First time parents are often excited about the prospect of decorating and fixing up that special nursery. Then they go to buy those wonderful pieces of baby furniture they have been dreaming about and realize that they are more expensive than they first thought. Yes, baby furniture can be expensive that is why the frugal first time parent will not only put a little thought behind what he/she buys, but also will use some common sense.
Common sense plays an important role because it is easy to become swept into the trap of first time parenthood. They want the best for their future baby and they think (as the salespeople, advertisements, etc also strays them into thinking) that the only way to give their baby the best is by buying the best baby furniture and by buying every perceivable piece they can find. For example, there are strollers that sell for 0. What do these strollers have that the 0 variety doesn't have? They have a few extra compartments, maybe an extra place to store baby's bottle. They also are made from more expensive materials, not better materials, just more expensive materials. Are the 0 strollers safer than the 0 ones, no? The same story applies to cribs, changing tables, etc.
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What else should a soon to be parent think about when it is time to start buying baby furniture? Here are a few suggestions, to help you save money and to help you make some better decisions.
* Think about the furniture you really need. Changing tables are a must in most homes. But not all parents will actually use them. Do you have a bad back? Will it be hard to change baby on the bed? Have you changed any diapers on a changing table in the past? Do you think you will actually use it? If you think you will, then the table is a must buy. Now when looking at these tables think about the kind that you want? Do you want one that is attached to baby's crib? Is there room for one? Do you want one with a lot of drawers? These will come in handy, especially if you are lacking drawer space.
* Bassinets. These are cute. But realistically, they are usually only used for a few months. If you really find a great deal on one and have the money to spare, then you might want to splurge. If not, you and baby will survive. They are really nice because they are movable and you can take them right into your own bedroom. But again, they are not a must have.
* Cribs are a must have. When buying these your first concern is safety. Look at all the recall lists before purchasing. Also look for safety features yourself. It is okay to spend more on this item. It is worth the extra money to keep baby safe and secure.
* Dressers. Again, these will depend on your space and budget. Yes, cute little dressers do make baby's room look more complete. But if your money is tight, you can make do for now.
* A rocking chair. These are always nice, especially for those nights when baby has trouble sleeping. They don't necessarily have to be in baby's room. If you don't have the space to spare, set one up in your living room.
One great way to save money on baby's furniture is to shop at discount stores, resell shops or even buy used from friends and acquaintances. Just remember to watch for dents, sharp edges, peeling paint and things like that when buying used and still check all recall lists.
Buying baby furniture is an important job and it is one that requires you to use some common sense. Remember once baby is born you will have many other ways in which you will need to spend your money.
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