Baby Cheapskate

Could you fit three cribs in your nursery? Planning a nursery for multiples when you're on a budget takes considerable creativity and planning. In this guest post, mother of two-year-old triplets Jennifer shows us how her family made it work:Once we decided to have a baby I started looking at...

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This guest post is by BC reader Katie, a Utah mom who blogs about food, crafts, kids, deals and more at Favorites and Things.There is just something exciting about a nursery. When we were decorating my daughter Addie's room I found a lot of fun inexpensive ideas. I thought...

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Enjoy free shipping on your OldNavy.com order of $50 or more (no code necessary) through 3/9. Just select free shipping at checkout. Last week's jeans sale has ended, but I'm still seeing some great deals for boys and girls in the "sale" section, like belted cords for girls for just...

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Print a coupon for $2 off a pack of Huggies at Coupons.com. You'll also find coupons for .75 off Huggies wipes and $2 off PullUps. Some regions may be excluded. We're having a discussion about which regions are and are not (by ZIP) over at BC's Facebook Fan Page.Big boxes...

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The Delta Portable Mini Crib in Cherry is $98.05 with free shipping at Amazon. White and Natural are also on sale, but slightly more. Great for grandma's house!The Tyson Convertible white drop-side crib by Delta is 45% off with free shipping. It's $110.13.Related: $400 crib for $99, ShippedThanks for reading...

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BC reader Jessica sent in this great cloth diaper tip:Bumkins diaper 6-packs in pattern "boy elements" size small are $61.60 ($10.27 ea.) at Amazon right now. That's 44% off list price. "Girl elements" six packs in size small are 42% off right now. They're $64.12 ($10.69 each). "Boy Elements" in...

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New at my Upromise deal blog, Mommy Saves Best: Kid Shoe Clearance Deals! Stride Rite, See Kai Run and More, Plus Free Shipping. First time shoppers use UPROMISE10 for $10 off orders of $49 or more that include diapers or formula. Plus, free subscription to Parenting mag (or $14.97...

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In this guest post, Kara shows us how to save money by creating a nursery that grows with your child... maybe even until she goes off to college!The key to pulling off a room that will grow with your little one is choosing a theme that does not restrict you...

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Take 20% off your online order of $50 or more at StrideRite.com with code SPRING2010. Ends 3/28. Free shipping when you buy two pairs or more. Details.Stride Rite's BOGO 50% off sale starts today, but it's in store only. Here are the details (and store locator).Thanks for reading BabyCheapskate.com! For FREE,...

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Pure and Little, purveyor of organic baby essentials including organic bedding, is having a two day sale. Through Friday, all items have been reduced by 40%.Choose from brands like DwellStudio, Under the Nile and more. Not cheap, but if you're looking for boutique organic bedding, toys, gifts, and more, check...

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Swaddling isn't for every baby, but it sure helped my son (and us!) get some rest. The swaddling blankets a neighbor hand made for us before my son was born worked soooo much better than anything we found at the store. They were the right size and shape (square) and...

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You don't need a crib bedding set. Three of the four items included in most four-piece crib bedding sets are purely decorative (skirt, quilt, and bumper). The bumper and quilt shouldn't even be placed in the crib with a newborn baby for safety reasons. If you want to buy a...

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In this guest post, BC reader, blogger and architect Robin shares her secrets for creating a modern nursery using low-cost, creative materials and accessories.I am an architect in Northwest Indiana and I love design, but I don't make a lot of money. So, I tried to find cheap and crafty...

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In this guest post, BC reader Alison shares how she and her husband created their cute, colorful nursery on the cheap:Like many moms-to-be, I began dreaming of the perfect nursery decor about 2 minutes after telling my husband we were going to be parents. I knew I wanted something non-traditional,...

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BC reader Zolar found this Babi Italia Scandi Convertible Drop Side Crib for $99 on Amazon with free shipping. That's 75% off the list price of $399.99. Love the cute, modern styling. The drawback? It's a drop side crib.See more cribs at 50% off at more with free shipping at...

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Got any birthdays coming up? There are a couple of great toy deals this week at Toys R Us. Both end 3/6.Buy 1, Get 1 50% off LEGO building sets (excludes Star Wars, Toy Story & Mindstorms Building Sets). Includes DUPLO.25% off ALL Little Tikes houses, climbers and...

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Save big on your nursery decor by painting or wallpapering a dresser yourself. It's a fun weekend project. Here's a bit of inspiration. Click the links beneath each to see it larger and/or for a tutorial.Ask family and friends if they have any unwanted pieces in storage. Or check your...

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I saw this in the most recent Land of Nod catalog. What an easy way to add in expensive covered storage to a nursery! Wire shelving systems like this can be purchased from home improvement stores for $50 or so. You could even cover a non-matching bookshelf that you already...

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Get the Graco Modern Pack n Play in Bombay at Babies R Us right now with free shipping. It's $169.98 with an extra 15% off. Your price pre-tax is $144.48 shipped. No coupon code necessary.Looking for a less expensive play yard? AlbeeBaby has several on sale. Free shipping when you...

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This is a re-publication of a great rocker recommendation Q&A. Check the comments for great tips and feel free to add your own!A reader wrote in recently to ask if I had any recommendations for gliders or rockers. We used a big, creaky oak rocker that's been in my family...

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Buy an Olivia convertible fixed-side crib and mission 5-drawer chest at JCPenney for $659.99 ($349.99 for the crib and $309.99 for the chest) and get the changing table (reg. $189.99) free. Then take 40% off with code FEB4010. The set comes in cherry, espresso, maple or natural. The crib converts...

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Crib shopping can be overwhelming for first time parents on a budget. You want something safe and attractive, but you don't want to spend a mint. Here are some tips to help you save when buying a crib.Crib Safety Must HavesThe American Academy of Pediatrics offers the following recommendations for...

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CVS brand products are 40% off right now at CVS.com (ends 3/3). This is a great way to stock up on diapers, wipes and other baby bathroom necessities. Infant meds like ibuprofen are also a bargain. Don't stock up too much on the meds, though, since they expire.). Free shipping...

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Take 25% off your total purchase at ElegantMommy.com with code HAPPY through Wednesday, March 3. Free shipping on orders over $100 or $7.95 flat-rate shipping for orders less than $100.Includes bumGenius, Fuzzibunz, gDiapers and more. ElegantMommy.com also carries nursing bras, bibs, blankets and other baby items.Thanks for reading BabyCheapskate.com! For FREE,...

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If you hurry you can pick up Trend Lab 100% Cotton Solid Jersey Sheet in blue for just $7.68. That's about 49% off list price. Eligible for free shipping when you spend $25 or more. [edited: all gone]See more Trend Lab bedding on sale at Amazon, including fleece receiving blankets...

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