https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:53:07 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco/page/2#post-2265659 Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:54:47 +0000 StbHisMrs 2265659@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I buy almost everything at Costco, but I also have a large family! I'm there twice a month, sometimes more. I do agree to watch some prices (cereal, snack..) because they aren't always cheaper. Nuts are a great deal as are cheese, meat, clothes, vitamins, electronics, and booze!!<br /> We used kirkland diapers, and still use their wipes.<br /> @Pumpkin Pie: I love all the furniture I've bought there! 12 years are our sectional is still going strong!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco/page/2#post-2265614 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 22:18:06 +0000 Pumpkin Pie 2265614@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks to this thread, I'm making a trip tomorrow. Those of you who have bought furniture, do you like it? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco/page/2#post-2265577 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 20:51:41 +0000 Caly 2265577@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs Green Grass: they are SO good! A friend recommended them a while back so we tried them...can't believe I passed over them for so long. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco/page/2#post-2265566 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 20:41:18 +0000 rosegold 2265566@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Happygal: spinach raviolis! they sell annie's snacks and z bars in bulk that i buy for lo. diapers. usually some article of clothing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco/page/2#post-2265478 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 19:31:06 +0000 tlcbaby 2265478@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think dianesanfilippo.com and paleoparents.com have Costco shopping lists on their website if you want to find some of their healthy recommendation! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco/page/2#post-2265414 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 17:43:54 +0000 Kimberlybee 2265414@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: What an awesome outline, thanks for sharing. </p> <p>The spinach and cheese ravioli is on sale this cycle so I picked it up today thanks to this thread. Also the baby bel, circle cheese is on sale too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco/page/2#post-2264880 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 09:20:58 +0000 Autumnmama79 2264880@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Feta cheese, 3-pack of cucumber, raspberries and quinoa. Plus usually 6 other things that we neither need nor have room for but, Costco. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264870 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 09:02:11 +0000 NCSUchick27 2264870@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We purchased our car through Costco. I think we got a pretty good deal.</p> <p>We also just booked a rental car through Costco Travel for our upcoming trip to Seattle. For a 10 day rental their price was about $40-$50 cheaper than anywhere else. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264856 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 08:43:03 +0000 Smurfette 2264856@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The Kirkland vodka is cheap and good! We buy it all the time.</p> <p>We buy a lot here. Costco is great! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264855 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 08:39:51 +0000 Mrs.KMM 2264855@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@ShootingStar: yeah - we never used the Kirkland diapers but a friend of mine did and warned me away. She was not a fan! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264851 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 08:30:53 +0000 ShootingStar 2264851@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm surprised at how much everyone loves the Kirkland diapers, we were sooo disappointed by them. We tried size 3 for DS and they were the worst diapers we ever bought. Pretty much every single day they were leaking out the leg by the time we got him home from daycare, and he would've been changed with an hour or 2 max. I've never had any other diapers leak out the leg like that.</p> <p>We like to get:<br /> Rotisserie chicken<br /> Blueberries<br /> Toilet Paper<br /> Juice boxes<br /> Bottled Water<br /> Pre-made Chicken Alfredo</p> <p>My parents got some really nice towels there to keep at our house too. I've been thinking of getting some more.</p> <p>They're also great for season stuff - need a tent in the summer, or a Christmas tree in December, etc. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264833 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 07:51:53 +0000 mrs.shinerbock 2264833@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>- In season fruit - I usually end up freezing about half of the container and using it in our yogurt the rest of the year.<br /> - Mexican Coke - we don't drink a whole lot of soda, but I really prefer the glass bottles so we buy a case every 4-5 months.<br /> - Honest company body wash and Cetaphil wash and lotion.<br /> - Naan - they sell individual naan breads and it freezes really well, so I'll pull one out and top with veggies and cheese if I need a quick dinner.<br /> - Hummus - LO loves hummus and I buy the individual cups for her lunch. