Getting products for bathing your baby has become a herculean struggle while parenting in the time of COVID-19. However, it is paramount if you intend to keep your baby healthy and well taken care of. For the parents who have the necessary ingredients on hand, alternatives are an option for the future. However, for parents who run out of these necessary products, there is an impending need to immediately get them. If you happen to be in this situation while parenting in the time of COVID-19 here are some tips on getting your baby products using courier services while staying safe.
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Order Only Essentials
When placing delivery orders while parenting in the time of COVID-19 make sure to order only essential items. If you place an order for the delivery of a toy set you may likely not get it as deliveries of non-essentials may not be available at all. It would be best if you only place an order for items that are vital for bathing your newborn baby. You also want to start with the most important products like baby milk, diapers, and some sanitizing agents for cleaning their bathtub, crib, and other surfaces people may come into contact with. Once you can get these approved you may consider the less important ones.
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Purchasing In Bulk
If you can afford to purchase in bulk while parenting in the time of COVID-19, then, by all means, do so. You want to get enough baby products to last you a while. If you’re like most parents, then chances are that you aren’t sure when you next will get an opportunity to purchase these baby items. Instead of buying milk every week, treat this as an emergency where supplies need to be obtained in a quantity that should last at least a month or two. You should also know that frequent purchasing of items puts you at greater risk of infection, especially in states with a high number of recorded cases.
Homemade Supplies
One option you should consider is the purchase of supplies for homemade baby bath products. You can make some baby items at home, and some of these products cost less than the usual products you make use of daily. Some of the items you could put on your list include shea butter, coconut oil, essential oils, cloth wipes, etc. Some of these products can be quite versatile and used in making different baby bath supplies for your little angel. Add them to your list of items and you will surely improve your product options. Rather than more expensive baby lotions, shea butter and coconut oil make excellent moisturizers.
Looking Out For Scam Sites
There are people online who have made it a point to take advantage of the lockdown and people’s increased need for courier services. These people create fake websites and phish people’s details. They may display products you would need for bathing your newborn baby and have you make payments online to order these products. You need to ensure that you make use of only notable online markets and do not purchase products from new websites. Nobody is suddenly opening an online store and courier delivery service amid the pandemic. It is best to stick with online retailers that you are familiar with. Here are tips to know which sites are fake and which are real.
Fake Emails
The worst place to start your online purchase journey amid this pandemic is an email from an online service provider that you previously did not know. Chances are that the person sending you that email is either scamming you or targeting you. Don’t purchase any products from strange email links. To be safe, don’t even open such email links promising products, sometimes discounts on products. Go to the website you’re familiar with and place your order. Nobody wants to fall victim to such malicious schemes amid a global lockdown. You need to be safe and keep your resources safe as well.
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Reliable Online Vendors
If you’re familiar with online purchases then we have compiled a list of some of the online vendors that could provide all your baby bath needs while parenting in the time of COVID-19. These are some of the world-class vendors known for reliability and transparency. They are globally known. The URL’s of these websites are also made available so you don’t visit a copy-site. The first is Amazon, which offers delivery services around the globe. We also have eBay (www.ebay.com), Walmart (www.walmart.com), Alibaba (www.alibaba.com), Target (www.target.com), BestBuy (www.bestbuy.com), etc. One of these websites should be able to provide you with any product you’re looking for.
A Little Reading
Once you’ve decided which website you want to use for your online purchase, you may want to do a little reading on the site’s return policy. This becomes a part of your journey while parenting in the time of COVID-19. One that would benefit you a lot in the long run. Knowing your rights and what the company’s policies are would enable you to make the right choices when purchasing products you need for bathing your baby. In the case of wrong package delivery, you need to be armed with the information in order not to be the unfortunate one. It doesn’t take more than 30 minutes to get a grasp of all the agreements you and the company will be in once you make a purchase.
Don’t Use Public Wi-Fi
It’s fine not to be tech-savvy, but remember not to use a public Wi-Fi connection to make online purchases. Your details can easily be intercepted and you can say goodbye to your hard-earned money. Spending a little on a good data plan (even if only for the purchase you want to make) is a good investment. It is also an investment that protects you and your resources, one that you will enjoy in the long run. Some even go to the extent of using highly secured email services such as ProtonMail and even browse anonymously on the Tor network. You don’t need to do this, but that is an indication that the internet is full of traps and malicious individuals looking to steal from you.
Use PayPal
If you are looking for the most reliable way of making payments, then PayPal is your go-to. It offers the most secure online payment platform. With PayPal, scammers will not be able to get hold of your credit card details. Of course, there are other payment platforms you may choose to go with for making purchases while parenting in the time of COVID-19, but we strongly recommend PayPal because it offers the most security. However, if you don’t want to use PayPal, then you may choose to use a credit card. This also offers you more protection as it is not a direct link to your bank account as opposed to your bank ATM card.
Tips For Parenting In The Time Of COVID-19
The only time you should resort to an online purchase (especially if your payment option is a debit card) is if going to the store is not possible. In some areas, people are allowed to visit the store as long as they follow the store rules of wearing a face mask and maintaining adequate social distance from others. Many stores also limit the number of people allowed in the store at any one time to allow for easier social distancing. If your state offers this privilege it is a good way to gid rid of some cabin fever while parenting in the time of COVID-19. Just be sure to follow all safety protocols, be patient, and kind.
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