Thoughts from a first time mom-to-be

I never knew having a baby would involve so many choices before the baby is even born. I went to Babies R Us a couple of weeks ago to get an idea of some things we might want. What I ended up with was a huge headache, a lack of sleep, and a cold. I was so overwhelmed. I swear the folding mechanisms on strollers are smarter than I am. I couldn't believe how many choices there are for any item you can think of. I'm feeling better now though. I sent for help from many great moms I know and with their advice have discovered no one agrees on what is best. That seems like it wouldn't make me feel better, but it did. I sorted through all they had to say, especially the tips on what not to get, and have made myself a list. Now I will be ready when we go to register in a couple of weeks. I don't think I'll get sidetracked by every little item out there.