Having only one stroller was a lot cheaper, and meant there was one less bulky baby item to store. This was way better than the suggestion that other lists make of having two separate strollers, one where the infant car seat snaps in, and then another umbrella stroller for when your baby is older. We chose this specific model*, which came in under $100, because it could be used from newborn to a couple years of age. But since we went on daily walks with our son, it was a good investment for us. Second, it served its main purpose as a playpen and makeshift sleeping area if we weren’t at home.Īt a price point that was the same as or even cheaper than other bedding alternatives but with way more functionality, choosing this option* was a no-brainer for us. I had a complicated delivery that made me virtually bedridden for 8 weeks and this made it much more convenient than the crib. First and foremost, we wanted a temporary sleeping space for our son that was close to but not in our bed.

we'd get good mileage out of it, since it can be used as a rear-facing seat during infancy, converted to a front-facing seat, then still be used as a booster seat after that.

it was at a price that didn’t break the bank.

But premium doesn’t mean we had to spend a boatload of money on it. This was one of our premium purchases because we didn’t want to skimp when it came to car safety.

Price, compared to what else is out there.

To start off this post, I wanted to highlight the baby purchases where I got the biggest bang for my baby bucks in regards to: When it came to buying stuff for my new baby, I did an insane amount of research because I wanted it all: to get quality products that offered the best features for my baby, all while clocking in under budget.

Tips on where to buy baby things cheap and how to snag the best deals.

A checklist of newborn essentials and practical extras, with details on quantities and best places to buy.

My top picks for the best baby purchases.

How to get good deals on new baby stuff.

What do I need to buy for a baby before it arrives.Baby 'essentials' that didn’t make our cut.If you buy something through any of our affiliate links on this page, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosure: Opinions expressed are our own.

List of things needed for newborn