The other option is for a mother to get hooked in a network of mothers...they give up the baby clothing and toys...for free.

One of my sisters got alot of stuff from 2 other sisters and less than 10 mother-friends, a pile of toys, books and clothing in great condition.

I was visiting, and tripping over toys of which 75% of those toys were from other families.

My sister pleads me not to buy any more take-apart toys with parts. Too much stuff lying around..for 2 little toddlers.
_________________________
http://cyclewriteblog.wordpress.com/ (How cycling leads to other types of adventures, thoughts)
http://velourbansism.wordpress.com