Save Money on Baby Gear

Babies grow so rapidly I buying his swing, walker, exersaucer and other high priced items that he will only use for about 1-3 mo. at a thrift store. I always check things over before I buy it to make sure there isn't anything wrong with it that could harm my baby. When ever I bring anything home from a thrift store I always clean it extremely well with some sort of antibacterial soap. This way my baby has what he needs to learn and grow and I haven't paid a lot for something he'll only use for a few months. -- Amber from NV

Huge strollers are a pain - get a nice "umbrella" type that has a basket and lays down for baby.  They run about $40 at Babies R Us.  -- Alicia from MI

Check your local newspaper for baby items, some things you must get new like a car seat and a mattress, but we got 2 changing tables and a crib for under $150.00. That leaves lots of money left over for toys:)  Check tag sales for baby items.  Most are in great condition. -- Jen from MA

There is a ton of baby stuff at yard sales for cheap. I have borrowed items such as a playpen from friends or family when they were done using it for their first child but didn't have another child to use it yet. -- Sharon from OH

Consignment shops that specialize in kid stuff are great places to find typically expensive gear: high chairs, strollers, toddler beds, toys such as exe-saucers, play gyms, etc. Yard sales are probably even cheaper.

But always buy a car seat new or from someone you know (they can vouch whether the seat's ever been in a car accident) and always check for recalls. -- Jill from VA

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