Question about buying used toys

jess123456 · August 2014

Hi ladies,

I am considering purchasing a lightly used tummy time activity gym (retails for $75 which is crazy to me and I can get it for $15 - $20 used). The mat is machine washable but the pull toys aren't and you can only spot clean. Silly FTM question but would you purchase this and if so, what would you use to spot clean the toys? I saw vinegar mentioned online but wondering what has worked for you ladies or am I being a complete cheapo and I should just get the tummy time gym full price or find a cheaper new option?

Thanks!

wildflower75 · August 2014

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violetsmom22 · August 2014

ClrkKntismyAE said:

I used vinegar for everything. Also, the only items you *need* to buy new is the car seat and most likely your breast pump. Save some money where you can. Check Pinterest out for some ideas on how to clean second hand baby items.

^this. Craigslist is my BFF!

joshua+rebecca11 · August 2014

I would totally buy it used. My rocker/glider, changing table, bouncy seat, swing, pack n' play and highchair are all second hand. So are my crib and cradle for that matter. They were all pretty clean before, so I just washed things really well and ta-da!

rox825 · August 2014

I bought a secondhand swing and wiped down the plastic parts with a vinegar solution.

absolutelymaybe · August 2014

My mind is in the gutter. I read the subject of this thread and thought it was about an entirely different kind of toy.

KMW08 · August 2014

absolutelymaybe said:

My mind is in the gutter. I read the subject of this thread and thought it was about an entirely different kind of toy.

Glad I'm not the only one! I don't think it's helping that the where'd the vagina angle thread is right next to this one.

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jess123456 · August 2014

KMW08 said:

absolutelymaybe said:

My mind is in the gutter. I read the subject of this thread and thought it was about an entirely different kind of toy.

Glad I'm not the only one! I don't think it's helping that the where'd the vagina angle thread is right next to this one. )

Hahaha!!! That's hilarious! Nope -- none of "those" kind of toys here lol

cindyNmark2010 · August 2014

Are the toys detachable? Can yo put them in the dishwasher?

jess123456 · August 2014

cindyNmark2010 said:
Are the toys detachable? Can yo put them in the dishwasher?

I am going to pick it up tomorrow. Thanks ladies! They are detachable and from what I see online says spot clean only. I can always buy the replacement parts I guess.

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