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Baby Registry Must-Haves!
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items A comprehensive list of recommendations for your baby registry by a birth and postpartum doula! With items for every budget.
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Feeding Essentials
Play & Learn
Bathroom Essentials
Baby Sleep
On The Go!
Diapering
Feeding Essentials
One of the best bottles for breastfed babies.
Lansinoh Anti-Colic Baby Bottles 5oz 3ct
A solid choice for a manual breast pump
Medela New Harmony Manual Pump w/ PersonalFit Flex
A budget friendly option for a double electric pump
Lansinoh SignaturePro Double Electric Pump
Another great bottle for breastfed babies. Can be difficult to find the bottles but the nipples are easier to find and compatible with other bottles that are easier to find like the Avent bottle.
Evenflo Balance+ Wide Neck Baby Bottle, 5oz, 2pk
An easy alternative if you have a dishwasher with a sanitize cycle so you don't have to hand wash as many bottle parts
Dr. Brown's Dishwasher Basket for Baby Parts
Dr Brown's Narrow bottles can be great, they just have more parts and tend to have a faster flow nipple, so getting the P or 1 nipple with the set is best. But can also get glass bottles instead of plastic if that's an interest! This set also comes w...
Dr. Brown's Options+ Preemie 4oz Bottles Set
A compact portable pump that you select your flange size at purchase so you save money down the line with not having to purchase extra flanges!
Genie Advanced Portable Breast Pump
One of the best double electric pumps, however it is currently only available on Amazon.com or at Target in the states.
Spectra S1 Plus Electric Breast Milk Pump
A go to option for breastfed babies for a pacifier. These help promote oral function for breastfeeding.
Philips Avent Soothie Orthodontic Pacifiers 0-3M, 4 Pack
Another great option for a pacifier for breastfed babies that can help promote optimal oral function.
Itzy Ritzy Sweetie Soother Pacifier Set of 2
Great manual pump and milk collectors to help boost supply or catch let downs in the early weeks so you don't loose any precious milk!
Haakaa Express & Collect Travel Pack
A sanitizing option that isn't boiling your pump and bottle parts or spending a couple hundred on a bottle washer/sanitizer.
Evenflo Silicone Steam Sanitizing Bag
A more economic and sustainable option for breast pads.
Kindred Bravely Organic Nursing Pads 10 Pack
Another affordable microwave sterilizer option for bottles.
Dr. Brown's 806 Microwave Steam Sterilizer
A high-end bottle and pump washer, sterilizer, and dryer. Definitely not a necessity but can be nice if you plan on exclusively pumping or pumping a lot.
Momcozy KleanPal Pro Baby Bottle Washer & Sterilizer
Only fits bottles and pacifiers, items need to be washed before being placed in, but is a way more budget friendly option for sterilizing and drying bottle parts.
Dr. Brown’s Clean Steam Baby Bottle Sterilizer
Good option for a bottle brush for handwashing bottles and pump parts.
Munchkin 2pk Sponge Bottle Brush-Sge
A safe option for breastfeeding parents for sore and dry nipples.
Lansinoh HPA Lanolin Nipple Cream 40g
A vegan and organic option that is lanolin and petroleum free if that's important to you.
Earth Mama Herbal Organic Nipple Butter for ...
Great for engorgement and pain relief.
Lansinoh Breast Therapy Packs, 2 Pack
While not a necessity, if planning to bottle feed regularly a bottle warmer can be convenient and make bottle feeding easier.
Philips AVENT Fast Baby Bottle Warmer SCF358/00
Not a necessity, but can be convenient for on-the-go feeds.
Momcozy Portable Milk Warmer - Dual Heat, 17oz
A great option for a hands free pumping bra.
Momcozy Tencel™ Fabric Seamless Breast Pump Bra
A nursing tank top for extra coverage and ease of use and access for those first few weeks when getting dressed can feel like a lot!
Maternity Nursing Tank Top
Silverettes to protect your nipples while breastfeeding.
Momcozy Original 999 Silver Nipple Shields
A great nursing pillow with buckle to make sure it sits where you need it to and move a little more freely with a younger newborn during feeds if needed.
