https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:21:53 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029674 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 18:02:53 +0000 looch 2029674@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The only thing that I really think is best in class is the new Click Tight technology on some Britax car seats. It allows for a very safe and easy seat belt installation. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029668 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 18:00:11 +0000 gingerbebe 2029668@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We love our:</p> <p>- BabyMod crib from Walmart.<br /> - LA Baby organic mattress.<br /> - Uppababy Cruz stroller and Mesa car seat.<br /> - Medela Freestyle pump<br /> - Graco PNP with the Dream on Me 3" mattress.<br /> - Motorola video baby monitor.<br /> - Ergo 360 (but only bc DS loves facing forward).<br /> - Kate Spade diaper bag for me, Skip Hop messenger for DH.<br /> - Stroller and car seat travel bags for air travel. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029661 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:50:48 +0000 MrsBananaGrabber 2029661@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We just started doing this too! I second what previous posters said- I've been relying on Lucie's List. There are a lot of similar websites, but that one is my favorite so far. Of course, everyone's lifestyle is a little different, and you never know what your baby will like, so there's no source for 100% perfect guidance. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029642 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:35:56 +0000 oliviaoblivia 2029642@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I second checking out Lucie's list. What works for me not work for your lifestyle. Overall I've been very happy with our big ticket items.<br /> I would absolutely add big ticket items to the registry. Even if your family is buying them there are completion discounts and other people might to go in on one together. It could also prevent great aunt Edna from giving you her old death trap stroller if she sees you've already gotten one. :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029627 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:24:03 +0000 Greentea 2029627@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am infinitely happy with a few things: stokke crib (wheels! Small footprint!), bugaboo cameleon (use it everyday even on snow! Loved the bassinet feature), naturepedic crib mattress and changing station, blessed nest nursing pillow. I researched like mad and loved these big ticket items. I am a minimalist, so I spent a lot on a few things and ended up really happy with them. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029623 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:22:21 +0000 BabyPenguinXO 2029623@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsKMM: oh yes it's overwhelming for sure! Hahah </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029621 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:21:06 +0000 MrsKMM 2029621@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@babybean404: Thanks!<br /> @BabyPenguinXO: Good thinking. Parents have offered to buy some things, so maybe those won't go on a registry, but I'm still having trouble deciding on them :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029617 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:20:03 +0000 Anya 2029617@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I recommend checking out Lucies List and signing up for the email list- they will email you the registry checklist PDF which would be a great place for you to start I think. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029616 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:19:22 +0000 BabyPenguinXO 2029616@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I didn't register for many of the big items. Our parents offered to buy some of those, and with the big ticket amount I think if people are interested in buying you something big they will arrange it on the side. </p> <p>You should get a breast pump from insurance so I would check about that first. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029615 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:19:03 +0000 babybean404 2029615@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Check Lucie's List for great reviews on everything. I would recommend a monitor that has voice activation, we love our Levana Astra! </p> <p>Breast pump--remember you can most likely use Obamacare to get one for free! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/which-big-ticket-items-would-you-recommend#post-2029614 Sun, 18 Jan 2015 17:16:51 +0000 MrsKMM 2029614@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I always thought making a registry would be so much fun! Maybe it is when you go out to the store and do it, but I was bored today and started looking up some things that I could add to a private online one for now. Holy cow, was I overwhelmed by the number of options, various reviews, etc! I'm feeling a little lost... so I'm hoping for input!</p> <p>Which of your big ticket items were you satisfied with and would recommend, including:</p> <p>Stroller, car seat, crib, rocker/glider, monitor, breast pump, and/or anything "big" I'm forgetting? </p>