Undeniably having a baby can really be very expensive that is why more and more couples these days are opting for a childless union. True, preparing and supplying for your baby’s needs can be pricey but it doesn’t have to be! It only takes a thorough planning and sensible identification of what is really necessary and what is not.
Parents with babies spent most of their budget on milk formula but that can be avoided by breastfeeding. Breast milk is the best source of nutrients and antibodies for your babies growth and immunity so if you can, it is better to choose breastfeeding over milk formula. Other than it is more natural and healthy, it could save you a lot of money too.
Baby’s clothes can also burden your pockets but there are ways to save on baby clothes. Remember babies grow so fast so it is not necessary to spend a lot of money on baby clothing which are probably only good for two months. I understand, we all want the best for our babies but don’t let this feeling blind us from being practical. Babies don’t care if they are wearing branded or non branded clothes. They don’t even care if the clothes they’re wearing are new or old so let us also not bother ourselves with those. As long as our babies are wearing something clean and comfortable, it’s all good. Accepting handed-down baby clothes from relatives and friends is one good way to save money on baby clothes. If this is not possible, head to the nearest yard sale for baby clothes.
If there are no handed-downs available, other baby things like high chairs, diaper changing tables, potty chairs, crib, and car seats can also be purchased from second hand stores and yard sales. When buying second hand baby things though, make sure that what you are buying are still good and they work like they’re supposed to work.
Second hand toys are plenty and are much cheaper and the best places to find them are in yard sales, flea markets, and thrift stores so keep your eyes open for such places.
If you have to buy something new, make sure that what you are buying is reasonably priced and will be used by your baby for a long time. Also, buy something durable so when your baby is done with it, you can also sell it to others.
My favorite is getting books from goodwill….so scholastic readers there and you can usually get them for 25 cents – $1 each! Craigs list is also good for the big stuff…yard toys, swing sets and power wheels. Great blog….thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas
yeah, i think craigs list is a good online second hard store. i also buy some stuff there every now and then.
Thank you for sharing those tips.