Our curated and researched product bundles will help you find the basics you need for a Fresh Start, so you can feel confident, proud, and ready to begin again. We’ve done the research, so all you have to do is add what you need to your registry and share it with your community. Use our product bundle recommendations to populate your registry quickly and with ease.
Create a Registry
Building a registry is always free and we collect no data on registries!
I want to…
Pick the path that fits where you are right now. You can always come back for the others.
Ready to build a registry? Click here to create a registry and quickly add products for your bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room, and children’s room. Don’t forget to check out our quick-start guides for $99, $250, and $500.
Want to build your registry somewhere other than Amazon? Use our bundles as inspiration and create your registry with MyRegistry. Use our free scripts to share it with confidence, and don’t forget to tag us + submit it to the Registry Fairy for extra magic.
What They’re Saying:
Unsure where to start?
The Fresh Starts Registry: House-to-Home Checklist is a room-by-room guide to help you get clear on what you have, what’s leaving, and what you truly need as you rebuild your space after divorce. Take it one room at a time, marking each item as Mine, Theirs, Donate[d], Toss, or Need, and then use your “Need” column to build your registry or shopping list, your “Donate/Toss” columns to clear out old energy, and your “Theirs” column to stay organized for logistics and conversations.
How to build your divorce registry
A divorce registry works just like a wedding registry — except it's for the fresh start you actually need. Browse the items in this bundle, add what resonates to your registry, and share it with the people in your life who want to show up for you. Here's how:
- 1 Create your free registry — it takes two minutes and you can add items from anywhere on the internet, not just Fresh Starts.
- 2 Click the product links in this bundle and add the items that feel right for your situation. You don't have to add everything — your registry should reflect what you actually need.
- 3 Share your registry with friends and family. The people who love you want to do something concrete — this makes it easy for them. Not sure how to share it? We wrote the scripts for you →
- 4 Add a personal note to your registry — something as simple as "Thank you for supporting me through my fresh start." It sets the tone and gives givers the context they need.
Adding Funds to Your Registry
Sometimes the most useful gift is breathing room. A Gift Card Fund lets the people in your corner contribute to everyday expenses — groceries, household staples, the random Tuesday errand — so your actual budget can go toward the things that move you forward: a divorce coach, a mediator, an attorney, a therapist. The basics get covered. The important stuff gets funded. On Amazon after creating your registry just select “Gift card funds” and request what you need.
Basic Bundles
Room Bundles
Some tips and ideas for building your registry
Stock the kitchen first. A new kitchen means starting from scratch on basics — a good knife, a cutting board, a Dutch oven. Spread these across price points so people can grab the $15 peeler or go in on the $120 pan.
Think about the bedroom. Quality sleep matters more than ever during a transition. New pillows, a mattress topper, or a full bedding set give people meaningful options at very different budgets.
Add the things you forgot you shared. A can opener. A colander. A laundry hamper. These feel small but they're genuinely needed, and they make great lower-cost additions that actually get purchased.
Include furniture-adjacent items. Throw pillows, a area rug, curtains, a lamp — these transform a space and range widely in price. They're also highly giftable.
Build in a few "investment" pieces. A quality blender, a stand mixer, a comfortable reading chair. Give people the option to go in together on something that will last.
Don't forget the bathroom reset. A new shower curtain and rings, towels, a bath mat — a complete bathroom refresh can be split across several registry items at accessible prices.
Add organization and storage. Shelving, drawer organizers, closet systems. These are practical, unglamorous, and genuinely useful when you're setting up a new space.
Think about the entryway and living room. A coat rack, a doormat, a side table — small touches that make a space feel like home. Many of these land in the under-$75 range.
Include tools for the new place. A basic toolkit, a step ladder, a set of hangers. Practical items that every household needs and that are easy to overlook.
Aim for at least one item under $25, several between $25–$150, and a few above $150. A well-spread registry means the coworker and the best friend both find something that feels right — and items across all ranges actually get purchased.
Making Moves Bundles
Find Your Fresh Start Aesthetic
Take the Interior Design Vibes Quiz
Not sure what your new space should feel like? Whether you’re rebuilding after a big life change or just craving a refresh, our 2-minute quiz helps you discover your design style—no HGTV degree required. From Cozy Minimalist to Bold & Grounded, we’ll match you with a vibe that reflects who you are now.
✨ Plus, you’ll get a custom Pinterest board, a curated Fresh Starts Registry bundle, and a playlist to set the perfect mood for your fresh start.
It’s fun, quick, and super insightful.
Celebration Bundles
Travel Bundles
Aesthetic Bundles
Your registry is built to share with your people — your friends, your family, your community. The ones who keep asking "what can I do?" This is your answer. We know it might feel vulnerable, but you deserve support, and the people who love you want to show up. We'll help you find the words.
