Baby is on the way and its time to create a baby registry! Are you wondering what the must have baby registry items are for new moms? What should you put on a baby registry? And what should you not put on your baby registry?
Making a baby registry should be a fun process.
This post will show you how to make it easy and enjoyable!
There are two ways to go about it - taking up an afternoon wandering the aisles of Target, or Walmart searching through items you may or may not want (or need).
OR you can set up a super easy one online in a matter of minutes
Plus have the option to add items from your favorite online stores anytime.
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And, Ill share with you some MUST HAVE baby products that you definitely want to include on your baby registry.
These are all my favorite products that I have used over and over again, and recommend after having 5 babies and trying tons of products.
So lets get started!
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The Best Baby Registry
While it can be quite fun using the scan gun at the big box stores, it takes quite a bit of time. Plus the store may not carry all the items you want and you will have to create multiple lists…and it can get complicated.
You want to make it as easy as possible for yourself to:
- create the registry
- add items to your list when you think of them
- share it with your family and friends
. More than likely you already have an Amazon account, so in a matter of minutes you can be set up and good to go.The beauty of the Amazon Baby Registry is that is super convenient for you and your gift givers - which makes it more likely that youll get all those nice items you register for.
Convenience of Amazon Baby Registry
- Free shipping with Amazon Prime for your gift givers
- Free returns for you for up to 90 days (on most items)
- Add items anytime 24-7 from your desktop, tablet or phone
- Add items from any site - this is seriously the best feature! Find an item from any other site and save it to your Amazon registry easily. Ill show you how below.
- Easy to share your registry through social media and email.
- Get special deals and discounts for signing up, including a Welcome Box free!
- Get 15% completion discount just for adding items on the done-for-you checklist. This is for items not purchased on your registry starting 60 days before your due date and can apply to 2 orders up to $2000.
Already have a baby registry set up? Click below to skip to the baby product recommendations!
How to Set Up a Baby Registry (Step by Step in just a few Minutes)
Setting up a baby registry can be done is a matter of minutes! This tutorial will show you how to get started and add your first products from other sites!
Step 1 - Get an Account
Start by clicking this link to go to the baby registry setup page.
Step 2 - Enter your information
Enter your info to set up your registry. Decide who can see your registry, create a greeting for your viewers, set babys gender, and your email preferences.
Step 3 - Add your first item!
Once that is complete, you are ready to add your first items on Amazon! Across the top you will see links to Amazons baby registry checklist, plus details on how to get your Welcome Box, Completion Discount and share your registry.
When viewing any item you want just select Add to Baby Registry.
How to add items from other sites to your Amazon Baby Registry!
You can add ANY product from ANY Store to your Amazon Baby Registry! The next few steps will show you how use the universal baby registry feature on Amazon.
Step 4 - Download Amazon Assistant
This is a MUST so that you can add items from any site!
Install the Amazon Assistant
Step 5 - Find Baby Products on Your Favorite Sites
Visit other sites (Like Target pictured below) and add products by clicking on the Amazon Assistant browser button located in the upper right hand corner. Select Add to List under the search bar, scroll to item if necessary and then select Add to Baby Registry.
Step 6 - Check that items are added to Amazon Baby Registry
Return to Amazon and check that the universal items have been added. They should appear at the bottom on your registry list.
And thats it! You are all set up!
Amazon makes it really easy to add items to your list. Make sure to download the app for adding items on the go.
Now you can share your registry with family and friends by email, on Facebook, or on Twitter.
How can I get a free baby box?
Are you wondering how to receive free baby products? All Moms that set up a Amazon baby registry are eligible for this benefit!
Amazon provides a done-for-you checklist of categories and items to include in your registry.
If you complete the checklist you receive a Welcome Baby box with over $35 worth of baby products.
So make sure to add items from each category to complete the list and get your Welcome Box!
Click here to see exactly what is inside the Amazon Welcome Baby Box.
Think about this before adding items to your registry
Once you have your baby registry all setup, you are going to want to add the best products to make sure that you get quality items that are actually useful.
Here are a few things to think about when picking items for your baby registry:
- Pick products within a wide price range in order to give your family and friends lots of options for helping you prepare for bringing your new baby home.
- Ask yourself - Do I really need this? Will this item help make my life easier or will it just be clutter?
- Think outside the box - there are a wide range of items you can use for baby that are not in the Baby category. Add those as well. Check out my recommendations for what to stock up on to help your body heal naturally postpartum here.
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11 products you really want to include on your baby registry
These are the baby products that I used over and over again as a Mom of 4. These are MUST HAVE items to put on your baby registry. You will find a few unique ideas on this list that you will not find anywhere else.
#1 - Swaddle blankets -
You can never have too many of these! Use to swaddle baby, but also as a nursing cover, car seat cover, burp cloth or even a diaper changing pad (in a pinch).
These Ziggy Baby Muslin Baby Swaddle Blankets are adorable and are 100% cotton muslin. They have the lovely light airy feeling, but are super warm. And they are bigger (48 x 48 in) than most you will find.
If you are really curious about swaddling and how it works, check out this guide to the best newborn swaddles.
#2- Baby Carrier -
This is a must have baby product! Seriously, I recommend getting 2 and heres why - in the first few months when baby is still really fresh, the carrier mimics the dark, comfort of the womb.
PRO MOM TIP ->>> Use a cloth, wrap style carrier in the beginning and switch to the backpack style once baby is moving around.
I used the Moby wrap during the first 3 months and then switch to a reversible Ergo backpack carrier that can be used through toddlerhood.