Momcozy MaxSupport Nursing Pillow
This drying rack or one similar is my preferred for bottles after handwashing or sanitizing. The vertical style helps to keep that precious counter space free. While being easier to clean.
Dr. Brown’s™ Drying Tower
Play & Learn
A popular play mat that can be used from newborn to early toddler years. Great for floor time, tummy time, practicing rolling and sitting.
Fisher-Price Glow and Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym Baby Playmat with Musical Learning Toy, Blue English Edition
Another option for a play mat. More for floor time and on their back. Can still be great for practicing rolling, and sitting as they get older. A little more sleek looking and not as overstimulating.
ITY by Ingenuity Sun Valley Wooden Toy Arch & Play Mat
Doesn't need to be this exact one, but having foam floor tiles can be a great addition to any play area. Providing a cushioning to baby as they practice rolling, sitting, crawling, etc.
LIVINGbasics Baby Play Mat 18 pcs EVA Foam
Touch and feel board books, like this one, are great for helping babies explore their senses!
Farm Animals: My First Touch & Feel Book: Board Book with Touch and Feel Elements
Lift-a-flap board books, like this one, are great when baby is around 9 months old and starts to develop their pincer grasp. Having them practice lifting the flaps can help refine the skill.
Knock, Knock! Who's There? (sesame Street): A Lift-the-flap Board Book
A water mat is a great play time activity for babies during tummy time. You can also diy your own!
Infinno Inflatable Baby Water Play Mat
Young babies are obsessed with their reflections! One of the best ways to get them to stay interested in tummy time is with a mirror!
Tummy Time Black & White Baby Mirror Toy
A tummy time pillow, like this one, can be great in helping to support baby getting their arms under them and enjoy tummy time. 2-in1 pillows like this are also great so you can get a longer use out of it, like practicing sitting.
2-in-1 Tummy Time Seat for Babies
Rattle socks and wrist bands can be a great tool for helping baby find their hands and feet using sound and cause and effect play!
Infinno Baby Wrist Rattle Socks & Foot Finder
Oballs are really easy grasp toys that can help baby strengthen their grip and practice things like passing toys between hands. There are a variety of versions like ones with and without rattle pieces to make it more interesting for baby.
Bright Starts Oball Easy-Grasp Rattle
This is a favourite rattle as it has a design that is really easy for baby to grip and pass between hands as they're exploring. And it is extremely affordable.
Bright Starts Rattle and Shake Barbell Toy
Soft books are better for newborn to 6 months. Having ones that crinkle and make noise with lots of texture are great for little ones exploring!
Touch & Feel First Crinkle Cloth Book
Bathroom Essentials
I like this baby bathtub as it can change and grow with baby. Can be used on a counter in the kitchen so you can save your back in those early months!
White MOBY® Smart Sling™ 3-Stage Tub - White | Carter’s Oshkosh Canada
Once baby gets a little older and you start giving baths in the tub more frequently, you're going to be glad you have cushioning for your knees and elbows!
Grey Moby Bathtime Essentials Kit - Grey | Carter’s Oshkosh Canada
A more affordable version of the Moby tub that can go on the counter and can be used from newborn to 5-6 months. Great for saving your back in those early months!!
The First Years Sure Comfort Deluxe Tub
A great option for a water thermometer for baby's bath. Tells you when water is hot or cold so you can keep the water at the optimal temperature to keep baby safe.
Angelcare® Baby Bath Thermometer
One of my favorite brands for baby products. Great shampoo & body wash for babies, that last a long time!
The Honest Company Sensitive Shampoo + Body Wash Fragrance Free
While newborns shouldn't be in direct sunlight so they don't need sunscreen, it's important to have some on hand and to use as they reach the 5/6 month mark and are in direct sunlight more frequently.
thinkkids Zinc Oxide Sunscreen SPF 50+
While newborns shouldn't be in direct sunlight so they don't need sunscreen, it's important to have some on hand and to use as they reach the 5/6 month mark and are in direct sunlight more frequently.
