When having Baby #2 or Baby #3 (or even further down the line), it used to be said that mothers didn't need an additional baby shower. That mindset has definitely gone by the wayside, and it's very popular now for moms to have a friend or family member host them a "baby sprinkle" (mini shower) or diaper shower. I love this practice! It acknowledges that every baby should be celebrated, and it helps the parents prepare for that baby - even if all they need are diapers, wipes, et cetera.
If you're a second-time or third-time (or beyond!) momma-to-be, you may be wondering if you should have a registry and, if so, what is appropriate to put on it. Hopefully today's blog post will help you prepare!
I do think a small registry is helpful - not just for someone who wants to gift you and baby something, but also so you have a sort of checklist as you prepare before your due date.
While most moms will only need the basics, please note that if your children are very far apart in age, you may not still have things like an in-date car seat, and adding those larger items is totally appropriate if you no longer have them or they no longer meet the safety procedures/guidelines of the day. (Recalls happen a lot - so check your bigger items to be sure they're still good to go for your new baby!)
For MOST moms who are expecting an additional child, this guide should help you add the most essential items to your registry.
- Diapers & wipes in preferred brands (I do suggest adding 2 different brands, and adding multiple in each diaper size, size 1 through size 3 or 4)
- Diaper Cream
- Infant medicines
- Care kit (such as the Safety 1st Baby Care Basics or Safety 1st Health Kit)
- Diaper genie bag refills (or diaper bags if you bag them and use a regular trash can)
- Baby lotion & soap/shampoo
- Replacement bottles, nipples, pacifiers, teethers
- Replacement safety items (IE - outlet covers, cabinet door latches, baby gates, et cet)
- If nursing/pumping: Milk storage bags, breast pads, lanolin, pump replacement parts
I do suggest going through your bibs, burp cloths, swaddles, muslin blankets & flannel receiving blankets, hooded towels, and crib sheets to make sure you have items in useable condition; if not, definitely add a few to your registry!
I do think it's totally okay and appropriate to add a couple "fun" items to the registry - a new blanket to match the nursery or personalized with the baby's initials on it, some board books you don't have yet, or a lovey that is brand new for this newest baby! For example, on our third son's registry, I added a Harry Potter baby toy that I couldn't resist, some Disney baby bib sets I just adored, and a couple books we didn't have yet.
For parents who have had more than one child: what else would you suggest restocking on and/or adding to your registry for little ones after Baby #1? Comment below - I'd love to hear from you!
Pro-Tip #1: I love Babylist, and I think it's very appropriate when you are having a first baby or, on a later child's registry, when you're having to rebuy lots of items. When you are just registering for the essentials and a few fun items, and when you're having a smaller celebration, I do suggest just choosing one store and registering there - or two if you prefer. (I registered at both Target and Walmart - our nearest city has a Target, but our smaller county area where we live only has a Walmart, and we had guests who lived in both areas.)
Pro-Tip #2: Check out Pampers' tool, Diaper Stash, if you have a need for mostly diapers! This is a free, online diaper fund that folks can add money to ($10 or more) as a gift to you. You can, through the Diaper Stash login, use those funds to order the kind and size of diaper and wipes you need when you need them. Totally free! (They're not like a sponsor or partner - this was just a cool thing I found.) you can find this service at DiaperStash.Pampers.com. (If you want to see a sample fund, feel free to look up mine by typing "Kate Miller" in the search feature.)
AJ's woodland-themed baby shower, hosted at a local historic inn by my family for family, friends & church members to attend (2018)
AJ's fox-themed baby shower hosted by my work friends when I was employed at a local college (2018)
Teddy's animal-themed baby shower hosted at my sister's by my family for family & friends (2022)
Franklin's surprise baby shower, hosted by our church's UMW/women's group at their February meeting (2024)
Franklin's brunch-time baby sprinkle hosted by my best friend at her home for family to attend (2024)
Pink-themed baby shower hosted by me for church friends in our fellowship hall (2019)
Donuts & Diapers-themed diaper shower for my best friend, hosted in my backyard (2021)
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