Hey — so I set up a divorce registry. It's basically a fresh start wishlist. If you've been wanting to do something and weren't sure what, this is the easiest answer. [YOUR REGISTRY LINK]
Best for: close friends who already know what you're going throughI finally set up a Fresh Starts Registry — it's a divorce registry, basically a wishlist for starting over. I'm rebuilding my [bedroom / kitchen / home] from scratch and honestly it's a lot. If you've been thinking about what to do, this is how. [YOUR REGISTRY LINK]
Best for: friends who know but haven't asked what they can do yetHi [Name] — I wanted to share something with you. I've set up a divorce registry through Fresh Starts Registry — it's like a registry for starting over, where I've listed things I actually need for my new place. If you'd like to get me something, this is the best way to know what would help. No pressure at all, just wanted you to have it. [YOUR REGISTRY LINK]
Best for: parents, siblings, or relatives who want to help but need more contextOkay I'm going to be brave and share this with you all — I set up a divorce registry. It's a fresh start wishlist for my new place. You've all been so amazing through this and I wanted to give you an easy way to show up if you wanted to. [YOUR REGISTRY LINK] Love you all.
Best for: your inner circle group chatSubject: My Fresh Start Registry
Hi [Name],
I wanted to reach out personally to share something with you. As you may know, I've been going through a divorce — and I'm in the process of building a new home and a new chapter.
I've set up a divorce registry through Fresh Starts Registry — it's essentially a wishlist for everything I need to start over. If you've been wondering how to help or what to do, this is the clearest answer I can give you.
You can find my registry here: [YOUR REGISTRY LINK]
There's no expectation at all — I just wanted you to have it. Your support through this has meant everything.
With love,
[Your name]
Subject: I set up a Fresh Starts Registry
Hi everyone,
Quick note — I've set up a divorce registry. Think of it like a wedding registry but for starting over: I've put together a list of things I actually need as I build my new home and life.
If you've been wanting to do something and weren't sure what, this is it: [YOUR REGISTRY LINK]
Thank you for being in my corner. It matters more than you know.
[Your name]
Best for: a wider group where you want to keep it light and easyHi [Name] — you asked what you could do, and I finally have an answer. I set up a Fresh Starts Registry — it's a wishlist for everything I need as I get my new place set up. Here it is: [YOUR REGISTRY LINK]. Honestly, even just you asking meant a lot.
Best for: replying to someone who already offered to help"Actually — I set up a Fresh Starts Registry, which is basically a divorce registry, a wishlist for my new place. I'll send you the link. It's the easiest way for you to know exactly what would help."
"I want to tell you about something I did that felt slightly brave — I set up a divorce registry. It's through Fresh Starts Registry and it's basically a wishlist for starting over. I'm going to send it to you because you're someone I actually want to have it."
"I know it's a new thing, but it's basically the same idea as a wedding registry — divorce is a major life transition and you have to rebuild a lot of things from scratch. It just gives people who want to help a clear way to do it."
Thank you for being here. I'm in the middle of a big transition — building a new home and a new chapter after my divorce. This is my wishlist for starting over. Your support means everything.
A divorce registry is like a wedding registry — except it's for the fresh start that comes after. I've listed the things I actually need as I rebuild: a new bedroom, a new kitchen, a new home. If you're here, it's because you're someone I trust and someone I'm grateful for. Thank you for supporting me through my fresh start.
I'm starting over. This is what that actually looks like. Thank you for showing up.
How to make these your own
Name what you're building — "I'm setting up my first solo apartment" or "I'm starting over in a new city" gives people context and makes it feel real rather than abstract.
Start with the person's name. "Hi [Name]" instead of a generic opener immediately signals this was sent to them specifically, not blasted out.
Say the true thing, briefly. If you're exhausted, say so. If you're excited about your new place, say that. One true sentence does more than three polished ones.
Remove the pressure explicitly. "No pressure at all" or "just wanted you to have it" makes people feel like they're being given an option, not an obligation — which makes them more likely to use it.
Match the register of your relationship. The way you text your best friend is not the way you email your aunt. Use the voice you'd normally use with that person.
You don't have to explain the whole divorce. A registry share is not a life update — keep it about the registry and let people ask if they want to know more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about building your registry.
A divorce registry works like a wedding registry, but in reverse. Instead of registering for things to start a shared life, you're registering for things to rebuild your own — household items, professional services, experiences, or anything that supports your transition.
Fresh Starts Registry launched in July 2021 as the world's first divorce registry — a fact verified by Forbes. It gives friends and family a way to show up for you, and it gives you a way to ask for help without having to explain yourself.
Building a registry is always free. You browse our curated product bundles organized by room and category — kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, self-care, and more — and add what you need to your registry. We've done the research so you don't have to.
Once your registry is built, you share it with the people in your life who want to help. They purchase items directly from the retailers we've linked — the items ship straight to you. Think of it as a wish list your community can rally around.
No. Building a registry is completely free, and we collect no data on registries. There is no fee to create one, no fee to share one, and no fee for the people who purchase items from it. It's yours to use however you need.
This is a great question, and we understand why people ask. Fresh Starts Registry is a platform — not a grant program, a charity, or a gifting service. We don't purchase or fulfill registry items ourselves.
