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What I Put on My Baby Registry as a Third-Time Mom

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By baby #3, I had a MUCH better idea of what I would actually use, what wasn't worth it for our family, and what I wanted to do differently this time around. This isn't a list of every baby product you could possibly need. These are the things I actu...
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Activity & Baby Gear

The baby gear that made those early months a little easier! These are the things I chose for tummy time, playtime, somewhere safe to set baby down, and keeping a very curious little human entertained.

 
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I specifically chose the Maxi-Cosi Smart Swing because I loved that it felt more like a piece of baby gear I wouldn't mind having out in my house all day. It has multiple swing speeds and motions, built-in sounds/music, and a soft, comfortable seat f...
Maxi-Cosi Cassia Portable Baby Swing, Classic Oat
 
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I wanted a bouncer that was simple, lightweight, and actually portable, and that's exactly why I chose this one. It's easy to pick up and move from room to room (NEVER pick up and move bouncer while baby is in the bouncer!!), which is SO helpful when...
Bright Starts Playful Pinwheels Portable Baby Bouncer with Vibrating Infant Seat, 0-6 Months (Unisex)
 
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This was our tummy-time/activity mat, and I loved that it was something baby could use beyond just tummy time! It can be used for newborn lay-and-play, tummy time, and later as a play mat. It comes with several sensory toys, including a mirror, teeth...
Fisher-Price 3-in-1 Music Glow and Grow Gym Infant Playmat with Lights & Removable Toys
 
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I specifically liked the Bright Starts Sit & See because it's a simple, baby-safe mirror that can stand up on the floor during tummy time. Babies are fascinated by faces, so having their own little face staring back at them can make tummy time mu...
Bright Stars Sit and See Safari Floor Mirror: Baby Development with Sensory & Motor Skills, Fabric, Textured Toy

Baby Clothes

By baby #3, I cared a LOT less about having a closet full of adorable outfits and a lot more about easy diaper changes and comfortable clothes. These are the basics I reached for over and over again.

 
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These were a newborn MUST for me, especially for nighttime! The open bottom makes diaper changes so much easier because there are no snaps or zippers to completely undo and no tiny legs to wrestle back into pajamas at 2 a.m. Carter’s gowns have an el...
Baby 2-Pack Constellation PurelySoft Sleeper Gowns - Yellow/Cream
 
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These were a newborn MUST for me, especially for nighttime! The open bottom makes diaper changes so much easier because there are no snaps or zippers to completely undo and no tiny legs to wrestle back into pajamas at 2 a.m. Carter’s gowns have an el...
Baby 2-Pack Organic Cotton Rib Sleeper Gowns - Little Planet
 
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These were a newborn MUST for me, especially for nighttime! The open bottom makes diaper changes so much easier because there are no snaps or zippers to completely undo and no tiny legs to wrestle back into pajamas at 2 a.m. Carter’s gowns have an el...
Baby Boy 2-Pack Plane PurelySoft Sleeper Gowns - Blue
 
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You can never have too many basic bodysuits during the spit-up, drool, and diaper-blowout stage. 😂 I liked Carter’s because they're soft, easy everyday basics and I could buy them in multipacks. Their bodysuits also have overlap shoulders, which mak...
Baby 5-Pack Multipack Bodysuits
 
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You can never have too many basic bodysuits during the spit-up, drool, and diaper-blowout stage. 😂 I liked Carter’s because they're soft, easy everyday basics and I could buy them in multipacks. Their bodysuits also have overlap shoulders, which mak...
Baby 5-Pack Farm Animal Short-Sleeve Multipack Bodysuits
 
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If I'm dressing a newborn for everyday life, give me a one-piece sleeper! I especially recommend Carter’s 2-way zip Sleep & Plays because you can unzip them from the bottom for diaper changes without completely undressing baby. They also have bui...
Carter's Just One You® Baby Boys' 2pk Ducks Long Sleeve Sleep N' Play Footed Pajamas - Blue Newborn
 
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If I'm dressing a newborn for everyday life, give me a one-piece sleeper! I especially recommend Carter’s 2-way zip Sleep & Plays because you can unzip them from the bottom for diaper changes without completely undressing baby. They also have bui...
Baby Western 100% Cotton 2-Way Zip Sleep & Play Pajamas - Blue

Bath Time

Everything I chose to make newborn baths simple, gentle, and as stress-free as bathing a tiny slippery potato can possibly be. 😂 From the bath support to the washes, towels, and little extras that actually came in handy.

