Not Sure Which Baby Products Your Baby Will Like? Start Here

There is no universally "best" bottle. What works depends on your baby's latch, whether you're combo feeding and individual preference—which your newborn hasn't yet had the chance to express. Our original Bottle Box includes five plastic or silicone bottle picks that give you a good starting point. 

Glass bottles have had a real resurgence—41% of Babylist parents told us they prefer glass over plastic in our most-loved products survey last year.  Their reasoning included: they don't absorb odors or colors like plastic options might, they're easy to sterilize and some families appreciate not having to think about plastic leaching when bottles are heated. But glass and baby can also sound a bit intimidating, so this box gives you a practical way to explore a few glass bottle options before committing to a full set.

Stocking up on diapers before your baby arrives is practical—but locking into one brand before knowing how they fit, how absorbent they are or how your baby's skin responds can be a gamble. This box lets you test a few popular diaper brands, plus some parent-favorite wipes, to find what works best. It contains size 1 diapers from each brand, and though their size ranges differ, they'll typically fit babies weighing 8-14 lbs.

Many babies experience diaper rash at some point. Having the right cream on hand when it happens—and finding one that works for your baby—makes the whole experience less stressful. You'll get a chance to try different formulas, from pastes to ointments, along with a variety of formats like tubes, jars and sprays.

Swaddling can be a helpful calming technique for newborns. For some babies, it can recreate the cozy feeling of being held and help reduce those dramatic startle reflex wakeups. The challenge? Not every baby likes the same swaddle style and not every caregiver wants to master a traditional blanket wrap at 2 a.m. The Swaddle Box lets you try a variety of styles—from classic wraps to zip-up and Velcro options—so you can figure out what works for your baby and your routine.

Some babies take a pacifier immediately, while others need to try a few before finding one they'll accept. And some refuse them entirely—but you won't know that until you try! Pacifier shape, nipple material and shield design all affect whether a baby will take to it. This box covers the main nipple shapes (round, orthodontic, flat) and both silicone and natural rubber—the two variables that often matter most for acceptance.

There are some baby essentials you hope you won't need right away—but you'll be glad to have them when the moment comes. From trimming tiny nails to checking a temperature or clearing a stuffy nose, this kit brings together everyday health and grooming basics in one place. Instead of scrambling to order supplies when your baby has their first sniffle, you'll have a collection of useful tools ready to go.

You can never start reading to your baby too early. Story time builds connection, creates routines and gives you a chance to slow down together—even when your baby is still more interested in chewing on the book than listening to it. This box includes a curated collection of board books that make it easy to start building your baby's first library. 

Okay, teething probably seems far off when you’re still building your registry, but it has a way of sneaking up on you. Having a variety of teethers (with different textures and shapes) gives you more tools to offer relief, and keeps things interesting as your baby's needs change through different teething stages.

Moving from bottles to cups is a milestone—but it isn't always a straightforward one. Some babies take to straw cups right away. Others prefer spouts, open cups or something in between.

This box introduces a few different cup styles so you can see what clicks with your baby while helping them practice new drinking skills. Because, as you've probably noticed by now, babies tend to have opinions about cups, too.