baby registry regrets // Part 1: stroller, car seat, nursery & feeding must-haves

6 months after having a baby, I’d like to share my baby registry - what I can’t live without (and why!) and what I regret buying. If there is ONE takeaway from this video, it’s this:
Your registry doesn’t have to be perfect, and that’s okay.
It’s impossible to know everything you and the baby need until you actually have the baby! Discovering who your baby is, what they like and don’t like, and what you are capable of as a new mother is a gradual and beautiful process that goes far beyond the registry.
👇 Part 2: postpartum care, baby care, diapering, toys & books
• baby registry regrets ...
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This video is not sponsored.
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⭐️ All products mentioned in the video, in order of mentioning:
Nuna Pipa bit.ly/3FsCm8N
Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller bit.ly/3KX6F8D
JJ Cole Bundle Me amzn.to/399WT61
Driver’s Baby Mirror amzn.to/399X4yd
Love To Dream Swaddle UP amzn.to/396CAq7
Love To Dream Swaddle Up Transition Bag amzn.to/3sqSXEK
HALO Sleepsack Swaddle amzn.to/399ggMw
HelloBaby Baby Monitor amzn.to/38kNDvz
Yogasleep Travel Sound Machine amzn.to/3wdOFBv
OXO Tot Bottle Brush with Stand amzn.to/3snZjok
OXO Tot Space Saving Drying Rack amzn.to/3snXS9t
Dr. Brown's Options+ Glass Baby Bottles amzn.to/3KX8671
Dr. Brown’s Options+ Premie Nipples amzn.to/3yoPk5M
Philips Avent Natural Baby Bottles amzn.to/3kTPt9p
Hakkaa Manual Breastpump amzn.to/3wgQgqj
Breast Milk Freezer Storage Trays amzn.to/3wgYnDd
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[@melanievaldez8427]

I am currently pregnant first time mom, I have watch a lot of videos and I have to say I was so sad that you don’t have more videos!!! I literally laughed and you were so informative and real! I loved this video thank you so much for sharing I hope you make more videos!!!!

[@christywatung4348]

Exactly same story here!! Please make more! ☺️

[@susieqly08]

Agreee!!!

[@ciarache]

Seriously! So great! No fluff.

[@courtneybrooke7075]

I have watched soooo many videos similar to this and yours has been my favorite so far! I feel like your advice is so realistic and breaking it up into different videos is so helpful. This wasn’t near as overwhelming/information overload like a lot of the others out there! Keep it up, mama. 👏👏

[@lina.p]

Loved hearing all your reasons! Thought I'd give my research/reasons. I have 2 kids, hope this helps others. 1. Loved the same car seat especially the dream drape and for all the reasons you said. It's worth mentioning that an infant one is not a necessity, can get a convertible instead. Also need to consider if you want it to be compatible with stroller and what adapters work. 2. I also got a double stroller but uppababy vista. 3. I got a diff cover for the infant car seat because the ones that go under the baby are not safe. And you're suppose to take it off in the car to prevent overheating. 4. Those can be a hazard in a car crash so this is parental discretion but I wanted to see baby. 5. I didn't use these but halo sleepsack and love it because of its versatility but can possibly be warm for summer babies. 6. Some people just need an audio monitor. I'd say if you travel a lot it's worth getting an non wifi one. This one took a lot of research for me. 7. Love my dreamegg portable sound machine. 8. First bottle mentioned are actually terrible for breastfeeding babies even though they're marketed for that reason! I hear dr Brown are a pain to clean. Each baby is so different so this also took a lot of research. And agree on the paced bottle feeding. 9. You're so right and they're totally optional. I didn't use it much for mine but I know a couple people who have used it a lot. 10. That brush is THE BEST, they're top tier. 11. Wish I had got this drying rack first. 12. 100% haaka, didn't know about those trays.

[@tilarfifield2407]

First time mom here. My son is 6 weeks old today 🥺 Our breastfeeding journey was rough and short lived I’m sad to say. We had lots of issues but the biggest was weight gain for my son. I was using the Haakaa religiously every time I nursed him and I was also able to get a pretty good freezer stash in the beginning. What I didn’t know until we saw a lactation consultant was that I was taking milk away from him before he got to it. So all that milk I was able to store up was actually supposed to be going to him, not just extra let down that would’ve been wasted. I’m not sure if it’s well known that you don’t use the Haakaa on the side baby hasn’t gotten to yet, or if that’s not usually an issue with other women. I was having a supply issue on top of it so it could’ve just been an issue for us. I did suction it on pretty well to my breast to extract more (that’s how I saw another lactation consultant using it on KZbin. You squeeze the reservoir area, flip the flange back and put it on that way). I’m not sure if that’s how you are supposed to put it on that way. My thinking was if I was “taking that milk away” then my body would think I needed more. Clearly it was an issue for my son and I. So basically my comment is just to say I did love the Haakaa while I used it, but I kind of starved my son without realizing it. I think it’s a great product just make sure you are using it properly and don’t be a silly lady like me. Like I said I’m a new mom and we are trying our best over here!!

