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Save Money on Baby, Toddler and Kid's Expenses
Raising children can be expensive, but these frugal tips, submitted by other parents, will help you save money on your baby, toddlers and kid's expenses.
Alternative to Disposable Bibs
Here's a tip for saving money using disposable bibs.
Baby Forumla and Traveling
This tip makes traveling with a baby on formula easier and less expensive.
Back-to School Supplies
Here's a tip for saving money on back-to-school supplies for your kids.
Breastfeed Your Baby
Try breastfeeing your newborn. It's cheaper and healthier for your baby.
Buy Quality Baby Items
Although the initial expense is more, you can actually save money in the long run by buying quality baby items.
Cloth Baby Wipes
Here are tips for saving money by using cloth baby wipes.
Free Movies for Your Kids
Here's a tip for how you might be able to get free movies for your kids.
Free Toys for Kids
Never turn down a freebie, especially toys for your kids.
Homemade Baby Wipes
Here's a tip for saving money by making your own homemade baby wipes.
Homemade Bubble Bath
Most kids love bubble baths, but they can be fairly expensive. Here's a tip to save money by making homemade bubble bath for your kids.
Make Clothes Larger
Extending the life of your child's clothes by making them larger can save you money in clothing costs.
Make Your Own Bibs
If you have some basic sewing skills, you can save money by making your own terry cloth bibs.
Make Your Own Homemade Baby Food
For many foods, like bananas and vegetables, it's easier and less expensive to make your own baby food.
Recycle Burp Cloths
You can save money by recycling your baby's burp cloths.
Role-Playing Toys
Most kids love role-playing toys, like old telephones and office equipment. Here's an idea for finding inexpensive role-playing toys for your kids.
Save With a Pool
While the initial investment might be large, you might be able to actually save money with a backyard pool for your older kids.
Saving on Diapers
Should you buy store-brand or name-brand diapers? It's really your personal preference. Here's what two other moms think.
Sharing Toys
Sharing toys and baby supplies can help you and other parents save money. Here's how.
Storing Baby Bottles
Here's a tip for saving money storing baby bottles when not in use.
Stretch Juice
Juice is expensive, but this tip will help you save money on your children's juice.
Washcloths for Cleanup
Here's a tip for saving money by using cloth washcloths instead of paper towels when cleaning up your baby or toddler after meals.
WIC Program
Learn about WIC (Women, Infants, and Children), a U.S. federal program offering free food to qualified families.