Need registry help please

So I'm finally getting around to starting my registry but I don't know how much of certain things I'll need. Does anyone have a good list of what you need to register for? For example, I know I'll need bottles, but how many?

Also, which stroller and car seat did you register for?

This is what they have listed on the babies r us website for first time parents! HTH!

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 or journal

eta. I wish I could help about what stroller to register for. I started off with the newborn kind that comes with the carseat.. it was HORRIBLE. They dont even sell it anymore. It took me 3 more strollers before I finally gave up and bought a Peg pergo Venezia. A little pricey but I well worth it. I wish I just bought that one instead of wasting so much $$$ on the other ones

Thanks!! I feel so clueless about this stuff that I don't want to register or buy anything expensive because I don't even know if it's necessary!

I'm considering the Graco stroller with the carrier/snap car seat thingie. It's called the Quattro Travel System or something like that. Is that like what you got that you weren't happy with?

I have the peg perego infant seat and the venezia stroller...when I go to the stores I just put the car seat in the shopping cart...he uses the stroller by itself all the time 'around town'. It is heavy, but it does fit in the trunk nicely when we have traveled with it. We also picked up a combi ultra light for when he gets bigger...

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Posted by CarrieAnn

as for bottles...I registered for a starter set of Dr. browns and a started set of advent ( 3 of each)...you have to see what will work best for your child, so I would suggest registering for a small amount of the type you think you might like to use, whatever that type might be...

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Thanks - I definitely registered for the Dr. Browns - my friend swears by those. But you are right about registering for 2 kinds. I'm going to look into the Peg Perego strollers.

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Posted by JimmysBride

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Posted by CarrieAnn

as for bottles...I registered for a starter set of Dr. browns and a started set of advent ( 3 of each)...you have to see what will work best for your child, so I would suggest registering for a small amount of the type you think you might like to use, whatever that type might be...

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Thanks - I definitely registered for the Dr. Browns - my friend swears by those. But you are right about registering for 2 kinds. I'm going to look into the Peg Perego strollers.

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IMO its definitly worth it!!
Yes the one you are talking about is similar to mine but a different brand. Stupid me went with my mom to pick it out and of course I didnt look up any of the reviews on the website and instead picked out the one we thought 'looked' the best
Anthony is already 2 years and a few months and even though he isnt always thrilled about being in a stroller when he can just run around he seems to really love this ones!!!

Some of the other kinds I tried were soooo hard to push around!! ( when he was smaller and light as a feather!!) My hands and arms would be tired after walking around the mall pushing that thing!!!
My sister also has the Peg Pergo Piliko (sp?? the same one mentioned above) and like me went through 3 strollers before buying it. She LOVES her peg. Her son is 2 1/2 years old and about 45 pounds and she still hasnt had a problem

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Posted by JimmysBride

Thanks!! I feel so clueless about this stuff that I don't want to register or buy anything expensive because I don't even know if it's necessary!

I'm considering the Graco stroller with the carrier/snap car seat thingie. It's called the Quattro Travel System or something like that. Is that like what you got that you weren't happy with?

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That's the stroller I registered for - DH's 2 cousins who just had babies have it and SWEAR by it! The car seat pops out nice and easy and it folds up in one quick step.

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Posted by jcndd

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Posted by JimmysBride

Thanks!! I feel so clueless about this stuff that I don't want to register or buy anything expensive because I don't even know if it's necessary!

I'm considering the Graco stroller with the carrier/snap car seat thingie. It's called the Quattro Travel System or something like that. Is that like what you got that you weren't happy with?

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That's the stroller I registered for - DH's 2 cousins who just had babies have it and SWEAR by it! The car seat pops out nice and easy and it folds up in one quick step.

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I also registered for a Graco...and have only heard good things... I liked the Peg Perego too, but I couldn't get myself to register for something so expensive- my family wouldn't be able to buy it.