[@manizahossain7915]

Another first time prego here, and this video has taught me so much-especially the breastfeeding info! I have seriously watched So many videos on KZbin, but I found this one particularly helpful. Please make more if you can!

[@juiiceenesss]

Loved this video!! Can’t wait to see more! I’m a first time mom and heading into my third trimester and have been working on my registry. Thanks so much!!

[@lalasland_]

Such good information!! Not overly talkative, straight to the point. And I love the bottle and feeding information. Thank you sooo much for making this video!!

[@caseyjones542]

I just have to say that I Absolutely love you. You're whole style. You are so obviously genuine and just intelligent. You got that common sense girl! Love love love!

[@desireabirbeck8233]

We NEED a part 2. I love you already! ❤️

[@itssheabutter]

What a gold mine of a channel ❤️❤️ I hope you post more soon. I see your latest video is about your mental health, so I hope you’re doing well and wishing you the best. ❤

[@laura-theexplorer]

Thanks so much for your thorough explanations about the products - super helpful!

[@ariannabaker2855]

So straight forward! Please keep making videos 🤍

[@petyailieva5685]

Dear Tian, you radiate positive energy! I wish I could see more videos from you!

[@tianwoodard]

aww thank you!!! more is coming please subscribe ❤

[@jelenaciaralli]

"Just hearing him" LMAO!!!

[@ciarache]

Thanks for the info about the bottle. Just added it to my registry .

[@CanDancee13]

One of the first videos that was actually really helpful! Subscribed:)

[@starlessstephtx]

25 weeks pregnant with my second baby, (a girl!) I have a 3 year old Son and I have been checking out "must have" videos to see if anything has changed much and to get advice from other Mommas. I really appreciate you mentioning flame retardants because I do my best to avoid the toxic nonsense, too. I am going to subscribe because I appreciate your vibe, for a lack of a better word. My mom brain is foggy. Hope you have a great day!

[@brookesosa5032]

Thank you sooooo much for sharing this information. I found it super helpful and your editing is really clever and funny! I just subscribed to your channel and I am looking forward to learning more from your content! 🥰

[@elizabethlebaron9545]

This is one of the better reviews I've come across.

[@stevierobertson863]

I appreciate the nerd out review! Haha thanks for the video!

[@meredithcolias-pete5421]

You just return what you don’t use or doesn’t work. I combed ALL the internet advice and most of it went by the wayside when reality hit. ps - love your videos, very down to earth

[@emilyahler5396]

I came across your channel after watching a few “baby must haves” videos. I’ve got to say, I hope you post part 2! Just part 1 was so real and helpful. All the other videos I’ve watched have the most expensive items on their “essentials” and I’m thinking, really?! That’s a must have? You really reinforced my thoughts on swaddles (hold off until birth) and not needing the hatch. The thought process behind the baby bottles was helpful, too. Please keep posting! 🙂

[@mylahayes3178]

This is super helpful!

[@sheenachante]

Paced bottle feeding. Smart! Thank you.

[@angelicamendes6939]

Very helpful and informative

[@NataliaAndrea]

I would say if you’re planning on having another kid in the future you should get a stroller that can convert Into a two baby stroller. Cause I’m currently pregnant with my second and now I have to get a whole new stroller that fits two kids. Like yea my son is almost 2 but there’s times when we just need him ti be chilling in a stroller

[@mehnazh7]

Some feedback: The audio is a little fuzzy. I couldn’t keep listening but was looking forward to it when I tried watching. ❤️

[@danai4117]

Yes finally what's up with the strollers? Some of the very expensive options just don't justify the price. I feel your sadness about how breastfeeding went, ours also ended very early and it can be really disappointing.

[@IllyrianPrinces00]

I used avant 0 nipple till about 6-7 months. My kids never had issues with confusion.

[@jaelrobinson]

I’m definitely subscribing to your channel ❤

[@jilly82]

I love it. You are so funny

[@ASMRKay_]

Hakka is a pump NOT a milk collector (that’s what their lady bug does)

[@tatianahawaii13]

Very helpful

[@K1k1Ktina]

You are soooo cute and funny. You made me laugh few times and I am non laughing person. ❤️❤️❤️

[@K1k1Ktina]

@@tianwoodard true. We all need love, hugs and laughter ❤️🌷

[@livevery12345]

Very helpful video!

[@angelpantsflyy]

Hi! First time pregnant mom, would you be able to do a video on how you freeze/store your breast milk using the milk trays and bags? I’m trying to find the best sustainable way and not use those small single use disposable bags

[@aniciabrown3297]

Any car seat except safety first… they are so hard to handle!

[@LorenaMoraes]

You're so funny 😁

[@hopejohns218]

cool

[@aniciabrown3297]

I do not like the Hakka, I kept knocking it with my arm or baby, Elvie has a much cooler design now that you can put in your bra to catch the milk.