Parents can spend up to $10,000 buying stuff for baby's first year of life alone! (read more about baby costs.)

But there are ways families can save thousands of dollars:

Cloth Diaper Your Baby

Cloth diapering can save families literally thousands of dollars and is good for the planet too. Cloth diapers have changed so much in the last decade - they are actually easy to use and oh so cute too. (talk to other moms about cloth diapering.)

Buy Items With Multiple Uses

Parents know how frustrating it can be to buy items that only last a few months before baby grows out of them. Look for items that grow along with baby. Think about a high chair that converts to a booster, or a toy that takes baby from tummy time to standing. (more about baby gear essentials.)

Plan Ahead

Parents may not realize how much they're spending on items they don't need at places like the grocery store. Plan your meals and shop for groceries only that you need.

Breastfeed Your Baby

It's no secret that breastfeeding can save a family more than $1,500, after all, formula is expensive!

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PregnancyWeekly.com