Having had a baby 6 months ago, I have tried hundreds of baby products and want to share what worked best for us and why. I also know how difficult it was to build a registry. I've compiled this list to make it easier on you and make sure you aren't ...
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Sleep
On the Go
Feeding & Pumping
Entertainment
Bath
Diaper
Sleep
You need a no wifi monitor! Can't be hacked and still works if wifi goes out or has spotty connection
Momcozy 1080P Video Baby Monitor, 5" HD
I loved this for white noise and as a not so bright light for night wakings
Hatch Rest 2nd Gen Baby Sound Machine
Loved this for the newborn stage. The side comes down for easy access for night feeds
Baby Delight Beside Me Dreamer Bassinet
Great crib that transitions into toddler bed
Delta Children Essex 4-in-1 Baby Crib
Helped ease my anxiety about moving my son into his own room. Monitors breathing and sleep quality
Nanit Pro Smart Baby Monitor & Wall Mount
This helped so much with my postpartum anxiety. It monitors his oxygen and heart rate. We still use it every night.
Owlet Dream Sock® - Smart Baby Monitor
Having a breathable mattress also helped with my anxiety
Newton Baby Crib Mattress - 100% Breathable
Loved the bassinet and changing pad attachments. Used this in the living room during the newborn stage and take the pack n play with us when we travel
Graco Pack 'n Play Close2Baby Playard
Only swaddle my baby liked! He loved having his arms by his head
Love to Dream Swaddle UP, Baby Sleep Sack
My baby fell asleep to this immediately during the newborn stage. Save your lungs!
Baby Shusher | Portable Sound Machine
Great for transitioning from swaddle to sleep sack. Roll over safe!
Zipadee-Zip Swaddle Sack, 3-6 Month - Basil
Blacking out his room helped my son nap and sleep in longer
100% Blackout Curtains, Portable Window Blinds
1.5 tog sleep sacks are great for the colder months
Yoofoss Baby Sleep Sack 0-6M, 2 Pack, TOG 1.5
He slept in these once he could roll
Yoofoss Baby Sleep Sack 0-6M 3 Pack, Cotton
you need 2 mattress protectors in case of accidents or spit up
Yoofoss Waterproof Crib Mattress Protector 2PK
You need multiple sets of sheets just in case
Newton Baby Organic Fitted Crib Sheets 2-Pack
On the Go
This gave me so much peace of mind driving alone with my son. Great camera quality and easy install
DoHonest HD 1080P Baby Car Camera V33
We loved this travel system! Carseat that attaches to the stroller along with a traditional stroller seat that converts to a bassinet
Evenflo Pivot Modular Travel System - Desert Tan
We tried soooo many carriers and this was the only one my baby actually liked. Bonus points for it being comfortable for me too!
Ergobaby Embrace Cozy Newborn Carrier, Cream
Super convenient for when you don't want to strap them into an actual carrier and takes the load off your back
Tushbaby Hip Seat Baby Carrier - Grey
Great for wiping things down on the go
Munchkin Arm & Hammer Pacifier Wipes, 72 Ct
I keep this in my car for emergencies
Keep Going Kids Travel First Aid Kit - 130 Pc
A rotating carseat makes buckling them in so much easier
Evenflo Revolve360 All-in-One Car Seat
I keep this in my car with emergency diapers and supplies
PeraBella Baby Diaper Caddy Organizer
Perfect for on the go diaper changes
Kopi Baby Portable Diaper Changing Pad
Feeding & Pumping
Convenient wearable pumps
Momcozy S12 Pro Hands-Free Breast Pump 2 Pack
Great suction and can be charged so you aren't stuck to a plug
Spectra S1 Plus Electric Breast Pump Kit
Only formula my son liked and we love the ingredients
ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula 24oz
This stuff is incredible! Literally gets out any stain. For best results use immediately but it's worked well on set in stains too
Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Spray - 4oz
I was very nervous about starting baby lead weaning but this gives me peace of mind
LifeVac Yellow Travel Kit - Suction Device
Made mixing formula so much easier and able to do it all at once for the day
Dr. Brown's 32oz Baby Formula Pitcher, BPA Free
We are team glass bottle all the way! These natural response nipples also allowed us to combo feed formula and he would still breastfeed
Philips AVENT Glass Baby Bottle 8oz 4pk
One of the only seats recommended by physical therapists for health hips. We have used this to help him learn to sit up and has his first high chair.
