Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 25, 2014

I love to buy things second hand. If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” The Items We Typically Buy Used.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

We’re always hearing how expensive it is to bring up a baby but this doesn’t have to be the case. Here are some tips on how to save money on baby items. The average list of baby-related must-haves is pretty scary but not all of them are vital essentials. So, how have you saved money on baby costs? How vital is the item?

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

One of our baby rabbits Another big part of our lives is adoption. My son with one of our baby goats I remember for many years looking at any recipe that asked for more than one kind of cheese and rejecting it right away. I can’t resist buying them high-quality, special presents for their birthdays and adoption day celebrations.

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For the Mommas

JULY 27, 2016

How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives. For a few months after the birth of a new baby, most couples go from two incomes to one. Here are tips on How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives. Here are a few good ones: Target Baby Registry Free Welcome Kit. Buy second hand.

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Saving SAHM Sanity

APRIL 22, 2013

Buy second hand. Especially baby items, babies outgrow items so quickly that many times you can find items at a fraction of retail cost that have only been used a few times. If you''ve got the time and money: ~Buy a fuel efficient car. When replacing appliances, buy the most energy efficient.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

You are expecting a baby! And then you start to make a list of all the things you are going to need, most of which are baby-specific and therefore you probably don’t already have, especially if this is your first child. So let’s look at some ways to shop and save money when expecting a baby. How exciting! Wonderful news!

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 1, 2015

We will be challenging ourselves to resist buying retail and instead choose thrift by borrowing, buying second hand, or making do with what we already have. Health Resolutions: Baby Steps to a New You | Ellen Christian @ Confessions of an Overworked Mom. I’ll go into more detail in an upcoming post.

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