Complete your registry at least one month before your shower or baby's arrival, so your gift-givers have enough time to buy and wrap your gifts.

Select gifts in a wide rangs of price points to fit big and small budgets.

It's ok to put a few "big ticket" items like strollers, cribs, etc. in your registry—they make great group gifts.

Don't be afraid to register for things you may not need until your baby is a bit older—that goes for larger-sized clothing as well as gear items like high chairs and jogging strollers. (When registering for larger clothing, make sure the clothes will be in season-appropriate by the time the baby is old enough to wear them.)

Check your registry from time to time to monitor out-of-stock items and make sure you still have a good selection.

Add a lot—it's better to over-register than under-register!

Have fun and enjoy this very special time!