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Kids Ain't Cheap
Kids Ain't Cheap
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Catherine Reed

BIZARRE: Winter gear essentials that parents overbuy and how to avoid the trap - What They Never Told You

Winter Gear Essentials That Parents Overbuy and How to Avoid the Trap

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Winter gear for kids has a way of multiplying before you even realize what you’ve spent. Between boots, coats, snow pants, hats, and gloves, it’s easy to convince yourself you need top-of-the-line everything just to keep your child warm. The problem is that many so-called winter gear essentials barely get worn before they’re outgrown, lost, or pushed to the back of the closet. If you’ve ever totaled up your cold-weather spending and felt a little sick, you’re not alone. With a bit of planning and a reality check on what your child actually needs, you can skip the overbuying trap and still send them out the door cozy and dry.

1. Why Parents Overbuy Winter Gear

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