1) Even if the diaper is full, there’s more where that came from. Beware!
2) Remove socks and any other clothing around the diaper area before changing. (you might get lucky once, twice or even three times, but eventually she’s gonna get ‘cha.)
3) Have at least 2 (clean) spare pacifiers on hand at all times. They WILL go ballistic from time to time…
4) Mylicon: if you plan on getting any sleep, you’d better have some on hand…
5) When your newborn is nearly inconsolable, a motorized glider chair with music may be the answer.