Random Tips that Pop Into My Head

Random Tips that Pop Into My Head

1) Sign up for Ebates for an extra 1-10% off.  I have found almost everything to be cheaper if I order it online
2) Gap - you can always get 40-50% off, don't pay more.  The best basic baby clothes in my opinion. Indigo has great baby stuff and often has 20% off online on weekends.
3) Ella Bella - great local store ...pricey but watch for good sales
4) I didn't pay full price for anything, even brands that don't go on sale very often.  Find the products you like and watch for sales!
5) Westcoast Kids has 10% off on Boxing Day...worth it for brands like Uppababy that don't go on sale ever
6) I recommend getting a diaper bag that converts into a backpack too, you need extra hands!
7) Baby clothes shrink a lot and the sizes vary a ton by brand.  Wash everything before deciding if it will fit or not
8) There are several Calgary Facebook groups with people selling maternity and baby stuff.  You can get great deals and since babies grow so fast, even used stuff is generally in almost new condition.
9) Lots of websites offer a promo 10% off for the first order, worth it
10) Amazon.ca is good for baby registries, they offer a 10% completion discount and you can link products from any website.  I used it just to keep track of items I saw and liked
11) I liked sleepers with zippers the best.  If you see footed pants, get them!  Socks don't really stay on.  Footed pants are hard to find for some reason.  Kimono onesies are good in the beginning so you don't have to pull anything over babies head.
12) Check your benefits...my pump was covered for up to $300.
13) I got way too many short sleeve onesies...even in summer I found the need for long sleeves.
14) Hoodies don't really work for newborns...sweaters or jackets in general are cumbersome and the hood always falls over Jenny's eyes