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A collage image featuring three sections. The first shows a woman using a colorful nursing cover, the second shows two babies wearing baby leggings, and the third highlights free baby formula coupons alongside a baby car seat cover. All sections offer free items using code "MOMMY7". Text reads "How to Get Free Baby Items".

  As a SAHM with three young children, I know how tight a family's budget can get in any given month. It's always nice to be able to get things for free. So I've rounded up a handful of freebies just for WhatMommyDoes readers. Information on how to get these items is detailed below. I hope you enjoy them! I'll let you know when I find more.   FREE BABY STUFF FOR NEW MOMS Please share this page with all the moms you know who could use a little free stuff in their life! In this list you'll find breastfeeding supplies, nursing essentials, baby clothing, and even Keep Reading

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Consumable Gifts for Kids

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Buying gifts for kids can often feel like a crapshoot.  Will they like it? Will they use it? Will their parents lose their minds having it in their home?  I used to waste a lot of money on gifts that looked fun but ultimately were discarded after one or two weeks.  Not anymore!  Consumable gifts are a game changer. These items will be used up and never go to waste.  You'll find the used up remnants of these gifts as they blow through them having a great time and enjoying every moment.      Consumable Gifts For Keep Reading

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10+ Summer Gift Basket Ideas

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Gift baskets are a simple and thoughtful way to say Thank You or I Care About You to someone who made a difference in your life.  Whether it is as a parting teacher gift or to present to someone hosting a get-together, a gift basket will be a welcome present for any occasion. Friends and family will get a kick out of the items you put into a summer gift basket. These ideas will help in creating the right basket for your needs and are sure to make it a hit.   Cute Summer Gift Basket Ideas  There can never be enough inspiration! Whether you use these or take a Keep Reading

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37 Best Essential Oil Gift Ideas

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  If you are looking for the perfect gift to give someone who LOVES essential oils, then you’ve come to the right place! There are so many essential oil gift ideas out there, whether you want homemade essential oil gifts or would rather purchase something and call it a day. Here are 37 essential oil gift ideas ranging from hand scrub to essential oil gift basket ideas.     WHAT TO GET FOR SOMEONE WHO LIKES ESSENTIAL OILS Some people don’t just LIKE essential oils….they LOVE essential oils! I know when I first started getting into diffusing, I found out Keep Reading

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13+ Unique Gift Wrapping Ideas for any occasion

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After you’ve picked out the perfect gift for your special someone, you might want to add an extra touch with unique gift wrapping. The saying “don’t judge a book by its cover” applies to wrapping gifts, too. You don’t want to give an amazing gift all wrapped up in plain wrapping paper.  Whether you’re getting ready to wrap a special birthday or anniversary gift or gearing up for the holidays, taking the time to make the outside look as lovely as the gift inside is worth the effort.  I’ve asked some of my favorite bloggers for their best (and most unique) wrapping ideas and Keep Reading

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23+ Best Pumpkin Baby Shower Ideas 

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If you are lucky enough to host a baby shower in the fall, a pumpkin themed baby shower is not only adorable, but easy to put together. Whether the baby will be born during the fall season or if the celebration happens to be during fall, choosing pumpkins as a baby shower theme will give you tons of amazing options for themes, color schemes, welcome signs, food and centerpieces. Because of this, I would even argue that pumpkin is the very best fall baby shower themes! I’ve gathered 23+ of the best pumpkin baby shower ideas that are the perfect way to celebrate a new Keep Reading

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Simple DIY “Bag of Cash” Money Gift (the White Elephant idea everyone loves!)

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A DIY Bag of Cash filled with rolled one-dollar bills, secured with various colored rubber bands. The bag features a festive holiday-themed topper adorned with Christmas trees, ornaments, and Santa Claus designs, making it a perfect White Elephant money gift resting on a wooden surface.

The last time I attended a Christmas party, I had to bring a WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT worth around $25 to $30.  Instead of shopping for something unique, I decided to keep it simple and make my own with what I had on hand. I took it back to basics and created a white elephant gift that everyone went crazy for.....a bag full of cash!! :)  It was SO EASY to make.... The best part about this gift is that it's really lightweight, so people kept passing it over for larger & heavier gift bags.  By the time it got chosen, it was a huge surprise because it was easily Keep Reading

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Is It Okay to Have a Potluck Baby Shower?