Avoid front facing baby carries as they can put undue pressure on babys spine.
#3- Portable Bassinet -
Rocking sleepers are a lifesaver and one of my most recommended items for new moms. What is awesome about this Fisher-Price Rock n Play Portable Bassinet is that its easy to move around, fits in small spaces and gently rocks back and forth. And the price is very reasonable too.
This bassinet is really nice to keep next to the bed in the first few weeks postpartum so that you dont have to get up for night time feedings.
The great thing is this bassinet is mesh on the sides so you can see through when lying next to it and provides extra air flow for your newborn. Another benefit is the pad is washable.
If you plan to have multiple kids, this is one piece of baby gear that lasts and you will use over and over again!
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#4- High Chair
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Or should maybe, a high chair alternative. I really like booster seats for feeding baby for a few reasons. They take up less space and are portable.
Babies can sit at the table with the family from the time they are sitting up (about 5 months) which is key, in my opinion, to starting good, healthy eating habits. Also it will serve you longer, lasting well into the toddler years.
#5- Snacks -
While a little nontraditional, good healthy snacks and grocery items are a total treat for expecting parents. Include your favorites that you rarely buy yourself! May I suggest Larabars and Kind Bars, and dark chocolate.
These will be lovely to have on hand before breastfeeding baby and for late night snacks. Click here for more breastfeeding snack ideas.
This breastfeeding snack recipes book has good make ahead options.
Need ideas for how to stock your fridge and pantry before baby arrives?
Check out this guide on making freezer meals for postpartum and breastfeeding. Seriously this is a LIFESAVER!
#6- Nightlight -
Getting up for late night feedings and diaper changes can be stressful. Turning on bright lights to find diapers and wipes can wake up your newborn and make it harder to get back to sleep. I found having a gentle, low nightlight like these Natural Himalayan salt rock wall plug night lights to be just the right amount of light to see, but not too much to wake everyone up.
Plus salt lamps help to purify the air and help create a soothing environment in your nursery or room.
And definitely check out these baby room ideas on a budget for more helpful tips on crafting the perfect nursery.
#7- Lambskin Blanket -
These are amazingly soft! Studies have shown that the soothing qualities of natural lambskin help babies be more content and sleep better.
Use your Lambskin blanket in the crib or bassinet, stroller and for tummy time. Its kinda like a play mat, but better! If you plan to go diaper free at any point, this is a must have product as it is also super absorbent and wicks away moisture. Pure baby luxury with benefits!
#8- Jogging Stroller -
Totally a luxury item, but so nice if you can afford it (or be gifted one!) Think of it as a tool for loosing the postpartum baby weight.
Plus if you have two or more kids under the age of 5, a double jogger like this one, helps keep you sane on big outings. Compared to other double strollers it has great reviews and is very budget friendly.
#9- Diapers -
Whether you plan to use cloth diapers or disposable diapers, its a good idea to register for both of types!
Include a few sizes up too, because babies grow faster than you think. Think (at least) 1 large pack of each newborn, and size 1 and 2-3 boxes of size 2 and up.
By having both cloth diapers and disposable diapers
This guide to cloth diapers has some great tips for getting started with cloth diapering.
#10- Baby Scale -
Having a baby scale gives you a way to track your babys growth on your own. This can really give you peace of mind in the first weeks and months to ensure that your newborn is putting on weight.
The Health-o-meter Grow with Me 2-in-1 Baby to Toddler Scale has a tray that makes weighing a newborn easy. It also has a feature where you can subtract the weight of the blanket or clothes for more accurate weight checks.
The tray is removable and can be used for toddlers up to 60 lbs.
#11- Car Seat
A car seat is one of those must have items for having a baby. 
Not only will this save you having to buy a new car seat within a year, but it will also save your back from lugging around a car seat carrier!
This car seat is a great option and will fit you baby from 5lbs to 65 lbs.
If you are worried about waking a sleeping baby in a car seat, dont be! It is actually way easier to carry a newborn in a baby carrier like the one recommended under #2 than a heavy car seat carrier.
Being hands free in the store and having your baby close to your body keeps them way more comfortable in public and makes for less anxiety every time you turn you back.
Did you know a lot of baby products have toxins in them? You can learn more about green baby products here!
#12 - Bouncer Chair -
This is another of my favorite baby items. It gives you a safe place to put you baby so you can get some things done. And it takes up much less space than a pack and play.
Babies love to kick their legs and make these chairs bounce. It is so cute to watch.
I like this one that has removable toys and cover for easy washing.
#13 - Haakaa Manual Breast Pump
For breastfeeding Moms this is a great item to add to you baby registry. It collects your milk on the other side while you feed baby.
This is a great way to pump and have extra breast milk without actually having to pump.
Other useful items to add to your baby registry
- super absorbent burp cloths
- back pack style diaper bag
- Mustela No Rinse Cleansing Water - This stuff is amazing for cleaning up baby quickly after spitting up or a messy diaper. Great for clearing up baby acne as well!
- baby temperature thermometer - this one is easy to use. Scans the forehead or inside the ear.
- plain onesies for printing - great to make your own custom onesie designs!
If you plan on taking trips and traveling a lot with your baby, you are going to need these baby travel essentials!
What Should You Not Put on Your Baby Registry
Here is just a short list of items that you may not really need for having a baby. While nice to have, not truly necessary.
- stuffed animals
- pacifiers
- diaper pail
- wipe warmer
- diaper changing pad
- video monitor
- baby sound machine
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- 15 Things to do before your baby arrives (A Healthy Mamas Guide)
- Essentials for Natural Postpartum Recovery
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