Elana's Baby Registry

"The one item I wished I would have had postpartum. Getting out of bed after c-section, or even vaginal delivery if you have one, is very difficult…"

"ESSENTIAL. I used as postpartum cart in bathroom and turned into pumping or feeding cart…"

"These or FridaMom foam! Some people prefer foam because these tend to slip (I preferred that these)."

"Have nurse or doula show you how to properly place it on!"

"These were heaven postpartum! Kept things comfortable, breathable and secured."

"The comfiest and way better than the Amazon version!!"

"You receive bottle at the hospital, but this peri bottle helps to get more surface area and better water pressure to keep things clean."

"These and the "period underwear" are so much better than Depends/Always in my opinion."

"I wish I had used this one instead of Medela brands. Besides this one, the only hands-free pump that worked well was the Medela Swing (since discontinued), and the Elvie. Elvie is only worth the price if you plan to exclusively pump, or pump at work."

"Only nursing pillow I found helpful after trying Boppy, Frida, and moon-shaped. Although …. The best nursing pillow is truly a standard pillow!"

"Will likely change uses for this many times! Great for diaper caddy, postpartum caddy, pumping caddy, mini hamper, etc. I recommend getting two..."

"Not supportive but very comfortable and soft on nippies!"

"(You can simply use coconut oil instead of a special balm!) This product warmed easily into soothing balm and not too greasy like other products."

"Surprisingly one of my most essential items for nursing / pumping."

"Used when I exclusively pumped. Put ALL milk from the day into this pitcher and mixed before giving to baby or storing in freezer bags. Easier to do this than multiple bottles/parts in the fridge!"

"Manual pump is SO great to start with or have on hand (especially when you're struggling with an electric pump and just want to toss it through a window). It allows full control of intensity, suction, and pace for sensitive nipples."

"I will be trying this one with the next baby! A lot of positives in terms of ingredients..."

"The best for burp cloths! And our baby loves to cuddle with these sometimes because they’re so soft. Make sure to get Gerber (and not gauze-like ones from other brands)"

"Goat milk can be constipating, so recommend probiotics with bottle."

"For top of extra-large mason jar."

"For boiled water for baby formula. Can make large batch and dispense as needed."

"For measuring formula, SO MUCH easier than measuring scoops!"

"The pediatrician’s gold standard for a reason… great for all babies. Recommend 6 bottles for newborn (can fill a full day’s worth of bottles in the morning). Glass bottles warm quicker in bottle warmer, as well."

"Tried natural descalers and always came back to this one for our sterilizer."

"Sterilizer with top rack needed for pump parts and teethers! Phillips Avent is a good one, but doesn’t fit large bottles that you need around 4mo."

"Wished we would have tried this formula first. This worked for us after trying Nutramigen, Allimentum, and Elecare for Kian’s reflux / cow’s milk issues. Can be constipating, so recommend adding Pre/Probiotic. We used LoveBug infant and toddler."

"Once baby gets teeth, transition to these! Kian loved them and hated most pacifiers."

"Awesome for not just pacifiers but teether toys! Clip this onto a bouncer, stroller, or chair :)"

"Not sure why, but EVERY baby is obsessed with this!!"

"Recommend keeping two pairs and kitchen shears that break apart for cleaning"

"Great for when babies after Evorie starter sippy cup."

"An actual leak-proof cup for babies learning to drink out of a cup!! We tried so many on the market and this one is BY FAR a favorite."

"Faaaaavorite. And baby can’t rip off their neck like the more common pocket bibs… be sure to Velcro these before washing or will catch on delicate clothes!!"

"I actually use this for the dining table and also at restaurants. Very easy to clean and rolls easily."

"Great for babies who want to feed themselves and refuse a spoon!!!"

"THE BEST !!!!!!!! So easy to wash (you can put the whole thing in the dishwasher if you need to!)"

