I still remember the time when mum used to do the grocery shopping and as a kid, we were just excited to see what is inside the bags and not much bothered about how much money was spent on it.
Now, as a mum myself and doing grocery shopping for my home; I need to keep a track of everything right from fruits, vegetables, laundry etc.
We all know if you are heading to a supermarket with your little one, you tend to end up buying unnecessary junk stuff as well and not to forget the tantrums in every aisle of the supermarket.
Over the years, I have realised that few tips or tricks can actually help you to save money on your grocery shopping and definitely less wastage at home even when you are going with your kids.
5 tips to save money on Grocery
- Shop after your meal : There is a scientific reason behind it, you will find that it definitely helps you and your kids. We actually tried this with our kids, when we are hungry and head towards supermarket we tend to put all sort of junks, candies, cake into our basket but on the other hand when we were full we didn’t feel like going to those sections or aisle.
- Grocery list : This is the most important thing to save on unnecessary shopping. Always check your refrigerator and pantry before heading to the supermarkets. List down everything you need for a week and buy just those stuff which you actually need for your home rather than picking up everything on the shelf thinking we may use or cook later.
- Check out home brands: Have you ever tried switching or trying home brands available in the supermarket. Most of the supermart and hypermarts have their own home brands and their quality is equally good at the discounted price. There is no harm trying out on those and savings some money.
- Clearance section: Do check the clearance section as you can fetch a good deal for perishable and non-perishable at the very reasonable price. Most of the supermarkets/ bakery shops have the clearance sections or deals after 9pm.
- Do a little maths before buying: When you buy those bulk or large packs do a little maths as it is not always a good deal. Also, go for stuff according to your family needs rather than to the discounts offered as you will only hoard the stuff and if you will not use the product, you are actually wasting more money than saving it.
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If you have more tips to share with us, do write them in the comments below.
That’s why my mom always instilled in me the habit of preparing a shopping list before every outing and go only after having lunch 😀 Brilliant small steps that lead to huge savings!
Thanks for the great tips, I really need to practice these to save some money on grocery 🙂
Great tips on saving money especially on grocery.. Just wat a family needs to do
I take note of the things that I have at home before I go shopping, that way I won’t have to waste anything or overspend! I think it’s important to shop when you’re full, I definitely believe that! These are great tips!
Saving on groceries can really help when you’re raising a family! I think these are great tips and they’re all tried and tested. I always set a budget whenever I go out to buy groceries, so that I don’t have to overspend.
The best way is to have a list and focus on the list. I guess it helps if you are not hungry shopping as you don’t tend to go for the junk foods.
Nice one. It is good to be financially conscious. Extravagant spending might be a worry but with this tip then spending just anyhow can be reduced. Thanks for sharing.
thanks for the useful tip as well ^^ hug
Yeah. I always take a list and look at the home brands (which is usually in the last rack almost hiddedn) and check at the clearance for sure. Rest 2 points gonna implement that too.
Very useful tips, it hardly takes 5 min to buy the grocery items if you have these things in mind.
Thanks for Sharing …
Hahahahaha! I can’t believe this! I was reading your post and every item in your list is a piece of advice my mum gave me while growing up! I think the best advice in here is to never go grocery shopping hungry: you’re 100% going to buy stuff you don’t really need because you’re hungry.
Shopping for groceries is something I struggle with! I keep reaching for things I don’t need and end up wasting money. Thanks for these great tips!
These are awesome ways to save money! I never go to the grocery hungry…. or with the kids! It’s really easier to stick to your list that way!
Oh these are really great and helpful tips to save money on grocery. I need these tips, especially this season We need to be wise on using the money. Thanks for these tips.
These are great tips! I always try really hard to never shop while hungry; it always ends badly! Coupons are my friend!
Loved reading it. I absolutely need this, I always Spend plenty of money to things that I don’t even need. ?????