Having a child can be so expensive – so here’s a simple and free idea to help save you some cash, and keep your little one happy as well! Recently I started a toy exchange with two other local moms that have boys around Cameron’s age. We each brought several toys to a playgroup meet up, then did a little swap (while the boys weren’t looking – of course). That way, the guys can have new things to play with, and then when they get their toys back at after the agreed upon amount of time has passed (we decided a month) they will be new and exciting again. Here’s a few tips if you want to start your own exchange:
1) Exchange with other parents who have kids around your child’s age, and sex (I hate to say it, but it really seems like boys are interested in different things than girls – Cameron and his boy friends love trucks, cars, mechanical things – and anything that rolls).
2) Agree upon the length of time for the exchange.
3) Realize that things might break, or not come back in pristine condition! Hey, I know Cameron is a little destroyer, and I wouldn’t expect anything less from another toddler.
4) Clean your toys before you exchange them, and before you return them.
It’s easy, and it’s free -so ask your friends if they are interested!
