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Amazon has become one of the easiest places to organize everything you need for your baby and share it with the people who want to help. The selection is enormous, most of your friends and family already have an account, and the whole thing can be set up from your phone in a few minutes.

You can build and manage your registry from either Amazon's website or its mobile app, and the process looks the same either way. Here's how to set it up, what features are worth knowing about once it's live, and how to add Nanit to the mix.

Key Takeaways

  • Amazon registries are quick to set up. You can build one using an account you likely already have.

  • Registry settings cover the essentials. Add a co-registrant, shipping info, privacy preferences, and event details as you go.

  • Adding products is simple. Do it straight from a product page or through Amazon's registry checklist.

  • Nanit fits right in. Baby monitors, nursery products, and accessories can all be added to your registry.

  • Amazon backs it up with real perks. Group gifting, a diaper fund, gift tracking, eligible returns, and a completion discount are all built in.

How to Create an Amazon Baby Registry in 6 Steps

Creating your Amazon baby registry takes less time than picking a stroller color. A handful of details you already know by heart, your name, your due date, where things should ship, and your registry is live and ready for guests.

1. Sign In to Your Amazon Account

Head to Amazon and sign in, or create one if you need to. An account is required to set up a registry, but a Prime membership isn't, so don't let that hold you up if you haven't signed up for Prime.

2. Open the Amazon Registry Page

On desktop, go to "Account & Lists," select "Find a List or Registry," and choose the option to create one. In the app, it's under "Gifting & Registry," then "Registry & Gift List." Either way, select "I'm welcoming a baby" and you're on your way.

3. Enter Your Registry Information

Add your name and your co-registrant's if you have one, your expected arrival date, and the address where gifts should ship. A shower date and personal greeting are both optional, nice touches if you want them, easy to skip if you don't.

4. Choose Your Privacy and Gifting Settings

Here's where you decide who actually sees your registry. Amazon lets you set visibility to public, shared, or private, and this is also where you'll turn on group gifting for pricier items and set your notification preferences. It's worth a second look before moving on, just to confirm you're comfortable with what guests can see.

5. Create and Personalize the Registry

Select "Create My Baby Registry" and setup is done. Add a photo or greeting if you'd like to personalize things further, and know that none of this is locked in. You can come back and adjust any of it as your plans change.

6. Begin Adding Products

Now for the fun part. Search Amazon the way you normally would and select "Add to Baby Registry" from any product page, or work through Amazon's registry checklist if you'd rather browse by category. Along the way, you can adjust quantities, flag your true must-haves, or turn on group gifting for anything bigger. Purchased gifts get marked automatically too, so you're not stuck cross-referencing a list to avoid duplicates.

How to Add Nanit Products to Your Amazon Baby Registry

With the registry itself built, adding your preferred Nanit products is the easy part!

Visit Nanit's Amazon Storefront

The easiest starting point is Nanit's official storefront on Amazon, where you can browse the full lineup in one place. Open whichever product fits your nursery and select "Add to Baby Registry" right from the listing, the same way you would with anything else.

Choose the Right Nanit Smart Baby Monitor Setup

Nanit's camera pairs with a few different setups depending on your space and how you plan to use it.

  • Floor Stand, for an adjustable, freestanding setup with minimal assembly.

  • Wall Mount, for a secured overhead setup that works especially well in smaller rooms.

  • Flex Stand, for portable monitoring you can move between rooms or bring along when you travel.

Take a minute to think through your nursery layout and how you'll actually use the monitor day to day before settling on one.

Complete the Nursery Setup

A few complementary products are worth considering alongside your monitor setup, like the Sound + Light Machine for a calmer bedtime routine, Breathing Wear for sensor-free breathing motion tracking, or a travel case if you'll be moving the camera between rooms often. For a broader look at what else belongs on your list, 25 baby registry must-haves covers the essentials category by category.

Helpful Amazon Baby Registry Features

Once your registry is live, a few built-in features are worth getting familiar with.

  • Registry Checklist. A built-in way to browse by category, nursery, feeding, diapering, clothing, travel, so nothing important slips through, with your progress tracked as you go.

  • Group Gifting. Splits the cost of a bigger item, like a monitor, stroller, or car seat, across several guests instead of asking one person to cover it.

  • Diaper Fund. Lets friends and family pitch in toward diapers specifically, rather than a product off your list.

