It's almost time for Amazon Prime Day 2025. From the 8th to 11th of July, the online marketplace giant will be hosting discounts on a myriad of items, extended to a whopping four-day long event. Parents seeking to economize their expenditure on an exhaustive list of baby necessities, including but not limited to car seats, strollers, diapers and wipes, will find solace in this sales bonanza.
Here are five smart strategies that could make those discounts stretch even further for any thrifty parent or expectant parent. These all prove that preparation is essential when it comes to making the most of this shopping event.
Beginning with the 'Registry Completion Discount', Amazon provides a 15% coupon after a baby shower for those missing gear items. This can be utilized even if you're not having a baby shower, allowing you to make a private registry and apply the discount to larger purchases such as a crib or a car seat. Unfortunately, this coupon cannot be stacked onto other Prime Day deals, however, the added discount could sway your decision in terms of purchases during the sale.
Following this, Amazon is facilitating 'Exclusive Deals' for the adventurous shoppers. Limited in number, these deals promise greater savings on sought-after, high-priced items. To avail of such an opportunity, all you need to do is click on 'Request Invite' for the chance to snag a bargain.
'Lightning Deals' are popular during Amazon Prime Day, given their transient nature rendering them as both exciting yet elusive. As these deals typically last for only a few hours until the stock is depleted, it requires constant attention which is difficult to manage. Nevertheless, Amazon's app provides a feature where you can 'Watch this deal' for notifications about imminent live deals, helping to ensure you have the best chance to grab that bargain.
Amazon's 'Resale' feature, which was previously known as Amazon Warehouse, provides pre-owned and used items for purchase at reduced prices. Items include smartphones, furniture and more, creating an economical and environmentally friendly shopping option. Fear not, the quality of these items is assured with a 20-point inspection carried out by Amazon's return specialists to ensure functionality. Health and safety guidelines still apply here, meaning secondhand car seats, breast pumps and cribs should be avoided.
Lastly, don't forget to do your own research. Although Amazon Prime Day offers a cornucopia of discounts, some may appear too good to be true. By checking brand websites for the Most Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), looking beyond Amazon for deals at retailers such as Target and Walmart, and using price-tracking websites like CamelCamelCamel, you can ensure the best value for your money.
Amazon Prime Day is a great way to stock up on essentials or make bigger purchases without spending as much as you would at other times of the year. With a little bit of effort and planning, you'll be ready to take full advantage of the event and make it a more rewarding shopping experience.
