Feeding
- Bottles (newborn and stage 2 nipples)
- Bottle brush and drying rack
- Burp cloths (8 to 12)
- Bibs
- Breast pump and storage bags (if pumping)
- Nursing pillow
- Nursing bras and pads
- Formula (if formula feeding)
- Pacifiers
Sleep
- Bassinet or crib
- Firm mattress and 2 to 3 fitted sheets
- Swaddles (4 to 6)
- Sleep sacks
- White noise machine
- Blackout curtains
- Baby monitor
Diapering
- Newborn and size 1 diapers
- Wipes (unscented, sensitive)
- Diaper cream
- Changing pad and covers
- Diaper pail and refills
- Diaper bag
Bath and skincare
- Infant bathtub
- Hooded towels and washcloths
- Baby wash and shampoo
- Baby lotion
- Nail clippers or file
- Soft hairbrush
- Nasal aspirator and saline drops
Clothing (0 to 3 months)
- 6 to 8 onesies
- 6 to 8 footed pajamas
- 4 to 6 pairs of socks
- 2 to 3 hats
- 2 to 3 swaddle blankets
- Going-home outfit
- Seasonal layers (jacket, mittens, sun hat)
Gear
- Infant car seat (installed before delivery)
- Stroller compatible with car seat
- Baby carrier or wrap
- High chair (for 4 to 6 months)
- Playmat and rattles
- Bouncer or swing
Health and safety
- Digital thermometer
- Infant first aid kit
- Baby-safe laundry detergent
- Outlet covers and cabinet locks
- Smoke and CO detectors
For mom
- Postpartum pads and mesh underwear
- Peri bottle
- Comfortable robe and slippers
- Nursing tanks
- Snacks and water bottle
Conclusion
Use this baby registry checklist as your starting point and personalize it for your lifestyle, budget, and feeding plan. You don't need everything before baby arrives — focus on the newborn essentials first.