A baby registry is a list of gifts and essentials that expecting parents create to let friends and family know exactly what they need. On GiftList, you can build a universal baby registry by adding items from ANY retailer—big-box or boutique—organizing must-haves with categories like “Feeding,” “Sleeping,” and “Gear,” and sharing via a unique link so loved ones always know what to buy. Learn more in our FAQ.

GiftList is the all-in-one baby registry solution:

• Universal registry maker: Add from ANY retailer by pasting a URL or searching our catalog of thousands of baby products (with live pricing & links).
• Cross-platform apps: Available on iOS (download) and Android (download) plus desktop with real-time sync.
• Curated baby gift guides & Shop: Browse by category—like “Newborn Essentials” or “Nursery Décor”—and explore trending items in our Shop.
• AI gift finder: Use Genie for personalized baby registry suggestions based on your needs, style, and budget.
• Easy sharing & collaboration: Copy your unique registry URL or invite collaborators (co-parents, close friends) to edit—just like a Google Doc.
• Reservation system: When someone buys from your registry, that item is marked as “Purchased”—no duplicates.

Visit Create Your Baby Registry, sign up for a free GiftList account, create your baby registry by setting a name and occasion date, then add items from any site. When your registry is ready, share it using the registry's unique URL. Friends and family will be able to view your registry and reserve items without needing to create an account. Your gifts and gift givers will be hidden until you choose to reveal them on the Gift Tracker tab on your registry.

Yes—you must sign up for a free GiftList account to create and manage your registry. However, anyone with your unique link can view and reserve items without creating an account.

A complete baby registry checklist covers:

• Feeding: Bottles, sterilizer, nursing pillow.
• Sleeping: Crib, mattress, swaddles.
• Diapering: Diapers, wipes, changing pad.
• Gear: Car seat, stroller, baby carrier.
• Health & Safety: Baby monitor, first-aid kit.
• Toys & Entertainment: Soft books, rattles.

Paste a product URL from ANY online retailer and GiftList will fetch its name, image, price, and link. Or use the “Add Item” search bar to look up products from our multi-retailer catalog. You can also add items directly from our iOS/Android apps as you browse, or ask Genie for AI-powered suggestions.

Click “Share” on your registry page, copy your unique URL, and send via text, email, or social channels. Anyone with that link can view your registry and reserve items.

Yes—invite collaborators (co-parents, family members) by email or username to edit your registry together. Sharing works like a Google Doc: everyone can add, remove, or mark items as “Most Wanted” in real time.

Experts recommend starting your baby registry around 20–24 weeks (second trimester). That gives guests plenty of time before your baby shower or due date—and helps you track what’s still pending in your FAQ.

Absolutely. Create separate registries—like “Baby Registry for Twins”—or include double quantities in one registry. GiftList lets you manage multiple registries under your profile for each child.

Genie uses advanced AI to analyze your criteria (gender, nursery theme, budget) and returns a curated list of baby registry ideas with real-time product options. Try it at giftlist.com/genie.

Our Shop features trending & popular baby registry items. You can also search for any product to see options with links and real-time pricing across our thousands of GiftList retail partners.

GiftList’s free iOS & Android apps offer universal registry making, real-time sync, and collaborative editing—making it the best baby registry app for new parents in 2025.

Download the GiftList app on iOS or Android to add items, track purchases, and collaborate on the go.

Choose “Public” (searchable by name/username and visible on your profile to anyone), “Friends” (searchable & viewable only by your GiftList friends—find them at Find Friends), or “Private” (not searchable or indexed by search engines). Control who can find and view your registry.

GiftList doubles as a baby shower registry. Create your registry, invite shower guests via your unique link, and they can reserve or purchase items directly—no additional setup needed.

Balance your registry with a mix of price points: include essentials under $25, mid-range items $50–$100, and splurges $150+. This helps guests choose within their budget and ensures you get everything you need.

Yes—add, remove, or tag “Most Wanted” items at any time. Your unique link always shows the latest version, so there’s no need to re-share after updates.

Ask Genie, our AI-powered gift finder, to suggest coordinating décor items based on your theme and style.