Like many parents, I quit my job to take care of my refluxer at a time when her medical expenses were high. Needless to say, this combination of factors put a huge strain on the family budget. On top of co-pays for office visits and prescriptions, there were many out-of-pocket expenses such as wedges, formula and supplies.
While these ideas may not be equivalent to a paycheck, every little bit helps! Here are my tips for saving money on medical expenses:
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