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try a resale shop before going to a conventional store to get the best deal. When purchasing an item from a resale shop I look for quality and price. I refuse to pay more than half to sixy percent of what a store would charge for a used item. I will possibly pay more for an item never opened or one with tags. Once Upon a Child is a great place for deals. Due to their ability to be picky you can often get a very good to excellent used condition item for a good price. In fact, I just purchased a Carter's outfit for $4.25 that had no stains and looked like it was never worn. In the stores the outfit would run for at least $16.00 as I actually saw a similar outfit at Toys R Us. I also purchased a pair of boys jeans for $7.00 that still had the tags. Books, videos, dvds, shoes, baby items, and the alike all guarantee savings. Toys are hit and miss. Keep in mind, as Once Upon a Child grows in popularity they have increased their prices as compared to local resale shops. I suggest trying your local resale shop before trying Once Upon a Child. For instance, I can purchase a Barbie at my local shop for $2.00 whereas Once Upon a Child charges $4.00 for the same Barbie. Conditions being even, I have purchased a new Carter's sleeper at my local shop for $3.00 while Once Upon a Child sold a similar new Carter's sleeper for $5.00. Once Upon a Child does have a variety of items to choose from and no short supply of what you are looking to buy. Local resale shops may not have as many items coming in so variety and supply may be hit and miss. Overall I grade buying an A. Even though local shops may beat the prices, Once Upon a Child still offers a great price, good quality and plenty of stock.

Overall Once Upon a Child offers decent items for prices a mom on a budget can afford. The store may have a garage sale feel and may not give you as much for your items as you would like but you can usually find what you need at a price you will like. Again, I do suggest trying a local shop first for items you are trying to buy and second for items you are trying to sell. Local shops can be cheaper but they also pay even less then Once Upon a Child for your things. Happy reselling and buying!

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