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The must-have picks for your baby registry. The page is split into five sections (Register the crib; Add feeding gear; Include a monitor; Cover diapering; Round out sleep), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 20 picks. Our scores range from 7.8 to 9.2 out of 10.
- Best overall:Nanit Smart Baby Video Monitor, Camera & Floor Stand, 1080p Wi-Fi, 2-Way Audio, Night Vision, Pro. Highest overall score in this guide at 9.2/10.
- Also great value:Comotomo Silicone Baby Bottles, Natural Feel Anti-Colic, 5 oz and 8 oz, Green, 4 Pack. Value score of 9/10, overall 9.0/10.
- Solid build:Comotomo Silicone Baby Bottle Gen 2 8oz Wide-Neck Dual Anti-Colic Vents, Green, Double Pack. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 8.8/10.
- Feature-rich:HALO 100% Cotton Sleepsack Swaddle, 3-Way Adjustable Wearable Blanket, TOG 1.5, Baby Blue, Newborn. Features score of 9/10, overall 9.0/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Register the crib
- Graco Benton 5-in-1 Convertible Crib (Gray) - GREENGUARD Gold Certified, Converts from Baby Crib to Toddler Bed, Daybed and Full-Size Bed, Fits Standard Full-Size Crib MattressOur score8.4/10
- Graco Hadley 5-in-1 Convertible Crib with Drawer, WhiteOur score8.2/10
- Delta Children Essex 4-in-1 Convertible Baby Crib, Bianca White with Natural LegsOur score8.2/10
- Delta Children Heartland 4-in-1 Convertible Crib, NaturalOur score7.8/10
Add feeding gear
- Comotomo Silicone Baby Bottles, Natural Feel Anti-Colic, 5 oz and 8 oz, Green, 4 PackOur score9.0/10
- Comotomo Silicone Baby Bottle Gen 2 8oz Wide-Neck Dual Anti-Colic Vents, Green, Double PackOur score8.8/10
- Comotomo Natural Feel Baby Bottle Bundle, 5oz + 8oz, Anti-Colic Soft Silicone, PinkOur score8.6/10
- Comotomo Natural Feel Baby Bottle Bundle, 5oz + 8oz, Soft Silicone Anti-Colic, GreenOur score8.6/10
Include a monitor
- Nanit Smart Baby Video Monitor, Camera & Floor Stand, 1080p Wi-Fi, 2-Way Audio, Night Vision, ProOur score9.2/10
- VTech Digital 5 inch Video Baby Monitor with Nightlight, Night Vision, Two-Way Talk, TemperatureOur score8.6/10
- Babysense PRO Non-WiFi Full HD 5.5" Split Screen Baby Monitor with Camera and Audio, 6-Color Night Light, White Noise, Sound & Light Machine, 20-Hour Battery, Hack-Proof Secure ConnectionOur score7.8/10
- HelloBaby No WiFi Baby Monitor Camera and Audio HB6550, 5" Video ScreenOur score7.8/10
Cover diapering
- RUVALINO Diaper Bag Backpack, Multifunction Travel with Changing Pad, Insulated Bottle Holders, GrayOur score8.6/10
- Skip Hop Diaper Bag Backpack Forma, Multi-Function Baby Travel Bag with Changing Pad, Jet BlackOur score8.4/10
- Skip Hop Diaper Bag Backpack Forma, Multi-Function Baby Travel Bag with Changing Pad, SageOur score8.4/10
- RUVALINO Diaper Bag Backpack, Multifunction Travel Maternity Changing Bags, Waterproof, Dark GrayOur score8.4/10
Round out sleep
- HALO 100% Cotton Sleepsack Swaddle, 3-Way Adjustable Wearable Blanket, TOG 1.5, Baby Blue, NewbornOur score9.0/10
- HALO 100% Cotton Sleepsack Swaddle, 3-Way Adjustable Wearable Blanket, TOG 1.5, Cream, Newborn 0-3MOur score9.0/10
- HALO Sleepsack 100% Cotton Wearable Blanket, Swaddle Transition Sleeping Bag, TOG 0.5, Baby Blue, X-LargeOur score8.6/10
- HALO Sleepsack Supersoft Wearable Blanket, Viscose Made from Bamboo, Sleeping Bag for Babies, 1.5 TOG, 6 - 12 Months, Medium, Calm SageOur score7.8/10
All 20 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1Nanit Pro smart baby video monitor with camera, floor stand, 1080p Wi-Fi, 2-way audio and night vision.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 10/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 7/10
- + 1080p Wi-Fi video gives a sharp view on your phone
- + Floor stand lets you place the camera without wall mounting
- + 2-way audio lets you talk to or soothe the baby remotely
- - Relies on Wi-Fi and an app, which some parents prefer to avoid
- - Premium features may require a subscription
#2Comotomo silicone baby bottles with natural feel anti-colic design, 5 oz and 8 oz sizes, green, in a 4 pack.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 9/10
- + Soft silicone body can be squeezed, giving a breast-like feel to hold
- + Mix of 5 oz and 8 oz bottles covers newborn and bigger feeds
- + Wide neck makes hand washing and formula prep easier
- - Silicone bottles cost more per bottle than plastic options
- - Silicone can absorb odors if left with milk residue too long
