Amazon Baby Registry checklist: What to put on your registry
From bottles to bassinets, here’s what deserves a spot on the list
Quick tips
👶 Start with sleep, feeding, diapering, travel, and health and safety essentials.
👶 Choose products that fit your home, budget, and daily routine.
👶 Offer gift options at a variety of price points for friends and family.
👶 Consider protecting your eligible Amazon-bought baby essentials and more with one simple plan so you're covered if the unexpected happens.
Building a baby registry sounds exciting and simple until you're faced with hundreds of product recommendations and a growing list of things you're told you need.
At Asurion, we've helped millions of Amazon customers protect the purchases they rely on every day. Whether you're expecting, adopting, or welcoming a child another way, this Amazon Baby Registry checklist can help you focus on the essentials and plan your budget with confidence.
👶 Haven't started your registry yet? Start with our guide on how to create an Amazon Baby Registry.
Estimate your baby registry value
Most baby registries include $1,500–$3,000 worth of products, depending on the brands and items you choose.
Start with these must-haves
Every registry looks different, but most begin with five core categories:
- Sleep essentials
- Feeding supplies
- Diapering basics
- Travel gear
- Comfort, play, and safety
Once you've covered the basics, you can add nursery technology and other products that fit your lifestyle. If you're interested in registry perks like the Welcome Box, group gifting, and extended returns, learn more in our guide to Amazon Baby Registry Benefits & Welcome Box.
🧸 Sleep essentials
A safe place for your baby to sleep is one of the most important parts of any registry. Include:
- Crib or bassinet
- Firm crib mattress
- Fitted crib sheets
- Swaddles or sleep sacks
- Baby monitor
- Sound machine
- Cool-mist humidifier, if the air is dry and your pediatrician recommends one
For safe sleep, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends placing babies on a firm, flat sleep surface with a fitted sheet and no loose blankets or soft bedding.
🍼 Feeding supplies
Start with the basics and add specialty products later as you learn what works best for your baby. Include:
- Bottles and bottle brush
- Burp cloths and bibs
- Reusable breast milk storage containers or storage system, if needed
- Breast pump and accessories, if needed
- Nursing supplies (if needed)
- Highchair, for later when your baby is ready for solid foods
🧷 Diapering basics
These are the products you'll use every day during your baby's first year. Include:
- Diapers
- Wipes
- Diaper cream
- Changing table or secured changing pad
- Portable changing mat
💡 Tip: Hold off on buying large quantities of one diaper brand until you know which works best for your baby.
🚗 Travel gear
Travel products are often the biggest purchases on a baby registry, making them a good place to prioritize your budget. Include:
- Infant car seat
- Stroller
- Baby carrier
- Diaper bag
- Baby car camera or car seat mirror
Need help choosing a car seat? Use the NHTSA Car Seat Finder to find one based on your baby's age, height, and weight. Any car camera screen should be installed so it doesn’t block your view or become a driving distraction.
🌡️ Comfort, play, and safety essentials
Some of these are helpful only for a short stage or once your baby becomes more mobile. Add them now if you want gift options for later or wait until you figure out a routine. Include:
- Baby bouncer for supervised awake time
- Playard for portable play space
- Digital thermometer
- Nasal aspirator
- Baby nail clippers
- First-aid basics
- Baby-proofing supplies and/or temporary child safety gate for later
🏠 Family tech and connected nursery devices
Technology isn't required for every family, but many parents choose products that make it easier to monitor their baby and manage daily routines. Popular options include:
- Baby monitor
- Smart display
- Wi-Fi camera
- Sound machine
- Smart lights
If you decide to go with connected baby devices, be sure to brush up on ways to keep them secure.
Protect the products your growing family relies on
By now, you've probably noticed how quickly baby essentials can add up. Strollers, car seats, baby monitors, and nursery devices often represent the biggest investments on a registry. Asurion Complete Protect covers thousands of eligible Amazon purchases under one simple plan, so you can spend less time worrying about unexpected breakdowns and more time focusing on your growing family. What you get:
- Coverage for eligible mechanical and electrical failures after the manufacturer's warranty expires
- Fast repairs or reimbursements
- 24/7 expert support
- And more
Product eligibility varies by category.
FAQ
How much does a baby registry cost?
Most baby registries include $1,500–$3,000 worth of products. Learn how to maximize your savings with the Amazon Baby Registry Completion Discount.
When should I start building my Amazon Baby Registry?
Many parents begin during the second trimester, but you can start whenever it feels right for your family.
What are the most important baby registry essentials?
A safe place for your baby to sleep, feeding supplies, diapers, wipes, an infant car seat, and basic health items are among the essentials.
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