What should I put on my baby registry?

Cover the essentials first: a car seat and stroller, a safe sleep space with sheets, clothing in 0-3 and 3-6 months, diapers and wipes, feeding gear, bath and grooming basics, a carrier, and a monitor. Add a few toys and a gift-card fund for the big or unexpected costs.

How many clothes should I add to a baby registry?

Register around 6-8 bodysuits and 6-8 sleepers each in 0-3 and 3-6 months. Babies grow out of newborn sizes quickly, so lean toward the slightly larger sizes and don't over-register tiny outfits.

When should I make my baby registry?

Most parents set up a registry in the second trimester, around 20-24 weeks, so there's time before a baby shower and time for shipping. You can keep editing it right up to the birth as you decide what you actually want.

Baby Registry Checklist

A baby registry works best when it covers the real essentials first and leaves room for the big or unexpected costs. This checklist lists what to add across sleep, travel, feeding, and bath — plus a note on registering the right clothing sizes and a practical cash fund. See more baby and parenting checklists.

Curated by the Gisti team · Updated July 2026

Baby Registry Checklist · 18 items

Car seat (infant or convertible), rear-facing and correctly rated
The one item you cannot skip.
Stroller or travel system that fits your car seat
Crib or bassinet with a firm, flat mattress and 2-4 fitted sheets
Swaddles and sleep sacks
6-8 bodysuits and sleepers each in 0-3 and 3-6 months
Register the bigger sizes too — newborn is outgrown fast.
Diapers in a range of sizes and plenty of wipes
Changing pad and a diaper caddy or diaper bag
Feeding gear: bottles and teats, plus a breast pump or nursing pillow if breastfeeding
Burp cloths, bibs, and muslins
Baby bath, hooded towels, and fragrance-free wash
A carrier or sling for hands-free days
A baby monitor
High chair (for later, but useful to register now)
Thermometer, nail clippers, and a basic grooming kit
A few developmental toys, board books, and a play mat
Blackout blinds or a night light
A comfortable feeding chair, or a spot set up for feeds
Gift cards or a "cash fund" for big-ticket items and post-birth needs
Practical, and easy for guests.

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