#3HALO 100% cotton SleepSack swaddle in baby blue, a 3-way adjustable newborn wearable blanket rated TOG 1.5.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 3-way adjustable wrap lets you swaddle arms in, hands to face or arms out
- + TOG 1.5 rating suits cooler nursery rooms better than lightweight sacks
- + 100% cotton fabric is soft and easy to machine wash
- - Newborn size is outgrown quickly, so the next size comes soon
- - Warmer TOG 1.5 can be too much in hot rooms or summer months
#4HALO 3-way adjustable 100% cotton SleepSack swaddle in cream, TOG 1.5, sized for newborns 0-3M.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Cream color is gender neutral and works as a gift for any baby
- + 3-way swaddle options adapt as a newborn's preferences change
- + Warmer TOG 1.5 cotton is a good match for cooler rooms and winter nights
- - Newborn 0-3M size fits for only the first few months
- - Cream fabric shows spit-up and diaper leaks easily
#5Comotomo Gen 2 8oz wide-neck silicone baby bottle double pack in green with dual anti-colic vents.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Dual anti-colic vents are the key update in the Gen 2 design
- + 8oz size suits older babies taking larger feeds
- + Wide-neck opening is quick to fill and scrub clean
- - Only 8oz bottles, so newborns may need a smaller size first
- - Double pack covers only a couple of feeds before washing
#6Comotomo natural feel baby bottle bundle in pink with 5oz and 8oz soft silicone anti-colic bottles.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + 5oz + 8oz bundle lets you size up as appetite grows
- + Soft silicone feels natural for babies switching from breastfeeding
- + Pink accents make bottles easy to tell apart at daycare
- - Pink parts limit reuse for later siblings or a boy baby
- - Bundle has fewer bottles than bigger packs, so washing is more frequent
#7Green Comotomo natural feel bottle bundle with one 5oz and one 8oz soft silicone anti-colic bottle.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Green version is gender neutral and works well as a gift
- + Soft squeezable silicone mimics a more natural feel for babies
- + Two sizes let parents test the bottle before buying more
- - Small bundle means buying extras for daily rotation
- - Nipple flow rates should be checked and changed as baby grows
#8VTech digital 5 inch video baby monitor with nightlight, night vision, two-way talk and temperature display.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + 5 inch screen gives a clearer view than smaller parent units
- + Temperature display helps you monitor nursery conditions
- + Built-in nightlight adds a soft glow for night checks
- - No Wi-Fi viewing, so you cannot check in from outside the home
- - Parent unit battery needs daily charging
#9RUVALINO Diaper Bag Backpack, Multifunction Travel with Changing Pad, Insulated Bottle Holders, Gray
RUVALINO gray diaper bag backpack with changing pad and insulated bottle holders for travel with a baby.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Insulated bottle holders keep milk or formula at a steadier temperature
- + Changing pad is included for diaper changes on the go
- + Backpack style frees both hands for strollers and car seats
- - Many pockets can make items hard to find in a hurry
- - Gray fabric shows dust and lint on darker surfaces
#10HALO SleepSack 100% cotton wearable blanket in baby blue, TOG 0.5, in X-Large for older babies and young toddlers.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + X-Large size keeps the sack useful into the toddler months
- + TOG 0.5 cotton suits warm climates and heated homes
- + Sleeveless transition bag lets older babies move arms freely
- - Lightweight fabric may need warmer pajamas in winter
- - Larger sack can get in the way once a toddler tries to walk in it
#11Graco Benton 5-in-1 convertible crib in gray: converts to toddler bed, daybed and full-size bed, with 3 mattress heights and GREENGUARD Gold certification.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Converts from crib to toddler bed, daybed and full-size bed, so one purchase can cover several stages.
- + GREENGUARD Gold and JPMA certifications are listed, and the frame is pine and engineered wood.
- + Priced near $160 with a 1-year limited warranty, it is one of the more affordable full-size convertibles.
- - Mattress, toddler guardrail and full-size conversion kit are all sold separately.
- - Only three mattress heights are listed, and assembly is required.
