Furniture for your baby can be bought very cheaply second hand - and there is a never ending supply of it!

As babies grow very quickly, it often takes them just months to grow out of their old furniture. Parents will then have to sell it to clear space for the new furniture. In some cases they may even give it away! Check your local newspaper regularly to keep up to date with these bargains.

If you buy any second hand furniture, always check with the seller if they have any other items to get rid of - as you may get an even better deal if you buy more of their old baby equipment.

Always check with any relatives with children to see if they have any old furniture they can let you have. Often they will give it to you for free, or at a very reduced price compared to what they would charge a stranger.

Flea markets, yard sales and car boot sales are an absolute gold mine for old baby furniture. People selling at this type of event are more than likely doing it to clear space in their own houses, and will accept any reasonable offer, as it means they don’t have to take it back home with them. Online auction sites such as eBay may offer the same possibilities, but at the cost of not being able to see the condition of the furniture in person.

The condition of the furniture is very important - you don’t want your baby’s crib falling apart in the middle of the night! Check for any obvious damage, and ask the seller if they’ve had any problems. Scratches and marks are fine - your baby isn’t going to care as long as it’s safe.

If the item has to support your baby’s weight, ask the seller if they will allow you to put something heavy in before you buy, so you can see how it deals with the weight.

Buying second hand furniture can be a great way to save money - just remember to check the quality before you buy, so it doesn’t end up being more trouble than it’s worth.

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