I have not yet found a place that will pay me for the entire room full of toys and plastic that my daughter has stashed away in totes, but I did come across The Great Trade In by Babies R Us.
I also don’t have a baby or need any new baby stuff, but thought it would be helpful to somebody. It is still a great idea even though it’s of no use to me, and I do know a few people that have babies.
Beginning January 20th until February 20th, you can trade in old baby stuff and get 25% off of something new. Before you start thinking about all of the baby stuff you have, they are only accepting certain baby things. Cribs, strollers, playards, and high chairs are just some of the used products that qualify and there is a long list of manufacturers that are participating in the 25% discount, some of which are Carters, Graco and Eddie Bauer.
Check this list to see if your item has been recalled first, because if it has you may be eligible for a full refund (which of course trumps a 25% discount). Otherwise, according to the Babies R Us website, any old baby items on the list will qualify for the discount. If you’ve been considering an updated crib or high chair, this would be a good deal on something shiny and new, as well as if you’re planning on more children in the future.
If you need a few different items, you can take in multiple baby things, you will still only receive 25% on each new item. This just means if you bring in 3 cribs you won’t get a 75% discount, rather 25% on 3 new items.
Check out the website for more details, now on to find a place to sell all of these unused toys…