How to Create the Perfect Amazon Baby Registry

Creating an Amazon Baby Registry is one of the best things you can do before your little one arrives. Here's how to make yours count.

Why Amazon?

Amazon's Baby Registry has the widest selection, easy returns (90 days!), a completion discount (15% off remaining items), and a free welcome box. Most importantly, your friends and family already shop there.

Step 1: Create Your Registry

Go to [amazon.com/baby-reg](https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg) and click "Create a Baby Registry." You'll need an Amazon account. Fill in your baby's expected arrival date and a few details.

Step 2: Add the Essentials First

Start with the big-ticket items that guests are most likely to contribute toward:

**Car seat** — non-negotiable from day one

**Stroller** — consider a travel system that pairs with your car seat

**Baby monitor** — video monitors give peace of mind

**Bassinet or crib** — where baby will sleep the first months

Step 3: Add Consumables

These are affordable gifts that get used up quickly — great for guests with smaller budgets:

Diapers (multiple sizes — you'll go through Size 1 fast)

Wipes (buy in bulk)

Swaddle blankets

Burp cloths (you need more than you think)

Onesies in 0–3 and 3–6 month sizes

Step 4: Link to Your Baby Bids Pool

Once your registry is created, copy your sharing URL from [amazon.com/baby-reg/share](https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/share) and paste it into your Baby Bids pool settings. Your guests will see a "Shop the Registry" button right on your pool page.

Pro Tips

**Add items in multiple price ranges** — $10–$30, $30–$75, and $75+

**Use the Amazon app** to scan items in stores

**Check reviews carefully** for safety items (car seats, monitors, sleep products)

**Update your registry regularly** as you receive gifts

Happy registering!