Feeling totally overwhelmed by the process of setting up a baby registry? That’s understandable — babies need so much stuff, and it can be tough to know where to begin when compiling your list of essentials for your future bundle of joy.
But setting up a baby registry can also be fun, and will ultimately make your life easier in the long run. Why? A baby registry tells your eager friends and family exactly which gifts will help you out the most. A registry also provides you with a place to keep track of baby gear before your little one arrives.
A baby registry is a list of items that parents-to-be would like to receive as gifts. This ensures that future moms and dads get everything they need to welcome home their new addition.
Simply come in store, choose the items you would like and we will compile and send to all your friends & family.
You should feel free to create your registry as early as you’d like.
If you’re having a baby shower, it’s a good idea to complete your baby registry before invitations are sent out so guests have plenty of time to choose.
You can continue adding items to your registry leading up to the shower.
This fail-safe baby registry checklist will help keep you focused as you get ready! It includes every product you’ll actually use when your little one comes home.
To follow safe sleep practices, stick to just a fitted sheet in baby’s crib without any crib bumpers, pillows, stuffed animals or blankets.
If you are not breastfeeding, best to start with items that have a star next to them:
Register for baby clothes in a variety of sizes; most babies grow out of newborn-size clothing quickly, and others fit in size 0-3 right away. You’ll also want to consider the season and how old baby will be in various types of weather.
Baby tub
Soft hooded towels
Washcloths
Baby-safe body wash and shampoo
Baby-safe body lotion
Simple bath toys
Faucet cover
10 leggings or elastic-waist trousers
10 pairs of footed pyjamas
10 pairs of socks
10 short-sleeve onesies
10 long-sleeve onesies
8 pairs of non-footed pyjamas
5 swaddling blankets
5 burp cloths
10 bibs
3 light sweaters or zip-up hoodies (depending on climate where baby is born/lives)
3 sleep sacks
2 sun hats (for a summer baby)
1-2 bathing suits (for a summer baby)
1 snowsuit with mittens and booties (for a winter baby)
1 soft hat
1 outfit to come home from the hospital in
1 pair of soft-soled shoes (these aren’t essential, but you might want them for photos)
Crib mattress
Waterproof mattress protector
2 or more fitted sheets
Crib
Bassinet
Rocking chair or glider
Changing table
Light dimmer or night light
White noise machine
Baby monitor
Baby books
Baskets or bins for storage
Diaper pail
Diapers
Wipes
Diaper cream
Cotton balls and swabs
Baby-safe nail trimmer
Thermometer
Rubbing alcohol pads
Saline nasal drops
Suction bulb
Swing, seat or bouncer
Activity mat
Soft baby book
Soft stacking blocks
Wooden stacking blocks
Teething toy
Rattles or maracas
Organic cotton stuffed animals
Breast pump
Breast milk freezer bags
Nursing pillow
Nursing bras
Nipple cream
Nursing cover
Baby bottles and nipples
Several bottle brushes
Bottle drying rack
High chair
Infant car seat
Stroller
Baby carrier
Diaper bag
Portable changing pad
Travel crib or play yard