What we do is give you the tools to build a registry and share it with the people in your life who want to show up for you — friends, family, coworkers, anyone who cares. They purchase items directly from the linked retailers, and those items ship straight to you.
There's also our Registry Fairy program — if you opt in, a generous stranger in our community may choose to purchase an item from your registry. It's a beautiful part of what we've built, though it's not guaranteed.
We created this because no one had built the infrastructure for people to rally around someone during one of life's hardest transitions. That's what the registry is for — making it easier to ask, and easier to help.
A Registry Fairy is someone in our community who wants to gift an item from a stranger's registry — no connection required, just generosity. It's one of the most meaningful parts of what we've built.
If you've created a registry, you can opt in to share it with our Registry Fairy community. A fairy browses available registries and picks an item to purchase — it ships directly to you. You don't need to know them, and they don't need to know you.
If you want to become a Registry Fairy, you can sign up on our registry page to get matched with someone who could use the support.
Anyone going through a major life transition. While we're best known for divorce, our registries are also used by people navigating job changes, moves, coming out, leaving difficult living situations, and other fresh starts. If you're starting over and could use support, the registry is for you.
Our curated bundles cover the practical essentials: kitchen basics, bedding, bathroom supplies, cleaning products, self-care items, and more. Every product has been researched and selected by our team so you're not overwhelmed by choices.
You can also add items beyond our bundles. The registry is flexible — if you need it for your fresh start, it belongs there.
Once your registry is built, you'll get a shareable link. Send it however feels right — text, email, social media, or just tell someone in person. There's no wrong way to share it.
If you need help figuring out how to ask, we have scripts and resources for that too. Asking for support is one of the bravest things you can do — we're here to make it a little easier.
Yes. We collect no data on registries. Your registry is yours — you decide who sees it and how it's shared. If you opt in to the Registry Fairy program, fairies will be able to view your registry, but no personal information beyond what you choose to include is shared.
If they have a Fresh Starts registry, the best thing you can do is purchase something from it. It takes the guesswork out of helping and lets them know you see them.
If they don't have a registry, you can send them our way — or become a Registry Fairy and support a stranger who's starting over. You can also explore our resources for supporting a friend through divorce.
We’d like to introduce you to the Registry Fairy
The Registry Fairy is a support enthusiast who sprinkles support items when and where she can! The Registry Fairy visits registries at random and sometimes sends a little support item off the registry!
Submitting is completely optional and doesn't guarantee a gift. It just means you're open to the possibility.
By submitting your registry to the Registry Fairy you consent to Fresh Starts reaching out and asking for a testimonial about your registry experience.
Submitting your registry to the Registry Fairy does not guarantee something will be purchased off your registry, it just means your registry & an item off of it might be selected at random. Fresh Starts makes no guarantees or promises on behalf of the Registry Fairy. The Registry Fairy and Fresh Starts just want to give back when and where they can.
Please note that Fresh Starts uses Amazon.com as our registry engine. This allows our Freshies to keep their addresses hidden if they so chose. It also allows Registry Builders to add almost any item they need to fill their home or feel supported to their registry. We do use affiliate links on our registry bundles, but beyond that Fresh Starts makes no revenue from the creation of a registry or the purchasing off a registry. Beyond the affiliate links Fresh Starts makes no revenue from the Registry and there is no upsell for making a registry through Fresh Starts. Our paramount goal is that people feel supported and safe when they are going through big, brave life moments, for this reason we do not have or collect data on who is making a registry unless they chose to self identify.
The Registry Fairy started as a simple idea.
Someone is starting over. They've built a registry — not for a wedding, not for a baby — but for themselves, for the life they're building on the other side of something hard. And sometimes, a stranger shows up for them anyway.
That's the Registry Fairy.
We didn't create a formal program. We didn't build a system. We just started keeping a list of people who wanted to be that stranger — who wanted to do something small and generous for someone they'd never meet, with no expectation of acknowledgment or reciprocity. People who understood that the point wasn't the gift. It was the reminder that the world still has kind people in it.
If that sounds like you, this is the right place.
Being a Registry Fairy means you'll occasionally hear from us with a registry to look at. That's it. You decide if you want to do anything with it. No pressure, no follow-up, no explanation required — ever. You show up when you want to, in whatever way feels right.
The people on the other side of these registries are real. They're rebuilding. They didn't ask for a fairy, and they may never know one showed up. But that's never stopped a fairy before.
Community fund
The Registry Fairy Fund
Not everyone knows someone going through a divorce. But a lot of people want to help anyway.
The Registry Fairy Fund is for them.
Contribute any amount, and it goes into a shared pool that Fresh Starts uses to purchase items directly from registries — giving real support to real people starting over. You won't know whose registry you're shopping. They won't know who helped. That's kind of the whole point.
Maybe you don't have the bandwidth to follow someone's registry, track what's been purchased, or figure out what to ship where. Maybe you just want to do something good and move on with your day. This is that option. Drop in what feels right, and Fresh Starts handles the rest.
Starting fresh is easier when strangers show up for each other.
Every contribution goes directly toward someone's fresh start.
Any amount welcome.