My jaw hit the floor when I read how much the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates the cost of raising a child born in 2013. You’re going to want to sit down for this… $245,340 (to be exact), and that’s before you factor in college. And you were thinking once you get through the first year, you might be able to buy yourself something new. This is where you LOL.
For me, the first few years definitely felt the hardest, fiscally. With nursery furniture, car seats, strollers, diapers, formula, childcare and all of the other necessities, we were drowning in baby debt. But that just goes with the territory. The hubby and I wised up after spending full price on our crib, stroller and some cute little clothes. I started seeking sales on items I wanted, and even some of the more expensive items are totally worth it if you can get them on sale. Here are a few things I found at amazing deals that you and your baby will love.
Luxury Stroller Blanket
I wanted only the softest, most luxurious blankets for my baby (she deserves it), but I couldn’t swallow the price tag. Then, one day, a friend suggested SwaddleDesigns. I saw a stroller blanket similar to the one I was eyeing on sale at half price, and I might have done a cartwheel. Once it came in the mail and I saw how comfy cozy my baby was, I was hooked. I had to try some of the other products on the sale page. They aren’t that expensive to begin with, but the sale prices really make these luxurious items accessible.
From swaddle blankets and sleeping sacks to burp cloths and baby bedding, SwaddleDesigns is known for their quality, style and longevity, and the brand is celebrated by doctors, nurses, educators and celebs. One other thing I love about these products is that so many are made in the U.S.A. To find these products at their overall best price, visit the SwaddleDesigns sale page.
Travel Bottle and Food Warmer
The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Travel Bottle and Food Warmer is one of those things that just makes life easier. Without it, when you’re on the go and baby is ready for a snack, you’re either struggling to find a heat source or giving her less nutritional alternatives. But this warmer heats breast milk, formula and baby food wherever you are. Just fill up the thermal flask with cooled boiled water before you leave the house, and it stays warm throughout the day. When ready, pour water into the warmer, put your bottle or food jar in the water and voila, no external warming source necessary. Other features include:
- BPA-free
- Encourages babies natural feeding action
- Holds Closer to Nature bottles
- Portable and convenient
Mobile Stroller
The Baby Jogger City Mini is awesome. This little lifesaver comes in teal, purple, black, crimson, lime and sand, and it can be folded and lifted with a single hand. Other features include:
- Auto lock
- 5-point harness
- Rear parking brake
- Large UV50+ multi-position canopy
- Handlebar with wipe-clean grip and one-hand steering
- Large under-seat basket
- Seat-back pouch
- Weighs less than 17 lbs.
- Available as double
Just say “No” to buyer’s remorse, and “Yes” to the baby products you want and need at low sale prices.