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Planning a baby shower is something that falls on friends and loved ones of the mom-to-be, and it can be nerve-wracking to pull together under certain circumstances. Typically, the host(s) provide food and drinks, but there are lots of reasons you might want to opt for the easier route and make the celebration into a potluck instead. I see this question a lot when it comes to planning a baby shower, so I wanted to address is today. Just because potlucks aren't typical for baby showers doesn't mean that they're not allowed! Let's go over some of the reasoning behind having one and Keep Reading

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21+ Best Summer Bake Sale Ideas

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Looking for summer bake sale ideas that will bring in the big bucks and help reach your fundraising goal? You've come to the right place! A summer bake sale brings its own unique challenges... You want sweet treats BUT they also need to be able to withstand the summertime heat! And, of course, you want your food to be the biggest hit at the bake sale.   I asked my blogger friends for their brilliant summer bake sale ideas and they came through. Whether your child wants to set up a snack stand or you're prepping for a summer bake sale fundraiser, we've got you Keep Reading

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21 Family Beach Vacation Photo Ideas

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  As moms, we’re always looking for great places to take pictures of our kids. My favorite place to get pictures is at the beach. On our annual beach trips, my goal is to always get at least 2 or 3 excellent shots of the kids enjoying the sand or water plus a bunch other pictures to round out our photo album. After 8 years of beach excursions with my children, I’ve collected quite a few lovely photos. I thought it would be nice to compile them into an inspirational post so other moms can get ideas for their own photo collections. Following are some of my best tips for Keep Reading

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50+ Baby Shower Themes for Girls (adorable & unique ideas!)

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  Planning a baby shower for mom who is having a little girl? Then you need this list of 50+ baby shower themes for girls! Have you been stuck pondering, "what is a good theme?" There are so many themes to choose from, it can be hard to decide! Are you looking for something adorable and girly? Or maybe something a little more unique? No matter what you're looking for, we've got you covered. In this blog post, I will share 50 different baby shower themes for baby girls. This list includes everything from classic themes to more unique trendy options.   50+ Baby Shower Keep Reading

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Adorable Matching Big Sister + Little Sister Outfits

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Two white fabric squares embroidered with "Big Sister Ava Kate" and "Little Sister Palmer" in colorful, patchwork-style letters. The fabric squares, perfect for matching outfits, are placed on a distressed wooden surface with pink gingham and mint floral fabric, and a pink ribbon nearby.

  When I was pregnant with my second girl, all I could think about was how I would announce my pregnancy. Back then, there weren’t tons of options for t-shirts or dresses for my daughter to wear to announce her little sister’s arrival. But now there are so many options for a big sister outfit. You can not only get a cute top to announce your little one’s arrival, you can get a full set so big sis and little sis match once the baby arrives!   Cute Matching Big Sister & Newborn Sister Clothes  I think Etsy is the best place to find matching big sister, Keep Reading

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13+ Great Gifts for Second Babies & Their Moms

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A colorful graphic with the text "13+ BEST GIFTS for 2nd-Time MOMS-TO-BE" in bold, large fonts. In the top right corner, there's a circular logo that says "What Mommy Does." The background shows a person holding a baby, highlighting the best gifts for a second baby.

  Let's be honest: it can be hard to know what gift to buy for a second baby. This blog post is all about the best gifts for second babies (and their moms) because every baby (and every mom!) deserves to be celebrated! When a friend is pregnant with their first child, it seems like the possibilities are endless when it comes to gifts. Diapers, clothes, gadgets, and more are gifted with joy. There are ample opportunities to celebrate both baby and the new mom at baby showers, while the second child (and third, etc) rarely gets a shower of their Keep Reading

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27+ Cute and Easy Sewing Projects for Gifts

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  Put your creative talents to good use with these 27 easy sewing projects that you can gift for any occasion. Whether you’re a sewing aficionado or a total beginner, there is a cute sewing project on this list for you to try!   The perfect gifts are rarely bought. If you’re looking to handmake a gift, no matter the occasion, why not take your sewing machine for a spin? I have compiled 27+ cute and easy sewing projects for fantastic gifts (for every recipient!). With these sewing projects, you don’t need to be a master sewer; they’re accessible no matter your level Keep Reading

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15+ Awesome & Creative Themes for Your Next Gift Exchange

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  If you want to organize a gift exchange, themes can help bring this activity to new heights! Explore 15 creative themed gift exchange ideas to add fun to your festivities. Discover themes, gift ideas, and more.  While most people consider it a holiday event, you can actually plan a themed gift exchange for exciting gift-giving any time of the year. Gift exchange themes encourage guests to get creative with their gift choices and, in turn, have more fun participating! Plus, they're a great way to give awesome, personalized gifts in large groups or Keep Reading

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