We recently wrote a guest post for And Then We Saved, a great blog about, “How to do a Spending Fast®, saving & making more money, DIY’s, & a lot about living awesomely with less.”

The cost of baby gear, even for a minimalist, can add up quickly. These costs are compounded by the fact that babies grow out of gear at a similarly rapid rate. Luckily, there are a variety of ways to reign in costs without forgoing the baby products you want.

1. Go Secondhand

Going secondhand is the most important tip for saving money on baby gear. If you remember only one money saving tip from this post, let it be this one…Read the rest, including our 9 other tips, at And Then We Saved.