We've always looked for gently used stuff if we were the one buying it! If hubby has a huge problem with it, register for things but don't turn away any donations. After the baby showers and what not, you can see what has been loaned for you, what has been bought and what is still needed. It might be a way to compromise with hubby

Most of the stuff Misha only used for a few months and has been in storage waiting on the this next one. I have a close friend who has a son a few months older then Misha. We always talk over big buys and try not to get the same things so we can swap things out!