essential registry list??

I found this in an old post. And don't stress too much, they give you a sample list at the store.

Gear
Rear-facing infant car seat or infant-toddler (convertible) car seat
Portable crib or playard
Sling or soft carrier
Stroller (look for one with full recline)


Safety
Monitor
Safety gate


Diapering
Diapers
If cloth diapers, plastic pants and/or Velcro covers (6 to 12)
Diaper bag
Diaper pail and liners
Rash ointment and powder
Wipes (at least 2 packs at all times)


Layette (for newborn to 6 months)
Absorbent bibs (4 to 8)
Booties or socks (3 to 6 pairs)
Gowns or stretchies (5 to 7)
Hats (2 to 4)
Homecoming outfit
One-piece, footed rompers or tops/pant sets (5 to 7)
Shirts and one pieces (6 to 8)
Receiving blankets (4 to 6)
Sweaters (2)
Snowsuit or bunting and warm hat (for winter babies)
T-shirts or kimonos (3 to 4)

Nursery
Changing pads (2 to 4)
Changing table
Crib or bassinet
Crib bedding set
Crib blankets (4 to 8)
Crib mattress
Dresser/armoire
Fitted sheets (2 to 4, cotton and/or flannel)
Fleece blanket (1 more if you live in a cold climate)
Glider and ottoman or rocker
Hamper
Mattress pad (2)
Mobile
Waterproof crib liner


Baby Care
Brush and comb
First aid supplies
Nail clippers
Thermometer
Humidifier/vaporizer


Toys & Activity
Bouncer seat
Stroller, crib, or car-seat toys (2 to 3)
Swing
Rattles and Teethers (2 or more)
Developmental Toys
Gym or playmat
Jumper or stationary entertainer

Feeding
Bottles (6 to 8 of various sizes) and nipples
Breast pads, shields, and cream
Lap pads (4 to 6) and burp cloths (3 to 4)
Breast pump
Dishwasher caddy
Highchair (not needed until your child is eating solids at approximately 4 to 6 months)
Infant spoons (3 to 4)
Nursing pillow
Spill-proof cups (1 to 2)
Bottle sterilizer


Bathing
Baby lotion
Bathtub or contoured sponge (to fit in standard bath tub)
Bath (or waterproof) toys
Gentle shampoo or body wash
Hooded terry cloth towels (2)
Washcloths (2 to 3)


Books, Music & More
Books on pregnancy and childbirth, breastfeeding and parenting
Colorful board books for baby
Classical or lullaby music
Camera (digital, video, or film)
Baby book