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Which
Baby Items Are Worth the Extra Money?
When
I was a new mom I faced so many decisions about what to buy for my
baby. Would I really need that $200 baby swing? Was it safe to buy
something used? Could a trust a used crib would stay together and
keep my child safe? Along the way I learned which things were
definitely worth the splurge and which were not.
Splurge:
Jogging Stroller
One
of the first items I bought that I decided was worth the “splurge”
was a jogging stroller. They are incredibly
easy to maneuver,
especially compared to traditional strollers. I also found that my
jogging stroller was easier to store and had a wheel lock, which made
it easier to control. Plus, there are hand breaks for navigating
ramps and hills. This is definitely a baby item worth spending the
extra money.
Save: Diaper Research
On
the flip side, my experience with my daughter showed me some areas I
could save money (so I could afford my splurge). Believe it or not,
cloth diapers really do save you money. There was a larger up front
investment, but I recouped my costs within five months. You can shop
around for used cloth diapers as well. Not only was my child more
comfortable in cloth, but we also avoided the chemicals in disposable
diapers. No more weird smells and fewer diaper rashes are both a win
in my book!
Splurge: Cord Blood Banking
While
I may have saved money with my diapering solution, I knew that one
splurge I could not pass up was cord blood banking. My instincts told
me to do anything possible to help protect my baby’s future health
and this one was an easy choice. After learning about my
baby's cord blood,
I discovered I could preserve the valuable cells found within and
that someday these cells could potentially be used in a medical
treatment for my baby, or possibly a sibling. . As with any medical
decision, you should discuss your available options with your doctor
and then decide what is best for your baby and your family..
Splurge: Baby Laundry Detergent
One
of the little areas to save is to not buy into everything geared for
your little one. Let me tell you now that you do not need to spend
extra for fancy baby laundry detergent. Sure, babies have more
sensitive skin, but you can find a gentler soap that is much cheaper
than the bottle with the baby on it. Choosing a dye and fragrance
free detergent
is just as good in my opinion. I have even had some friends who make
their own detergent. They use every day household ingredients and
save money at the same time.
Since
my daughter is almost two, I often think about what I would change
with a second baby. I learned so much from my first pregnancy and
I’m able to cut costs efficiently- while keeping the family happy!
Look closely at where your money is spent and I figure out you own
ways to save- it becomes fun and easy!
Katie
Moore has written and submitted this article. Katie is an active
blogger who discusses the topics of, motherhood, children, fitness,
health and all other things Mommy. She enjoys writing, blogging, and
meeting new people! To connect with Katie contact her via her blog,
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