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Tight Budget Baby Prep Suggestions
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items If you are finding yourself in the situation of needing to get things together using as little money as possible, this is the list for you. I really hope that this can help ease the stress of getting everything you need. Any hand me downs you can get...
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Buy these things new
If you can only buy 2 things new, get the car seat and mattress new. I recommend putting them on your baby registry to save money.
Its important to buy the sleep space new or from someone you trust. This mini crib can fit in smaller spaces and comes with the mattress so you wont need to buy one!
Delta - Gio Mini Crib with Free Mattress
This car seat will last all the stages of needing a car seat. A convertible will save you money in the long run because you can skip the bucket seat.
Safety 1st - Ellaris Convertible Car Seat
This car seat is an excellent fit for preemies. It is a great price and will keep baby safe. The downside of this car seat is that it is not compatible with any strollers.
Evenflo - NurtureMax Infant Car Seat
Anti colic bottles. I recommend these bottles if you need a bottle with a good latch to avoid nipple confusion. This would be a good addition to your baby registry!
Evenflo - Balance Wide-Neck Anti-Colic Baby Bottle
This travel system is often $199 when on sale. Many people love this system and say the stroller is great.
Baby Trend - Passport Switch Modular Travel System
This is such an affordable change pad. I have linked a nicer option in the registry section.
VÄDRA - Changing pad
Vadra changing pad cover!
VÄDRA - Cover for changing pad
Non Toxic Breathable Waterproof mini crib mattress.
Delta Children Twinkle Stars Breathable Mini Crib Mattress - Green
Buy these things secondhand
I recommend trying to get things off of marketplace or at garage sales.
Uppababy maintains it value for resale. So if you can get an uppababy v2 or above for around $200, you can resell it for the same price after you're finished with it.
UPPAbaby - Vista V3 Single-to-Double Stroller
Another good option to buy used is a bugaboo. They tend to keep their quality. The resale value isnt generally retained as well as uppababy so youll want to get a really to try to get a really good deal on it
Bugaboo - Fox 5 Complete Stroller
On sale this week for $89! If you can find a high chair like this second hand it is well worth the extra features over the high chair I link in the registry suggestions.
Mompush - Olli 7-in-1 High Chair
Facebook Marketplace, mom swaps, and garage sales are your best bets for stocking up on clothes you need. So many people have piles of baby clothes that were never worn.
Cat & Jack - 2pc Faux Shearling Teddy Bear Sweatshirt and Jogger Pants Set
Sleepsacks are the safest sleep option to keep baby warm. I have seen them at once upon a child for $5 each.
HALO - SleepSack Bamboo Wearable Blanket
Baby baths can often be picked up for $5 second hand. Check for mold and mildew.
Skip Hop - Moby Smart Sling 3-Stage Baby Bath Tub
I recommend getting a dresser that is change table height over getting a change table. There are lots of good deals at the thrift store on dressers.
Graco - Teddi Changing Table with free Water-Resistant Changing Pad
Registry Suggestions
I have added affordable options for your registry that may be within budget for people gifting baby things. Most registry suggestions can be found second hand for a good deal as well.
At $29 this is an excellent addition to your registry. Many babies are just as happy with this bouncer as they are with a babybjorn.
Bright Starts - Floral Wonders Vibrating Bouncer
This swing is portable and easy to use. The quality isnt very good, but it is used for such a short amount of time that this is should last through 2 or 3 kids. I recommend adding this to your registry.
Bright Starts - Playful Paradise Portable Compact Baby Swing
This high chair is very affordable. It will do the job. Definitely add this to the registry if you can
Cosco Kids - Canteen High Chair
Has a bassinet for when your baby is a newborn. The lower area can be used for toddlers to sleep on. Its nice to have a safe space like this to place your toddler when you go to the washroom.
Jeep - Horizon Compact Travel 2-in-1 Playard and Bassinet
People love buying baby clothes. Add your favorites to the registry!
Cloud Island - Baby Boys' 2pk Stars So Very Soft Modal Blend Romper
This is a great addition to your baby registry. Ask for more sheets than you think you will need. Blow outs may ruin some.
The Peanutshell - Mini Crib Sheet Set - 3 Pack - Multiuse for Pack & Play, Playard, Playpen, Mini Crib
I recommend adding a cough and cold medicine for baby to your registry. It will save you from running out late at night for it.
Mommy's Bliss - Organic Baby Cough & Mucus Syrup - Elderberry
Tylenol is a safe and effective fever reducer. It can save your babys life. Talk to your doctor about dosages. I recommend having some on hand.
Tylenol - Infant Dye-Free General Pain Reliever
The snotsucker will clear out a stuffy nose very well. Its an inexpensive registry addition.
Frida Baby - NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
Gripe water is such a help when baby is uncomfortable. I recommend adding this to your registry.
Mommy's Bliss - Gripe Water Night Time for Colic, Gas or Stomach Discomfort
Baby needs vitamin D especially if breastfeeding.
Ddrops Baby Vitamin D 400 IU Organic Liquid Drops - 0.06 fl oz
Its important to clean babies gums and mouth from an early age.
Orajel Kids Elmo Fluoride-Free Training Toothpaste & Toothbrush
Teething can cause a lot of discomfort. This will help ease babys pain.
Hyland's Naturals Baby Nighttime Oral Pain Relief - 125ct
Saline solution can help baby be more comfortable when sick.
Little Remedies Saline Nasal Mist for Babies Stuffy Noses - 3 fl oz
I recommend adding this change pad to your registry. However, if you end up buying a change pad yourself, I recommend the change pad that I will add to the buy new since it is so much cheaper to buy one from ikea. This one is a lot better though.
Skip Hop Light Up Changing Pad - Oat
Mam sells their pacifiers in a microwave steam sterilizer as the packaging to save money. Asking for a variety of styles will help you to find the pacifier your baby will accept.
MAM Newborn Pacifier Variety Pack - 3pk - Unisex
This carrier is comfortable and has good positioning for baby.
Infantino Cuddle Up Ergonomic Hoodie Carrier - Fox
Ask for diapers! It helps so much to have less to buy.
Millie Moon Luxury Disposable Diapers - Size 1 - 108ct
Ask for lots of wipes! You will go through a ton in the first year.
Millie Moon 99% Pure Water Baby Wipes - 576ct
A rocking chair is such a helpful addition to your nursery space. I recommend adding this one to your registry.
Costway Upholstered Rocking Chair with Pillow Rocking Armchair with Rubber Wood Frame Grey
The Mam bottle is amazing. It has a built in microwave steam sterilizer so you can skip that expense. This bottle is my top pick because if your baby rejects this bottle, you can buy a pack of the laninoh natural wave nipples and see if they would ac...
MAM Easy Start Anti-Colic Baby Bottle - Mint - 9oz