As a women’s health and integrative dietitian, sustainable living expert, AND mom to an energetic toddler and a new baby, I’m constantly searching for the most sustainable, non-toxic items for moms and babies. Having a baby registry filled with items that you actually need and will actually use helps you stay organized and have some control over what comes into your home when the baby arrives! And, when getting so many new items for baby, it’s a great time to choose items that are better for the environment and contain the safest ingredients.
The following list includes my favorite items that are functional and safe for you, your new baby, and the environment. I’ve broken the items down by categories to make it even easier to follow!
Sleep Essentials
- Woolino 4 Season Ultimate Baby Sleep Bag, 2 months-2 years (register for 2)
- 100% Cotton newborn swaddle: Aden + Anais Swaddle, Organic Halo Swaddle, SwaddleMe Original Organic Swaddle, Aden + Anais Swaddle Blankets
- The Sustainable Baby Co. MoonBay™ for lounging, resting, playing (+ 1 extra cover)
- 100% Silicone pacifiers: Boon jewel, Kiinde Active Latch Pacifier, Ryan & Rose Pacifier
- The Sustainable Baby Co. Baby Lounger
- The Sustainable Baby Co. Body Pillow (great for mama and as a bumper in a toddler bed)
Furniture
- Naturepedic Crib Mattress
- Naturepedic Organic Crib Sheets (register for 2)
- Naturepedic Mini Crib Mattress
- Halo BassiNest (if not getting the 3-in-1 crib) + Breathable Mattress
Feeding Essentials
- The Sustainable Baby Co. MoonWomb™ breastfeeding pillow
- The Sustainable Baby Co. Travel MiniMoon™ pillow (also serves as a great travel pillow)
- Mason Bottle Glass bottles Essentials Set
- Silicone bags for breastmilk storage: Zip Top, Haakaa, Junobie, Momcozy, Purifyou, and Nuliie
- Breastmilk storage trays: Tiny Tot Innovations, WeeSprout, HIWOOD
- Mason Bottle glass bottles (DIY kit is a great option)
- Stokke Tripp Trapp® Chair + Newborn Set
- Tiny Cup & Straw Set by EZPZ
- Mini Mat by EZPZ
- Tiny Spoon by EZPZ
- Silicone Feeders/Teethers
- Aden + Anais Burp Cloths
- Majka Lactation Protein Powder & Lactation Bites for mama
Travel Essentials
- Car seat made without flame retardants and other chemicals: Nuna Exec, Nuna Pipa Lite, Uppa Baby MESA
- Solly Baby Carrier
- Kyte Baby Ring Sling
- Wildbird Buckle Carrier
- Bumbleride stroller
- Lotus travel cot by Guava
- Slumberpod
Everyday Essentials
- Organic cotton cloth wipes
- Natural clothes made with low impact dyes: Little Lentil, Nui Organics, Colored Organics, Kyte Baby, Under The Nile, Finn + Emma, Monica & Andy, Parade Organics
- Toki activity mat
- Lovevery Play Set
- Rose & Rex wooden toys
Diapering & Skincare
- Esembly cloth diapers
- Organic cotton cloth wipes
- Naturepedic Diaper Changing Table Pad & Cover
- HealthyBaby Diapers
- HealthyBaby Shampoo & Body Wash Concentrate
- Kudos diapers
- Dyper diapers + ReDyper program to compost used diapers
- Babo Botanicals Fragrance Free Shampoo & Wash
- Esembly Everything Balm (can use to moisturize baby and as a nipple and belly balm for mom)
Subscriptions/Gift Cards
- Loop (to rent baby toys and gear- you can set up a whole registry through Loop)
- Cloth Diaper Laundry Service in your area: Diaperkind (NYC, NJ, Austin, Long Island), Luludew (LA)
- UpChoose (organic clothing rental subscription)