by Beth Oliver

Created on: April 26, 2010

Diapers are an expensive necessity. Just ask anyone with a baby. But there are many ways to get coupons that can help to bring down the cost of those diapers. Be sure to join the mailing list for the diapers you use. Pampers, Luvs and Huggies all have mailing lists. They often send coupons and other special offers to their members.

You can find lots of coupons in your local newspaper. When there is a week of good diaper coupons, it is a good idea to buy an extra paper at your local dollar store. You will save much more than the $1 when you use the coupons. Ask your friends and co-workers who don't need diapers to pass along the coupons they can't use.

Join an on-line coupon forum. There are many of them such as Our Coupon Home, Hot Coupon World and A Full Cup to start. Once you are a member, you can trade with other members. I don't need diaper coupons so any I have, I am willing to trade. There are many members to trade with.

Ebay is another option. Make sure to check the sellers feedback to ensure you are dealing with a reputable seller.  Anytime you buy coupons on-line, you are not paying for the actual coupons. You are paying for the person's time to cut and sort and mail the coupons to you.

Diapers coupons can also be printed on-line. Sometimes the manufacturers will post coupons on their websites. Other times you can find coupons on Redplum.com or Coupons.com.  You can usually print off two coupons when they are available.

You can also get diapers coupons from stores. If you are a member of the CVS Extra Care card or the new Rite Aid Wellness Program, they offer store coupons for lots of things. Many times they are based on the items you buy so if you purchase diapers there, the chances of getting a store coupon is much greater. You can them combine those store coupons with the manufacturers coupons to save more.

Store websites also have coupons at times. Target always has great coupons. Be sure to check them often as they change frequently. Also look for on-line coupon codes that you can use to maximize your savings. While diapers are pricey, you can combine coupons with store sales to get diapers for really cheap or even free.

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