#12Skip Hop Forma diaper bag backpack in jet black with a changing pad, a multi-function baby travel bag.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Jet black design looks like a regular backpack, not a baby bag
- + Changing pad comes included for changes away from home
- + Skip Hop Forma is a popular, well-organized backpack line
- - Black interior can make small items harder to spot
- - Premium price over generic diaper backpacks
#13Skip Hop Forma diaper bag backpack in sage with changing pad for parents who want a softer color.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Sage color is fresh and gender neutral for either parent
- + Included changing pad makes outings easier
- + Multi-function layout keeps bottles, diapers and personal items apart
- - Light sage fabric shows dirt faster than black
- - Structured shape takes more closet space when empty
#14RUVALINO dark gray waterproof diaper bag backpack, a multifunction travel and maternity changing bag.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Waterproof fabric protects contents from spills and rain
- + Dark gray color hides stains from snacks and formula
- + Multifunction design suits hospital bags and daily outings
- - Check whether a changing pad is included before buying
- - Large capacity bag can get heavy when fully packed
#15Graco's Hadley is a full-size 5-in-1 convertible crib with a built-in under-crib drawer. It moves from crib to toddler bed, daybed and full bed, and the mattress base has 4 height settings.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Converts through five stages, from crib to toddler bed, daybed and a full bed with headboard and optional footboard.
- + Full-size under-crib drawer with 2 organizer compartments adds storage without taking extra floor space.
- + Listing states GREENGUARD Gold certification and four mattress heights, including a higher newborn position.
- - Crib mattress, toddler guardrails and the crib-to-bed conversion kit are all sold separately, so the full cost is higher.
- - The drawer adds parts and assembly steps compared with a plain crib, and this listing is the white finish only.
#16Delta Children Essex 4-in-1 convertible crib in Bianca white with natural legs for a soft Scandinavian nursery.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + White body with natural wood legs gives a fresh two-tone modern look
- + 4-in-1 design grows into toddler, daybed and larger bed stages
- + Delta Children offers a wide range of matching dressers and changers
- - Two-tone finish can be harder to match exactly with other furniture
- - Larger bed conversions usually need extra rails bought separately
#17Delta Children Heartland 4-in-1 convertible crib in Natural: converts to toddler bed, daybed and full-size bed, with 3 mattress positions and JPMA certification.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Converts to a toddler bed, daybed and full-size bed, with a JPMA certification listed.
- + Three mattress support positions let you lower the mattress as the baby grows.
- + Made of New Zealand pine and engineered wood with a lead and phthalate safe finish, at around $135.
- - Toddler guardrail, daybed rail and bed frame are sold separately, and the mattress is not included.
- - Three mattress heights is fewer than the four-position cribs in this guide.
#18The Babysense PRO is a non-WiFi video monitor with a 5.5-inch Full HD parent display and split-screen support for up to 4 cameras. It also builds in a night light, white noise and a sound machine.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 5.5-inch Full HD display, larger and sharper on paper than the small-screen budget monitors in this guide.
- + FHSS non-WiFi connection keeps the video feed off the internet, which the listing describes as private and secure.
- + Expandable to 4 cameras viewed together on split screen, plus a 6-color night light and white noise.
- - The 20-hour battery figure applies to Eco mode only; the listing highlights give no figure for screen-on use.
- - Listing highlights do not give the range or say whether the camera pans and tilts remotely.
#19The HelloBaby HB6550 is a no-WiFi video monitor with a 5-inch color screen and a camera that pans 355 degrees and tilts 120 degrees by remote. It adds 2x zoom, two-way audio and night vision.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Remote pan of 355 degrees and tilt of 120 degrees, plus 2x zoom, lets you scan the room from the parent unit.
- + Runs on a 2.4GHz FHSS link with digital encryption and needs no WiFi, which also keeps setup simple for travel.
- + Feature list includes two-way audio, room temperature monitor and alert, 8 lullabies and a sound level LED indicator.
- - Listing highlights do not give the screen resolution, battery life or range, so check those on the full page.
- - HelloBaby is a budget brand next to VTech and Infant Optics, and the listing leans on sales claims over specs.
#20This HALO SleepSack Supersoft is a 1.5 TOG wearable blanket in viscose made from bamboo with a 2-way zipper. The listing is size Medium for 6 to 12 months, a warmer and pricier pick than HALO's 0.5 TOG cotton.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Fabric is 95% viscose from bamboo and 5% elastane inside and out with polyfill, described as hypoallergenic and breathable.
- + 2-way zipper for easier changes, with a zipper cover at the neckline and a shape the listing calls hip healthy.
- + 1.5 TOG is described as suited to all seasons and worn over pajamas, and it is machine washable.
- - This listing is Medium for 6 to 12 months, so it will not fit a newborn; smaller babies need a different size.
- - Costs more than HALO's basic cotton SleepSack, and 1.5 TOG is a warmer weight than the 0.5 TOG cotton version.
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