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How to Budget: Little Baby, Big Savings

04/30/13 | Baby, JBF Features, Tips

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Having a baby is expensive. From maternity clothes and car seats to diapers and toys, you spend big time. Luckily, with a little preparation and saving strategies, having kids does not have to cost a fortune. Tip: Many supplier websites, like FirstCry, have great promos and deals to help you save.

 

Here are more tips to keep in mind:

1

Did you know online shopping sometimes can actually save you more money than in-store? Take FirstCry for example. FirstCry is Asia’s largest online retailer of baby supplies and toys. Their site has over 15,000 products from leading baby gear brands. Expectant or new parents can buy everything they need without paying shipping costs. Even better, there are lots of coupon code sites that you can use in conjugation to yield even more savings. Use search engines like Google or Bing to enter the specific coupon you desire and you will find a plethora of options.

2

Avoid buying baby clothes in advance. Babies outgrow clothing constantly and may have growth spurts. That is why it is essential to find inexpensive baby clothes. It is hard to predict what size your baby will wear first. Many babies outgrow newborn clothes quickly, and some larger babies skip newborn sizes all together. Several tips are to shop the clearance racks and utilize hand-me-downs as much as possible. Also, if you are feeling thrifty scavenge thrift stores for deals; often many have 50 percent off days once a week.

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Know when to splurge. Depending on your lifestyle and priorities, there are some baby items that are worth spending a little more money on. For example, if you plan to walk with your baby a lot, it might be worth investing in a more expensive stroller. Tip: Choose neutral colors and patterns for car seats and strollers, this can save you money down the road. Another investment is a breast pump. If you plan to breastfeed longer than a few months, it is worth the money. Other items include a baby carrier, a rocking chair, and crib sheets.

4

Consider choosing gender neutral colors and patterns. It may be tempting to deck out your nursery in fifty shades of pinks or blues; however, buying color coordinating everything may cost you more in the long run. The same goes for the style of furniture you buy for the kid’s room. Remaining gender neutral enhances the re-usability of anything you buy. It also makes it easier to re-sell should you choose to.

5Stick to the essentials. Think basics: food, shelter, and safety. When it comes to diapers and wipes, go generic and buy in bulk when you can. Generic brands have improved their quality now-a-days meaning buying expensive brand names is not necessary. For formula, if you can, using powder is less expensive than ready-to-feed. Also, many times there will be samples at your doctor’s office; all you have to do is ask.

 

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