Newborn Essentials – Baby Registry Ideas
Congratulations on the upcoming addition to your family! As you prepare for the arrival of your little one, creating a thoughtful and practical baby registry is a crucial step. I’ve curated a list of newborn essentials I’ve used and loved to help you build a comfortable and convenient space for your baby. Explore these must-have items, each carefully selected to make your parenting journey a little smoother.
Changing Essentials
A+D Original Ointment has always been effective in preventing any diaper rash on my daughters!
Hatch Changing Pad which is also a scale I have found amazing to track your baby’s growth. It connects to your smart phone and saves the information right in the app. It is also helpful if you’re breastfeeding, to give you peace of mind on how much milk they are getting in those early days by weighing them before and after a nursing session!
Munchkin® Waterproof Changing Pad Liners make any diaper messes a breeze to clean up.
Make changing time a breeze with these newborn essentials!
Monitoring
eufy Security Spaceview Video Baby Monitor When choosing a monitor, my husband and I did a lot of research. We chose this one because it is not dependent on WiFi so we wouldn’t have to worry about connection. We have been pleased with this monitor for 2 years now, and just added another camera for our second baby, they both work together with the same monitor!
Sleeping Comfort
3 in 1 Baby Bassinet, Bedside Sleeper The bedside bassinet that I have is no longer available, but this one is very similar! It is so handy in those early weeks to be able to have baby next to your bed for those frequent night time feeds.
Ely’s & Co. Adjustable Baby Swaddle Blanket These Velcro swaddles are one of my favorites; they are so stretchy and soft!
Hatch Rest Baby Sound Machine I love this sound machine that can also be a clock and sleep trainer, so it grows with your baby! I recently have utilized the custom light colors for my two year old to know when it’s time for sleep and when it’s time to wake up.
Milliard Memory Foam Crib Mattress This crib mattress has served us well and is a good medium price point! It has a firm side for baby, and a softer side for toddlers.
Crib Mattress Protector Pad Waterproof I like having that extra layer of protection from this mattress pad for any diaper leaks through the night, making cleaning up messes quick and easy!
mushie Extra Soft Muslin Fitted Crib Sheet I’ve gotten several of these soft and comfortable muslin crib sheets. They come in so many colors, you’re bound to find the perfect ones for your nursery theme!
Ensure your baby sleeps soundly with these newborn sleep essentials!
Feeding and Soothing
Comotomo Natural Feel Baby Bottles While breastfeeding and adding in a bottle, these bottles were a winner for us! I love that they are easy to clean, and you can get slow flow bottle nipples to ensure baby doesn’t get too much milk too quickly. This helped my daughter adjust to the bottle since she was used to breastfeeding only. For a list of my top breastfeeding essentials visit this blog post!
Yoofoss Muslin Burp Cloths for Baby 10 Pack These are the best burp cloths for the price! They are absorbent, come in a large quantity, and have great color selections! Definitely an everyday newborn essential item!
MAM Original Matte Baby Pacifier My oldest daughter loved a pacifier, but my youngest has never taken one. For my first, we tried several kinds of pacifiers, she loved the MAM brand! I liked the matte colors!
Ingenuity InLighten Baby Swing The infant swing I used is no longer available, but this one is very similar! This was an essential newborn item for us in those early weeks for my first daughter, she was not a good sleeper. She always wanted held to sleep, so this swing was useful in freeing up our arms when needed during the day! For my second daughter, the baby swing came in use when tending to my toddler, I could place her in the swing when needed for a safe, soothing place to rest.
Bath Time
Boon Soak 3 Stage Baby Bathtub This bathtub is so easy to clean and works for every stage until they are big enough to sit in the big bathtub! We loved that the seat flips around to grow with them.
Pipette Baby Shampoo and Body Wash Out of all the baby washes I have tried, Pipette has been my favorite. It’s moisturizing and comes in light scents, or unscented!
Health and GroominG
haakaa Baby Nail File Electric Baby Nail Care This nail file is perfect for babies and toddlers. Especially those delicate newborn fingers, this is easy to use and gentle on baby. This is a must have newborn item!
Electric Baby Nasal Aspirator This is by far the best nasal aspirator I have used. It works effectively for any kind of stuffiness. Use the low suction on just everyday mucus, and the high suction for that hard to get gunk! I also love that it is easy to clean!
Frida Baby NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator Runner up for nasal aspirator is this affordably priced, manual suction one. Perfect for the every day mucus newborns tend to get stuffed up with.
On-the-Go Essentials
Chicco KeyFit® 30 ClearTex® Infant Car Seat I have no complaints with this infant carseat. Both of my daughters have been comfortable in it and Chicco has strollers it pairs with. We liked this jogging stroller, it rides so smooth! We now have this double stroller that we also love!
Shynerk Baby Car Mirror, Safety Car Seat Mirror for Rear Facing Infant This mirror is easy to install, easy to clean, simple and effective!
Cozy Cover Infant Car Seat Cover Both of my babies were born in the winter and this car seat cover is so helpful in keeping them warm and cozy! It stays put, and easy to unzip to get baby in and out without taking it off the car seat.
Hatch Rest Go | Portable Sound Machine for Babies and Kids This portable sound machine I love because it has all the sounds the nursery Hatch sound machine has. It comes in multiple color options, easy to operate, and stays charged for a long time! Great for the hospital stay, traveling, or even at home!
Itzy Ritzy Dream Convertible Diaper Bag Tote Backpack – Baby Diaper Bag I’ve tried a few diaper bags, and this by far is my favorite! Great for packing for baby and toddler. I love all the inside and outside pockets, plus it is so comfortable to carry! This is one of my favorite newborn essential items!
Ely’s & Co. Cotton Muslin Swaddle Blanket 1-Pack This swaddle blanket is so soft and comes in so many cute prints! I also like to pack a swaddle blanket in my diaper bag for on the go in case I need a cover to nurse, or a light blanket for baby!
Adorable Apparel
Simple Joys by Carter’s Baby Girls’ 2-Way Zip Thermal Footed Sleep and Play I have found Carter’s brand to fit and wash well. Both of my daughters wore sleepers similar to these a lot as newborns. I like that they are one piece, easy to change and hold baby in. I also love the 2-way zippers making diaper changes a breeze!
Simple Joys by Carter’s Baby Girls’ Long-Sleeve Bodysuit Another clothing item worn a lot are onesies. As newborns – and as they start to crawl, onesies are easy to wear and expose their legs so as they start to move around they can get a feel for their surroundings at home!
I hope this curated list helps you create the perfect registry for your little one. Click on the affiliate links to explore and purchase these newborn essentials, and feel free to share your thoughts or ask questions in the comments section below. Please be aware that the provided links are affiliate links, and I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This supports the creation of valuable content for new parents. Thank you for your support!
