Baby Registry Checklist: What You Actually Need

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Nursery

Crib or bassinetA bassinet by your bed is all you need for the first months.
Firm crib mattressFirm and flat is the rule, save the plush for later years.
2–3 fitted crib sheetsOne on, one in the wash, one for 2 a.m. surprises.
Sleep sacks or swaddles3–4 in the newborn size range.
Baby monitornice to haveAudio-only is genuinely fine; video is nice to have.
Comfy chair for feedingnice to haveAny comfortable chair with arm support works, it doesn't have to be a nursery glider.
Blackout curtainsnice to haveFuture you, at nap time, says thank you.
White noise machinenice to have

Bottles (start with 4–6)Start small, some babies are picky about nipple shapes, so don't stock up on one brand yet.
Bottle brush & drying rack
8–10 burp clothsYou will use all of them. Plain cloth diapers make great cheap ones.
Soft bibs
Nursing pillownice to haveAlso great for supervised tummy-time later.
Breast pump, if you plan to pumpnice to haveIn the U.S., many insurance plans cover one, check before you buy.
Milk storage bags or formula dispensernice to have
High chairnice to haveNot needed until about 6 months, fine to register for now, or wait.

1–2 packs of newborn diapersJust a couple, many babies outgrow newborn size in weeks. Register for size 1 and up too.
Diapers in sizes 1–2The sizes you'll actually live in.
Wipes, a big boxUnscented is a safe starting point.
Diaper cream
Changing pad + 2 covers
Diaper caddynice to haveA portable stash for wherever you actually are, usually the couch.
Diaper pail or a lidded trash cannice to haveAn ordinary lidded can with good bags does the job.

Infant car seatThe one non-negotiable, you can't leave the hospital without it. Buy new or verify history if secondhand.
StrollerCheck that it pairs with your car seat, or choose a travel system.
Baby carrier or wrapHands-free snuggles; many parents call this their most-used item.
Diaper bagAny backpack with pockets works.
Portable play yardnice to haveDoubles as a travel crib.
Back-seat baby mirrornice to have

4–6 newborn outfitsYou need fewer newborn outfits than you think, truly.
8–10 outfits in 0–3 monthsThis is the size range babies live in longest early on.
Zippered sleepersZippers, not snaps. You'll understand at 3 a.m.
Plain bodysuits/onesiesThe workhorse layer under everything.
Socks & soft hats
One seasonal layernice to haveA light jacket or warm bunting depending on baby's arrival season.

Baby bathtub or bath support
2–3 hooded towels & soft washcloths
Gentle baby wash & lotion
Baby thermometerA standard digital thermometer, your pediatrician can show you how they like it used.
Baby nail clippers or fileThose tiny nails grow shockingly fast.
Nasal aspiratorThe bulb kind or the parent-powered kind, both are common registry picks.
Soft baby hairbrushnice to have

Play mat or activity gymWhere tummy time happens.
Board booksHigh-contrast ones are newborn favorites. Reading aloud counts from day one.
A few simple rattles & teethers
A soft lovey or twonice to haveFor supervised snuggles now, crib companion after the first year.