Once you find out you are pregnant, you get excited about preparing for baby and setting up the nursery!! It can be a lot of fun to start shopping, but with so much, it can also get overwhelming. Below is a great list for buying for the nursery & baby as well as planning for your baby registry.
Checklist & Registry Organizer
NURSERY
[ ] Crib
[ ] Co-sleeper or Bassinet
[ ] Crib Mattress
[ ] Changing Table or Dresser w/Changing Topper
[ ] Glider or Rocker
[ ] Bookcase and/or Shelving
[ ] Mobile
[ ] Nightlight(s)
[ ] Blackout Shades
[ ] Hamper
BEDDING
[ ] Crib Bedding Set
[ ] Crib Mattress Protector
[ ] Swaddling and Receiving Blankets
HEALTH AND SAFETY
[ ] Video or Audio Monitor
[ ] White Noise Machine
[ ] Baby First-Aid Kit
[ ] Humidifier
[ ] Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector
[ ] Nasal Bulb Syringe
[ ] Thermometer
FEEDING
[ ] Electric or Manual Pump
[ ] Breast Milk Storage
[ ] Bottles
[ ] Bottle Drying Rack
[ ] Bottle Warmer
[ ] Bottle Sterilizer
[ ] Bottle Cleaner
[ ] Dishwasher Basket
[ ] Nursing Bras
[ ] Nursing Tanks [ ] Nursing Cover
[ ] Nursing Pillow
[ ] Nursing Pillow Cover
[ ] Nursing Pads
[ ] Nursing Cream
[ ] Bibs
[ ] Burp Cloths
TRANSPORTATION
[ ] Stroller
[ ] Infant Car Seat
[ ] Car Window Shade
[ ] Baby Carrier
CLOTH DIAPERING
[ ] Prefolds - 24
[ ] Diaper Covers - 10
[ ] Diaper Sprayer
DIAPERING
[ ] Changing Pad
[ ] Changing Pad Cover
[ ] Diaper Pail
[ ] Diaper Bag
[ ] Travel Changing Pad
[ ] Diaper Cream
BATH TIME
[ ] Infant Bath Tub
[ ] Hooded Towel
[ ] Washcloths
[ ] Shampoo and Body Wash
[ ] Baby Nail Clippers
[ ] Bath Toys
[ ] Bath Toy Holder
[ ] Kneeling Mat
[ ] Brush and Comb
CLOTHING
[ ] Short-sleeved Onesies - 13
[ ] Long-sleeved Onesies - 7
[ ] Newborn Caps - 4
[ ] Pants - 5
[ ] Socks - 10
[ ] Sleep Sack - 3
[ ] Winter Bunting
[ ] Sleepers - 7
GEAR
[ ] Bouncer
[ ] Portable Play Yard
[ ] Play Yard Sheet
[ ] Play Mat (for Tummy Time)
[ ] Toys
[ ] Board Books
IT TAKES A VILLAGE
[ ] Freezer Meals
[ ] Babysitting
This is in no means an exhaustive or all-inclusive list. Many families will find the minimum all they need, and others will find comfort in the many gadgets, clothing options, and various toys and stimulation items. Either way is right if it works for your family and baby. Good luck and enjoy the journey of pregnancy and becoming parents or grandparents. This is a fun and short time.
