Cots & car seats, nappies & nurseries, babygros & booties... as any new parent will tell you, having a baby can be a costly business. In fact, according to a recent survey, the cost of raising a child is a staggering £186, 000, pricier than buying a house.
But, having a baby need not mean financial ruin. Elen Lewis's timely & indispensable The Resourceful Mum