Baby registry - I asked, you answered

Feeling much better about starting a baby registry! From soliciting advice a few days ago on my blog, to posting on a Facebook group for pregnant ladies (where I received a really good checklist), to e-mailing recently pregnant friends, I have come up with a fairly strong list. Below are key points for you, in case you're looking for tips as well.

Advice from friends:

• Jumparoo (for the baby when it's older)
• Swing that goes forward and back
• Dr. Brown’s bottles - nine of the small (4 ou.) and nine of the large (8 ou.) bottles
• Bottle warmer
• Bathtub
  
• Play pen or pack and play, one with a changing station on it
• Mirror for your car so the baby can see you since he/she sits backwards
• Bouncy seat that vibrates
• Newborn sleep gowns with had hand covers
  
• Sleep and play outfits
  
• Diaper Champ
• Gymini Melody Maker Play Mat
• Wipe warmer - didn't scream much when diapers changed because wipes were warmed
• Stroller system (car seat and stroller)
• Car seat base (so you only need one car seat)
• I was told not to register for blankets or clothes since a lot of people will buy those on their own.
  

I also listened to PregTASTIC podcast #72 - Registry Tips, Desired Gifts, and To Mini Van or Not? The must haves I picked up from listening:

• My breast friend nursing pillow – take to hospital, even though "big contraption"
• Bottles - Playtex drop-in
• Stroller - Graco metro light; Bugaboo - expensive
• Books with ratings of products - Baby Bargains & Consumer Reports

Here's a list of more generic items to put on the list:

• onesies
• burp cloths
• towels & wash cloths
• bibs
• baby monitor
• bottle cleaner
• baby nail clippers
• diaper bag
  

I'm still debating about where to register. For sure Babies R' Us, but I think I am going to register at Target, even if it is weird about returning items. I think we have to have one place that is convenient for people - maybe we'll just reinforce on the shower invitation to include the receipt (Is this kosher?). Someone else also said to remove registry items once purchased so the chances of duplication decreased.

Hope this is of use to someone and thanks to everyone who helped! Let me know if I missed anything.