Here is a "basic" new parent's checklist I got from Babies R Us. The ones marked with "X" I already have. Things have been removed from this list if I don't even need them.
Gear
_X_ Car Seat (infant or convertible seat)
___ Car Seat Head Support
_X_ Stroller (look for one with full recline)
_X_ Portable Crib or Playard
_X_ Playard Sheets
_X_Sling or Soft Carrier
Activity
___ Gym or Playmat
_X_ Bouncer Seat
_X_ Swing
_X_ Walker
Health & Safety
_X_ Safety Gate
_X_ Corner Guards & Tot Locks
___ Humidifier
_X_ Thermometer
_X_ Brush and Comb
_X_ First Aid Kit
_X_ Nail Scissors
_X_ Gas Relief Drops
Diapering
_X_ Diaper Bag
_X_ Rash Ointment and Powder
_X_ Wipes Warmer
_X_ Diapers (size 1) (though I probably need more.)
_X_ Baby Wipes
Clothing & Layette
_X_ Baby Girls' Clothes
_X_ Unisex Clothes
___ Homecoming Outfit
___ 4-6 T-shirts or Kimonos
_X_ Shirts and One Pieces
___ Coveralls & Outfits
_X_ Layette Sets
___ Sweaters
_X_ 2 Sleepsacks
_X_ 4-8 Gowns
_X_ Absorbent Bibs
_X_ Booties or Socks
_X_ Hats
_X_ Snowsuit or Bunting and Warm Hat (for winter babies)
_X_ Receiving Blankets
Nursery
_X_ Bassinet, Co-Sleeper or Cradle
_X_ Crib
_X_ Mattress
_X_ Mattress Pad
_X_ Crib Bedding Set
_X_ Fitted Sheets, Cotton and/or Flannel
_X_ Crib Blankets
_X_ Mobile
_X_ Dresser/Armoire
_X_ Changing Table
_X_ Changing Pad & Covers
_X_ Glider and Ottoman or Rocker
_X_ Hamper
_X_ Lamp
_X_ Nursery Storage
Toys, Rattles & More
_X_ Rattles/Teethers
_X_ Toys for 0-12 Months
_X_ Stuffed Animals
_X_ Crib Mirror
_X_ Crib Toys
_X_ Car Seat & Stroller Toys
Feeding
_X_ Breast Pump
_X_ Nursing Pillow & Nursing Stool
___ Breast Pads, Shields & Cream
_X_ Bibs, Burp Cloths and Lap Pads
_X_ Bottles and Nipples
_X_ High Chair
_X_ Feeding Sets
_X_ Infant Spoons
Bath & Potty
_X_ Bath Tub
_X_ Bath Toys
_X_ Washcloths & Hooded Towels
_X_ Gentle Shampoo or Body Wash
_X_ Baby Lotion
_X_ Bath Accessories
And that, my friends and family, should be all. In the previous post it lists my registries. Again, they are pretty small and I only got what I thought I needed. If you find something on this list that is not in that registry and you want to buy it, go for. :) I like gifts. :)
NOTE: this entry has been continuously edited to show update on things recently received or purchased.
