45 Baby Registry Must Haves

I have curated a list of items that are essential for a baby right from birth till 1 year. I wanted to wait a few months before writing a blog on baby must haves. This isn’t a list I created based on the items that I have heard of or that look nice. We literally own and use every item on this list on an everyday basis! A lot of these registry must-haves can be found on Amazon. Give it a read and see what fits your needs. So here we go –

SLEEP

Da Vinci Kalani Crib : Whenever you plan to transfer your baby to the crib, you need this one. It comes in various colors and has really smooth edges. It is 4-in-1 so it can go from newborn-to-infant-to-toddler-to big kid age!

SwaddleMe Co-sleeper : I love having baby right next to me especially when he is a newborn. This co-sleeper makes sure that your baby is safe and gets a sound sleep.

Moonlight Slumber Crib Mattress : You need a good crib mattress. This one is extra firm on one side for the infant age and plush on the other side during the toddler age. 

Cradle & Swing : I’ve linked the one that was used in my hospital where I gave birth. It has 2 motions – cradle as well as swing to suit your baby’s moods. 

Swaddle Blanket : I personally love the one’s from Aden and Anais. They are soft, breathable and comes in various cute patterns. 

White noise machine/Shusher : I came across this one during Kiaan’s newborn shoot. The photographer was using it to soothe him to sleep and boy did it work? We immediately bought it 😄 It’s a must cuz you can even carry it on-the-go!

Sleep Sack : These are good because you should never put blankets in your baby’s crib/bassinet. They come in fabrics that are suitable for both summers or winters.

Baby Monitor : We use the one from Arlo since it is a video camera and super tiny to slide it in your handbag while on-the-go. Linked here is the audio version of baby monitors. It works just great. 

Organic Cotton Protective Pillow : Apart from the homemade one’s that are filled with mustard seeds we used this pillow. It is designed to keep your baby’s head round. 

Crib Sheets : Highly recommend organic cotton crib fitted sheets for added safety.

EAT

Chicco Polly High Chair : You’ll need a high chair around 4 months of age. Best part about Chicco Polly is that it comes with a cushioned seat pad that is soft as fabric and is very easy to clean. With 3 recline options, 7 different height adjustment and one-hand removable tray, the Polly grows along with your baby.

Aden Anais Burby Bibs : Solves two purposes (burp cloth + bib) in one piece of cloth. Cotton muslin fabric that is soft and absorbent. 

Comotomo baby bottles : I swear by Comotomo baby bottles. These bottles are designed with a naturally shaped nipple to help your baby switch seamlessly from breast to bottle. It has dual anti-colic vents and it’s silicone material is soft, squeeze and has a better grip.

Steam Sterilizer : Philips Avent has a lightweight design and sterilizes bottles in just 2 minutes. 

Bottle Warmer : compact and fast!

Drying Rack and Brush : OXO tot space saving drying rack comes in a very compact design which makes a big impact. It holds all the bottles and accessories without cluttering your counter-top. 

Bottle Soap : Babyganics is a foaming dish and bottle soap that is free from any fragrances or harmful chemicals.

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TRAVEL

Peg Perego Booklet Travel System : It combines a booklet stroller, car seat and it’s base. Comes with luxurious parts that are a perfect combination for all outings with the baby. Super lightweight and has a book-like folding mechanism. Super compact that makes maneuvering very easy! The hood has an extendable UPF 50+ protector visor which helps shield little one from UV rays. 

Graco Pack ‘n’ Play : Great option for travel. It comes with the comfort of a cozy Napper and convenience of a diaper changer. It grows with your child from a newborn to an infant to the toddler age. 

Baby Bjorn Original Baby Carrier : Easy to use and designed to carry your baby heart-to-heart.

Portable Changing Pad : You need a clean, hygienic place to change your baby. This one specifically I found better cuz it’s foldable design holds your baby’s hands while you change their diaper peacefully.

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Bath

Fisher Price 4-in-1 Sling ‘n’ Seat Tub : We have used this from the beginning. It fits most sinks and has a comfortable seat for your baby to enjoy his bath time. You can shop it below.

Premium Hooded Baby Towel : Angel touch fabric, this organic bamboo baby towel absorbs 60% more than any other towel and dries fast.

Burts Bees Washcloths : Definitely need. In the infant days baby spits up a lot and a washcloth always comes in handy. 

Skip Hop mobie tear-free Bath Cup : A soft rubber lip fits snuggly to the forehead preventing water to go in the eyes. Consider adding this in your list.

Baby wash/shampoo/lotion : One of my favorite times of the day is putting lotion on Kiaan. There’s nothing softer than a freshly bathed skin. We love Aveeno and the Honest company a lot. 

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CLOTHES

Onesies : Basic onesies are my love. Babies look super cute in these. Also you may need a few of those cuz blowouts can happen anytime. 

Footies : I highly recommend the kind of footies with zippers as it saves a lot of your time at each diaper change.

Mittens : Babies scratch their face and gosh their nails grow back in 4 days. Mittens at your rescue!

Socks : To keep you little one’s toes nice and cozy!

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TOYS

Activity gym : Great minds start little. You need a play environment for your baby. Babies love to touch things and hearing different sounds.  

Board Books : Books help build language skills and help your baby starts imitating sounds, recognizing pictures and learning words.  

Rattles : Every baby should own a bunch of rattles cuz obviously, they are babies!

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NECESSITIES

Pacifiers : Kiaan never really took pacifiers but they are useful for a little while when there’s a need.

Teethers : Kiaan loves Sophieeee, The teether! It is pricey but you will get your money’s worth. You can shop it below.

Changing pad liners : Things might get out of control when you are changing your baby’s diapers. Consider adding a good changing pad liner in your list.

Diapers and Wipes : We started off with Pampers but also absolutely love the Honest Company one’s that we currently use.

Diaper Pail : Diaper genie comes with an odor lock technology and is quite compact. 

Nose frida/ Nail frida : Nose frida The Snortsucker is a GENIUS product! There is nothing else that could clear your baby’s congestion the way Nose Frida does! Nail frida is the one you need to clip your baby’s nails.

Nursery Organizer : Hiccapop organizer is the most useful till date. It carries all the essentials for baby diaper changes and has a good capacity to hold mini toys, washcloths, diapers, wipe warmer and what not. Add it to your list now!

Nursing Pillow : This is a necessity for moms. If you want to save yourself from the backache during nursing, get yourself this nursing pillow. The firm design helps keep the baby secure and close to you.

Earmuffs : Last but not the least, it is an excellent idea to put baby earmuffs in your registry. These are needed when you are out at a party or watching a movie or wherever there’s loud noise and you need hearing protection for your baby. These are specifically designed for babies and toddlers.

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I hope this list is thorough enough to help you get ready for your new beginnings. Make sure you have all the items you need. If you are going to be a mama, are a new mommy, even if not, make sure you send this post to your friends and family to make their lives easier!