Would you buy the baby essentials (crib, changing table, car seat etc) at a Babies R Us, or Walmart or Target?

I’ve seen alot of nice stuff at babies r us that were kind of expensive, that I’ve seen at WalMart and Target for less, but does more expensive mean better quality? I’m pregnant with my first (almost 3 months) and decided buying new would be better, but which stores have better quality?

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#1 written by Ima
about 12 months ago

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It does not matter WHERE you buy it. You do get what you pay for as in better wood, and Such. . . But as long as it’s all rated safe, you are ok! I registered at Target and JC Penny and alll my stuff Was quality!
#2 written by Renee M
about 12 months ago

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All of the stores Have good quality. I would go with Target.
#3 written by Erika L
about 12 months ago

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Babies R Us is very expensive, I find stuff like cribs, change tables and car seats are the Same quality (all Have to pass government standards) That are cheaper at walmart.
#4 written by Kim
about 12 months ago

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I bought all my stuff from Target and love it! I highly recommend it!
#5 written by sally c
about 12 months ago

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walmart is asda in the UK and i agree They have some fantastic stuff, go with it, They Have To Meet Certain standards before They can sell car seats cots etc. So They Are All congratultions Perfectly fine! and the amount of stuff You have to always buy the cheaper option Went with the
#6 written by Tawn
about 12 months ago

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As Long As It Is The Same brand. . . It Is The Same quality. Babies R Us Because it is expensive Carried The Most popular and best brands.
#7 written by Son of Troll
about 12 months ago

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September crib changing at Walmart, stroller travel system at KmartBig Lots has a little portable playpen / tent
#8 written by melalexis84
about 12 months ago

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I work at wal mart, and i buy a lot of my stuff there. It all depends on how much you spend on something, and the name brand. If you buy a Not So Well Known brand name, then it Might not be as good as something thats well known. Wal Mart has a lot of nice stuff, for good prices. But for big stuff, Sears has nicer, plus you can order out of the catalog, So You Do not Have to Worry About quanity. More Expensive Does not always mean better. As for the car seat, I do not know if you have a stroller Already, But I’d get a travel system. Its a stroller, That comes with a matching infant car seat. Both Wal-Mart and Sears Have For Those good prices, your looking at anywhere Between $ 100 – $ 300. All in all, I’d say go to the stores That Have better prices, it works out better in the long run, your taking ur chance Either Way. Plus you can go online and see what people say about Have to Certain items, They liked Them Whether or not, and if it Was a good buy. Hope i helped.
#9 written by army_sister785
about 12 months ago

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I would buy it at Wal-Mart or Target if it’s the same brand and model as at Babies R Us But cheaper. Also you can look on store websites WHERE Have people rated the products. Sometimes something at Wal-Mart is just as good as someplace else, just less expensive. Personally, I’d buy everything at Wal-Mart or Target. I like Wal-Mart because i have one nearby, Target is 3 hours away.
#10 written by Chase
about 12 months ago

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I highly recommend BabyCenter. com for Any of your baby purchases. We got our name brand crib and changing table for 1 / 3 of the price That Babies R Us and local baby stores are charging. We Also Bought Our mattress, changing pad, changing pad covers, and a crib toy there. And, BabyCenter has sales frequently or your can look on Google for tons of coupon codes.
#11 written by just a thought...
about 12 months ago

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They All Have The Same stuff. You Should Check Out Their return policies. I Heard That just changed ITS Target return policy for things bought off of your registry (that you can only return one thing off of your registry Unless you have a receipt), I know I would look into that. Also, there’s a lot of baby stuff at BabyCenter. com and Amazon. com.
#12 written by Christian's Mommy
about 12 months ago

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Babies R Us and Walmart carry Some Of The Same baby products. . . Them only Walmart sells for less. I got my sons Both essentials at stores Depending on Which Could I get a better deal at.
#13 written by Claudia-Elena's Mommy
about 12 months ago

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The only item we regularly bought at Babies R Us Was The Only Pampers Swaddlers Because They Came in bigger boxes and HAD Usually Some type of salt. We buy mostly everything at Target, yes Some items at Walmart. The only item I only find at a Walmart is the Particular Totally Toddler (stain remover)! We now use the Kirkland Brand (Costco) diapers, They are less expensive and are awesome! I love Target But we do get other stuff at the other stores. We did get the crib at Target Just Because I fell in love with That Particular crib! Good luck!
#14 written by liesa90
about 12 months ago

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That I agree Babies R Us is a little pricey. . However Saying that. . I did buy and continue to buy all my stuff at Babies R Us.
#15 written by ana m
about 12 months ago

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the $ $ doest always mean better quality! im a 1st time mom with a 4 week old. . . i got all my stuff at Target. Everything is moderately priced and good quality. i got the crib with the changing table attached, But It Was like $ 300 worth it cuz ITS Converts it into a twin size bed. my favorite thing about target is How They are all over the place. . Its So conveniant.
#16 written by littleangelfire81
about 12 months ago

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Are you planning on HAVING More Than One? Then in a quality crib is thoroughly important if you’re going to use it a lot. We Did not use one at all with my son. He slept in a cradle in my room and now in my bed. Buying a crib (Even Though It Was only $ 15 at goodwill) Was a total waste. Anyways – just b / c it is The Same brand at Walmart and Babies R Us does NOT mean it is the quality examination. Companies That Have differing levels of quality They sell in different locations. It is the exact examination only if the product model number is the same. I routinely shop at Walmart, And When I really need a quality item I will try and find it used. There is Some safety issues purchasing used baby items, However, if you choose to. Cribs: make sure you can not fit in the pop can through the bars. Make sure it is not painted (Could Contain Lead). Car seats: never ever buy a used car seat. Most other things can safely be purchased used. Babies R Us has more selection, I know ITS Usually the best place to start. Figure out what you want, write it down, and then go online and see if you can get it at a cheaper price. This is Particularly true of car seats. If you are planning to purchase an infant carrier, they’re all pretty much the examination as long as you get a 5 point harness, NOT a 3 point. The Only One That different stands out is the Graco SafeSeat1. Where Most carriers only go to 20-22lbs, lasting only kids to 5-8 months of age, goes to 30lbs and lasts SafeSEat1 Most kids to at least 12 months, many longer. Only problem is it has to be Positioned at 45 degrees, no changing the recline at all for older babies who Want to see more. Graco snugride is a great choice. If you skip the carrier and go straight to a convertible, make sure you get one That will fit a newborn: Evenflo Triumph Advance is an awesome choice. Notice That Both Walmart and Babies R Us Have The Triumph Advance. Babies R Us has it in More Than One color, and it comes with removable padding more to help support a newborn. $ 150 at Babies R Us, $ 130 at Walmart. So, see, It’s Not Always the same thing. Babies R Us Might Have better quality, But with Some Things, that really does not matter much. Remember That your baby will not be little for very long, I know Some things do not need to last very long at all. Babyproofing Often items are best found at Babies R Us, Where There’s more selection.

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