Finally, some clarity! This is by far the most helpful tool I've come across to figure out what to buy to get ready for the baby. If it weren't for our great new neighbor that lent it to me (who coincidentally just gave birth a couple of weeks ago- a girl!), I'd still feel totally and utterly lost. My usual experience with baby shopping starts with high hopes of progress and ends with total overwhelm-ation (no, not a real word, but definitely a real feeling). I have to admit, I was a little skeptical of whether or not it would really help me make sense of everything. After all, the concept of a book that you have to "buy to figure out what to buy" doesn't strike me as a great deal. But I'm oh so glad that my neighbor not only told me about it but also lent it to me.
All the major baby product categories are covered, as well as extensive reviews on each brand and item. The items get an A-F grade based on consumer reports and reviews from parents, and there's ton of advice on what is needed when. There are also lists of must-haves and money wasters, as well as pros and cons to the varying product models in each category. There are pictures and diagrams that show you what each item looks like, so it's very user-friendly for a new and inexperienced mom like myself. After spending a couple of hours going through and taking notes, I feel so much more confident in knowing what I need to buy, what I don't need to buy, and when. I feel much more equipped to prioritize and plan a reasonable budget. So, needless to say, I would highly recommend the book to any other ladies in the same spot. I'm even considering buying my own copy for all of the great tips and advice that will come in handy those first few months after the baby's here; vital safety information, laundering and bathing methods, appropriate gear for winter babies like mine, etc.
One more thing: for free baby items and coupons, go to www.babybargains.com/freebies. Is this great or what?
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