About Us
ONCE UPON A CHILD
Provides a sustainable and convenient way to buy and sell gently used kids clothes, shoes, toys and baby gear, focusing on quality, safety and value. Each Once Upon A Child location is individually owned and operated by local business owners, so you can feel good about shopping small.
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SUSTAINABLE
When you bring in your gently used kids items, it prevents them from filling up landfills and puts cash in your pocket.SUSTAINABLE
When you bring in your gently used kids items, it prevents them from filling up landfills and puts cash in your pocket.
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AFFORDABLE
We have tons of gently used kids stuff from your favorite brands at affordable prices. We know money doesnt grow on trees!AFFORDABLE
We have tons of gently used kids stuff from your favorite brands at affordable prices. We know money doesnt grow on trees!
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CONVENIENT
We make it easy to buy and sell items for all seasons, all day, every day, with no appointment necessary.CONVENIENT
We make it easy to buy and sell items for all seasons, all day, every day, with no appointment necessary.
Do I need an appointment to sell to you?
We are not by appointment. Bring in items any time during business hours.
What are some tips for selling?
- Always freshly launder items.
- Pre-sort and remove items that are stained, worn and older styles.
- Remove items we don't purchase like used socks, bibs, bottles, etc.
- Clean off and wipe down toys, shoes and books.
- Don't forget your phone and driver's license for signing in!
- We are asking customers to bring in no more than two (2) 18-gallon totes.
How do I sign up for the New Baby Club?
If you are expecting or have a child under 12 months, you can sign up for our New Baby Club! To sign up you simply come into the store and we sign you up with our Five Stars rewards program. You receive a text at the first of every month letting you know what the months offer is.
Do you only offer store credit?
We offer cash or store credit up to $100. Anything over $100 would be store credit or a check on the spot.