Baby Registry And Shower Alternatives for South jersey moms
Planning a baby shower or building your baby registry? It’s so much fun and so exciting! You're growing an entire human—bones, organs, the whole deal—and that’s seriously f*cking incredible. That kind of magic deserves to be celebrated, because you are, without a doubt, a powerful being who deserves to be worshipped – at least for a day!
Sadly in our society, most baby showers and registries focus entirely on the baby and leave mom scrambling to piece together the support she needs postpartum.
That’s where I come in. Whether you're in South Jersey, Central Jersey, down at the Jersey Shore, Philadelphia, or Delaware, as part of my More Than Just the Pills Package, I’ll help you create a registry and postpartum plan that supports you and your baby. Because when you really think about it, a well-rested, well-fed, supported mom is the best thing you can give your munchkin.
Baby Registry Options: Build a Registry That Works for You
Most people hear "baby registry" and think diapers, onesies, and some overpriced contraption that promises to make newborn life so much easier (spoiler alert: it probably won’t). But you know what’s actually life-changing? A registry that prioritizes you—the one recovering from pregnancy and birth, running on fumes, and trying to grasp what’s happening to you as you white-knuckle it through the biggest identity shift of your life.
Here’s what I recommend you consider adding to your registry:
Placenta encapsulation (obviously, I mean, I am The Placenta Girl). You already know how passionate I am about this, but it’s worth saying again: your placenta can help support your postpartum recovery, and you deserve that.
Postpartum care kits. Think sitz baths, nipple cream, perineal spray, a bidet that attaches to your toilet, and all the things that will make your healing process suck less.
Gift cards for takeout & delivery. Because cooking when you’re sleep-deprived and healing and your baby decides to have their daily meltdown at dinner time every day – no thanks. (Seriously, “the witching hour” is real.)
House cleaning services. Imagine someone else scrubbing your toilet while you rest. Enough said.
Lactation support. If you plan to breastfeed, working with a lactation consultant can be a game-changer. I recommend having one ready to go, just in case.
Bougie add-ons like placenta tinctures, art prints, and salves. Not only do they make amazing keepsakes, but they’ll also make for some fantastic conversations at your baby shower. (If you put placenta products on your registry, please report back—I need to know how that goes.)
By making your baby registry mom-inclusive, you’re setting yourself up for a postpartum experience that feels manageable. Because while onesies are super fun and cute, they’re not going to help when you’re three weeks in, overwhelmed and running on four minutes of sleep.
Baby Shower Options: Celebrate in a Way That Helps
A baby shower should be more than just an afternoon of small talk and awkward games (I’m still super pissed that my MIL put that hat on my head even though I clearly stated that I’m not that girl). Instead, use it as a chance to gather your village and set yourself up for a smoother postpartum experience.
Introducing: the nesting party.
Instead of sitting in a circle unwrapping gifts, a nesting party is about action. Your people come over to:
Set up your baby gear (because we all know those cribs and swings come with a PhD-level instruction manual).
Stock your freezer with meals so you’re not living on granola bars and regret.
Deep clean and organize so your space feels calm and functional before the baby arrives, without you having to overexert yourself.
A nesting party is awesome because it turns well-meaning “Let me know if you need anything” offers into actual help that will make a huge difference.
Be Her Village: The Baby Registry That Supports Moms
Let’s talk about the best baby registry you’ve never heard of: Be Her Village. Instead of registering for another onesie you don’t need, you can register for hands-on postpartum support—things like:
My services (placenta encapsulation and more)
Doulas (birth & postpartum)
Lactation counseling
Therapists (because postpartum mental health is everything)
Pelvic floor therapy (because peeing when you sneeze is not the move)
Bodywork & massage
Newborn & family photography
And so much more
It’s a way to make sure your baby shower gifts help you survive postpartum instead of just making your nursery look cute.
Be Her Village is all about building a sustainable support system so you don’t feel like you’re drowning after your baby arrives. Every single mom should set themselves up with a registry over at Be Her Village. It’s brilliant, and I cannot say enough about it.
Get the Support You Deserve
Whether you’re building your registry, planning a baby shower, or just trying to figure out how to survive postpartum without losing your mind, I’ve got you. Let’s make sure you get the real support you need—not just the Instagram-worthy stuff.
Because you and your baby deserve it.
You don’t need stuffed animals or a 57 newborn-sized onesies. What you do need is a plan, real postpartum support, and people who actually show up for you. That’s why you should head over to Be Her Village and set up your registry ASAP.
And while you’re there, make sure to register for my More Than Just the Pills Package—because I believe in it so much, I back it with a money-back guarantee. That’s how confident I am that it will change your postpartum experience for the better.
Let’s get you set up for a postpartum that doesn’t suck.