 
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I loved this style of bath support for the newborn stage because it keeps baby supported and slightly reclined while leaving your hands free to actually wash them. The mesh-style design also lets water drain through instead of baby sitting in a littl...
Angelcare Baby Bath Support, Ideal for Babies Less than 6 Months Old, Unisex, Grey, 1 Count
 
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I liked having a gentle 2-in-1 product instead of needing separate shampoo and body wash for a newborn. Honest's formula is tear-free, hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested, and made with ingredients like aloe and chamomile. They also have fragrance-f...
The Honest Company Refresh Shampoo + Body Wash - Citrus Vanilla - 18 fl oz: Dye-Free, Paraben-Free, Daily Use
 
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Another basic newborn bath product I wanted on hand. I like combination shampoo/body washes during the newborn stage because bath time is already a two-handed operation. I don't need six bottles involved too. 😂
Johnson's Baby Comfort Touch Newborn Wash & Shampoo, 13.6 fl. oz
 
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A simple baby lotion to have ready after baths or whenever baby's skin needed a little extra moisture. This was one of those basic baby-care products I knew I'd use, so onto the registry it went!
Johnson’s Comfort Touch Newborn Baby Face & Body Lotion - 13.6 fl oz
 
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I especially liked having this for our nighttime bath routine. It's made with oat extract and has a lavender-and-vanilla scent, and the formula is tear-free and designed to be gentle and non-drying. Bath, lotion, pajamas, feed, bed became part of tha...
Aveeno Baby Nighttime Calming Comfort Bath, 18 Fl oz
 
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The matching lotion for after bedtime baths! It contains prebiotic oat and has the same lavender-and-vanilla scent as the bath wash. I liked having products specifically for our nighttime routine because eventually those repeated little steps start s...
Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Moisturizing Body Lotion for Baby and Toddler, 8 fl oz
 
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I LOVE muslin for baby items because it's lightweight and soft, and the hood is perfect for covering baby's little wet head as soon as they come out of the bath. I preferred having several so there was always a clean one available without constantly ...
Hooded Baby Towels for Newborn 2 Pack 100% Muslin Cotton Baby Bath Towel with Hood for Babies, Infant, Toddler and Kids, Large 32x32Inch, Soft and Absorbent Newborn Essential
 
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This is one of those little bath gadgets that's actually clever. It has two different pours: a gentle rain-shower style that's designed for newborns and a waterfall-style pour for toddlers. It also holds 24 ounces, so you're not filling a tiny cup se...
Frida Baby Control The Flow Polypropylene ABS Rinser, Bath Time Rinse Cup with Easy Grip Handle and Removable Rain Shower, White
 
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Another place where I chose muslin! They're soft and lightweight for washing delicate baby skin, but they're also inexpensive enough that I could keep plenty in rotation. And trust me, baby washcloths eventually get recruited for approximately 900 jo...
Comfy Cubs Baby Washcloths, Muslin Cotton Baby Towels, Large 10”x10” Wash Cloths (Multi, Pack of 6)

Diapering

You're going to change approximately one billion diapers, so you might as well make it easy on yourself. These are the diapers, wipes, creams, and changing essentials that worked for our family.

