Baby Registry Checklist

Building a baby registry can feel overwhelming when you're staring at the endless aisles of a baby store. This free interactive checklist breaks everything down into eight categories — from nursery essentials to play and development — and lets you filter by budget so you only see what's relevant to you.

Step 1: Choose Your Budget Tier

Start by selecting your budget tier at the top of the checklist. Budget shows only must-have items — the bare minimum needed to safely care for a newborn. Standard adds nice-to-have items that make daily life significantly easier. Full reveals all items including luxury picks and premium upgrades.

Step 2: Work Through Each Category

The checklist is organized into eight categories: Nursery, Feeding, Diapering, Clothing, Bathing, Travel & Gear, Health & Safety, and Play & Development. Work through each section and check off items as you add them to your registry or acquire them. Your progress is automatically saved in your browser.

Step 3: Understand the Priority Badges

Each item is labeled with a priority badge. Must-have items (red badge) are non-negotiable safety and daily care items that should be in place before baby arrives. Nice-to-have items (amber badge) are highly recommended but not strictly essential. Luxury items (purple badge) are premium options or extras that add convenience.

Step 4: Track Your Progress

The progress bar at the top shows how many visible items you've checked off. As you complete sections, the percentage updates in real time. This helps you see at a glance how close you are to having everything ready for baby's arrival.

Step 5: Print Your Registry

When you're ready to share your baby registry checklist, click the Print button. The printable version hides controls and filters for a clean, readable format. You can print it as a handout for family members or keep a physical copy to check off at the store.

Tips for Building a Great Baby Registry

Focus your registry on must-haves first and add nice-to-haves as secondary options. Include items at a variety of price points — between $10 and $200 — so guests with any budget can participate. Don't over-register for clothing, especially in newborn sizes, as babies grow out of them incredibly fast. Stick to 0–3 month and 3–6 month sizes for most clothing items.