  • Gift Tracker and Thank-You List. Keeps track of who gave what, so thank-you notes, and eligible returns, don't fall through the cracks.

  • Welcome Box. A small perk for Prime members who meet Amazon's current requirements, an active registry, 10 unique items, and at least $10 in purchases.

  • Completion Discount. Amazon currently advertises 15% off remaining eligible items, up to $300 in savings, during a window around your due date. Your registry needs 14 days of activity first, and only the primary registrant can redeem it.

  • Eligible Gift Returns. A longer return window than standard purchases offer, worth double-checking current eligibility before you open or return anything.

How to Share an Amazon Baby Registry

Open your registry and select "Share." From there, you can copy the direct link or send it through email or social media, and add it to shower invitations whenever that feels appropriate. Before sharing widely, double-check that your visibility setting actually allows the people you're sending it to access the list.

A quick note on tone. Sharing a registry works best when it feels informative rather than like an ask. A simple, friendly message alongside the link tends to go a lot further than repeated posts or reminders.

Tips for Organizing Your Amazon Baby Registry

A few habits make the whole thing easier to manage.

  • Add products across different price ranges, so every guest has something that fits their budget.

  • Enable group gifting for anything higher-priced.

  • Prioritize what you'll need during the newborn stage first.

  • Register for reasonable quantities, without piling on unnecessary duplicates.

  • Check in periodically for price changes, items that have gone out of stock, or preferences that have shifted.

  • Review what's already been purchased before buying anything remaining with your completion discount.

  • Keep the list organized around your actual needs, not just what looks popular.

Start Building Your Amazon Baby Registry With Nanit

A thoughtfully organized registry takes a lot of the guesswork out of preparing for your baby, and the right nursery setup can make those first few months noticeably easier. A Nanit Smart Baby Monitor and its compatible accessories are built to grow alongside your family, from newborn nights through toddlerhood.

Ready to add it to your list? Browse Nanit's lineup on Amazon and add whichever setup fits your nursery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an Amazon Prime membership required to create a baby registry?

No. You'll need an Amazon account, but Prime isn't required to set up or use a registry. That said, Prime membership does unlock a few perks, like the free welcome box.

How do I add an item to my Amazon baby registry?

Search for the product as you normally would, then select "Add to Baby Registry" from its listing page. You can also browse Amazon's registry checklist and add suggested items by category.

How do I add Nanit products to an Amazon baby registry?

Visit Nanit's storefront on Amazon, or search for the specific setup you want, like the Smart Baby Monitor with a Floor Stand or Wall Mount, and select "Add to Baby Registry" from the product page.

Can I make my Amazon baby registry private?

Yes. Amazon's privacy settings let you choose between public, shared, and private visibility, so you can control exactly who's able to view your registry.

How do I share my Amazon baby registry?

Open your registry, select "Share," and copy the link or send it directly through email or social media. Just confirm your visibility setting allows the people you're sharing with to actually see it.

Can I create more than one baby registry on Amazon?

Yes, and it's common for second or subsequent babies. If you already have an existing registry, you can typically start a new one from your registry settings rather than beginning from scratch.

 

CONTRIBUTORS

Natalie Barnett, PhD serves as VP of Clinical Research at Nanit. Natalie initiated sleep research collaborations at Nanit and in her current role, Natalie oversees collaborations with researchers at hospitals and universities around the world who use the Nanit camera to better understand pediatric sleep and leads the internal sleep and development research programs at Nanit. Natalie holds a Ph.D. in Genetics from the University of New England in Australia and a Postgraduate Certificate in Pediatric Sleep Science from the University of Western Australia. Natalie was an Assistant Professor in the Neurogenetics Unit at NYU School of Medicine prior to joining Nanit. Natalie is also the voice of Nanit's science-backed, personalized sleep tips delivered to users throughout their baby's first few years.

Dr. Maristella Lucchini serves as Senior Clinical Researcher at Nanit. In her role, Maristella works to secure grant funding in collaboration with Nanit's university research partners and supports the development of the company's research collaborations around the world. Previously, Maristella served as an Assistant Research Scientist in the Division of Developmental Neuroscience, Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center where she led projects across several cohorts focusing on prenatal and perinatal health. Maristella holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Politecnico di Milano.

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