 
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A diaper pail was absolutely going beside the changing table. 😂 I liked having somewhere to immediately toss dirty diapers without carrying every single one to the outside trash. Especially during the newborn stage when it feels like all you do is f...
Diaper Genie Platinum Pail,White,Stainless Steel, 1 Diaper Pail,1 Easy Roll 18 Bags, Infant
 
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If you're registering for the Diaper Genie, register for the refills too! The pail isn't very useful when you realize at 2 a.m. that you've used the last bag. This is also one of those practical registry items that I'd much rather have stocked before...
Diaper Genie Diaper Pail Easy Roll Refill with 18 Bags, Holds up to 846 Newborn Diapers
 
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Another little extra I registered for specifically because the Diaper Genie was going to live right by the changing area. Anything that helps keep the essence of dirty diaper contained where it belongs is welcome in my house
Diaper Genie Carbon Filter, Diaper Pail Odor Eliminator & Deodorizer, Compatible with the Diaper Genie Complete and Expressions Pail, 4 Count
 
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I know some people skip a changing table completely, but I personally liked having a designated diaper-changing station. It gave me one place to keep diapers, wipes, creams, extra clothes, and everything else I constantly reached for during changes. ...
Little Seeds Monarch Hill Changing Table
 
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A changing pad makes that designated changing station much more practical and comfortable for baby. I wanted something easy to wipe down because between spit-up, surprise pees, and blowouts, the changing area WILL eventually see things.
babyGap by Delta Children Contoured Changing Pad - Gray Stripes: Non-Toxic, Foam, 32" Length
 
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One of those products I'd rather already have in the house than discover I need after baby's bottom is irritated. Desitin is a zinc-oxide diaper-rash product that creates a protective barrier over the skin, so this was one of my basic baby-care stapl...
Desitin Maximum Strength Diaper Rash Paste, 40% Zinc Oxide Skin Protectant, 4 oz Tube, Hypoallergenic Baby Barrier Cream
 
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I specifically liked Hello Bello wipes because they're thick and soft while still being gentle on baby's skin. They're made with 99%+ water, aloe and chamomile, and they're fragrance-free and hypoallergenic. They're also made with a 100% plant-based ...
Hello Bello Premium Fragrance-Free Baby Wipes, 10 Flip-Top Pouches (600 Total Wipes)
 
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These are another wipe I really like! Rascals Sensitive Wipes are thick, soft, and textured, which is VERY appreciated when you're dealing with a diaper situation that requires more than a dainty little wipe. 😂 They're fragrance-free, hypoallergenic...
Rascals Premium Sensitive Alcohol Free Baby Wipes, 1152 Count
 
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These were my diaper choice for baby. I liked how soft they felt for the newborn stage, and the wetness indicator is especially convenient during those early days when you're constantly keeping track of wet diapers. Current Swaddlers also have a Keep...
Pampers Swaddlers Sensitive Disposable Diapers - Size 1 - 164ct

Feeding & Bottles

I ended up exclusively nursing my third baby, so we didn't use bottles like I expected to. However, I pumped and nursed with my older two, so these are the bottle-feeding and cleaning products I chose based on what I already knew worked well for us.

 
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If I had ended up pumping and bottle-feeding like I did with my older two, these were the bottles I planned to use. I specifically chose the Evenflo Balance+ because the wide, gradual-sloped nipple is designed to encourage a wide latch, which appeale...
Evenflo Premium Proflo Venting Balance Plus Standard Neck Baby Bottles for Newborn - Infants, 4 oz Pack of 6
 
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I registered for this even though I ended up exclusively nursing, and I'm glad I did! It's designed to hold bottles, pump parts, and other feeding accessories upright while they air dry, and the removable grass tray makes it easy to clean. Once we we...
Boon LAWN Countertop Drying Rack, Spring Green
 
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Another one I still used despite exclusively nursing! The set has different brushes for bottles, nipples, and smaller parts, plus the little cactus-shaped brushes all sit together in their own vase-style holder. Once bottles were no longer relevant, ...
Boon Cacti, Bottle Cleaning Brush Set, 4 Brushes & 1 Vase
 
