3 Ways to Budget For Bebé That Even the Most Deal-Minded Abuela Will Approve Of

Whenever possible, buy diapers and wipes for your baby in bulk. Instead of purchasing, for example, a pack of 24 diapers, opt for a 120-count box of Pampers ($40). You'll save more in the long run and won't have to run back to the store too soon after your first purchase. The same goes for your wipes: you can get a 768-pack of Huggies Natural Care Fragrance-Free Sensitive Baby Wipes ($20) for under $30 at Target. These are not only abuela-trusted brands, but they're also natural products at an incredible price point.

One of the best things I did when I had my son was purchase a crib for him that could later be turned into a toddler/big-kid bed. The Delta Children Skylar 4-in-1 Convertible Crib ($170) is a great option because it's literally the only bed you'll ever need to purchase for your child. It transforms from crib to toddler bed to daybed and finally to a full-size bed when they're ready.

Another important purchase you'll make as a new mami is your bebé's car seat. If you want to budget so that you spend less as the years go on, make sure to select a car seat that your child can use all the way up until the age of 8. Convertible car seats, such as the Graco 4Ever DLX 4-in-1 Convertible Car Seat ($300), do just that, which means you'll only have to make one large purchase for the whole eight years your niño has to utilize a car seat.