We’re all about making parenthood as stress-free as possible. And today, we’re here to let you in on a little secret: sometimes, the best items for your nursery aren’t the brand-new, shiny ones. Websites like Rebelstork are revolutionizing how we shop for our little ones, offering high-quality, gently used items that promise safety, reliability, and, most importantly, fantastic value for money.

They call it “recommerce”: an umbrella term for overstock, open box (a.k.a. returned or liquidated) and gently used products. Think of it like The Real Real, but for baby gear, with guaranteed safety measures.

From cribs to strollers, Rebelstork is your go-to platform for getting great deals on all that expensive stuff you want but feel guilty buying for such short-term use or can’t afford.

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Some fun stats? According to Rebelstorks 2023 Annual Baby Gear Recommerce Report:

59% of shoppers surveyed said the top reason for buying recommence is value

27% said they turned to recommence for baby items due to rising inflation — to stretch their budgets and generate extra income by monetizing items they no longer use.

59% of parents surveyed said they are opening their minds to open box because they have pride in knowing they are saving a never-used (simply returned) item from a landfill.

Sound good? Great. Now, let’s explore the specific categories of items that are perfect to buy at recommerce.

We all know that top-tier strollers can come with a hefty price tag when bought brand new. But here’s the thing: your little one won’t stay little forever. They grow and change faster than you can imagine, and soon, that expensive stroller might not be getting the mileage you’d hoped for. Enter: recommerce. It’s a win-win situation: You get the reliability and safety of a top-notch stroller without the hefty price tag, and you’re embracing a more sustainable choice. Now, isn’t that simply smart parenting?

Let’s talk bassinets. These cozy little nests are essential for your newborn’s first few months, but let’s face it, they outgrow them faster than it takes for you to remind your mother-in-law of boundaries. So, why invest in a brand-new bassinet when you can opt for a gently-used one from a recommerce site? Not only will you be saving a pretty penny, but you’ll also be getting a bassinet that’s been safety-checked and is just as snug and comfy as a new one. Plus, by buying pre-loved, you’re making a sustainable choice that’s good for our planet.

Baby carriers: the ultimate accessory for the parent who’s got places to be and a baby who’s coming with. But let’s be real, some of these baby-toting contraptions can cost an arm and a leg – and you need those for carrying the baby! you can find a wide range of high-quality, gently-used baby carriers at a fraction of the original cost. Not only does shopping for your carrier save you money, but it also supports a more sustainable way of shopping. And, like everything on the site, each carrier is safety-checked to ensure it’s ready for more baby-wearing adventures.

Picture this: You sipping your coffee, watching your baby bounce, and mentally patting yourself on the back for making a savvy, eco-friendly choice. Considering the lifespan of the essential bouncer, you’re not going to want to break the bank on this item.

“But, ew! Isn’t there, like, other people’s babies’ food stuck on there?” Reminder people: These are exhaustedly vetted products, a mix of overstock, open-box, and resold baby gear, most of which has never ever been taken out of their boxes. Rest assured: not stale rice sticking to the bottom of these high chairs.