Instead of scrolling through Amazon’s Big Deal Days , I decided to try something different this year: thrifting my kids’ Christmas gifts. With toy prices predicted to climb because of tariffs, holiday shopping can add unwanted stress to this already expensive season.

The secondhand market offers an alternative — one that’s kinder to my budget and to the planet. By starting early and scouring thrift stores, kids’ resale chains, and online marketplaces, I’m slowly finding gifts my kids will love at a fraction of regular retail prices.

Why thrifting makes sense in this economy

Shopping secondhand for kids items might feel like an obvious way to save , but it could lead to bigger savings than you may expect. If you’re looking for brand-new baby gear and other essentials, the Trump adm

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