Everyone loves getting something for free and soon-to-be parents are no exception. Easing into the joys of parenthood can be made a little more exciting by getting something for nothing. Here is a list of the best and most practical freebies for moms, dads and babies.
Free Baby Magazines
A great source of information for moms and dads is parenting magazines. They take the best and most practical information from popular baby and parenting books and offers them to readers in smaller, more concise articles. Two of the best free parenting magazines are Baby Talk and American Baby. New and expectant parents as well as grandparents can request their free subscriptions at Parenting.com/babytalkmagazine and Americanbaby.com.
Free Pregnancy Organizer
Moms-to-be need a convenient place to jot down and organize all of their pregnancy-related data. A complementary copy of the popular 40 Weeks + is available to expectant moms. It is a portable, handbag sized organizer that Moms can use to record important things like doctor's visits, checklists, time lines and forms. Moms and dads-to-be can request their complementary copy (shipping and handling fee applies) at Freepregnancyorganizer.com.
Free Diaper Bag
Expectant parents can get a free, stylish diaper bag from Enfamil. Parents need to print out the the free diaper bag certificate on the Enfamil website and bring it with them to the hospital. In addition to the free diaper bag, new parents can also get over $250 worth of free baby goodies including: Playing with Your Baby magazine, samples of Enfamil formula, parenting pamphlets and coupons. Freebies are available by signing up for the Enfamil Family Beginnings Program at Enfamil.com.
Free Welcome Letter from the President of the United States
What better way to be welcomed into the world than by a letter from the President of the United States? New parents can request their free, personalized welcome letter with the President's seal and the signatures of both the President and First Lady. A great keepsake for any baby book or scrapbook. Parents or grandparents can send their request via postal mail to:
The White House
Attn: Greetings Office
Washington, D.C. 20502-0039
Be sure to include full name of baby, home mailing address of baby as well as date of birth. This is only available to U.S. citizens.
Miscellaneous Parenting Freebies
Parents should also note that many companies such as Preggie Pops and Lansinoh offer freebies upon request. This is a great way for moms and dads to try out new products and see which ones work best for their little one.
Note: Some or all of these freebies may not be available in all areas. Be sure to read the fine print and any disclaimers before submitting information. A shipping fee may apply to some items.
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