Blue Lizard Baby SPF 50 Sunscreen Bundle
I use this mostly just to wash babies head/hair to help lift any cradle cap there may be. But can also be used in place of washclothes on baby.
fridababy DermaFrida the Skinsoother
A snotsucker may sound gross at first, but it is way easier to use than a bulb and easier to clean. I like that this kit comes with the saline solution as you do need to use a saline solution in the nostrils before sucking.
fridababy NoseFrida Snotsucker Saline Kit
Sometimes the thought of cutting your wiggly baby's nails can be overwhelming and scary. Save the hassle and get a nail file like this to use instead!
fridababy Electric Nail Buffer
A go-to for homeopathic medicine for teething.
Boiron Camilia for Teething
Probiotic drops are great to start even as young as a newborn. They can help build the healthy bacteria in your baby's gut and help relieve things like colicy symptoms, gas, bloating, etc. Use with healthcare guidance. These are great for a breastfed...
BioGaia Probiotic Drops with Vitamin D3 Bundle
A great fragrance-free baby lotion that is also Canadian made. They do have scented options, but for the newborns fragrance-free is preferred.
ATTITUDE Baby Leaves Body Lotion Fragrance Free
Bath toy organizer to help keep bath toys dry inbetween use.
Munchkin Super Scoop Bath Toy Organizer Grey
A great mold free bath toy that is easy to clean and easy to play with from a young age.
Hape Toys Beach & Bath Boats
Another great bath toy that you can open up to clean out and help prevent any mold.
Nouka Farm Animal Bath Toys Earth Set
A quick read thermometer that can be used orally, underarm, or in the rectum is preferred for infants. Ear thermometers is the next best but I'd recommend against a forehead thermometer.
Option+ Character Flex Tip Thermometer
A Canadian brand for bamboo washcloths. Super soft and perfect for sponge baths in the early days!
Kushies Bamboo Washcloths Natural
A great first teether that doubles as a baby toothbrush.
Baby Banana Teether/Toothbrush
Hands down the best burp cloth!
Muslin Burp Cloths
A great fragrance free baby shampoo
ATTITUDE Baby Leaves 2-in-1 Shampoo Fragrance Free
Baby Sleep
Baby's crib can be as easy as this too! You don't need to spend a fortune on a crib, as long as it meets safe sleep standards. The Ikea crib converts and lowers. With no paint for baby to chew off the rails as they start teething.
SNIGLAR Crib
While this isn't my go-to for an infant crib mattress, it is an affordable option and if you're already getting stuff from Ikea, just add to cart.
PELLEPLUTT Foam mattress for crib
While not one of the prettiest bassinets, it is one of the most highly recommended bassinets on the market that has stood the test of time! A co-sleeper option with one of the sides being removable to allow a “side-car” like set-up while still having...
Clear-Vue® CO-SLEEPER® Bassinet
A more affordable version of the Clear-Vue co-sleeper. However, this one doesn't have as much storage, BUT can slide under the bed depending on bed height; making it a truer co-sleeper.
Dream Bedside Baby Bassinet
While the Halo swivel is usually more popular, this one has a smaller foot-print with feet you are less likely to trip over. Can slide under the bed so baby is closer, still has the lowering side for easy access to baby, and is more budget friendly.
HALO BassiNest® Lite™ Portable Bassinet
A wifi baby monitor that is popular among parents. However, there is no monitor, only visible on your phone through an app. The app requires a membership fee after the first 6 months for some of the better features like being able to leave the app an...
Nanit Pro Camera and Floor Stand
A favorite swaddle among parents. The sleep sack swaddle that allows you to swaddle and transition to sleep sack by swaddling arms up and out as needed.
Halo Innovations Sleepsack Swaddle Midnight Moons Blue Cotton 1.5 TOG
A great sleep sack/wearable blanket for when it is no longer safe to swaddle your baby.
HALO SleepSack Wearable Blanket Microfleece Gingham Blue 1.0 TOG
This is a popular baby monitor among parents. It does not opperate over wifi, but doesn't have an app to pair with it and get alerts or view on your phone.