Upseat Baby Floor Seat Booster with Tray
I used the pitcher method when pumping and liked storing breastmilk in glass
32oz Glass Pitcher with Lid & V-spout
Convenient for on the go pumping
Dapple Baby Breast Pump Wipes, 25 Count (3 Pack)
Your nipples will thank you
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter 2oz
Great for feeding and tummy time
Boppy Nursing Pillow, Green Foliage, Ergonomic
Catches letdown on opposite side of nursing/pumping
haakaa Manual Breast Pump, Silicone 4oz
Sterilizes and dries
Papablic Baby Bottle Steam Sterilizer & Dryer
Better than storing breastmilk in plastic
Momcozy Silicone Breastmilk Storage Bags, 5pcs
Trust me
Moogco Silver Nursing Cups - Nipple Shields
Great for spit up and drool
Comfy Cubs 10-Pack Muslin Burp Cloths Set
Love this high chair
Abiie Beyond Junior Wooden High Chair
Caught spit up and drool
Konssy 8 Pack Muslin Baby Bandana Bibs
Helped with the mess of starting solids
PandaEar Set of 3 Waterproof Baby Bibs
Liked having a separate area to wash bottles
MontNorth 9L Collapsible Dishpan Sink Tub
The first cup he learned how to drink from
Olababy Silicone Training Cup with Straw Lid
Silicone can hold on to bad tastes so we liked using porcelain plates
Elk and Friends Kids Porcelain Plates 6.7"
Entertainment
Grows with your little one! My son loved to kick the piano when he was a newborn and now he sits up to play it
Fisher-Price Glow & Grow Kick & Play Gym
My son loved bouncing in this and it was a safe place I could set him down to go to the bathroom
Baby Delight Alpine Deluxe Portable Bouncer
Great sensory play gym perfect for tummy time!
LOVEVERY Play Gym | Award Winning Baby Mat
My baby played with these from newborn stage through today. Great Montessori toys
Montessori 7-in-1 Educational Baby Toys
May baby loved the pool because of this! I'm excited to continue to use it with him as he grows
Mambobaby Non Inflatable Baby Float with Canopy
This is one of our favorites for tummy time and learning to sit up
Infantino 2-in-1 Tummy Time & Support
One of the first toys my son was able to hold and a favorite still to this day. Great for learning to grasp and teething
Manhattan Toy Winkel Rattle & Teether Toy
My baby is mesmerized by this! It was the only thing that would allow him to do tummy time without crying as a newborn.
Baby Einstein Sea Dreams Soother Crib Toy
A must have if you have dogs. We love having a safe place for our son that is still big enough for him to move around freely.
79" X 63" Baby Playpen with 50 Ocean Balls
Helped my son start reaching for things while sitting up
Baby Einstein Sticky Spinner High Chair Toy
Great for grabbing and teething
TOHIBEE Montessori Sensory Toys for Babies
Helped my son grab with both hands. We also used it for tracking
Bright Starts Oball Shaker Rattle Toy
We added these to his play gym to encourage grabbing
Nuby Linkables Car Seat Toy - 18 Count
Another toy that helped my son start reaching for things while sitting up
Sassy Wonder Wheel High Chair Toy, 6+ Months
Some sort of padding is essential if you have hard floors
MioTetto 36-Tile Non-Toxic Baby Play Mat
Used this for extra padding since we have hard floors. Super easy to clean
