6 tips to help you raise a child with money

After having children, many mothers cut down on their own expenses and spend more on raising their children. Previous surveys have shown that more than 60% of mothers do not buy things as freely as before and are more careful about saving money than before; and compared with before having children, 75% of mothers are more worried about the family's financial situation. Therefore, Xiaoyu wants to share some tips on raising children in order to reduce the cost of raising children and prepare in advance to be prepared for any eventuality. Even if it is a small method, it can add up to a lot. Of course, saving money is based on the premise that the children will not be wronged.

Tip 1: Stick to breastfeeding.

The reason why breastfeeding is given priority is that it is the top priority in growth for newborns and it is also the most natural and instinctive thing. There are so many benefits of breastfeeding, including the child's growth, the mother's physical recovery, the child's education, and the establishment of a close relationship between mother and child. In fact, there is another benefit, which is to help the family's finances.

Some mothers are unable to breastfeed due to personal reasons and can only use milk powder as a substitute. The cost of milk powder is really not small. Any family that can afford it will choose good and expensive milk powder for their children. Everyone is extremely afraid of hearing all kinds of unfavorable rumors about infant milk powder. If you are still an expecting mother, you might as well stick with breastfeeding. Although it is more difficult, it is safer and saves money.

Tip 2: Make full use of second-hand daily necessities and toys.

Don’t be scared when you hear the word “second-hand”. For children, “second-hand” things are not necessarily bad. Although babies are small, they grow and develop very quickly. Their clothes and shoes usually need to be replaced after just one season, and children's clothes are not cheap at all. It would be best if the children of close friends and relatives could "give" clothes to each other. Nowadays, many families pay more attention to quality, safety, etc. when preparing clothes for their children.

So as long as you do a good job of disinfecting these "second-hand" clothes, there will be no problem.

This can be done not only for clothes and shoes, but also for daily necessities such as cribs, dining chairs, and bicycles that are used for a short time. In addition, toys, books, and DVDs can also be bought "second-hand", which will save more money.

Tip 3: Improve your child’s immunity.

Remind parents to pay more attention to their children's health, keep them strong, and find ways to improve their immunity, so that they don't have to go to the hospital frequently, which can also save the family some expenses. This way, the children won’t suffer, the adults won’t be tired, and everyone will be happy. Of course, parents also need to identify the situation and seek medical treatment in a timely manner if necessary.

Tip 4: Public schools and children's palaces are also good choices.

As children grow up, they will soon face the issue of interest classes. If possible, for example, if they are not too far from home, it is best to choose to go to the Children's Palace for classes. It is very formal and systematic, highly safe and the fees are generally acceptable.

If your child is old enough to go to kindergarten or primary school, there are options. For example, public kindergartens are cheaper than some private kindergartens even with sponsorship fees. A public primary school means that the school will receive financial subsidies from the state, and the tuition fees will definitely be lower than those of private schools.

Tip 5: Go to the library more often.

It is a good thing for parents if their children love books from an early age. However, no matter how many books there are at home, they can never be as many as the library. Moreover, children's books are now very segmented, with different books for children of different ages. It is also a good experience to take children to the library and let them experience another world of books.

In the library, children can not only feel the atmosphere of reading and learn the rules of "borrowing" and "returning", but also learn how to control their desires. When they really find a book that they can't give up in the library, it is not too late to buy it home and collect it.

Tip 6: Enjoy nature.

I have seen some mothers who like to take their children to various children's amusement projects, such as children's playgrounds. It is okay for the children to go there occasionally, but if they only want to go to such places, it may not be appropriate in the long run.

Don't forget that nature is the most suitable playground for young friends. Going to the park, hiking, and boating are all very suitable activities for children. Compared with those places that cost hundreds of yuan for tickets, children will be just as happy.

Of course, if conditions permit or the child has reached a certain age and has a certain level of comprehension, you can also take the child to museums, art exhibitions, etc. Many of these activities are free, which not only broadens their horizons but also saves money. Isn't that the best of both worlds?