Buying baby products, from clothing and toys to furniture and strollers, is a conundrum: parents are told to be frugal with the economy, but not too frugal – you might compromise your baby’s safety. You’re told not to always accept hand-me-downs but, at the same time, need to find which moderately-priced brands are the safest. But, when it comes to purchasing some baby products, secondhand and hand-me-downs are perfectly acceptable. Parents, especially in the current economic climate, need to be as financially-savvy as possible and, at the same time, be mindful of your child’s safety and health. Your children, at the same time, continue to grow physically and mentally and out-grow many products just as soon as you’ve bought them.
Clothing, in particular, is an item for babies that never lasts long. Parents are advised to stick with basics for the first few years, but what about purchasing many of these items secondhand? An article on NOLA.com gives some suggestions for purchasing secondhand clothing for babies and teens. At thrift and consignment stores, look for lightly-worn clothing that your child will only use a few times, including onesies, t-shirts, pants, coats, and hats. Make sure you have enough for your child in sizes 0 to 18 months.
Aside from clothing, however, other standard baby items should be purchased new, and here is where a parent should be shopping for price and safety deals. Older baby furniture and strollers also may have been recalled at some point, and you might end up purchasing a defective product at a thrift or consignment shop without realizing this. Additionally, furniture and strollers that are significantly worn are a greater risk for injuries. Newer baby furniture and strollers are in stable condition and will provide your child with a safe environment for sleeping or being pushed.
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