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You can never convince me that you have too many burp cloths during the newborn stage. 😂 I specifically liked muslin because it's soft, lightweight, absorbent, and gets softer with washing. Keep them by your nursing/feeding spot, in the diaper bag, ...
Comfy Cubs Muslin Burp Cloths - Large 100% Cotton, 6 Layers (Pacific Blue, 6-Pack, 20"X10")
 
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Another place where I preferred muslin because it's soft and absorbent without feeling super bulky around baby's neck. They're great for catching milk, spit-up, and eventually the absolutely astonishing amount of drool one tiny human can produce.
Gerber Baby Neutral 8-Pack Bibs, Multi Neutrals, One Size

Health & Baby Care

The little baby-care items you don't think much about until it's 2 a.m. and suddenly you REALLY need one. These are the basic grooming, comfort, and care products I wanted to have at home from day one.

 
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I specifically chose the Frida Baby 3-in-1 Humidifier because it does more than just add moisture to the air. It's a cool-mist humidifier, diffuser, and nightlight all in one. I liked having something we could use in the nursery during those stuffy-n...
3-in-1 Humidifier, ​ Diffuser, + Nightlight 2.0​
 
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I love a kit for basic baby care because it means I don't have to remember to register for every tiny grooming item separately. This one gave us the basics like a hairbrush, comb, nasal suction bulb, and nail clippers all together. They're not exciti...
Dr. Brown's Baby Care Essentials with Nail Scissors/Case, Nasal Aspirator, Brush and Comb, 0 Months +, Kit
 
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Another kit I specifically wanted before we needed it. Depending on the current version, these kits bundle several common Little Remedies baby-care products together. I liked having basic newborn-care items already in the house rather than realizing ...
Little Remedies New Baby Essentials Kit, 6 Piece Kit for Baby's Nose and Tummy, Infant Relief
 
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These were the pacifiers I chose for my baby. I liked the lightweight design and the openings in the shield that allow airflow around baby's mouth. MAM also makes newborn-specific sizes, so I could choose one designed for those tiny early months inst...
MAM Original Day & Night 0-6 Months - Unisex - 3pk

Sleep & Nursery Essentials

Anything that helped make those newborn nights a little easier earned its place here. These are the swaddles, sound machines, blankets, sheets, and other nursery basics we actually used. And yes, I have some VERY strong feelings about the Love to Dre...

 
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ESSENTIAL. These were an absolute lifesaver for us!! I specifically loved the Love to Dream swaddles because baby's arms stay up in a more natural position instead of being swaddled down by their sides. The two-way zipper also makes middle-of-the-nig...
Love to Dream Swaddle Up Sleep Sack- Cotton 1.0 TOG - Gray - M: Two-Way Zipper, Sleeveless Design, Knit Jersey
 
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I wanted a dedicated sound machine rather than relying on my phone all night. The Homedics SoundSleep has several continuous sound options, adjustable volume, and an optional timer. Simple, affordable, and something we could use well beyond the newbo...
HoMedics SS-2000 Mini Portable Travel Sound Spa, Sleep Therapy Machine with 6 Calm Effects, Nature Sounds for Home
 
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If there's a theme to this registry, it's apparently buy the muslin. 😂 These are lightweight, breathable, soft, and incredibly versatile. I used baby blankets for cuddling, covering surfaces, the stroller, nursing, tummy time, and approximately 600 ...
aden + anais essentials cotton muslin swaddle blanket 4 pack
 
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You need more than one. Trust me. 😂 Spit-up, drool, diaper leaks, and middle-of-the-night surprises happen, and the LAST thing I want to do at 2 a.m. is discover the only crib sheet we own is currently in the washing machine. I would register for se...
The Peanutshell Fitted Crib Sheets for Baby Boys or Baby Girls, 4 Pack Set, Grey and White Elephant, Microfiber
 
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A small, soft comfort item that can eventually become something familiar for baby to hold and cuddle. I especially love muslin because it gets softer with washing and doesn't feel heavy or bulky. Loveys are for supervised use during infancy and shoul...
Baby Organic Cotton Muslin Bunny Lovey

Nursery Furniture

The bigger pieces I chose for baby's sleep and changing spaces. I'm a big fan of keeping baby in a bassinet beside the bed during those early months, so I've included both bassinets I've personally used and what I liked about each one.

