27Aug 2020 by Jermaine Fountain
Budgeting for a Baby 101: Key Expenses to Consider Before Starting a Family

Budgeting for a Baby 101: Key Expenses to Consider Before Starting a Family

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With the current economy and the ongoing pandemic, budgeting is extra important right now. Having a baby can be expensive. I would know, I’ve had two myself. It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of welcoming a bundle of joy into the family, it’s important to have a plan in place to help you afford all of the new expenses. While there were the expected expenses like paying for diapers and new baby stuff, there were also other costs that I hadn’t really given much thought to before we were expecting our own little one. Looking back, here are some of the key things I wish someone talked to me about before we started our own family. Pre-Baby Costs Even before the baby comes, you’ll find your expenses…
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27Aug 2020 by Jermaine Fountain
How to Afford a Baby During the Pandemic on a Tight Budget

How to Afford a Baby During the Pandemic on a Tight Budget

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Adding a new baby to the family is supposed to be a happy occasion. But, when you’re already on a tight budget, figuring out how to afford a new baby can be stressful. If you’ve seen your household income get even smaller during the COVID-19 pandemic, affording a new baby can seem nearly impossible. Tips to Afford a Baby on a Budget If you find yourself with a crazy tight budget, struggling to afford basic necessities, you’re not alone. The pandemic is forcing many Americans to find new ways to both save and make money. Here are some tips to help you stretch your budget a bit further. 1. Make a Registry When you’re having a baby, friends and family members often want to pitch in and help. Creating a…
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16Aug 2020 by Jermaine Fountain
Create a Baby Website with These Easy Online Builders

Create a Baby Website with These Easy Online Builders

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One of the most common phrases a new mother hears – from the in-laws, older friends, total strangers at the grocery store – is “it goes so fast.” It may not be exactly what you want to hear with a screaming baby in aisle 7, but it is true. One of the best ways to help preserve memories and keep friends and family updated on all your baby’s new tricks, is to create a website. “Um…hello, I have a new baby…I don’t have time to create a website!” I know, it sounds crazy, but with the proliferation of easy-to-use website builders, it is now quicker and easier than ever to create your own website. Whether you want a website to serve mostly as a digital baby book, a place to…
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14Jul 2020 by Jermaine Fountain

These are the Best Diaper Brands for Newborns

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Are you a new parent or parent-to-be and unsure about what brand of diaper to buy? We understand how overwhelming it can be to stand in the diaper aisle, trying to choose something. Guess what? I have taken the guesswork out of what to choose for diapers. We have compiled a TOP-FIVE Best of the Best for you in different brands of diapers. Our findings are based on ratings, reviews, features, and the material of the diaper itself. First-Time Diaper-Buyers So you have a little one on the way, or you have welcomed that little one into the world. Congratulations are in order! A newborn is precious and they depend on us for the best in care. Diapers play a significant role in caring for a newborn. Your baby must…
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09Jul 2020 by Jermaine Fountain

All You Need to Know About Nicki’s Diapers

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The current global crisis has created a break in our vital supply chain and many people are looking for reusable alternatives to disposable products. Nicki’s Diapers is a family-owned business that provides a reusable cloth alternative to expensive disposable diapers and so much more. Started in 2003 because Nicki could not find the cloth diapers that she wanted for her son, Nicki’s Diapers has grown into a family of brands that specializes in hundreds of products for baby and mom. As Nicki’s Diapers grew, Nicki also began Imagine Baby Products, Planet Wise Inc, and Best Bottom Diapers. If you are looking for affordable, reusable cloth diapers that are environmentally friendly, then look no further than Nicki’s Diapers. In Business Since 2003 Nicki’s Diapers has been in business for 17 years…
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02Jun 2020 by Jermaine Fountain

Are Cloth Diapers Worth It? Compare Cost to Disposable Diapers

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Cloth diapers are a wonderful way to help the environment, keep your baby cleaner and safer, and eliminate the fixed costs of disposables. There are three main types of cloth diapers, and each variation comes with different pros and cons for usage. Three Types of Cloth Diapers A pre-fold diaper includes three rectangular panels made from lightweight gauze-like fabric with extra absorbency layers in the center. Pocket diapers have a liquid-proof outside and a pocket on the inside to put absorbent inserts. All in one diapers are typically the easiest variation of cloth diapers to use and come with an absorbent liner and a waterproof outer barrier that does not separate in the wash like pocket diapers. Best Pre-Folded Cloth Diapers: Gerber Baby Organic Cotton Flatfold Birdseye Diaper One Size…
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31May 2020 by Jermaine Fountain

My Advice on Baby Sleep

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While I’m sharing parental advice, there’s another topic that I simply can’t ignore – baby sleeping (or not) through the night. Of course for the first few months you simply have to dive in and and be prepared to be miserable. But starting at around 3 months old, your baby can sleep all the way through the night, every night. There’s a system you have to follow, outlined in this simple book, and I can say from direct experience (twice) that it works. This was such a wonderful experience for my wife and I – having our baby sleep for 10+ hours – which of course meant that we finally got to sleep.  I just assumed that this book was standard reading material for every new parent and parent-to-be, along…
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