The Frugal Baby: Disposable Diapers And Buying in Bulk

In this second article in the series about saving the most money you can on disposable diapers, I’ll share some one of the secrets that I have learned about frugal diapers. I’m putting my third child through diapers now, and believe me there is a lot I have learned since the time my first child was going through them. In the very beginning, there were times when I thought that it would be easier to just wrap his little bottom with dollar bills. In the first part of the series, I shared how being flexible can help save money. I … Continue reading →

The Frugal Baby: Disposable Diapers and Brands

Want to know how to keep your little one in diapers without going broke? Here are some practical tips that will help you save money while you keep baby’s bum clean and dry. Little ones certainly go through a lot of diapers, don’t they? Knowing that the average diaper can cost $.30 or more is discouraging when you are frugal minded. And isn’t it frustrating to change a diaper when five minutes later it needs to be changed again? You could go with cloth diapers. In fact, you can read all about the best ways to save money if you … Continue reading →

The Frugal Baby: Cloth Diapers

Diapers can be a big expense in any household. Up until recently, I had two little ones in diapers, and it seemed like we were going to have to take a second mortgage out on the house. Now I just have one in diapers, but I still need to do what I can to be frugal. There are a lot of options out there when it comes to diapers, as well as some pitfalls that could cost you a lot of money over the course of your little one’s diaper needs. Although I personally use disposable diapers, there are good … Continue reading →

The Frugal Baby: Changing Tables

Babies have a way of just using up money left and right. As soon a parents announce the impending arrival of a little one, they should be given a money tree to plant in the backyard. There are so many things that we seem to have to buy. But if you have a frugal eye, or at least tips from this frugal Living blog, you can stem the tide of the money flow and keep the baby under budget. Take the changing table, for example. it is a piece of furniture that many experts, parents, friends, etc., will tell you … Continue reading →

Getting Baby Clothes for Free

Free is always a good thing, right? This is especially true when it comes to baby clothing. It is amazing how such as small person can cost so much money to clothe. From cure little matching outfits complete with hat and booties, to the basics, such as onsies and socks, the clothing cost can really add up. However, there are some ways to get your baby clothing completely for free with just a little effort. One of the most common sense ways of getting free baby clothes is to just ask. Ask friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. Chances are they, or … Continue reading →

Do it Yourself Bathtub Finger Paints

I discovered an exciting product the other day. I gave my two preschoolers some bathtub finger paints and they played contently in the bathtub for over an hour. When they got out, they smelled yummy…(like bananas, blueberries and strawberries). Even better, I was able to sit nearby and give myself a much needed pedicure while catching up on the magazines I never thought I would catch up on. Who would have thought that a $3.99 splurge would be so blissful. That being said, while I would love to enjoy a peaceful bath-time every evening, they used an entire tube of … Continue reading →

Save Money by Hiring a Baby-Entertainer Vs. a Baby-Sitter

The other day I was talking with a girlfriend of mine about my various home-based businesses and how hard it was finding time to catch up. Last year, I hired a high-school student to watch my children two days per week while I went to a coffee shop to catch up on e-mails and write. She was wonderful, but frankly when I factored in the cost of the drive, my coffee and her services I am not sure if I was able to make enough money to make up the difference. “Why don’t you hire my daughter to watch your … Continue reading →

Make Your Own Nursing Pads

Are you a nursing mom? Why put up with those expensive and uncomfortable plastic disposable nursing pads? Cloth pads are nicer to use and more comfortable. They are also more expensive than the disposable pads. No fears! This is the frugal blog after all, and I can share a way to make your own comfy pads practically for free. Nursing pads are definitely a necessity, especially for the first six to nine months, before your body gets used to knowing how much milk to produce and when. The pads absorb any leaks that might occur between and during feedings. Making … Continue reading →

Two Tips for Frugal Baby Sitting

Want to save money on baby sitting expenses? Read on for these tips that will let you have a night on the town without breaking the bank. I’m ashamed to admit it, but my husband and I don’t have a date night very often. With three young children, baby sitting expenses can turn a simple trip to the movies into a major expense. The average rate here is about $5-7 per child, per hour. So three hours away from home would cost us $45-63 before we even count in an actual activity like a movie or dinner. Sometimes a sitter … Continue reading →

Make Your Own Diaper Cake

Why spend $80 or more on a commercial diaper cake? Learn how to make one yourself and save money on a great baby gift. This is a great gift idea for a baby shower or for any new mom. A diaper cake is a fun gift that looks great and is actually useful. I love this gift because the parents can at first use it to decorate the nursery. Then they can take it apart and use the diapers and the gifts. Parents always need diapers! If you prefer, you can make the diaper cake out of cloth diapers, but … Continue reading →