 
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I had this bassinet at a different point than the Maxi-Cosi, and both were great for different reasons. What I really liked about the Baby Delight is how it's designed to sit close beside the bed. The side panel can be lowered when it's being used in...
Baby Delight Bedside Me Dreamer Bassinet & Bedside Sleeper for Infants, Pebble Grey
 
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I also had the Maxi-Cosi Lora, and I loved the storage on this one! There's a large basket underneath that gives you room for diapers, wipes, extra clothes, burp cloths, nursing supplies, or pump parts if you're pumping. It also has adjustable height...
Maxi-Cosi Iora Bedside Bassinet, Classic Oat
 
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Even though I prefer a bedside bassinet during those first months, I still wanted the crib ready for when baby transitioned out of it. If I were registering again, I'd prioritize a crib that meets current safety standards and, ideally, converts as ba...
Namesake Abigail 3-in-1 Convertible Metal Crib - Vintage Gold

Nursing & Pumping

I exclusively nursed my third, but I pumped and nursed my older two, so I've lived through several versions of the breastfeeding experience. These are the products I consider genuinely useful for nursing, pumping, storing milk, handling leaks, and ma...

 
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If you're pumping or building any kind of freezer stash, you need milk storage bags. I liked having plenty from the beginning because once you start freezing milk, you can go through them FAST. I recommend freezing milk flat because it takes up so mu...
Lansinoh Breastmilk Storage Bags, 100 Count, Fast Freeze & Thaw, Breastfeeding Essentials, 6 oz
 
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I liked having dedicated bottles for collecting, measuring, and temporarily storing pumped milk instead of constantly transferring it between containers. If you're pumping regularly, having extras also means you're not washing the same two bottles ap...
Medela Breast Milk Collection and Storage Bottles Set, 5oz, Clear and Yellow, 87095, 6 Pack
 
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I exclusively nursed my third and STILL used my Haakaa! I'd attach it to the opposite breast while baby nursed and collect milk from my letdown that otherwise would've ended up in a nursing pad. It was such an easy way for me to gradually build a sma...
Haakaa Breast Pump Milk Saver 5.4oz/150ml with Silicone Lid
 
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If I were regularly pumping again, Spectra would still be my primary pump. I prefer a traditional electric pump as my main way of expressing milk because it worked better for me when I needed a full pumping session. There are different Spectra models...
Spectra S1 Plus Portable & Rechargeable Hospital Strength Double Electric Breast Pump: Adjustable Speed System
 
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Nursing = vulnerable nipples. HELLO. 😭 This was something I absolutely wanted available from day one. Earth Mama's nipple butter is lanolin-free and is designed so it doesn't need to be washed off before nursing. Especially during those early days w...
Earth Mama Organic Nipple Butter for Breastfeeding - 2 fl oz: Moisturizing, Soothing, Petroleum-Free, Non-Toxic
 
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I tried reusable nursing pads, but especially during the first 3–4 months, I personally preferred these. They were soft against my skin, very absorbent, and didn't irritate me like some other brands I'd tried. Yes, disposable pads create more waste, ...
Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads for Breastfeeding, Soft and Super Absorbent Breast Pads, Breastfeeding Essentials for Moms, 100 Count
 
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Once my milk supply and leaking became more manageable, I switched to Lansinoh reusable nursing pads and used them for over a YEAR. These were absolutely worth having for me. They're soft, washable, and reusable, so I loved them for everyday use once...
Lansinoh Washable Nursing Pads, 10 Count
 
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These were my convenience pumps, not what I personally wanted as my only pump. I never felt quite as fully emptied using wearable pumps as I did with my traditional pump. BUT...being able to put pumps in my bra and continue doing things was incredibl...
Momcozy M5 Hands Free Breast Pump Wearable, Electric Breast Pump Portable Gray with Breast Pump Bag, Grey Two Pumps HSA/FSA Eligible
 
