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Reasons to Shop Once Upon a Child Raleigh NC

Girl wearing Once Upon a Child in Raleigh NC in fall at Joyner Park

Looking for gently loved items for your children that won’t break the bank? Look no farther than Once Upon a Child in Raleigh NC. Once Upon a Child Raleigh is your one-stop shop for second hand clothing, toys, accessories, shoes, and books in the area. Located at their new location off of Triangle Plantation Drive, the store has lots of space to shop comfortably.

Children grow so quickly, sometimes only getting one or two wears (or none!) out of a clothing item. It is great to know that there is a store where your children can still be dressed stylish without spending a fortune. That’s why I’m highlighting this great store for you!

3 Reasons You Should Shop Once Upon a Child Raleigh NC

Everything from Store Brands to High-End Children Brands

Once Upon a Child carries newborn through size 16/18 youth in many of the name brands you are wanting for your children:

  • Gap®
  • Old Navy®
  • Carter’s®
  • Children’s Place®
  • Justice®
  • Janie and Jack®
  • Rare Editions®
  • Nanette®

and many more! Each item is unique and because some of the styles are from years past, you can find items that other children won’t be wearing. You can even find smocked items regularly at this location! They also carry a large selection of swimwear, leotards, outerwear, shoes, holiday apparel, as well as special occasion dresses and suits.

Prices

Shopping at a second hand store allows for greatly reduced prices. And who doesn’t love a great deal? Items at Once Upon a Child Raleigh NC are up to 70% off of retail prices. Twice a year they also run “dollar days” where all clearance clothing items are only $1! And they also occasionally have additional discounts on clearance, so you are getting items for up to 90% off!

Not only can you find discounted children’s clothing and shoes here, you can also find reduced prices on:

  • Baby gear (carriers, bouncers, strollers, etc)
  • Baby furniture (cribs, change tables, high chairs)
  • Toys
  • Games
  • Books
  • Movies
  • Hair Accessories
  • Bowties/suspender sets

Everything is always quality controlled to make sure it is in great condition and in good working order!

Buy AND Sell

The great thing about Once Upon a Child is that no only can you purchase deeply discounted children’s items, you can also SELL them! If you have closets of clothes that your children have outgrown, you can sell them back at this location! All you have to do is bring in your lightly used items (in good condition) and a store employee will assess your items. From there they will make an offer based on style, safety, and condition standards. If you accept the offer, you are given cash on the spot! It is the perfect store to shop and also make back some money on items that you no longer need!

Once Upon a Child Raleigh NC

Interested in photos of your children in their beautiful outfits? Please see some of my work here!

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