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How Little Could You Spend on Your Child in a Year?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I got brand new clothes , a stroller, a playpen, toys, blankets, the list goes on and on. Many of the other items I needed like cloth diapers and clothes for the baby in bigger sizes I bought from garage sales. Garlick got all of her children’s clothes and gear from friends, family, and sites like Freecycle.

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How to Shop and Save Money when Expecting a Baby

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Remember that you will receive lots of baby gifts and many people choose to give clothing because it is all so very cute. You will save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars by looking for the basics in secondhand stores, eBay and Freecycle. How to Save Money on Baby Costs How Much Does It Really Cost to Have a Baby?