π Real Talk: Surviving the Formula Years & Feeding a Family on a Budget
When my kids were on formula, money was tight. If you havenβt already, apply for WIC β theyβll cover formula, and later milk, bread, cheese, beans, and more. Even special formulas are covered with a doctorβs note.
As for groceries, I shop around:
π₯© Meat & dry goods at Grocery Outlet (cheaper cuts = big savings if youβre willing to trim)
π§ Dairy from Aldi
π Fill-in items from Walmart or Acme
One day of βwindow shoppingβ to track local prices can save you so much long term.
Cheap, filling meal ideas we love:
π Beef stroganoff
π₯£ Potato or white chicken chili (crock pot!)
π Sloppy joes
π§ Meatloaf "cupcakes" with mashed potato βicingβ
I buy canned veggies when theyβre on sale and stock a few extras for a rainy day. And if you have time? Learn to make basics at homeβbread, cooking fats, even protein balls. Homemade versions of store snacks = major savings.
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