Reducing Child-Related Expenses
Compare childcare options in your area or try to reduce your existing childcare by a day or two — for instance, look into a nanny-share arrangement, ask for your family’s help or try working a later shift so you can be home during the day.
You can also reduce or eliminate organized child activities. Look at the real expenses involved with any sport or activity before you let your children sign up and keep them on only one activity at a time.
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