Yes and no, you should NOT rely on the baby registry and start saving. I know A LOT of people that did this for the crib or certain things they needed and did not receive because lets face it nobody unless maybe parents are going to buy this for you. Clothes, bath stuff and diapers/wipes is what you will usually get.
I just don't want you to think you are going to get all these things when more than likely you will not, start saving for at least a bassinet for now -worry about the crib later and start saving for other things as well.
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