1080P High - Performance Video Baby Monitor BM01
A velcro style swaddle that is great for newborns and parents who don't want the hassle of actually swaddling. I like these compared to other brands because of the zipper access at the bottom for easy diaper changes!
aden + anais Winnie The Pooh Cotton Easy Swaddle 0-3M
An arms up, sleep sack type swaddle, some babies love it and some do not. There are some that you can also unzip an area by the arms to start transitioning to a sleep sack and swaddle arms out.
Swaddle Up Bamboo White
An all around good pick and affordable baby monitor. Has 2 way audio, an app and a monitor, long battery life.
ARENTI Baby Monitor
A smart 2-in-1 sound machine and nightlight. Great for those middle of the night feeds. Has controls on the base and an app to control it as well.
Smart Baby Sound Machine - App Remote Control
Another great 2-in-1 sound machine and night light. This one has an app to control it but also changes color by touching the top. A great option for middle of the night feeds and will grow with your baby.
Hatch.co
On The Go!
A great hybrid carrier that gives baby the feel of a wrap but the ease of a carrier that just clips on!
Boba Bliss Hybrid Baby Carrier 2-in-1 Grey
An affordable option for a baby wrap. Ideal for newborns.
Boba Baby Wrap Carrier - Original Sling (Grey)
A great carrier that is good for newborns and up to 35 pound toddlers. Can be worn in a variety of ways and very user friendly.
The Monarch Carrier - Houndstooth
A higher end carrier that can be found on Amazon. Good for 7-45 pounds and can be worn in a variety of styles.
Ergobaby Omni Classic Baby Carrier Pearl Grey
Similar to Ergobaby but this carrier is better for those with a bad back because of the extra back support. If it's between this and Ergobaby, choose this one!
LÍLLÉbaby Complete All Seasons 6-in-1 Carrier
Not as newborn friendly of a carrier, but an amazing option for older babies that is also more aesthetically pleasing, ethically made with sustainable materials and more size-inclusive.
Lark Carrier Collection
I like how versatile this is along with all of the compartments. Can be a bit much for those early days and trying to fit in the diaper bag. But as baby gets older and you only need 2 diapers with you on an outing, this is great to have in place of a...
Kopi Baby Portable Diaper Changing Pad
This is a great inexpensive option for a diaper bag. I like the backpack with multiple compartments. It comes with a pacifier case and a diaper changing pad so you don't have to get seperate ones if you don't want. It is very spacious and versatile! ...
Diaper Bag Backpack
A great portable sound machine. Loud enough to be useful while out and about, but not so loud that you upset or distract others close by.
Hatch.co
A more affordable option for a portable sound machine.
Mini Portable White Noise Machine
If you're looking at getting a Pack 'n Play, you might as well get one that can also be used as a second baby changing station in your home. I recommend something like this for clients that the nursery is on a different floor from their living area. ...
Graco Pack 'n Play Quick Connect Portable Lounger Deluxe Playard
A camera that can be in your line of sight to easily see baby in the car instead of looking in the back seat at a mirror.
Baby Car Camera
Have everything at your fingertips and organized when you leave the house with a stroller caddy. It's not a necessity, but once you have one, you won't know how you managed without one.
Stroller Organizer with Cup Holders
Great for not only to have in labor but for walking postpartum and keep yourself or baby cool.
Gaiatop Mini Portable Pram Fan
Protect your car from dirty shoes or feet while baby is rear facing, and to help prevent damage to the seats itself from wear and tear.
Car Seat Protector
Diapering
A change table can be as simple as this, depending on your lifestyle, room size, and budget. You do not need to go over the top for a change table and this can be a great item.
SNIGLAR Changing table
Another changing table option from Ikea. I like this as it grows with your baby turning into a desk for down the line use. I also like that this has drawers to store your diaper supplies.
SUNDVIK Changing table/chest - white
You do not need anything more than this for a changing pad! Something inexpensive like this is fine, it's easy to wipe and clean messes off and you get a cute cover for it that would get dirty first anyway. Do not spend $100+ on a changing pad.
Graco Premium Contoured Changing Pad
This changing pad comes with covers so it's a great deal! Super easy, don't need anything more than this.
