I like registries, but hate showers. I have a baby registry/wish list on amazon. I have spent hours upon hours looking at baby products and reading reviews. I also considered prices in the products I listed. I put things on the list that I need and will buy if I don't receive them as gifts. I don't expect gifts from my family and friends, but the registry is there to help them if they choose to give a gift.

I completely hate the whole idea of a shower (wedding, baby, or other). Even though someone else gives the shower I feel it's a greed party. The way I see it is if someone would like to give my baby a gift they are more than welcome to and every gift will be greatly appreciated. I don't however want a shower where people feel obligated to give a gift.