Having a Baby Without Breaking the Bank

Oh, baby! Those little bundles of joy can cost a small fortune, and that’s just getting them home from the hospital! After having 4 children, I have found a few ways to lessen the financial strain in different areas.

having a baby without breaking the bank

  • What is the first thing most women want to buy when they *suspect* that they maybe, might, possibly be pregnant? A pregnancy test! And you can spend a fortune on them, or you can march right down (or drag yourself, if you really are pregnant!) to Dollar Tree and buy one for a buck. And they work! As I mentioned here, they either accurately diagnosed or confirmed all four of my pregnancies. 🙂

So now that you know you’re pregnant, there are many expenses that can quickly add up. {especially when you’re a cash-paying maternity patient like moi!} So how else can you save money?

Read the rest of the post here on Houston Mothers’ Blog!

 

 

About Kelli Hays

Kelli Hays is a wife, mother, writer, and friend. She has been blogging since 2008 and loves sharing inspiration for the everyday woman!

Comments

  1. I just saw those at the Dollar Tree not too long ago and wondered how well they worked! I won’t be needing them anymore but it’s good to know in case anyone asks. 🙂

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