For first-time mothers, having a baby can be an exciting time. Buying new baby clothes, furniture, toys and gadgets can be expensive, but using these tips can save you money, while becoming more environmentally friendly.

Buy new products that you think you can use for a long time.
Babies grow so fast that buying name brand clothes isn't always necessary.

We all know that diapers stink, according to treehugger.com , babies use approximately 6,000 diapers before toilet training and it can take 200 to 500 years for those diapers to decompose.
Instead of using disposable diapers, try using cloth for reusable diapers. Mother-Ease has 100% organic cotton diapers that will help eliminate unnecessary waste. When a diaper is thrown into a landfill they retain their original weight volume and form, according to Mother-Ease. Also, when using reusable diapers you can save almost $1,000.

With the money you save from diapers, you will be able to buy that crib you always wanted for your precious baby. However, when you go and purchase your crib, do a little research before-hand. Some cribs made out of pressed wood products have formaldehyde in them, according to ivillage.com .
“Formaldehyde exposure has been linked to eye, nose and throat irritation, coughing, fatigue, skin rashes, severe allergic reactions and cancer.”

Green Nest has cribs made out of natural wood as great solution to this problem.

Having a baby is exciting, just remember to go a little eco-friendly with your newborn baby.