My Terrific Sister-In-Law

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My terrific sister in law, who is getting married herself next year to a wonderful man, is throwing me a baby shower. I didn't expect it (in my family, we don't have them, so I didn't bother registering for anything). Now I get to have the fun of going to BuyBuyBaby (a store I'm really fond of now) and actually organizing all my needs in one place. Looking at baby supplies is work that is incredible fun...I imagine my little bunchkin wearing this, bathing in that, strolling around in that...lots of fun!

I already registered for some great products I tried and love (I blogged about some, and will post about other great finds too) and now I'm looking into different strollers, car seats, and cribs...sooo many options! So many new safety (and non-safe) features! It takes time to wade through it all, but it's very interesting and fun for me.

I'm trying to mainly get organic bedding and apparel, though I still don't know the sex of the baby. I'm getting a tad weary of the yellows and greens, lol, and don't fancy the idea of my baby always wearing lime, so I'll probably look for whites, navies, and reds, which are unisex and flattering to all.

Registering is a lot of fun, and any tips and recommendations would be appreciated, by myself, and my friends who are expecting also (we are a large group of women, and we are constantly looking for new information and reviewing new things).

I feel very lucky...and can't wait to throw a baby shower for my sister-in-law one day too!

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  1. Liz MaysJuly 6, 2009 at 7:15 AM

    That's so sweet that you're so close. I'm glad you're having so much fun thinking about all things baby!

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  2. The Dimino'sJuly 6, 2009 at 10:33 AM

    Yeah baby showers are so fun!!! BabiesRus is always good to register at too!!

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  3. Nicole @ Chic and Cheap NurseryJuly 6, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    Congratulations to you for the great relationship you have with your sister-in-law and for the baby you are expecting.

    When I was pregnant, research became my hobby and I LOVE to help anyone I can going who is in the process of deciding what to register for!!!

    LET ME HELP!!!!

    I am also in NY.

    Shoot me an email thewannabewahm@gmail.com

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  4. LoriJuly 6, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    During the registration it is very easy to get caught up in the "Oh I want that" stage, but think about what you realistically will use! Onesies are the most versatile baby outfit ever.And slings are one of the greatest things ever!

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  5. Bitter Sweet MomentsJuly 6, 2009 at 1:32 PM

    That is so sweet!! My sister-in-law and I are really close as well. Hope you have a great shower!!

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  6. Kimmy @ kimmythingyJuly 6, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    How exciting! You are going to have a great time :-)

    Baby showers just aren't customary in the UK, so I have missed out three times!!! lol.

    My number one tip would be a "boppy", particularly if you plan to nurse!

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  7. GennyJuly 6, 2009 at 3:41 PM

    How fun! Sounds like you have a great sister-in-law.

    By the way, I surprisingly found some great sheets at Target that are organic. They have some organic towels too.

    Found you through SITS. Glad I did!

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  8. LoraJuly 6, 2009 at 3:43 PM

    How sweet!
    Visiting you from SITS--great blog!

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  9. Makeup TheoryJuly 6, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    I'm not a mom and don't intend to be, but I've registered for my housewarming party and it's so much fun. Especially now that stores have those electronic scanners. You can simply hit the stores and scan anything you like. You'll have a blast. And you're assured of getting things you actually like.

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  10. TJACKJuly 6, 2009 at 4:53 PM

    It's so easy to get overwhelmed with everything, especially with your first baby. I'm glad you're having fun with it and not feeling like you NEED so much stuff. Babies don't really require a ton of things and they grow so fast, you probably won't even get around to them wearing half the clothes you get.
    Slings, pouches, and wraps are great for a registry, various types of diapers, bath supplies, baby skin care items, car seat, nursing pillow, maybe even a nursing stool, etc.

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  11. AnonymousJuly 6, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    Love that picture! Too cute. Just found your blog and am very excited to follow along!

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  12. 2 Little Irish BoysJuly 6, 2009 at 10:51 PM

    Stopping by from SITS!! Baby showers are the greatest--register away!!!

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  13. The Redhead RiterJuly 6, 2009 at 11:17 PM

    Having your first child is such a joyous occasion and it is beyond all words that I could ever say to you. My daughter is 16 now, but I can recount every second of giving birth and relish in every second I have been her mother. I have never and will never do anything as wonderful as I did when I brought Alyssa into the world. I wish you every happiness and look forward to the beautiful baby pics!

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  14. Elizabeth D.July 7, 2009 at 6:31 AM

    The first baby is exciting, isn't it? That's awesome that your SIL is throwing you a baby shower. I absolutely loved the shopping part of being pregnant, but I suppose that's just the over-analyzing part of me. If you need any tips at all, don't hesitate to shoot me an email at typeamommyblog(at)gmail(dot)com - I can share what I learned with you, between the other moms I talked to, some really great websites I found online and of course, Consumer Reports. Hope you're enjoying your pregnancy as much as you can! BTW, stopping by from SITS today. :)

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  15. AmyJuly 7, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    Shopping for babies is so much fun! Enjoy it, they grow so fast :)

    Visiting via SITS! Have a great day!

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  16. ~Kristen~July 7, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    Congrats on your upcoming bundle of joy!!! Stopping by from SITS to say hi! I am now following your blog, too! :-)

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  17. CammieJuly 7, 2009 at 10:04 AM

    We just got a buy buy baby in my town and I love it!
    Stopping by from SITS to welcome you!

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  18. donna gotlibJuly 7, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    What a wonderful post. What a sweet and lovely relationship the two of you have.

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  19. Multiple personalities..July 7, 2009 at 11:44 AM

    It's so nice to see how beautiful your relationship is. Thanks for sharing! It was nice to see you via SITS!

    Congratulations on your new bundle of joy!

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  20. JuanitaJuly 7, 2009 at 12:56 PM

    And the baby is a . . . .??

    Can't wait to hear back from you!

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  21. Anne - Mommy Has to WorkJuly 7, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    Hi,
    Congratulations to you and your family.
    I personally did not register for any baby clothes, they grow so fast. Cloth diapers are great for everything, not just diapering.
    Have fun!!

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  22. glennaJuly 7, 2009 at 4:16 PM

    Enjoy. This a great time in your life!!

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  23. Barely Domestic MamaJuly 7, 2009 at 5:13 PM

    Awwwww. I wish I had a great sister-in-law like you do. My sister-in-law is 15. :) My best suggestion is have a mother who has a 2 or 3 year old review your list of stuff that you put on the list. I did this for a good friend of mine to make sure she got rid of the fluff items that she wouldn't really need or use.

    I had a great time scanning items in at Babies'R'us when I was preggo with my little guy.

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  24. AnonymousJuly 8, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    I saw you on SITS, so I thought that I would pop in and say hi!

    That is really nice of your SIL! I kind of wish that I had one...

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