Baby Arriving January 2026

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"A product to start solid feedings in a way that promotes the child's autonomy and lets them be their own guide."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"With limited counter space for a sterilizing machine, we hope this sterilizer bag will come in useful for those times we can't wait on the dishwasher. Open to other brands!"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Did you know introducing solids can start as early as 4-6 months, depending on your child's development? This device seems like a stress-free way to begin."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"We so often forget to purchase the tools we need to make our lives easier."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"We've heard great things about these."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Any neutral burp cloths will do! These are an option."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Woolino sleep sacks are made from wool and cotton, making them temperature regulating. They're great for all seasons, and rated for safe sleep from two months to two years old. This means we can use the same sleep sack for nearly two years! Happy to get a hand me down Woolino, or one from second-hand children's store."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Ideally in white! We like these crib sheets because they are made from cotton. Lightly loved, cotton hand-me-down sheets are also a great gift."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"We love that this monitor does not rely on wifi, and that it would be easy to take with us on weekends away, or to visit grandparents."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Apparently the containers that wipes already come in are very hard to open. This is supposed to help make accessing wipes much easier when the baby is squirming."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"We would love to be organized parents."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Any diapers! Any size! Any brand!"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Hoping for the blue pack pictured. Will be using these on-the-go."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Sure, it looks like a frivolous purchase... but what am I going to do? Wipe, then apply the cream with my hands, then attempt to wipe that hand while still holding onto the baby, then hope I got all the cream off as I button or zip up his tiny outfit? I feel that this will avoid the sudden realization that there is butt cream everywhere."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"An easy to clean, wipeable changing pad is a must have (in our opinion)."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Open to any unscented baby wipes. The listed ones are one option."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"It's *advanced* healing. Whatever that means. Anyway, I was told this is better than buying traditional "diaper" cream."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"The stroller straps for our diaper bag! Baby stuff is like Barbie stuff; lots of small parts, many things sold separately."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"What we like about this is how simple it is, and how it folds down flat for storage!"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"We've been assured by several friends that we will want this item."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"A fan for a January baby? We intend to spend plenty of time out at the zoo and on walks in Lincoln Park when summer hits!"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Eagle-eyed browsers of this registry will have likely noticed that we purchased the Stokke Yoyo Stroller. We love it because it is so compact and light. We intend to use this bag to pack in the car for longer trips, or check it as luggage when we fly."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"A lot of people think luxury is fancy cars, or trips to tropical islands. Those people are wrong; luxury is a cup holder attached to your stroller."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"In color "Stone." A way to stay warm when mom insists on walking to wherever we have to go because she hates backing out of the tight city garage."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"I got overwhelmed by all the random little first aid things parents are supposed to have. I'm pretty sure this pack covers most of them."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"It's cute! It's like four teethers in one!"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Gotta act early and often to prevent cavities and promote good dental hygiene."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Smokey the Bear 🐻 says only you🫵 can prevent fevers 🤒 from affecting your household"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Never grape flavored. If you know, you know."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Bath time with a slippery baby sounds stressful, but having the right tools will hopefully make it easier."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Nobody wants a stinky baby!"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Gotta start the skin care young."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"For parents to kneel on while bathing the baby! Does not have to be these specifically."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"There are a lot of baby baths out there. This is one example. We would be happy to get a hand-me-down, or alternative, that you've really loved."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"We've selected a nursery set from Delta Baby. The most cost effective way to purchase the set is in a bundle. What is included: Convertible crib, crib mattress, set of crib sheets, dresser, glider chair. Total cost for bundled items: $1,500"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"A walker is one of those essential, multi-use toys that is perfect for apartment living. We love the bright colors and multiple ways to play. RIP to our cabinets when this thing really gets moving."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"These unique toys can stick on windows, trays, and tables all around the city."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"The Lovevery play gym is not just for the baby, it's for the parents as well. It comes with a booklet that shows you how to play with your child at each stage in their first year. The various flaps, cards, toys and sections of the play gym correspond with developmental stages of the first year. A fun, educational way to track and foster milestones through play."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"We actually don't own a real humidifier. Learned after a lot of reading that it's nearly essential as your child navigates through all of their first colds."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Any receiving blankets with cute prints will do! These are an option."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"A genius I know uses pacifier clips to clip soft toys onto her daughter's clothes at restaurants."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"A little light research never hurt anyone."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"Did you know that using pacifiers for sleep can reduce the risk of SIDS in the first year?"

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"The Montessori method actually has nothing to do with the fancy wooden toys people try to sell you for hundreds of dollars."

Note from Chelsea and Austin:

"In "Heather Gray." Baby wearing may seem like a fad to some seasoned parents, but this method has been utilized by cultures throughout the world for centuries. Many new parent friends have found it beneficial, especially on the go, and we would like to give it a try."