Today I want to share my experience of a shopping trip for my baby needs that was quite draining on my pocket.

As a new parent of two children, there are many things that need to be prepared again so that the little one is comfortable and healthy. However, shopping for baby needs is not cheap. Today I spent a total of 1,376,000 IDR which is equivalent to around 393 Steem, to buy much-needed equipment, but I only have 144 Steem, to achieve it, I am very grateful to be able to get a loan from a friend who is so kind to me.

Today I will tell you in more detail about the items I bought and how I achieved it.

Baby Diapers...

Baby diapers are one of the first things I buy, because this is a basic need that cannot be postponed. I buy disposable diapers that are of good quality. As a parent, I really care about the comfort and safety of my baby, especially their sensitive skin. I choose diapers with high absorbency so that my baby stays dry and comfortable all day long. For diapers I spend around 300,000 IDR which is equivalent to around 86 Steem. Although the price is quite high, I believe that my baby's comfort is the main thing, so I don't hesitate to buy good diapers.

Baby blanket...

In addition to diapers, baby blankets are also important to keep your little one warm, especially when sleeping. I bought a baby blanket made of soft and safe material for baby's skin. I chose a material that can absorb sweat well, so my baby doesn't feel hot. This blanket also has a cute and fun motif, perfect for making my baby feel more comfortable while sleeping. I bought this blanket for 200,000 IDR which is equivalent to 57 Steem.

Baby Mattress...

A crib is one of the biggest investments in baby gear shopping. I chose a crib that was the right size and equipped with a pillow and mattress protector. This crib is specially designed so that babies can sleep comfortably and safely. The crib I chose has easy-to-clean material and is made of non-allergenic material. This crib cost me 400,000 IDR or the equivalent of 114 Steem. Although quite expensive, I feel this investment is very important for my baby's g

Baby Bathing Supplies...

Then I bought baby bath supplies, such as baby soap, baby shampoo and baby towels. I chose all these bath supplies that have natural ingredients, free from chemicals that are harmful to baby's skin. I bought baby soap and shampoo for 150,000 IDR. While baby towels, buckets and small tubs each cost 100,000 IDR. The total for these bath supplies is 250,000 IDR or equivalent to 71 Steem.

Other items...

In addition to the main items, I also bought some other baby supplies, such as baby clothes, gloves, socks and breastfeeding supplies, such as milk bottles and breast pumps. I chose baby clothes that were soft and comfortable, and easy to wear. Gloves and socks are important to prevent the baby from feeling cold. I bought milk bottles and breast pumps to make the breastfeeding process easier. For all these additional items, I also spent 226,000 IDR or the equivalent of 64 Steem.

Financial constraints...

But there is one thing that makes this shopping a little more challenging for me. Previously I only had 144 Steem, while my needs reached 393 Steem. I started to feel anxious and worried about how I could achieve it. However, Alhamdulillah I got a loan from a friend who has always been good to me, who finally helped me meet the shortfall. With the loan, I was able to continue shopping and make sure all my baby's needs were met temporarily. I am very grateful to the steemit team and the help of friends who have made it easier for me in these challenging times.

a little conclusion from my experience today...

Shopping for baby necessities is not cheap, but I feel very satisfied to be able to fulfill all my baby's needs for his comfort and health. With the help of the Steemit team and the help of friends, I was finally able to buy everything I needed, even though my finances were limited. I hope that with all these preparations, my baby can grow up healthy and comfortable. Of course today I learned a lot about the importance of financial planning and also about the kindness of friends around us. Alhamdulillah all needs have been met.

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