Buying guide
A baby registry benefits most from double-layer muslin cotton basics: a going-home set, a few onesies for daily wear, loose pajamas for sleep, a towel for bath time, and a romper for warm days. Muslin's open weave keeps babies cool, dries fast between changes, and gets softer with every wash.
By Vanessa & Bob, Epic in Bali · Updated 30 October 2026
Here's what actually earns a spot on a baby registry, and muslin cotton pieces hold their own. The loose weave breathes well in heat and gets softer with each wash, which matters when a baby is in the same outfit for hours. Here are the five pieces worth putting on the list, and why each one holds its place.
A matching set covers a newborn's first weeks in one go, so it's an easy single gift for someone to wrap up.
Onesies are the piece every baby lives in day after day, and muslin's loose weave keeps them from overheating during long stretches in a car seat or stroller.
Loose pajamas let a baby move and kick overnight without the fabric clinging, and muslin softens more with every wash.
A towel earns its spot because new parents go through them fast, and a muslin one dries quicker between baths than a thick towel.
A romper is the easy grab for warm days or travel, one piece instead of two, with the same breathable weave.
Epic's muslin pieces run roughly newborn through 4 years, so it's worth registering for a few sizes ahead, not just newborn. Babies grow fast, and having something ready for 3 to 6 months saves a second shopping trip.
Wash cold on a gentle cycle, skip the fabric softener, and tumble dry low or hang to dry. Avoid high heat, since muslin softens on its own with every wash.