After going through my collection of baby product coupons, I started to realize how much I could save on baby products. Dreft, bottles, wipes, diapers, and ear thermometers are not on our usual grocery list, so I never realized how much the costs could add up. One day, recently, I walked by the isle of diapers in Target just to "see" how much I would actually have to spend on a box of diapers. The prices shocked me...almost into a harsh reality. Coupons are going to be my lifesaver in the next few years. It's time to give them a try.
I sat here all day sorting through all these coupons I have received recently...trying to get them organized in some sort of fashion. I made a coupon inventory on the computer so that I could keep a tally on when they expire. Saving a $1 here and there is actually quite satisfying. After finding a few coupons for products I needed, I hurried over to Harris Teeter before the double coupon day ran out. Risking my life on patches of ice just to save some money is definetly determination. I bought a bottle, laundry detergent, shampoo, lotion, diaper rash creme, and wipes and was able to save almost $15. I thought, "wow...this is gratifying."
My high was quickly shot down after visiting target and realized I could have bought the laundry detergent for $2.00 cheaper and with more loads there. Ahh...maybe there is still a lesson to be learned with couponing. Shop around!
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