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My Crunchy-ish Baby Registry Essentials
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items Sharing the practical baby items that really worked for my family! Everything from breastfeeding, diapering, to everyday essentials.
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My Top 10 Overall
Breastfeeding
Teething
Babywearing
Bathtime 🛁
Mealtime🍴
My Top 10 Overall
Not a fan of a traditional nursing pillow due to the materials? Or maybe you just don’t find it comfortable? I’ve been there… my mom gifted me this GOTS certified buckwheat hull breastfeeding pillow with my first baby and I can easily say this has be...
The Nesting Pillow - GOTS Certified Organic Cotton Nursing and Pregnancy Pillow
I’ve tried a fair few different burp cloths, and TBH, they all go through the dryer… 😅 these are my FAVORITES! The quality can’t be beat, and they don’t shrink much in the dryer either!
Parker Baby Co. Muslin Burp Cloths Cotton
These have come in so handy with my toddler over the last several months. They REALLY work!!
Boiron Camilia Teething Drops Pain Relief
Literally the BEST baby carrier on the planet! The best for quickly getting baby up, nursing easily, naps, etc. The lark is best for those every day baby wearing sessions for babies in 3-6 size clothing and up! I have 3 and use them every single day...
Best Baby & Toddler Carrier | Lark Baby Carrier
The earth mama postpartum recovery kit was such an important staple for me in the early days of postpartum!! Also the tea is SO yummy! 😋 you NEED this!!
Postpartum Recovery Collection New Mom Gift
We highly recommend the diaper genie complete model! We got ours from a friend and it’s been amazing!
Diaper Genie Complete
We loved the Love Every Play Gym because it’s made from FSC‑certified wood, organic cotton, and PVC‑free silicone, so I felt good knowing my baby was playing safely on soft, natural, non-toxic materials!!
The Play Gym | Baby Activity & Tummy Time Mat
I love the Baby Delight Alpine Organic Bouncer because its GOTS‑certified organic cotton seat and breathable mesh keep my baby comfy and safe, while I feel good knowing the parts touching their skin are natural and non-toxic. It’s also so affordable ...
Alpine Organic Deluxe Portable Bouncer - Organic Oat
These night lights have been so helpful especially while nursing at night; the red light helps to be able to see well while not waking up too much in the middle of the night.
Tough Lamp Night Light with Red Light
We love our Zoe stroller! The price point just can’t be beat for the materials and the quality, we have the Tour model, but they have many great options that are good for all different size families!
Strollers - Zoe
Breastfeeding
Not a fan of a traditional nursing pillow due to the materials? Or maybe you just don’t find it comfortable? I’ve been there… my mom gifted me this GOTS certified buckwheat hull breastfeeding pillow with my first baby and I can easily say this has be...
The Nesting Pillow - GOTS Certified Organic Cotton Nursing and Pregnancy Pillow
I’ve tried a fair few different burp cloths, and TBH, they all go through the dryer… 😅 these are my FAVORITES! The quality can’t be beat, and they don’t shrink much in the dryer either!
Parker Baby Co. Muslin Burp Cloths Cotton
My personal favorite pump! At home, and away!
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump, Swiss Design
Super useful for soreness, especially in the early days of nursing! Put on after every feed to prevent soreness and cracking.
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter™ Cream
Not v crunchy of me but these have been a life saver for me when I’ve had mastitis!
Lansinoh Breast Therapy Packs with 2 Covers
Teething
These have come in so handy with my toddler over the last several months. They REALLY work!!
Boiron Camilia Teething Drops Pain Relief
Another staple item for teething babies and toddlers! Tastes pretty good too, my daughter loves to take it when mama takes her tinctures too. 😄
Teeth Tamer - For teething babies and toothaches
I got this almost a year ago for my baby, and she has loved it, definitely her most used teether, great to just have one of two to throw in the freezer or the diaper bag.
Haakaa Palm Soft Silicone Baby Teether
Babywearing
Literally the BEST baby carrier on the planet! The best for quickly getting baby up, nursing easily, naps, etc. The lark is best for those every day baby wearing sessions for babies in 3-6 size clothing and up! I have 3 and use them every single day...
Best Baby & Toddler Carrier | Lark Baby Carrier
The meh dai is an amazing carrier for comfort! It’s so cozy! Check out my Hope and Plum list for more info on which carrier is best for you! 😊
Meh Dai Baby Carrier | Mei Tai for Newborns
I’m a big fan of the tush baby especially as a mama with a bad back and a heavy toddler. 😅
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years
Bathtime 🛁
These organic bath towels are so soft, by far my favorite that we’ve tried!
Organic Baby Hooded Towels | Ultra-Soft & Absorbent
I love the unscented version of this soap for my daughter who has sensitive skin, it’s perfect for bathtime or washing hands!