Jool Baby Changing Pad - Waterproof Gray
Get a couple of these and in those newborn days when they are having frequent blowouts, this is a great item to have on the changing pad so that this gets dirty and not the changing pad or cover. Then easily place another liner on for the next diaper...
Munchkin Waterproof Changing Pad Liners, 3 Count
A staple diaper rash cream. It is petroleum based though so if that's something you're trying to avoid or cloth diapering this isn't the one for you.
Eucerin Aquaphor Baby 3-in-1 Diaper Rash Cream
Another amazing diaper rash cream. Is also a petroleum based cream. However unlike Aquafor it's more of a cream than feeling like Vaseline. Not cloth diaper safe.
Sudocrem
An organic and cloth diaper safe diaper balm. No petroleum based products. A great option for parents looking to avoid those products.
Earth Mama Organics Organic Diaper Balm
One of my favourite wet wipes.
The Honest Company Pattern Play Wipes
A great wet wipe option!
WaterWipes Original 99.9% Water Based Baby Wipes
A wipe dispenser that allows you to only pull out 1 at a time. Great for reusable cloth wipes as well!
OXO Tot Perfect Pull Wipes Dispenser Grey
My go-to diaper pail. It can be used with disposable bags for disposable diapers or with wet bags for cloth diapers! Best of both worlds with 1 diaper pail.
Dekor Eko Classic Diaper Pail White
An amazing Canadian product for those looking to use cloth wipes along with their cloth diapers. I'd recommend getting 2-3 sets so you have enough to last until wash days, and just wash with your diapers.
Cheeks Ahoy Cloth Wipes Suave
Extras!
An announcement sign for your little one!
Pearhead Baby Welcome Sign Fill In Photo Prop
A handprint or footprint keepsake!
Pearhead Clean-Touch Ink Pad
Handprint or footprint keepsake. I like that this one is an ornament and can be one of baby's first ornaments. You'll be able to see how much your baby has grown every Christmas!
Pearhead Babyprints Keepsake Ornament White
A great teether that is Canadian made. Handle for baby to easily hold and manipulate while playing or teething on it.
Bulle Bear Teether Taupe
I don't usually recommend baby bouncers or swings as babies aren't supposed to sleep in them for safety concerns. However, having something affordable like this in the house can be helpful as your baby starts staying awake for longer stretches and yo...
inGenuity Ity Bouncity Bounce Vibrating Deluxe Bouncer
One of the few activity centers recommended by most pediatric PTs. It isn't super overstimulating with minimal toys and converts for use later in toddlerhood.
3-Stage Activity Center
Starting Solids!
A budget friendly highchair option that changes and grows with the child.
Evenflo 4-in-1 Eat & Grow Convertible Chair
A very expensive but versatile chair. This chair grows from newborn stage as a baby seat to a infant highchair to a toddler and child seat. Adjustable heights and footrests so it fits perfectly to your child.
Tripp Trapp® High Chair² with cushion, tray & newborn set
An extremely budget friendly high chair option. It does need a foot rest of some kind added to it for it to be safe for infants while eating solids.
ANTILOP High chair with tray - white/white
An early stage feeder that doubles as a great teether. Fill the silicone end with food, breastmilk popsicles, etc.
Minika Feeder Teether Sage
A go-to for bibs when starting solids.
Nouka Silicone Bib Leaf
If you plan on doing baby led weaning, meal time can get messy and having a bib with sleeves like this one can help keep your little one at least a little less messy!
Bumkins Sleeved Bib Winnie Loves Hunny
Bamboo is a great replacement for silicone for plates for your littles.
Munchkin Bambou Divided Suction Plate
A popular weighted straw cup to introduce when starting solids.
Munchkin Click Lock Weighted Flexi-Straw Cup
An open cup that your baby can hold for themselves to practice drinking with. Great to start with when introducing solids and then move to a straw cup.
Minika Learning Cup with Handles Shell
You can introduce utensils as young as 6 months when introducing solids. These are great for softer foods.
NumNum Baby Spoons Set, Pre-Spoon GOOtensils