It takes a lot of preparation to welcome a baby into the world. To some extent, baby gift registries ensure that the parents will receive useful gifts rather than well-meant yet inappropriate presents. Gift registries also make it easier for the friends of the parents to get something for the newborn. Instead of coming up with the same blanket or rattle or a toy that everyone else would have also tried to get for the baby, each present will be different and also something that would be genuinely needed by the parents.

Registering for gifts for the baby needs to be done before the baby shower. The baby shower is usually hosted by the friends or close relatives of the new baby. The registry can be drawn up either in-store or online. Many popular stores have their registries online. All the expectant parents need to do is register themselves on the site and start choosing items for their wish-list.

There are a number of items that can make up the list