As a mother of two boys with a third on the way, I know a thing or two about the costs of raising kids. It’s amazing how “simple” things quickly add up. I’m having another boy, so I know I’m able to reuse clothes and we’ve also been fortunate to receive a lot of hand-me-downs, toys and other baby gear. However, I’m still always looking for other ways to save on everyday essentials like diapers. While my oldest has been out of diapers for a year now, soon I will once again have two in diapers. On average, the cost of a box of diapers is 39.99 (i.e. Pampers Cruisers, 150 count). That can quickly add up to at least $500 a year spent on diapers (per kid); yet, it’s a necessity. It’s no wonder that I often hear of baby sprinkle showers thrown for the second or third child where the gift of choice is diapers. Parents need everyday essentials, and the shower, while low key, is meant to provide those items.
Amazon Family Program
I recently got to try out Amazon.ca’s new Family Program which is organized exactly around meeting parents’ every day needs at a great price. Family members who sign up for the program receive 20% off diaper subscriptions and Unlimited free two-day shipping. On top of that, families receive exclusive promotions and discounts on various Amazon baby / kid products. The first month of the program is free, but there is an annual membership fee of $79. However, since you’re saving approximately $8 a month on diapers (if all you purchase is one box a month), the membership pays for itself in 10 months and you’ll still have saved at least $25. Realistically, you’ll probably save more since you’ll end up purchasing more than one box a month if you have multiple kids, or for your parents / in-laws who want to keep diapers at their place or as gifts for other expecting / new parents. Besides, as a busy parent, having the convenience of getting diapers delivered right to your door so quickly is priceless!
Giveaway
One lucky Mayahood reader will win an Amazon.ca gift card valued at $25 to try out the new Family Program. Enter the giveaway via Rafflecopter below (please give it a few seconds to load). Contest is open to Canadians. Contest ends Wednesday August 20, 2014. Good-luck!
I usually like to do a gift card walmart of somewhere like that so they can get the things they are missing and then something small a toy or some treat for mom to go with it
Diapers and sleepers
Clothes! Baby clothes are so cute & fun.
Sleepers for sure, you can never have too many 🙂
Diapers and bibs.
I like to gift or receive gift cards!
diapers and ready made meals
I love to give a good quality thermometer. Every parent needs one!
Jonnie
I have always enjoyed giving the basket full of necessities like diapers, wipes etc. Always goes over well and is used!
Clothes! I love shopping for baby clothes.
I like to give gift cards for all those unexpected little things that they need to pick up. Ready made meals are also nice!
diapers, clothes and toys, a little bit of everything
definitely something to try out from diapers to clothes!
Diapers, blankets and cute clothes are my favourite to give and receive!
gift cards or food 🙂
we generally give diapers or suitable clothing for the season that’s 1yr and up. The newborn clothing is cute and all, but kids grow SO fast 🙂
I love putting together my own gift – I buy a laundry hamper .. then I fill it with diapers, blankets, creams, powder, clothes, all the necessities of a new baby !
What a great idea.
I like the clothes…you often get so many, but they are so cute.
I love to give a gift card to Walmart or Toys ‘R Us or lots of diapers and wipes.
My favorite gift to receive is baby clothes and cloth wipes!
I like to give baby wipes!
I love to give and receive something personalized with babys name
thanks
I like to give practical gifts like diapers and baby wipes.
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I am entering your giveaway.
It would be great to win a $25 Amazon.ca gift card.
In response to your question of
What’s your favourite gift to either receive or give to a new parent?
I usually give a new parent Diapers,Wipes and Baby Clothes.
Thank you for having this giveaway!!!!!!!!!!
I love to get cute clothes that I would never buy myself!
Diapers and gift cards
Diapers and cute outfits
I love to give gift baskets I normally add a thermometer, baby nail clippers, gum brushes, diapers, wipes and little things that normally do not get thought about or are necessary!
Diapers usually
Pampers.
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i like to give them a Baby Book and keepsake engraved with name,birth ect.. sometime make up a gift basket with Diapers,wipes and an outfit.
gift cards to baby stores so they can decide what they beed
Top of my list would be things like diapers, wipes, baby wash, etc. A baby swing is always needed, stroller, playpen…I stay away from giving baby clothes or toys because everyone buys baby clothes and toys. Diapers are always needed. If Mom is breastfeeding, a nice basket with breastfeeding items is always appreciated. Toys R Us/Babies R Us giftcards are always great too because then they can buy what they actually need 🙂
I love giving clothing & gift cards…
the best gift is for sure diapers or cooked freezer meals
definitely diapers but some freezer meals are good too
diapers, as they are so expensive it makes a great gift
i like to receive baby foods
I love to give a handmade baby blanket (crochet).
I like to give aden & anais swaddles and a cloth diaper