Congratulations are in order—you have a little one on the way! There’s plenty of preparation to be done for your new arrival, but we’re here to help. Once you set up your Macy’s Baby Registry, our baby registry checklist can guide you on all you need before that very special delivery. So, where to start? There’s no wrong order, but the baby checklist can definitely give you an inkling on essential baby shower gifts to add to your registry.

If you want to start small (literally), you can begin by building baby’s tiny wardrobe! We have plenty of baby girl & boy clothes to keep them comfy and oh-so adorable. And don’t just stop at newborn clothes, because they DO grow up so fast. We recommend registering for different stages of your baby’s life to set you up for every step of the way.

It also helps to get the major baby gear out of the way when registering, which includes taking care of their transportation: you want to invest in a stroller, car seat, and baby carrier so they’re safe and snug on the go. If you don’t know what’s right for your infant’s needs, feel free to check out our buying guides. Baby blankets and swaddles are also must-haves for both home and adventuring out with your precious bundle.

And OF COURSE you’ll want to set up their bedroom as well! We carry all the necessary nursery furniture, including bassinets, cribs, changing tables, “aww”-worthy decor, and more. We also have an amazing selection of toys and books to make learning and playtime fun.

But those are just the absolute basics when it comes to getting prepared, so check out our baby essentials checklist to make sure you get everything you need for this special new beginning.