Ruby & Brian's registry

Celebrant: Ruby Sinreich

Baby: el jefe (the boss)

Event Date: 2009-02-28

This is a wishlist of many of the things we expect to need in the first 6-12 months of our baby's life. In most cases, lightly used items will do just as good as new, so we are very happy to take hand-me-downs! We included examples to give you a sense of what we have in mind, don't feel compelled to buy the particular model shown or use the store we linked to.

As a general tip about our taste in fabrics and such: we like solids as well as Asian and mid-century-modern-inspired prints, but not many floral or "ethnic" patterns. We also prefer black, red, gray, brown and neutral colors rather than pastels. Since we won't know if it's a boy or girl until it's born, gender-neutral themes are best.

See our website briananruby.org for more updates on how we and the baby are doing.


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Item Description Wants Has Needs
Bedside crib/co-sleeper

This allows us to keep the baby nearby for bonding and late-night breastfeeding.

Example: Arm's reach mini co-sleeper bassinet ($150)

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Slings & wraps for carrying

Woud like a few different types. Some recommended brands include Moby, Hotslings, Maya, Ergo, and Baby Bjorn. They are availabe form many stores including Amazon.com and Target.

Where applicable sure to get a size that will either Ruby or Brian (usually a large). Many styes can be researched or bought at attachedtobaby.com.

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Breast pump

We've been given a used  Medela pump. Thanks!

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Bottles

Should be compatible with Medela Breast Pump.

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Baby monitor

Would like a nice one for home and a smaller one for travelling. Video is probably not neccesary, but, um neat-o.

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Diaper pail

Storage for dirty cloth diapers between the changing table and the washing machine. The Diaper Champ ($99) has been specifically recommended.

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Medical supplies

Like thermometer, aspirator, etc. Some places sell kits like this:

Summer Infant Complete Nursery Care Kit

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Diaper bag

Try to imagine a bag that either Brian or Ruby would feel comfortable carrying. Examples:

[re-run messenger] Fleurville Re-Run Messenger
Dad Gear Courier
DadGear Messenger
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Infant bathtub

Here are two suggestions from Amazon.com:


The First Year's Infant To Toddler Tub with Sling
 
Fisher-Price Precious Planet Whale of a Tub
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Playpen

...or pack-and-play or whatever. Mostly for bringing the baby to the office. A built-in changing table will be very handy.

Examples (in no order): Graco Pack 'n Play Playard with Bassinet & Changer ($100), Evenflo BabySuite Classic Playard with Bassinet & Changer ($60), Graco Swept Frame Pack 'n Play Portable Playard with Bassinet & Changing Table ($120)

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Boppy pillow

Got one from Nicole, thanks!

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Boppy pillow replacement cover

Already have a pillow, but would like an extra cover or two for those inevitable messy days.

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Gate

To keep the baby in one room for safety. Prefer an pressure-mounted option so it can be easily moved between rooms. Here is an example:

Summer Infant Sure and Secure Extra Tall Walk-Thru Gate

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Changing table pad & covers

We've got a dresser that will function as the changing table, just need the curved cushion that goes on top.

Here are some examples from Amazon.

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Playpen sheets 4 4 0
Bedside crib/co-sleeper sheets

Example: Mini Natural Co-Sleeper sheets

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Cool baby music

For developing a smart brain and groovy booty.

MP3 or CD.

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Housecleaning

We will both be will be exhausted and cleaning isn't our strength, so it would be great to have help or pay someone to come every week or two for the first few months. We like Green Enviro Maids, and they offer special gift certificates for new parents.

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Car seat with detachable carrier

Jenny and Jon Whaley gave us their Graco.  Thanks!

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Gift certificates

If you cant decide, we'd be happy for gift certificates to places with lot of baby stuff. Local stores are best such as The Red Hen and the boutique at our birthing center (these are also great places to find gifts).  if you're not in town, Amazon and Target are always handy as well, and we may be looking at baby furniture at Ikea.

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Changing table 1 1 0
Very cool clothes

0-6 mo size in spring/summer styles, or 6-12 mo in fall/winter styles. Great local sources include Glee Kids. Good online stores include: handmade crafts at Etsy.

Some fun stuff we've found: black sneakers.

(More suggestions to come.)

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Meals or restaurant gift certificates

We don't expect to be cooking much during those first few months.

Some of our favorite restaurants include: Margaret's, Akai Hana, Carrburritos, Mediterranean Deli, Lime & Basil, Tower Indian, Tandoor Indian, Flying Burrito.

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Toddler stroller

Thanks, Mr. & Mrs. Russell!

Quinny Buzz 3 Wheel Stroller

 

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