It can be both fun and overwhelming to create a baby registry. It doesn’t need to be overwhelming! It’s not overwhelming. Here’s some wisdom to start: your baby registry is not an order list. It’s also not the only way to buy what you need for your baby. It’s just a wishlist, nothing more or less. Stop worrying and start looking forward to your new life as a parent!
Where can you register your baby?
We recommend that you use our registry. You can find it HERE. It’s easy to use, powered by MyRegistry.com. You can add items from virtually any online store, and you can easily share it. It’s worth noting that almost all online stores offer a baby registry in some form. They all work essentially the same. Some allow you to add only items from their store, while others let you choose items from anywhere. It all depends on your personal preferences. Do you want to limit your gift-givers to a specific brand/boutique/style? Do you want to offer them a wide range of choices? You decide!
When should you start your baby registry?
You can have your baby as soon as you like! You should not be dramatic but you also need to keep in mind the fact that many things can go wrong in early pregnancy. If something goes wrong, the fact that you have already created a registry will only make your bad feelings worse. Some parents will begin their registry in the second trimester. Some parents will wait until the second trimester. It’s really up to you. A good rule of thumb is to get your registry online, active, and available to the public before the third trimester. If you have already planned your baby shower, you can have it ready when you send out the invitations.
What should be on your baby registry list?
This part can make some people feel excited. Others are filled with anxiety. You’re probably in the second group if you are reading this article. It’s fine! You’ll soon be in charge of the life and wellbeing of a living human baby. It’s important to have the right tools! This is a serious matter!
It’s also not.
It’s true that becoming a parent comes with a lot of responsibility. It will also be the most enjoyable experience you have ever had. Take a deep breath, follow the categories and tips, and don’t forget: as long as you can keep your baby alive, fed, clothed and changed, then you are succeeding.
You’ll spend most of your time choosing the Big Essentials, which include: crib, mattress, stroller or car seat, changing table, bouncer or bassinet. These are the places where your little bundle of happiness will spend most of his or her time. You want to make sure they’re as sturdy and safe as possible, and that they look great too. It’s not necessary to lose your style when you become a parent. It’s important to remember that some well-meaning parents or in-laws will choose to buy off-list, something similar but cheaper (or, in the best case scenario, even more expensive) than what is listed. It’s important to let everyone know what your nursery theme is so that you don’t get a grey crib in an otherwise pink and white room.
The Little Essentials: bottles, diaper bag. nose suckers. nail clippers. baby monitor. Diapers, wipes. thermometers. First aid kit. It can be overwhelming to dig through all of the small things that you need on a daily basis for caring for a child. And it can even be more overwhelming when you try to determine which items you don’t really need. Stop if you find yourself wanting to pull out your hair trying to figure out what you need. It’s not necessary to include everything on your registry. You’ll find out that during your baby’s early years you haven’t used many of the items you thought you would need, and you’ve spent a great deal of money on things you didn’t know you needed. It’s how things are.
What you don’t need but want: A beautiful nursery mobile, high-tech lights, a plush toy, keepsakes and journals… These things will make your baby’s early years more enjoyable. They’re the things that will remind you to stop and cherish each moment, and they’ll help to make those extra frustrating moments – like late-night teething tears or straight-from-the-underworld blowouts – feel a little less frustrating. Have fun! Find the things that bring you joy!
Baby Clothes are the most popular gift. The recipient can express their creativity and personality. They will also get their money back when you share a photo of your baby in the clothes that they chose. People LOVE it! This is the area where you should be most concerned. Don’t worry about adding the entire baby’s wardrobe. Just add some of your favorite outfits. Also, keep in mind that if you know anyone who is already a parent, they are probably desperate to get rid of their old baby clothes. Then you don’t have to worry about adding their old baby clothes to your registry.
Toys play a vital role in the early development of your baby. There are also many terrible toys that entertain you for only five minutes before piercing your arch at 2 am. You can set the tone of the toys your baby will receive. Toys that are educational. High-quality toys. Toys which keep children engaged, exploring and learning. Add toys that get your baby off to a great start!
You should also remember that people love to shop for toys. By the time your child reaches two years old, your home will be filled with toys you and your child won’t know what to make of. Your living room is going to be bursting at the seams. Bins will be in the basement. You won’t be able to walk through the room without stepping over a doll or toy car. You didn’t buy most of them. They were not purchased. They just sort of… appeared. Be prepared to receive the inevitable onslaught of toys. The toys will arrive, whether you like them or not.
You can do it!
In many ways, your baby registry is the first thing you do as a parent. Your baby registry is your first opportunity to define what type of parent you will be and what kind life you wish for your child. This does not mean that you need to know your parenting style before the baby is born. By no means. Consider it an opportunity to express yourself. Don’t think too much about it.
