Raising a baby doesn't have to be expensive, and I'll be sharing my own tips on what worked for me along the way as I raise my own baby Nate. But first, let me let you in on a secret: I paid only $15 for my baby's diapers (newborn size) and almost nothing for his toiletries in the first few months, largely thanks to free samples. That saved me a ton of money! Here's how I did it.
There's a LOT of stuff to buy for a newborn baby, but not everything is essential, so focus on just what you need if your budget is realllllllly tight. (eg. you can skip stuff like a changing table because you won't need it after 2+ months once your baby learns how to flip) I'm a huge advocate of baby products with dual-functions, or even repurposing stuff, so that I get more mileage back...