Affordable Shopping Tips for Baby Clothes

Do not be surprised if the barely worn clothes do not fit your baby only after a month of purchasing them.
The problem is not with the clothes. Your baby is growing fast out of these clothes and if you want to save money, then you should be planning your shopping to correlate with the growth of your new born.
Here are a few tips for you to remember when you go shopping for your baby.

#1 One Size Bigger
Do not go hunting for a perfect fit for your baby. Remember, your baby is growing fast and you will be literally throwing away money by choosing fitting clothes as your baby will have outgrown them before you get around to using the clothes for a second time. In my opinion, always get one size bigger and the clothes will fit for longer time.

#2 Forecast the Weather
If you are shopping for clothes to fit your baby in a month or two, in addition to buying the right size, say 14 or 16 months, you should also think about the weather. Ask yourself, “What will be the weather condition when my little one is 14 or 16 months old?” Once you know the answer, I am sure you will not only end up with the right sized clothes but also clothes that are suitable for the season.

#3 Get Outfits that are Easy to Put On
Some outfits are too complicated and I think you’ll find yourself struggling to fit your baby in them. Choose one-piece outfits that have front opening with easy to close zippers or snap buttons. These will save you a lot of time, especially when you’re in a hurry.

#4 Stock up for Emergencies
Make sure that you have enough outfits to change quickly in case of emergencies like spilt food or accidents while eating.

#5 Look out for Clearance Sale
Most stores offer clearance sale and you can use this to save a ton on clothes. Look out for seasonal sales and discounts to save a lot more. You can even get additional markdown for some clearance stuff at the cash counter.

# 6 Do not Hesitate to Use Hand Me Downs
If your friends and relatives are willing to offer baby clothes from their family, particularly if they have un-worn clothes, do not hesitate to accept the offer. I've found that you can save a lot this way.

#7 Sell Used Clothes
Put the used clothes of your baby for sale on any one of the online stores, like eBay and convert your old baby clothes into hard cash that you can use for something else. Of course, you cannot expect to get the same amount that you paid for initially, but you will at least get a part of it.

If you want to save money and use the clothes you purchased for a longer time, then make use of the above ideas when you are out shopping clothes for your baby. These tips make you feel satisfied about the money you have spent, and your baby appears bright and beautiful in the new clothes.