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Trade In Events
Keep your eyes open for trade in events, such as the one offered by Babies R Us. It’s an opportunity to bring in used or expired baby gear and receive material discount (25% or more) on new purchases.
Events like these are focused on reclaiming potentially unsafe baby items from the marketplace and giving parents the opportunity to replace them with new products that meet or exceed safety standards.
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Buy Tax Free
Did you know you can purchase infant care products from the FSA store (www.fsastore.com)? Some items like boogies wipe, thermometers, and diapers quality for pre-tax savings. Check out the website and save!
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Breast Pump
You may not need to register for a breast pump! Believe it or not, you may be eligible to receive a discounted or free breast pump under your insurance, courtesy of the Affordable Care Act.
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Amazon Universal Baby Registry
When you create a baby registry on Amazon, you can use a Universal Registry button that allows you to add items from other websites to your Amazon registry. So if you’ve found “must-haves” from a big box store or a boutique, use the universal registry button to add the item to your Amazon Baby Registry. It creates a one-stop-shop for everyone making purchases!
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Over Prepare
Register for more than you need, because you can take advantage or special discounts when you purchase the remaining items.
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Feeding
Don’t commit to bottle feeding right away. There’s a good chance you’ll be able to breastfeed successfully and you may not need a bottle for several months. When the time comes, you’ll want to try several different brands. Most babies are extremely picky and prefer a nipple that’s similar to their mother’s!
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The Big Stuff
Include a few big ticket items while keeping most items at a lower price point, giving gift-givers the option to bundle or gift in a basket.
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Give Yourself Options
Your registry should include a variety of diapers (sizes and brands), because you never know what brand will work best for your babe.
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Basic Essentials
Basic essentials should always go on your registry. Think newborn diapers, wipes, ointment, nursing pads, nipple cream, breastfeeding clip, etc. They may not be fun, but they’re a necessity for anyone with a new born.
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Always create a registry
People love giving gifts and as new parents, you’re often eligible to purchase items at a discount, from your own registry.
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Babies R Us
Babies R Us used to provided ten percent cash back on all registry purchases - for endless savings (whether you receive them as a gift or bought them yourself). 10 weeks after your due date, Babies R Us will send you a gift card via email, no exclusions apply to what you can buy!
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Amazon
Amazon gives offers a ten percent completion discount and complimentary Baby Registry Welcome Boxes to Amazon Prime members.
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Target
Target provides a fifteen percent completion coupon so you can buy remaining items on your registry.
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BuyBuy Baby
BuyBuy Baby issues a ten percent completion coupon, which is issued online approximately 10 days prior your due date.
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Walmart
Walmart gives you the option to send a special “thank you card” to all gift givers.