Save Money Baby: Budget-Friendly Buys for Your Registry

From a well-priced and well-designed crib to genius multi-use products - here are 12 must-haves for your baby registry that'll help you stay on budget.

By Jane Putnum October 8, 2015

Babies are oh-so-cute, but can be oh-so-expensive, especially when you factor in nursery furniture, strollers and the long list of other items little ones need. And don’t forget the diapers, wipes, formula and food! As you prepare for the arrival of your new addition, add a few of our favorite budget-friendly and best-bang-for-your-buck finds to your registry.

5. Comfort & Harmony Portable Swing

If space is an issue, this swing is for you. Most parents you talk to will say a baby swing can be a lifesaver, which is very true, but you’ll also find that lots of swings take up a lot of space and aren’t very portable. So you can't move it easily from room to room. The Comfort & Harmony Portable Swing is designed to fold up with just a few clicks, allowing you move it out of the way when it’s not being used, bring it to a different room or store it when baby grows out of it. The icing on the cake is the price.

Available at amazon.com, $53.99.