Saving the expenses of buying formula milk:
Purchasing formula milk is a significant expense during parenting. If you're concerned and want to be prepared, we've put together a short list of ways you can save a little.
Do your calculations:
We know it's not always easy, fun, or doable, but it may be worth taking the time to determine how much we're paying per ounce. You may be surprised at the result when you compare prices between brands as well as when comparing types and sizes.
Once you check the label and determine how many total prepared ounces you'll get from a given can or container, divide the price by the total number of prepared ounces. Depending on the retailer (seller), the price per ounce may actually be calculated and listed for your convenience right next to the full price posted on the shelf itself.
Stock up:
To do this, you must first make sure that your baby is perfectly satisfied with the formula she is drinking. Then take advantage of any deals or coupons she can get. Remember to check the expiration date printed on the cans before stocking up. Although many will have expiration dates an additional year, you don't want to save many cans that expire before you can use them.
Save receipts:
At first it's harder to know for sure that the formula you buy now will be the formula you buy forever (ie, at the end of the first year). While you are adjusting over the next few weeks, we suggest keeping your receipts, both for the formula and all your other purchases for the new baby, in a safe and easily accessible place.
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