You may or may not have read the first round of bridal registry tips in this post. Either way, as time passes you’ll want to update your registry, and add to it.

Specifically, you should re-register for gifts about 2-4 weeks before your bridal shower.  Or, if the shower is a surprise and you’re not sure when it will be happening, you can make it 3-4 months before your actual wedding.

Re-registering ensures that your guests have plenty of items to choose from for your shower and wedding gift. Much of your original registry items may have been purchased for an earlier shower or as engagement gifts and some items may not be available any longer because they are season and only sold during a limited time.

If you’re concerned about adding to your registry just for the sake of adding, there might be a few things you hadn’t thought to register for during the first round:

• Sheets
• Towels
• Serving pieces
• Tablecloths and napkins

No matter where you are in the planning process, it’s a good idea to refresh your registry regularly and not just register and forget it.