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264814 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 07:01:03 +0000 Ajsmommy 2264814@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Diapers<br /> Wipes<br /> tp<br /> paper towels<br /> olive oil<br /> paper plates<br /> minced garlic<br /> soy sauce<br /> ketchup/mustard<br /> salt<br /> pepper<br /> in season fruit<br /> pizza<br /> pork chops<br /> steaks<br /> hamburger<br /> chicken wings<br /> cat litter<br /> detergent<br /> dish soap<br /> fabric softener<br /> clothes<br /> microwave (the exchange program is great, ours blew up and we got a new one) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264791 Mon, 17 Aug 2015 06:26:13 +0000 looch 2264791@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We buy whatever we can at Costco...in addition to what is available in the store, we've bought our patio set, cantilever umbrella, my son's full sized bed, photos, our televisions, tv stands., kitchen appliances. We also use Costco travel to book our vacations to Disney World and we'll probably use the service again when we finally go to Hawaii in 5 years.</p> <p>My husband also wears the no iron dress shirts (although our store is out of them and has been for a while) and I wear the yoga pants. We buy my son's pajamas there too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264750 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 23:00:41 +0000 BSB 2264750@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: I've heard rumors that the one of the Kirkland vodka might be made by grey goose.</p> <p><a href="https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oei8K2TYg9s" rel="nofollow">https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oei8K2TYg9s</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264746 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 22:26:19 +0000 gingerbebe 2264746@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>OMG also, how did I forget BOOZE!? Great prices on all of it and we've tried the Kirkland brand wines and they're good! My brother swears by the Kirkland brand vodka - stopped buying Grey Goose. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264742 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 22:14:19 +0000 BSB 2264742@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@gingerbebe: Nice breakdown of things you buy and in what department. I missed a few on my list and your list reminded me.</p> <p>Like sheets and comforters. Luggage, professional kitchen utensils, frozen shrimp, Greek yogurt, printer paper, printer ink, USB flash drives, garage shelving, bag of spinach (if I make my fruit smoothies), laundry detergent, dryer sheets, ziplock bags, trash bags, body wash, q-tips, cereal, chips, pretzels, fruit snacks, gift cards, </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264736 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 21:49:57 +0000 gingerbebe 2264736@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is a recent and very good article on how to use Costco:</p> <p><a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/i-followed-my-mom-around-costco-and-this-is-what-i-learned-222286" rel="nofollow">http://www.thekitchn.com/i-followed-my-mom-around-costco-and-this-is-what-i-learned-222286</a></p> <p>Here's what we usually buy:</p> <p>MEAT</p> <p>-The rotisserie chicken meat that's been pulled off the bone and vacuum packed (its in the refrigerated case next to the rotisserie chicken).</p> <p>- Fresh wild sockeye salmon filets (in season now!)</p> <p>- Columbus brand deli meats.</p> <p>FROZEN</p> <p>- Frozen shrimp<br /> - Frozen spinach and cheese ravioli<br /> - Frozen fruit<br /> - Frozen organic mixed veggies<br /> - Veggie burgers<br /> - Bean, rice, and cheese burritos</p> <p>PRODUCE</p> <p>- Berries<br /> - Baby greens<br /> - The bagged avocados.<br /> - Any other fruit or veggies that look good.</p> <p>BAKERY</p> <p>- Muffins<br /> - Bagels<br /> - The chocolate chip cookies are SO GOOD.</p> <p>DAIRY</p> <p>- Greek yogurt<br /> - Organic eggs</p> <p>HOUSEHOLD</p> <p>- Toilet paper<br /> - Paper towels</p> <p>PANTRY ITEMS</p> <p>- Steelcut oats<br /> - Honey or maple syrup<br /> - Really delicious organic jams<br /> - Nut butters<br /> - Better than Bouillon pastes<br /> - Dried herbs, spices, vanilla extract<br /> - Brown rice<br /> - Canned salmon, tuna, or sardines<br /> - Olive oil<br /> - Coconut oil<br /> - Nuts<br /> - Best price on toasted seaweed<br /> - Canned beans<br /> - Canned tomatoes<br /> - Bars (granola, Larabars, etc).<br /> - Giant bags of chips for a party</p> <p>BREAD</p> <p>- Dave's Killer Bread is to die for<br /> - Cheap price on FlatOut wraps</p> <p>HEALTH AND BEAUTY</p> <p>- Contact solution<br /> - Generic Allegra<br /> - Q-Tips<br /> - Mouthwash<br /> - Melatonin<br /> - Vitamins</p> <p>KITCHENWARE</p> <p>- Best price on Contigo mugs and water bottles<br /> - Their professional grade cooking tools/utensils</p> <p>OPTICAL</p> <p>- Contact lenses (they DO take FSA Debit Cards)<br /> - Sunglasses - the best prices on designer sunnies we've found</p> <p>PHOTO</p> <p>- Cheap Christmas photo cards<br /> - Best price on photo canvases<br /> - Great price on photobooks</p> <p>BABY STUFF</p> <p>- Really cute clothing sets from Carter's and Absorba<br /> - Baby food is Earth's Best purees and really cheap<br /> - Formula is rock bottom cheap</p> <p>CLOTHING</p> <p>- Good prices on 1-piece swimsuits for women<br /> - My husband swears by their no-iron dress shirts<br /> - I love their yoga pants and athletic wear<br /> - Cheap camis and underwear<br /> - Good quality coats/jackets<br /> - Fake Ugg boots - super warm and very cheap!