Free Newborn Baby Things

Stocking a baby nursery can get quite expensive, but free newborn baby things are out there. You just have to know where to look!

Most expectant parents are given at least one baby shower, and this is certainly how you can get a host of free newborn baby things. While you certainly never want to "look a gift horse in the mouth", you can get more of something than you can possibly use. Well-wishers don't always access a parent's wish list at a local department store or baby specialty shop, and that's why you may end up with a dozen hooded baby towels, 20 onesies, and 15 pairs of newborn-sized socks.

While you do need to accept these items gracefully and write a proper thank-you note, you don't have to hang on to items you won't be able to use. Turn those gifts into free baby things by exchanging them for stuff you really do need!

What if you don't have a gift receipt and you really don't want the gift giver to know you want to exchange the item? Are you stuck with something you really don't want? Not at all! You actually have several options.

You can do this in several different ways.

• Classified ads-Take out an ad in your local newspaper's classified section. Be sure and check out the price beforehand, and then price your item significantly lower, so it will sell. Don't forget to point out that the item is new in your ad. For online classifieds, Craigslist is your best bet.
• Online auctions-One of the best venues for getting rid of your unwanted items is eBay. Turn items you don't need into cash!

Does your local community hold a swap meet? If so, this is a great opportunity to swap your unwanted baby items for something you really do need, and the cost to you could be zero! There are also several online swap meet sites, including SwopLot, Trade America Online and Swap Online.

Where else can you find free newborn baby things? There are actually more items out there for the taking than you might think. From magazines to formula, the opportunities for free merchandise are numerous.

Before you bring your baby home, ask the nurses if they have any baby samples to give away. Oftentimes, companies will provide free samples for local hospitals to give to patients. Common samples often include diaper bags, formula, diapers, and wipes. Many of these samples will also include valuable coupons for future purchases.

Your best bet for finding free newborn baby things is by far the Internet. The following sites will get you started:

• I Love Free Things-This is a mega site devoted to listing other websites that advertise free offers. Here you can find free formula samples, diaper rash creams, diapers, portrait offers, and more.
• Baby Freebies UK-This is another great mega-site that UK readers will love. Check back frequently for updated links at this site.
• Best Free Stuff Online-This site features loads of free stuff for every member of the family, and you can certainly find items for your newborn as well.
• Baby Center-This is another site that updates available free offers regularly. You can also find money-saving coupons and sweepstakes entries here.
• Babies Online-Register for free with this site, and you'll receive offers and info through email. You can also check out the online pregnancy journal and find out what is going on with your body and your baby's development during pregnancy.
• Cool Freebie Links-From free baby food to diapers, formula and more, this is a great mega site with numerous links to free offers and money-saving coupons.
• American Baby-Subscribe for free to this wonderful magazine, and check out more features online.
• Baby Talk-This is another great free magazine subscription.

If you have any other freebie sites you'd like to share with our readers, please do so in the comments section of this article.

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