When new parents think of purchasing items for the nursery,
the thought of buying baby furniture typically causes a new
parent to panic. Visions of future credit card debt can make
any new mom or dad break into a sweat.

However, there are ways to cut corners, and make furnishing
the baby’s room less expensive. Here are a few ideas to get
you thinking frugally before rushing out to purchase
furniture for your baby’s room.

The crib:
New parents may think they need both a bassinet and a crib.
The frugal shopper will choose to skip the bassinet, which
is typically viewed as a luxury. The crib is a necessity,
but the bassinet is only used for a few months, and is then
stored in the garage.

When shopping for a crib, keep your eyes open for a bargain
on a convertible style crib, which can transform from a
crib, to a toddler bed, and then a full size bed. If you can
invest in a convertible crib, it would alleviate the cost of
a bed in the future.

Of course, co-sleeping is even more affordable than buying a
crib or a bassinet. The decision to co-sleep can eliminate
the expense of a crib all-together or delay the expense
until you have time to shop around and find a bargain.

The Dresser:
Baby’s dresser is an item that can oftentimes be picked up
at a yard sale. Thrifty shoppers know that purchasing a
full-sized dresser is more economical than buying a small
dresser. Remember that you will eventually have to turn the
baby room into a child’s bedroom, and a smart investment now
can grow with your child through the years. Don’t be afraid
to buy an older dresser. An older dresser can be as good as
new with just a coat of paint, assuming all hardware is
working well.

Changing Table:
The changing table is a luxury for the frugal shopper. Check
places like the Salvation Army and Goodwill as well as yard
sales. These tables are often discarded when the baby
outgrows them. Another option for a frugal changing table is
to convert a full-size dresser into a changing table. If you
search online, you can find instructions to easily turn your
dresser into a safe place to change your baby. The changing
table is an item some moms choose to do without, and,
instead, set a blanket on the floor to change their babies
on.

I am sure in a perfect world, we would all appreciate the
luxury of going out and buying everything we need at a baby
boutique. However, the reality is that baby does not need
the most expensive furniture. Your baby needs only one
thing, and that is you.

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