Some say your priorities in life change when you have a child to raise. For me, becoming a parent also changes the way that I manage my finances. Because let’s face it, the cost of milk formula, diapers, and even childcare can add up very quickly if you are not keeping a close watch. But from my experience of having 3 kids, I must say that it is not impossible to manage how much we spend with careful planning as there are many affordable options out there. Budgeting for the family is never easy but it is important because it helps to separate the needs from the wants.
Expecting parents can consider the newly launched IKEA StarterKid bundle which has nine essential items - a cot, cot mattress, cot bedsheets, bibs, washcloths, changing mat, changing mat cover, bathtub and a baby towel - and only costs $149.
One of the common gripes I hear from parents of young children are about the cost of having kids is that it is expensive to bring the kids out for a day of fun. Granted that admission fees to the zoo, theme parks and indoor playgrounds are not cheap (especially for a family of 5!), there are tons of free activities for families in Singapore too. Think museums, outdoor playgrounds, parks and beaches. Oh, and here’s a tip: search #funforfreeSG on Instagram and you will find even more suggestions!
At the end of the day, spending quality time with our kids is important… much more important than spending money on them. One is never fully financially or emotionally ready for children, and we were no exception. But 3 kids on, I can honestly say my monkies bring me joy that I never knew existed and my home will never be complete without them.
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