How to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half (While Buying Diapers)
Inflation has hit everyone hard, but it hits new parents the hardest. When you add diapers, wipes, and baby food to your grocery list, the total at the checkout line can be shocking. You don't need to clip coupons for hours to save money. You just need to change how you shop. 1. The "Unit Price" Rule Stop looking at the price tag. Look at the tiny number in the corner called the "Unit Price" (price per ounce or per diaper). Example: A small box of diapers costs $10. A huge box costs $40. The huge box looks expensive, but the unit price might be $0.18 per diaper versus $0.30 in the small box. Always buy the lower unit price. 2. Meal Planning by "Stretching" Meat Meat is usually the most expensive part of a bill. The Fix: Don't serve a steak. Make a stir-fry, a casserole, or a pasta dish. These meals use half the amount of meat to feed the same number of people because you bulk it up with cheaper veggies, rice, or beans. 3. The "Generic...