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4 Ways to Save Money as a New Mom

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The cost of having a baby is steep. Babies grow quickly, so you might find perfectly good baby clothes that were barely used at a thrift shop. Plus, some recalled car seats might slip through into thrift stores. While shopping secondhand can be a great way to save, don’t skimp when safety is on the line.

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Budget Friendly Camping for the Whole Family

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But camping comes with a steep price tag, especially if you don’t know what you’re doing. If not, go to a local thrift store or go online on eBay/Craigslist and get yourself one. Old 1-liter Gatorade bottles are light, sturdy and do the job extremely well. Borrow or buy a used tent.

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How We Frugal-ed in February 2020

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I allow the tea to steep for about 30 minutes and then I pour the concentrated tea into the above 1 gallon pitcher and add water. Thrifty Finds in February: I try to hit up my favorite thrift store at least once a month. I keep a list of things to look when thrifting.

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