I guess it depends on wha kind of things you're wanting to buy. I got all the blankets and clothes etc from the bigger chain stores like Target and BigW. But for the furniture we put it all on layby at a baby store. They gave us a great discount and we could pay it off through direct deposit or credit card. Not having to go into the shop to pay was just so easy! I also found that this particular store was cheaper than others, got a few other things like carseat from there too and they always knocked quite a bit off.

Try 2nd hand stores too, I got Moo's cradle from an online pre loved shop and it was just what we were looking for and in such great condition! Friends of mine have great success with op shops and you wouldn't even know they were wearing 2nd hand clothes.

But anyway, just shop around while you can and know your prices. Then you'll know whether you're getting a bargain or not. And don't be afraid to tell the shops what you've found elsewhere price wise, that's how I got such great discounts at the store we used! Hope that was of some help to you!