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Baby on a Budget

What things cost, what to skip, and how to spend less.

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Diaper Savings: How to Cut Costs Without Buying Junk

2026-10-29
By: Dana Whitfield
On: October 29, 2026
In: Baby on a Budget

Calculate cost per diaper, test fit before bulk buying, and use store brands and reusable wipes to cut diaper costs in year one.Continue Reading

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Baby Cost First Year: Three Budgets to Plan Around

2026-09-23
By: Dana Whitfield
On: September 23, 2026
In: Baby on a Budget

How much does a baby cost in the first year? Three real planning budgets from $12,000 to $50,000, with monthly breakdowns and the biggest cost drivers.Continue Reading

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Baby Products That Are a Waste of Money: 17 to Skip

2026-09-04
By: Dana Whitfield
On: September 4, 2026
In: Baby on a Budget

These 17 baby products are a waste of money in year one. See what to skip, what to use instead, and how to trim your registry before you spend.Continue Reading

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Budget Baby Registry: Build a Complete List Under $500

2026-08-11
By: Dana Whitfield
On: August 11, 2026
In: Baby on a Budget

Build a newborn budget registry for under $500. What to buy first, what to skip, and how to use completion discounts to keep costs low.Continue Reading

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