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4 smart money tips for new parents

Babies are always a blessing but as most parents quickly realise, having a baby can also turn out to be quite costly. To help you reduce those costs, you will find four smart money tips for new parents in the article.

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Becoming a parent is one of the most amazing experiences in life. However, preparing for the arrival of your little one and taking care of a newborn isn’t free. To help you reduce your baby-related costs, you will discover four smart money tips in this article.

Becoming a parent is an amazing experience.

Preparing for the arrival of your little one isn't free.

1. Use discounts and coupons for essentials

There are certain items such as nappies and baby wipes that you will need in bulk over the course of the first one to two years of your little one’s life. Hence, whenever you see these items on sale or are able to receive a two-for-one discount go for it. With nappies, of course, you have to be mindful of sizes as your little angel will grow fast but you can never have enough baby wipes, so grab them when you can get them for less.


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2. Accept second hand items

When announcing your pregnancy to friends and family you will very likely be asked whether you would like their no longer needed baby clothes or other items. Say yes! There is nothing wrong with second hand rompers, socks, hats, and mittens for your little one.

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3. Say no to things you really don’t need

When you are having a baby, there are certain things you will absolutely need such as a stroller, a cot, enough clothes for warm and cold days, baby bottles, and pacifiers. However, there is also a wide range of products that you don’t require. Onesie extenders, nappy wrappers and baby cologne are good examples of items you can say no to as they really aren’t necessary.

4. Leverage your baby benefits

Families who have children are entitled to a baby benefits such as family tax, child care benefit or the baby bonus so don’t forget to fill out the necessary paperwork to receive the ones you are eligible for. While the baby benefits do not accumulate to large amounts, any financial relief helps when it comes to covering the costs of buying nappies, wipes, medicine, and new clothes.

 


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