Post on 05-Aug-2015
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30 Days of
Tips for New
Parents
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If you have to purchase new
clothing, choose neutral colors
so it can be worn again by a
second child.
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New Parent Tip #1
To avoid buying multiple
versions of the same type of
product, purchase body
washes, detergents and hair
brushes that you can share with
your baby.
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New Parent Tip #2
Ditch the expensive diaper
bag, and use a backpack or
large bag you already own.
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New Parent Tip #3
Certain high chair models can run
as high as $300. Opt for a safe, but
cheaper version.
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New Parent Tip #4
Since babies learn to walk
quicker if they are barefoot,
avoid purchasing many pairs
of shoes. Instead, get one pair
of booties to keep feet warm
when outside.
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New Parent Tip #5
Choose convertible items that will
grow and adapt as your child does.
For example, purchase a crib that
can also transform into a toddler
bed.
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New Parent Tip #6
Since crib pillows can be a
sudden infant death syndrome
hazard, you’ll only use them for
decoration. Skip on buying
them.
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New Parent Tip #8
Keep an eye on sites like Zulily.com,
which hold flash sales for baby items.
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New Parent Tip #9
Buy diapers in bulk. You’ll be
needing a lot of them.
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New Parent Tip #10
Make sure to do your homework
on any major purchase. Otherwise,
you may wind up with a stroller
that has a defective handle.
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New Parent Tip #11
Before you purchase an item,
make sure to shop around to
ensure you are getting the
best price.
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New Parent Tip #12
Purchase clothing a size too big, so
that your baby does not grow out of
it after only wearing it a few times.
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New Parent Tip #13
Don’t pre-buy more than one
or two bottles as your baby
may wind up taking to a
different kind.
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New Parent Tip #14
You’ll be using your stroller often,
so pick a model that is convertible
or allows you to add additional
seating space in case your family
grows.
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New Parent Tip #15
Sign up for newsletters and
email lists that frequently offer
coupons for baby and child
products.
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New Parent Tip #16
Only buy the necessities before
your baby is born. You may find that
you didn’t need many of the items
you envisioned you would.
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New Parent Tip #17
Instead of continuing to buy
premade baby food as your
newborn gets older, consider
mashing up your own food or
cutting it into finger food size
for toddlers.
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New Parent Tip #18
If you are able to nurse your
baby. It will not only save
money on formula, but it is
also healthy for you and your
baby.
Source: www.womenshealth.gov
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New Parent Tip #19
When you visit your child’s
pediatrician, ask for free
samples.
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New Parent Tip #20
Check with your tax adviser for any
possible child care deductions, as in
many states you can deduct anywhere
from 20% to 35% of those expenses.
Source: www.taxcreditsforworkingfamilies.org
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New Parent Tip #21
Remember, children don’t care
how much a gift costs. Don’t
spend a fortune on toys when
your child might have more
fun playing with the box they
came in.
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New Parent Tip #22
Rather than purchasing an ear
thermometer, buy a digital oral
thermometer, which will be
about a third of the price.
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New Parent Tip #23
You’ll forget your diaper bag at
some point, so keep a back-up
in the car. Otherwise, you’ll be
out and need to purchase
items you already have, likely
at a more expensive price.
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New Parent Tip #24
Write down a list of necessary
items for your baby and stick to it.
Does your baby need that little
shark costume on display next to
the diapers? Probably not.
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New Parent Tip #25
To decorate your baby’s
nursery, use family pictures
and a sibling’s works of art
instead of purchasing pricey,
premade decorations.
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New Parent Tip #26
If an item you use frequently
goes on sale, stock up on it,
provided it isn’t perishable.
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New Parent Tip #27
If you know you are going to
have a shower thrown for you,
register in advance with a
store so that your friends and
family buy things you need
and no gifts are repeated.
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New Parent Tip #28
If your baby’s items are still in
good condition or are lightly
used, resell the items.
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New Parent Tip #29
Buy generic or store brand
items when possible. These
products will often have the
same ingredient list as
name-brand items, for a
much lower cost.
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New Parent Tip #30
If you haven’t already done so, plan
ahead for the future. A baby’s birth is
a good time to think ahead about
college planning or life insurance.
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