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UNDERRATED. Sometimes you need to express some milk, but you absolutely do not want to assemble an entire electric pumping operation. 😂 A manual pump is small, quiet, doesn't need charging or an outlet, and was especially handy when I needed some re...
Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex Shield
 
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I used sunflower lecithin as part of my routine when I was dealing with or trying to avoid recurrent clogged ducts. This is one I'd discuss with your healthcare provider or lactation professional, especially before starting supplements while breastfe...
Legendairy Milk Sunflower Lecithin - 60ct: Dietary Supplements, Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free, 1200mg Softgel
 
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This went into the nursing section because vitamin D was something we needed to think about specifically with breastfeeding. Breast milk generally doesn't provide enough vitamin D by itself, and pediatric guidance commonly recommends supplementation ...
Mommy's Bliss Vitamin D, Organic Drops, Newborn +, 0.11 fl oz (3.24 ml)
 
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Plot twist: I didn't use this for formula. I used it for breast milk! 😂 When I was pumping and nursing my older two, I would add freshly pumped milk to refrigerated milk after cooling it appropriately, then use the pitcher to combine the day's milk ...
Dr. Brown's Baby Formula Mixing Pitcher with Adjustable Stopper and No Drip Spout, Olive, 36oz, 1-Pack

Strollers & Car Seats

Getting three kids out of the house is already an EVENT. 😂 These are the stroller, car seat, and on-the-go accessories I chose to make walks, errands, shopping, and everyday outings with a baby easier.

 
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I LOVE a stroller + infant car seat travel system, and the Evenflo Omni Plus worked really well for us. Being able to move baby from the car to the stroller without taking them out of the infant seat made errands and outings so much easier, especiall...
Evenflo Omni Plus Travel System with LiteMax Infant Car Seat, Shasta Pink
 
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I liked having a little activity toy that could attach directly to the stroller or infant car seat handle for awake, supervised time. It gave baby different textures and things to look at, grab, and explore while we were out without me having to keep...
Itzy Ritzy Unisex Bitzy Spiral Stroller & Car Seat Toy - Rainbow
 
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Mississippi + baby + summer = FAN. 😂 A portable rechargeable fan was something I absolutely wanted for walks, outdoor activities, sporting events, and anywhere else we might be outside in the heat. I specifically like the flexible tripod-style fans ...
Hoovy Portable & Rechargeable Stroller Fan with Flexible Tripod Legs, Black
 
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Such a simple thing, but SO useful. Stroller hooks gave me somewhere to hang shopping bags, the diaper bag, jackets, or other lightweight things instead of trying to carry everything while pushing a stroller. These were especially handy when shopping...
Parent's Choice Padded Stroller Hook Clip, Black, for all Ages

Toys, Teethers & Books

Babies really don't need a mountain of toys. These are the simple toys and teethers I chose for sensory exploration, grasping, stacking, chewing, playing, and eventually learning through those first stages of development.

 
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I liked having a toy that combined teething and sensory play instead of buying a million different little gadgets. The different textures, shapes, and pieces give baby things to grasp, pull, manipulate, and eventually chew when those gums start bothe...
Nuby Twist Ball Teether Activity Toy
 
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A CLASSIC for a reason. I love the Sassy Stacks of Circles because the rings aren't all identical. They have different colors, sizes, textures, and surfaces for baby to explore. When they're little, they can grab, mouth, and bang the rings together, ...
Sassy Stacks of Circles Stacking Ring STEM Learning Toy, 9 Piece Set, Ages 6 months and up
 
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Books they can chew on? Perfect baby literature. 😂 Soft books give babies different colors, pictures, textures, and crinkly sounds to explore without worrying about them immediately destroying cardboard pages. I especially liked these during tummy t...
Spark Create Imagine Woods Soft Cloth Baby Book, 0 Months+
 
