Getting ready for a new baby is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming with so many things to buy, prepare, and organise. Lists get scattered, notes end up everywhere, and it’s easy to forget what’s already done.
That’s why I’ve created a simple Baby Arrival Preparation Tracker in Google Sheets that keeps everything in one place — from essentials and hospital prep through to nursery setup, shopping lists, and progress tracking.
It’s designed to be clear, calm, and easy to use. Instead of juggling multiple lists, you get one simple dashboard that shows what’s done, what still needs attention, and how prepared you are overall.
Features
It includes:
Baby Essentials Checklist – Everything you may need for feeding, sleeping, bathing, and care
Nursery & Home Setup Section –Cot, change area, and room preparation organised
Travel & Safety Checklist – Car seat, pram setup, and on-the-go essentials
Hospital Bag Checklist – Mum and baby essentials in one place
Health & Baby Care Items – Thermometer, basic care items, and must-have supplies
Optional Extras Section – Nice-to-have items you can add when ready
Automatic Progress Tracking – Tick items off and watch your readiness grow
Countdown to Baby Arrival – See how many days you have left to prepare
Items Remaining & Completion Tracker – Know exactly what still needs doing
Get Your Free Baby Arrival Preparation Checklist
👉 Download: Free Baby Preparation Checklist
After clicking “Make a copy,” the template will be saved to your Google Drive. You can customise it to suit your own baby’s needs and preparation timeline.
Prefer to work offline? Go to:
File → Download → Microsoft Excel (.xlsx)
Grab the template, make it your own, and feel more organised and ready for baby — simple tools make a big difference in those final weeks.
— ♡ Janet
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