Now that I am a mother of three I can honestly say that I have a good grasp on what moms REALLY need for Baby Registry Must Haves. Let’s be real, there is a lot of SHIT out there and it can be really hard to decipher what in the actual hell you NEED to have. We are saturated in baby shit but we don’t need it all! The products that I feature in today’s post are products that I have PERSONALLY used and LOVE. A lot of these products have also been used my friends of mine who love them just as much as I do. I want to make sure that this post is helpful to you and only recommend what I know will be the best.
Before we dive in, I want to also mention that I do not list any breastfeeding pillows in here. For me, I felt as though they were a waste of money. My lactation consultants have also mentioned that they can hinder a good latch because of how high they can put the baby. For some, I know that they are great, but for me, a waste of money! I always get asked that questions a lot so I figured I would mention it right off the bat!
40 Baby Registry Must Haves
SLEEP
Ergobaby Swaddle & Nested Bean Swaddle
WHY I LOVE IT: I love that both of these swaddles DO NOT ride up on the neck. I think that they are both must haves so I included one of each.
WHY I LOVE IT: I prefer this over the Dock a tot. The Snuggle Me sleeper has center sling technology which allows it to perfectly hug baby once he/she is positioned inside. You can use it up until 6 months only but it’s so much comfier than the dock a tot and I love that it’s made with organic materials.
WHY I LOVE IT: I have to admit that I was skeptical at first, but this bassinet is definitely amazing. Whenever our babies were fussy and overtired (but fed, changed and ready for sleep), we put them in here and they fell asleep within 2 minutes.
WHY I LOVE IT: Let me count the reasons, 12810982908. This thing can go upstairs, downstairs, in the bathroom while you shower, outside while your other kids play, on a trip with you, EVERYWHERE. Just do yourself a favor and get one, k?
WHY I LOVE IT: I have owned this monitor for all three of the little ones and it’s the only one I will ever use – I love it! You can add additional cameras as well.
WHY I LOVE IT: I have used owlet in the past but I honestly find way more peace of mind with this breathable mattress and I think it’s worth every penny. I no longer stare at the monitor all night if my little ones are on their bellies sleeping because I know that they can breathe through the mattress!
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WEAR
WHY I LOVE IT: I will have an in depth post on baby wearing and the carriers that I prefer for each stage. My favorite baby wrap for 0-6 months is the Happy Baby Wrap (many companies/brands make a version of this but this is the one I am currently using now). This wrap has a very “bouncy” material that keeps it’s shape! I also love the carrier version because you can breastfeed while baby is in there!
WHY I LOVE IT: I love ring slings for ages 6 months and up when baby is very aware of their surroundings and can keep their head up for extended periods of time! So much easier to baby wear on my hip instead of out front π
Basic onesies – short & long sleeved
WHY I LOVE them: I use these for everything, underneath pajamas, clothes, etc!
WHY I LOVE THEM: These are by far the EASIEST to get on and off for diaper changes. Scoop a million of them up (but seriously….) π
WHY I LOVE THEM: These are the only booties that stay on my little one’s feet! I love them!
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NURSERY
WHY I LOVE IT: I prefer to have the 4-in-1 crib that converts to a bed when they are ready!
WHY I LOVE IT: This glider/ recliner is the best glider I have ever tried out. It easily kicks out while you’re nursing and can be kicked right back down. It’s very comfortable and I love the high back! It keeps selling out so I would jump on this one!
WHY I LOVE IT: This sound machine is amazing. I bought 3 of these cheaper ones for $20 when I finally decided to upgrade to this one because the cheap one just kept breaking!
Hatch Nursery Changing Pad & Scale
I LOVE this changing pad & scale! There is an app that you can use to track your baby’s weight and progress as well!
A must have for the colder months!
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EAT
Little Unicorn Bibs & Burp Cloths
This is my favorite brand for bibs and burp clothes. We have 4 of these burp cloths and just rotate through them!
Replay Recycled cups, plates, utensils
Hands down the best I have found for the kiddos!
My girls both took Como Tomo bottles (both breastfed) but our son didn’t want anything to do with it! He only takes the Minbie or the Smilo!
I have gone through quite a few high chairs and this one is hands down the best and only $20!
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I will be creating a separate “registry” post for breastfeeding, including best pumps & accessories that I have needed along the way!
PLAY
My favorite toy for the little ones and a great gift to include at a baby shower!
Black and White Stand up Cards & Mirror
These are great for tummy time play!
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BATH
I absolutely LOVE these! So soft and comfy!
Love the scent of these products and they are all natural!
We have had this tub for years and I just clean it thoroughly now and then! It’s the best because it is perfect from birth all the up through toddler years too!
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TRAVEL
Car Seat Cover ( girls // boys )
This muslin car seat cover is breathable and has magnetic closures in front – LOOOOOVE it!
This is what we use in the colder months because you can’t use heavy sweaters or coats in the car seat! We have used one of these for years for the kids!
Baby Jogger Stroller with Bassinet Attachment
We have the City Select Lux that has the ability to have two seats and a seat and bassinet – there are a ton of different ways to have the seats and I love that you can even add a glider board! We have the Chicco car seat attachment so I can use it with the car seat too!
Folds up SUPER small and is great for travel once the kids are older! Not necessarily something you need right away but definitely something that’s good to have when they are toddler age!
Clek Foonf Convertible Car Seat
Hands down my favorite car seat ad WORTH EVERY PENNY. I get that it’s pricey but it’s worth it in my opinion because I know my kids are safe.
Love the style of this backpack – so sleek!
I bring this on every car ride and it calms our 3rd baby down within a minute or two. No idea what I would do without it!
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Are there any accessories for the Rock and Play? I think Iβve seen some on yours but I canβt find any on Amazon
Thank you so much for this post! Very helpful for this soon-to-be mama. This is done really well – I appreciate the work you put in, I imagine it wasn’t easy!
Love this post, thanks! I was thinking about getting a Moses basket and stand like the restoration hardware one I saw you use with Miles. Would you reccommend?
I definitely agree with the Little Unicorn products! The more you wash, the softer they get!
I’m fine-tuning my registry and just wanted to check about the mattress you mentioned. The anti-SIDS breathe-ability certainly appeals to me (#fellowPA) but then I saw that they make several mattresses…do you like the lightweight one or the full-sized (more expensive!)? The lightweight (the one linked) has fewer reviews and fewer stars than the other, and people said it seemed too light? What’s your take on that?? Thanks so much!!
I used this post to help build a registry and i am beyond ecstatic that i did. My husband is 6β4β and although i will be the one spending more time in the glider (for nursing etc), i love that he fits in it comfortably as well. Love the high back And the seat seems to be deeper, while not overly large. I think it looks better in person. Figuring out a glider was surprisingly Tough- so Pumped it worked out.