Inside Brooklyn Stroll Club Founder Joe Gonzales’s Dad-Approved Registry
The dad and community builder shares the baby gear he and other dads reach for again and again.
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When Joe Gonzales became a father, he found himself looking for community—so he started Brooklyn Stroll Club, a group where dads could connect, swap advice and support each other through fatherhood.
Gonzales stopped by the Babylist New York Showroom for the grand opening, and we chatted with him about the baby gear he can’t live without. He knows firsthand that building a registry can get overwhelming fast—especially when everyone has a different opinion about what’s actually useful.
His advice? Focus on what makes everyday life with a baby a little easier. A carrier that keeps your baby close while leaving your hands free. A diaper bag that keeps all that extra stuff organized. And when it comes to bottles and diapers, Gonzales is all for trying a few options—you won’t always know what works for your baby until they’re here.
Here are the baby products Gonzales and other dads in the Brooklyn Stroll Club community reach for most.
BabyBjörn Baby Carrier Harmony - Silver
From $180.99"One of the best things you can have as a dad is the ability to keep your baby close while still having your hands free. A carrier becomes one of those things you reach for constantly."
"You really don’t know what bottle your baby is going to like until they’re here."
"Just like bottles, you may have to try a few diapers before figuring out what works best for your baby."
"You’re going to carry way more stuff than you think, so having everything organized and easy to find makes getting out with your baby much less stressful."
Ingenuity Cozy Spot Reversible Duvet Activity Gym - Harbor Haven
From $69.99"Having somewhere comfortable to put your baby down while they stretch, play and start exploring becomes part of everyday life pretty quickly. "
Nanit Pro Smart Baby Monitor and Floor Stand - White
From $289.99"Especially in those early months, you’re probably going to want to check on your baby constantly. Having a good monitor gives you a little peace of mind without having to walk into the room every five minutes and risk waking them up."
"Nuna has been a part of our lives since we had our son. As a new parent, you want a stroller that you can trust!"
"Basically, your stroller home base. Phone, keys, wipes, snacks, pacifiers and everything else you need to grab quickly while you’re out. "