</p> <p>OTHER</p> <p>- Sheets, towels, and bath rugs<br /> - Cushioned kitchen mats<br /> - Their furniture is SUPER cheap and comes around every few months.<br /> - GASOLINE! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264705 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 20:48:02 +0000 lady grey 2264705@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Aidells Chicken Apple Sausage (love!), broccoli, avocados, greek yogurt, organic eggs, olive oil, sometimes steaks </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264503 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 12:42:55 +0000 LomaLinda 2264503@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Paper towels, cottonelle wipes, huggies baby wipes, laundry detergent, spinach or salad mix, frozen mini pizzas, frozen fruit, lunch meat, cheese, bread, bagels, chips &amp; snack foods (I really like the fig bars!), animal crackers (my son LOVES these), the Annie's bunnies variety box, coconut oil, almond butter, cereal &amp; rolled oats for oatmeal (really good prices!), lemonade.... Plus I love their chicken breasts that come in packages of 2, that is super convenient, and you can't beat the rotisserie chicken or take &amp; bake pizza!! (The 5 meat pizza has soooooo much meat on it.. I had to pick a lot off of mine but my husband loved it!)<br /> I used the Kirkland diapers and was very happy with them until I figured out that Luvs were cheaper, and I had previously only used Pampers.<br /> Have fun Costco shopping!!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264501 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 12:36:16 +0000 mrs.kiwi 2264501@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Boopers: good to know I wasn't missing out haha. Yes Kirkland was fine for us size 1-2. With size 3 and up I think Huggies were cheaper on sale ($5 off) but I do remember thinking Huggies were softer than Kirkland. But honestly we r by picky about disposables so y was whatever.</p> <p>Btw besides the size 1-2 krklands I think up and up at target is cheaper than any of costco's... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264499 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 12:33:22 +0000 mrs.kiwi 2264499@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Foodnerd81: yes to coconut water esp when on sale!</p> <p>Yes I do tend to get the no fridge needed items more bc its soo much </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264495 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 12:22:34 +0000 Foodnerd81 2264495@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Kirkland wipes are my favorite. I also like to stock up on coconut water there- I go through a ton of it while I'm pregnant. </p> <p>Produce its hard for us to get through before it goes bad, so keep that in mind. But with things like the spring mix salad, it's cheaper to buy their giant thing and end up throwing out 1/4 of it than buying in the store. </p> <p>I always buy cheese there too. Coffee, Go Go Squeeze apple sauce pouches, bread (comes in a two pack so I use one and freeze the other). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264493 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 12:10:01 +0000 Mrs Green Grass 2264493@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I really like the stuffed bell peppers. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264488 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 11:55:36 +0000 AngelicOne 2264488@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We buy Gatorades, Starbucks Frappuccinos, frozen chicken breasts (individually wrapped which is good for us), Kleenex, toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, clothes and lots of home goods (toaster oven, storage containers, etc). </p> <p>Must get a churro from the cafe too! Thing is like a foot long &amp; only $1. :happy: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264487 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 11:53:58 +0000 tiramisu 2264487@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I buy similar things as PP mentioned and we also use the Kirkland diapers. Previously we used Huggies and the Kirkland diapers are pretty much the same just with a different print. Definitely different from Pampers though, so depends what you prefer. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264486 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 11:46:59 +0000 MrsBrewer 2264486@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Boopers: yep they fit similar to Hugggies. I've never really minded Pampers/Huggies though. I think they've both fit LO well! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264485 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 11:45:16 +0000 Boopers 2264485@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mrs.kiwi: oh I read online that Kirkland diapers were basically Huggies. We didn't like Huggies so I never bothered to buy the Kirkland brand. Do you like the Kirkland brand? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264483 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 11:44:29 +0000 jh524 2264483@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Happygal: I love Kirkland diapers and they are often on sale! The Kirkland baby wipes are the only wipes I use as well!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/what-to-buy-at-costco#post-2264476 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 11:36:50 +0000 MrsBrewer 2264476@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Happygal: we just bought the Kirkland diapers this month (great sale right now!!) and I love them so far! I was normally a Pampers girl before! </p>