician appointment
3-5 days after birthBook your baby's first well-child visit within 3-5 days after hospital discharge.
Add baby to health insurance
Within 30 daysContact your insurance provider within 30 days to add your new baby to your policy.
Install and inspect car seat
Before hospital dischargeHave your car seat professionally inspected or check installation yourself before leaving hospital.
Review and boost emergency fund
Within 3 monthsAim for 6-12 months of expenses now that you have a family to support.
Evaluate life insurance needs
Within 2 monthsConsider term life insurance to protect your family's financial future. Experts recommend 10-12x annual income.
And 13 more high priority tasks in the complete checklist.
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Progress Tracking
Check off completed tasks and see your overall progress with visual indicators and completion percentages.
Personal Notes
Add your own notes to each task to track important details, deadlines, and personal reminders.
Smart Search
Quickly find specific tasks or topics with our built-in search functionality.
Printable Version
Print a clean, organized version of the checklist for offline use or sharing with your partner.
Auto-Save Progress
Your progress is automatically saved in your browser, so you can pick up where you left off anytime.
Helpful Resources
Direct links to official forms, websites, and resources you need to complete each task efficiently.
Interactive Checklist
Start checking off tasks, add your notes, and track your progress. Your progress is automatically saved so you can return anytime.
Immediate Priorities (First 30 Days)
Time-sensitive tasks that need to be completed as soon as possible after birth.
Complete hospital discharge paperwork
Ensure all medical records and discharge instructions are collected before leaving the hospital.
Resources:
Request official birth certificate copies
Order multiple certified copies of the birth certificate - you'll need them for various applications.
Resources:
Apply for Social Security Number
Apply for your baby's Social Security Number as soon as possible - needed for tax purposes and benefits.
Resources:
Schedule first pediatrician appointment
Book your baby's first well-child visit within 3-5 days after hospital discharge.
Add baby to health insurance
Contact your insurance provider within 30 days to add your new baby to your policy.
Install and inspect car seat
Have your car seat professionally inspected or check installation yourself before leaving hospital.
Resources:
Notify family and friends
Share your exciting news with family and close friends.
Notify employer about birth
Inform your employer about the birth and discuss leave arrangements.
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