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Another incredibly simple toy that babies can use in approximately 900 different ways. When they're little, they can grab and bang them together. Later they can stack, nest, knock them down, scoop things, practice putting things in and taking them ou...
Lovevery Drip Drop Cups, 10m+ - 12pc
 
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If you've ever watched a baby discover a real box of tissues, you already understand the concept. 😭 Babies LOVE pulling things out of containers. The reusable fabric “tissues” let them pull, grab, explore textures, and eventually practice putting ev...
Sassy Sensory Surprise Tissue Box
 
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Nuby teethers were an easy addition to my registry because they're made specifically for those everything must enter my mouth immediately months. 😂 I liked having several teether shapes and textures available because babies can be surprisingly opini...
Nuby Sensory Silicone Baby Tube Teethers, 2 pack

The Other Essentials

The things that didn't quite belong anywhere else but still made the registry! Diaper bags, laundry supplies, memory keeping, and those random little things you'll be glad you already have once baby arrives.

 
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With baby #3, I wanted a diaper bag that was functional first. Give me plenty of pockets, easy-to-clean material, room for diapers and extra clothes, and a place for bottles or a water bottle. I personally prefer a backpack-style diaper bag because i...
BabbleRoo Large Capacity Baby Diaper Backpack, Waterproof Design for Infants & Toddlers, Black & Apricot
 
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I used Dreft for baby's laundry and loved that classic clean-baby smell. I wanted a detergent specifically for all those tiny sleepers, swaddles, burp cloths, blankets, and other baby laundry that somehow multiplies overnight. If your baby has sensit...
Dreft Liquid Laundry Detergent for Babies, Tackles 100% of Common Baby Stains, 84 fl oz, 64 Loads
 
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This isn't a practical baby-care item, but it's one of the things I'm so glad to have. A baby book gives you somewhere to keep the little details you swear you'll remember forever but that get surprisingly fuzzy as the years pass.
Baby's First-Year Memory Book - by Lauren Rozyla (Hardcover)
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For Mom

Because the registry shouldn't only be about the baby! You are recovering from pregnancy and birth while caring for a brand-new human. These are the things I chose for labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, nursing, bleeding, soreness, night sweats, a...

 
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Listen. Were these glamorous? No. Did I care? ALSO NO. 😂 These were SO helpful for postpartum bleeding, especially at night. I liked having the coverage of disposable underwear instead of worrying about a pad shifting while I was sleeping. They're e...
Always Discreet Adult Postpartum Incontinence Underwear for Women - Maximum Protection - Large - 28ct
 
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I packed a few of these in my hospital bag because I already knew I didn't want to spend labor and recovery in a scratchy hospital gown. This gown is soft and lightweight, opens in the front so there's access for monitors during labor, and I was able...
Avidlove Women Maternity Nursing Nightgown with Button Short Sleeve Nursing Dress for Breastfeeding Labor and Delivery Gown for Hospital S-XXL
 
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One of those products where the design actually makes sense for postpartum recovery. The angled neck makes it much easier to rinse while you're sitting on the toilet than trying to maneuver the standard hospital-style bottle. Warm water + peri bottle...
Frida Mom Upside Down Peri Bottle for Cleansing after Birth, + Travel Bag, 1 Ct
 
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Because...HELLO. 😭
Dermoplast Postpartum Perianal Pain Relief Spray, Unscented, 2.75 oz
 
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Cold therapy and a pad combined into one product? YES. These were great during those early postpartum days when everything was sore and swollen. You activate the pad when you need it, so you don't have to keep traditional padsicles sitting in your fr...
Frida Mom Instant Ice Maxi Pads, 8 Count
 
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If you don't want to register for every postpartum product individually, GET THE KIT. I liked the idea of having the recovery basics together and ready before I gave birth. Depending on which Frida Mom kit you choose, they bundle products like dispos...
Frida Mom Postpartum Recovery Essentials Kit with Cooling Pads, Peri Bottle, Healing Foam and More