"We found this way better for the long run instead of a dedicated baby drying rack. Bottle dryer is separate item (technically glass dryer)"

"For letting bottles dry"

"Worked on Kian’s very, very sensitive skin. Definitely trust recommending this."

"Gets off milk residue!"

"Best for if you switch baby monitors (most baby monitor batteries die quickly! See the Vtech option we love that has the best battery in our opinion!), and best for clipping securely to variety of places."

"I tried the Snoo and hated its shaking “soothing” motion. It just shakes the baby and has a cool app. I found this infinitely better because of the different rocking motions/settings available. This was such a sleep saver for us and a great transition to a crib…"

"Helps with organizing baby clothes, diaper drawer and swaddles! They are sturdy and actually STAY put."

"For those late night changes, feeds, or pumps! Cheaper and way easier to carry around than most lights."

"We used this like crazy! But totally optional… we moved it around the whole house so we could have supervised tummy time while doing dishes/cooking/cleaning etc. Also moved this in and out of bedroom on nights when we had the night nanny. (Also moved this while trying to find darkest/quietest room in the house). Transferred Kian (large/long baby) to the larger crib when he was 8mo old. GREAT alternative for crib at grandparents since it collapses easily!"

"For when they start doing lots of tummy time and wiggling. These are far more cushy compared to other play mats designated for kids. And more durable!"

"LOVED this, and so did baby!"

"This was a life-saver (and our nanny’s ONLY required baby product for any family she works with)! They have a place to be put while you’re doing stuff around the house, it has a bottle-feeding setting (we continue to do bottle feeds in it at 11 months), and they can sleep in it during daytime naps or occasionally difficult nights (while you’re up watching them, of course!), and can just rest/be bounced!"

"A must-have for reflux babies!"

"Good for more than just a swaddle. Use as shoulder/burp cloth, blanket in the car, blanket on-the-go, etc."

"A great one for newborns-3mo. Extra egg-shaped weight really does soothe!"

"ESSENTIAL. This is a break-through-proof swaddle that we use in conjunction with the stretchy Snuggle Me Swaddle. Keeps them feeling like they’re in a hug while sleeping :)"

"There are a million on the market. I love this one - strong Velcro and deep pockets for cups/no-spills"

"LOVE !!! My only complaint is size folded in trunk. We use it every-single-day in Florida, and has been SO worth the price tag…"

"Because you need something that you can put anywhere when you can't check the time on your phone!"

"Helps when using breastfeeding apps (you time sides!), or when you’re nap trapped and want to watch something!"

"Holy smoothing power. You’ll thank me later! So comfortable, too…"

"Tried a lot of shape wear and these are FAR superior to anything else I’ve tried. Keeps c-section shelf area completely smooth."

"For helping track ovulation postpartum. I used these with Flo app. (First few months I would recommend using these to identify which days you might be ovulating and confirm with ovulation test that shows smiley face)"

"For baby’s feet when they start using a jumper"

"Saves your back during floor time, and if you do any bottle feeds using the baby bjorn bouncer."

"We use these on top of changing pad to offer warmer changing pad surface and to control messes. Great pad for floor/bed changes as well."

"These or Pampers Pure… For sensitive skin, the best diapers because there really wick the moisture away / absorb water and help prevent diaper rash. Coterie was the softest and very absorbent but we couldn’t make them work his ultra sensitive / rash-prone skin…"

"Squishy and SO easy to clean!!!"

"Not essential but the one we prefer. (For adult wipes in bathrooms, puppy paw wipes, and for baby wipes!)"

"SO ESSENTIAL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

"For on the go changes or messy blow outs at home. We also use these at our changing table for phases of constant diaper cream use."

"Keeps ALL odors in!"

"Eventually will use at night when bottles get above 6oz each and they fill the diaper quickly."

"After many, many trials with other products, this is the ONLY one that worked on our baby's sensitive bum."

"Three words: LONG BATTERY LIFE. (And clear screen)"

"For when their tummies are growing and adjusting."

"We didn’t use this, but many many people say it’s an essential. Great to have in case you need it!"