You can buy these things for your child second-hand

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You probably know it: your kids are already tired of the toys they just got a month ago. Or that new shirt is already too small. Sigh! So go more often for second-hand.

This way you have more left in your wallet and you are also sustainable. You can easily buy these items second-hand.

Books

Is your child a real bookworm? Then the cycle is a real Valhalla. You can buy used books there for a small price. With a bit of luck there will be a public bookcase near you, where you can take and leave books for free. Of course you can also go to the library for nice (children’s) books.

Toys

Children often tire quickly of their toys. Good reason to buy it second hand. Much cheaper and often they do not notice the difference. Curious about how to clean second-hand toys? We have a few tips for you.

Interior

Want to give your child’s room a makeover? You can easily buy second-hand furniture and accessories. This way you can give the room a new look for next to nothing.

Clothing

You probably know it: if you have just bought new pants for your child, they have already outgrown them after two weeks. A good solution is second-hand clothing. And if you think there aren’t many nice second-hand clothes out there: think twice. A lot of trendy clothes can be found both online and in thrift stores. It’s cheaper too.

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Gym equipment

Gym gear is used once a week, yet your kids grow out of it at lightning speed. So try to score it second hand. Not only online, but also in the class app or in the schoolyard. There are probably parents who are also left with much too small gym clothes and shoes. Advantage: because they often only wear it once a week, it usually still looks great.

Safety

Good to know: always pay attention to safety when buying second-hand items. Before purchasing, please test whether the product is still sturdy and intact. With bicycles, furniture and prams, it is good to check whether the construction is still firmly together.

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