If you're talking about the bare essentials for Day 01, this is what I prepared for my baby:
- A co-sleeper / Moses basket for easy access to the baby
- Muslin swaddles (Aden & Anais is a good brand) or swaddles (SwaddleMe, ergococoon, grobag)
- Cotton buds to clean the umbilical cord
- Washcloths, towels
- Set of newborn clothes with mittens, booties & hat
- A baby bottle / syringe / cup for feeding in case your friend is unable to latch her baby.
- Cloth nappies or disposable diapers
- A small basin (newborn infants do not need baths. Wipe downs will do.)
Other items can be purchased along the way.