Organic Liquid Foaming Castile Soaps
The best bath filter I’ve found!
Crystal Quest Bath Ball Water Filter - 3-Stage
Sometimes parents perception of temperature can be off, this is such a handy tool for getting that bath temp justttt right!
Baby Bath Tub Water Thermometer - Digital
Mealtime🍴
This high chair is so great for growing with your child! It can change into a regular chair as they grow!
Keekaroo Height Right High Chair with Tray
Super great for a quick snack on the go! My toddler learned how to use it around 11 months.
Munchkin Snack+ Stainless Steel Snack Cup 9oz
Honestly I have a hard time getting the suction off the table, so it’s great for my toddler! 😅😂
Avanchy Stainless Steel Plates and Bowls
Silicone bibs are significantly better than fabric, so easy to clean!🧼
Mushie Baby Silicone Bibs
Feeling Sick 🤒
I wish I got this sooner! It’s so easy, my baby isn’t a fan, but who wants their boogers sucked out when they are sick. 😅
Frida Baby Electric NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
Literally the BEST for whatever ails you! Headache? Tummy ache? Starting to feel sick? Feel better fast really helps! (6m +)
Feel Better Fast - For fever, upset stomach, discomfort, and immune support
Whenever my baby starts coming down with a cold, she takes this and it helps so much!
Boiron ColdCalm Baby Single-Use Drops
Sleeping 😴
This travel crib is such good quality and green guard gold certified!! We honestly didn’t use it much with my daughter due to us co sleeping, but if this is something you would use for your family I highly recommend!
Lotus Everywhere Travel Crib
These night lights have been so helpful especially while nursing at night; the red light helps to be able to see well while not waking up too much in the middle of the night.
Tough Lamp Night Light with Red Light
I can’t say enough about having a good infant lounger in those early days!
Infant Loungers - Snuggle Me Organic
Car Seats
We LOVED this infant car seat! ClearTex™ products use fabrics (plus foam and labels!) that comply with federal car safety flammability standards (FMVSS 302) without any added chemical treatments!
KeyFit 35 ClearTex Infant Car Seat
We LOVE the OneFit LX, and so does our daughter! ClearTex™ products use fabrics (plus foam and labels!) that comply with
federal car safety flammability standards (FMVSS 302) without any added
chemical treatments!
OneFit LX ClearTex All-in-One Car Seat
Postpartum Recovery
The earth mama postpartum recovery kit was such an important staple for me in the early days of postpartum!! Also the tea is SO yummy! 😋 you NEED this!!
Postpartum Recovery Collection New Mom Gift
Seriously you NEED one of these for every bathroom in your house. It was 1000x better than the crappy bottle that the hospital gives you. 😅
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle - Postpartum
Tbh need I say more? A postpartum necessity!
Disposable Period Underwear & Period Diapers | Rael
My favorite brand of period underwear that is also super great for postpartum if that is your cup of tea!
The Super Absorbent. Super Comfortable. Super Safe. ...
Diapering
The BEST wipes! Made with 99.9 % reverse-osmosis water and a plant-based, hypoallergenic formula free of chlorine, alcohol, fragrance, dyes or phthalates, these ultra-soft wipes nourish and protect sensitive skin with every change!
Clear+Pure® Natural Baby Wipes
Parasol’s totally-chlorine-free, hypoallergenic diapers feature their RashShield protection, ultra-soft breathable fabrics and high-performance absorbent core to keep babies comfortable, dry and rash-free with a secure, leak-resistant fit! They are q...
Parasol Co Natural Disposable Diapers - TCF, Oeko Tex, & More!
I love using Earth Mama Diaper Balm because it’s made with gentle, plant-based ingredients that soothe and protect my baby’s sensitive skin without any harsh chemicals!
Earth Mama Organic EWG Verified Diaper Balm
We highly recommend the diaper genie complete model! We got ours from a friend and it’s been amazing!
Diaper Genie Complete
Playtime
We loved the Love Every Play Gym because it’s made from FSC‑certified wood, organic cotton, and PVC‑free silicone, so I felt good knowing my baby was playing safely on soft, natural, non-toxic materials!!
The Play Gym | Baby Activity & Tummy Time Mat
I love the Baby Delight Alpine Organic Bouncer because its GOTS‑certified organic cotton seat and breathable mesh keep my baby comfy and safe, while I feel good knowing the parts touching their skin are natural and non-toxic. It’s also so affordable ...
Alpine Organic Deluxe Portable Bouncer - Organic Oat
We LOVE this set! It’s such high quality and will serve us for years to come!
Hazel Foldable Pikler Triangle Ladder | Indoor Playset