Two great deals for Fluffheads

Well if you like your nappy deals, (what fluffhead doesn't?), we have not one but two fantastic deals right now.


ECONOBUM BOGOF



First for all the econobum fans, or for those who simply have not tried them yet, we are doing BUY ONE GET ONE FREE. Yes thats right BUY ONE GET ONE FREE! on trial packs only.

For those of you who do not know econobum, its a very very economical cloth nappy system. A birth to potty set of 6 onesize wraps and 24 onesize prefolds {all ethically made} can be purchased for less than £90. We have found that many parents are buying a day pack {2 wraps and 6 prefolds - £27.50}, as their just in case nappies - for when life throws curveballs and you just need extra nappies. Econobum is the perfect option.





But as usual we like to have a little fun online. We are giving away some econobum onesize wraps to people who tell us their best budgeting tips for new parents.

We are also seeking to give some econobum away to parents who need help later this year. If you know of any schemes which would appreciate this help, please get in touch and let us know. Econobum is not about making profit, its about helping as many families as possible use cloth nappies.

BUMGENIUS ART HEIST

We have a fantastic offer for you bumgenius artist series fans, simply use code HEIST at checkout to receive 15% off all artist series nappies. Use the code and at checkout, and 15% be deducted. Offer ends on 31st March or sooner if stocks run out, we are already out of some colours!.







Comments

fiona-louise said…
Ebay is great I get new things on there for less than half price in the shops and then sell her old things like baby bath and moses basket so a bit like recycling! I also went early in the sales to get her clothes for nearly whole year!
Jo said…
Car boots are great for clothes and toys. I soak toys in sterilising fluid before giving them to the children, most look brand new and are a bargain!

Watch out for clothes sales and if you spot a bargain, buy it in more than one size!
jenny said…
babies are not expensive, people get misled. I have 10 children, and it is amazing how you can budget. cloth nappies, making your own baby food, and buying quality educational toys that will last.
Also, one thing that can cost when you have little ones, is the fact that they need feeding often, and when you are out it can be expensive, so I always keep a bottle of mineral water in the car, and some mini cartons of fruit juice. I also have a snack pot and take the time to make some sandwiches. That has saved us a fortune, and great for those traffic jams in the summer!
Clare Booth said…
Well using cloth nappies and cloth wipes is obvious! Using soapnuts or ecoballs can save money on washing powder (not just for nappies but for clothes too). Use an airer / drying rack / washing line (when the weather is good) rather than tumble drying not only saves money but electricity too.
Enola said…
Saving money: Breastfeed, babywear, use reusable nappies and baby wipes, co-sleep and babies are practically free seeing as the government gives us money for them! :-D I hear they get more expensive as they get older, though! Ebay and charity shops for baby clothes bundles and toys, too x
Pip said…
My top tips to new parents would be to use recycling websites and groups such as Freecycle. People who have finished using something can give it away for FREE and get in touch with someone who needs it through the website. I collected lots of toys including outdoor slides and even some cloth nappies through these websites! Plus it is fantastic for reducing the problems of landfill. Other websites include www.jumbletown.ie and www.freetradeireland.ie.
Donna C said…
Don't splash out on outfits for a new baby, you will be surprised how many you will recieve as gifts.
Keep an eye out for supermarket baby events, usually have good deals on sterilisers and bottles etc.
Do invest in a pack of vest extenders, they have saved me a fortune on baby vests :)
And definately use cloth wipes, even if you are using disposable nappies. They will have paid for themselves before baby is 3 months old. And so much nicer for baby's botty :)
slpridige said…
Look around before you buy anything and always compare prices. Write down everything you need/want before you buy it and then decide if you really need it. Don't refuse anything offered to you from other mums. I have been given stuff from 4 other people and am very grateful. I bought most of my baby stuff (baby yet to be born) at the baby show (Excel London) as there are so many great deals and worked out that I saved over £100 from the show alone!
Anonymous said…
Make a list of necessaties and a list of niceties - when people ask you what they can get you give them info from the niceties list. Save each month to buy your necessaties.

Buy what 'you' think you need, not what 'they' recommend!!!

Don't rush to get everything before your baby comes along - some things you will realise that you will use and you soon realise what you won't.

Sell sell sell! Use preloved boards to sell on unwated items, don't just sling them in the back of a cupboard!
shaz said…
Sign up to all the parenting clubs when you are pregnant and have time, all the money off vouchers come in very handy when your little one arrives! Tescos and Sainsburys are very good at sending a magazine with parenting tips etc and vouch...ers on a regular basis.

Don't spend a fortune on a big pram because you will soon find yourself downsizing to a lightweight buggy!

If you know other parents with small children take turns at looking after each others children. Means you get a night out and you save a fortune on babysitting fees!

If you plan to have your children close together keep your baby clothes that are in good condition, my second little boy has a whole wardrobe of clothes waiting for him to grow into!
Helen said…
A tip my mother gave me and I use is when your clothes start to bobble simply get some cheap razors and shave them off. You're best getting one of those cheap packs as you may need a few depending on how bad the bobbling is and such. I was able to save 3 sweaters over Christmas time by making them look brand new when really they were a few years old!
Nev said…
You don't need half of the stuff they tell you you need.
Essentials are:
- breasts
- big bed
- sling/wrap/etc
- clothes
- cloth
- water

I know this is very basic but it gets you through. Everything else is just a bonus or a waste of money.

eBay, charity shops, NCT sales, relatives/friends with older children, making your own...are all good for getting bargains. :)

Nev
Baba Me said…
Hey, we loved all your comments so you all win a econobum wrap! Yep everyone!!!

Fill in this form here to claim, making sure you state your blog name:
http://www.thenaturalbabyresource.co.uk/s.nl/it.I/id.1/.f

and if you want a white or a coloured trim wrap.

Thanks for taking part everyone
jenn said…
My Favourite money saving scheme is breastfeeding! No need for bottles, or even pumps! Just two breasts and a babe : )
Also, no expensive buggy, just one really good baby carrier.
i also use cloth nappies to save $$
I make my own of everything I can. clothes, toys, etc.
We cosleep so no need for expensive cribs.
I buy almost everything second hand for at least half the cost of new. Online website are great for that.
Baba Me said…
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Baba Me said…
That is everything above our winning post comment off course :-)
Erika said…
my baby is 9 months old-I still breastfeed him,I cook baby food at home and freeze it,we use cloth nappies and buy nearly all clothes,toys or books in charity shops
Mariana said…
My biggest £££ saver was breastfeeding, my son didn't need any formula till 2 years old. Another saver were cloth nappies, many of them were preloved, for the fraction of price. We used mostly clean water and a tiny bit of soap to clean his bum. We were lucky to be passed some of our cousin's baby clothes (and we'll be passing them on as well). Our parents are keen gardeners, so get home grown veggies for free as well.
I prefered wool breast pads - a way cheeper and ecological than disposables, so caused a nasty rash.
Angela said…
Recycling baby clothes and equiptment via NCT (National Childbirth Trust) nearly new sales - You get between 70 - 75% of the sale price the rest goes to the charity. I always make more selling stuff than I spend. Fantastic quality equiptment - they have strict guidlines as to waht can be sold anything not good enough is not put out for sale. If you have never been to a sale lok on their website for the next one.

Just getting into reusable nappies - now I've found some I like - Bumgenius and Tots Bots - using then is saving me a pack of nappies a week, and I only use part time (not got enough yet to go full time)

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