🛑 7 Baby Products to Wait to Buy (or Skip on Your Registry!)

Let’s be real—shopping for baby gear is exciting! But before you add everything to your registry, some baby products are better to wait on until you know you’ll actually need them.

Here’s what to hold off on (for now!) and what must be true before these items are actually worth it. 👇

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1️⃣ Too Many Newborn Clothes 👕

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Wait to buy if… You don’t know your baby’s birth size yet!

Yes, tiny newborn onesies are adorable, but babies grow fast—some even skip the newborn size completely! Stick to just 3-4 newborn onesies and focus on 0-3 month sizes instead. The early days are mostly spent snuggling at home anyway!

✅ Worth it if… Your baby arrives small (under ~7 lbs) or is preemie. Otherwise, start with a few basics and buy more if needed!

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2️⃣ Formula Dispenser 🍼

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Wait to buy if… You don’t know if you’ll need formula yet!

High-tech formula dispensers (like the Baby Brezza) promise perfectly mixed bottles in seconds, but they’re pricey and take up counter space. If you’re exclusively breastfeeding, you won’t need one at all.

✅ Worth it if… You know you’ll be formula-feeding full-time and want the convenience. But for occasional bottle feeding, pre-mixing bottles and storing them in the fridge works just as well!

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3️⃣ Baby Shoes for Non-Walkers 👟

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Wait to buy if… You just want them for looks!

Yes, tiny sneakers are heart-meltingly cute, but babies who aren’t walking yet don’t need shoes. They’ll just kick them off (or try to eat them!).

✅ Worth it if… You’re getting soft booties or socks to keep baby’s feet warm in colder months. But real shoes? Save them for when they start walking!

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4️⃣ Wipe Warmers 🔥

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Wait to buy if… You’re worried about baby hating cold wipes!

Wipe warmers sound luxurious, but in reality? Most babies don’t mind room-temperature wipes at all. Plus, warmers require constant refilling, and the wipes dry out fast.

✅ Worth it if… Your baby really hates cold wipes (some parents swear by warmers for winter babies!). But start with regular wipes first—you can always upgrade later!

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5️⃣ Fancy Baby Food Makers 🥣

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Wait to buy if… You already own a blender or food processor!

A special baby food maker sounds convenient, but guess what? Your regular blender or food processor does the exact same thing—without the extra price tag.

✅ Worth it if… You plan to make 100% of baby’s food from scratch and want a dedicated machine for easy steaming and pureeing. Otherwise, a fork or blender works just fine!

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6️⃣ Baby Perfume & Cologne 🌸

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Wait to buy if… You think babies need a special scent!

Your baby’s natural scent is already perfect—why cover it up? Many baby fragrances contain unnecessary chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin.

✅ Worth it if… You find a hypoallergenic, all-natural baby scent you love. But trust us—baby smell just as they are is already heavenly! 😍

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7️⃣ Expensive “Baby-Specific” Detergent 🧺

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Wait to buy if… You’re already using a gentle detergent!

Marketing will tell you that baby laundry must have a special detergent—but a fragrance-free, hypoallergenic detergent (like All Free & Clear or Seventh Generation) works just as well for way less money.

✅ Worth it if… Your baby has extremely sensitive skin or eczema, and you need a specialized formula. Otherwise? Stick to a gentle, dye-free detergent the whole family can use!

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👶 How to Avoid Unnecessary Gifts?

Instead of ending up with a pile of things you might never use, set up a Villie Baby Website!

✅ Add multiple registries (because let’s be real—you’ll have more than one!)
✅ Create cash funds for things you actually want (like a night nanny, meals, or baby classes!)
✅ Keep family & friends in the loop without the awkward "please don’t buy me that" conversations.

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👉 Create Your FREE Villie Baby Page Here!

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💡 The Bottom Line? Buy Smart, Not Impulse!

Some baby products are total lifesavers—but others? Better to wait and see if you actually need them! Spend your money where it really counts—on making memories with your little one. 💕

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