Sell. Buy. Repeat.
We know you want the best for your family: quality, value, and kids stuff that is safe. Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used kids clothing, toys and baby gear offering you the opportunity to recycle your children’s nearly new items and get paid on the spot. You can rest assured that products found in your neighborhood store meet current safety standards and have not been recalled. Check out what we’re looking to buy, visit your nearest location,and turn those items into cash or trade them in for things you need now!
Did you know that Once Upon A Child is the largest kids resale franchise in North America and that all of our stores are individually owned and operated? In fact, we out number our closest franchise competitor 3 to 1! Most of our franchisees are moms or dads who were customers first and have now made a career bringing this unique retail store to their community. There are lots of markets available for this recession-proof business opportunity. Read more.
Latest Family News
Looking for the perfect baby name?
Posted On May, 14, 2012
Preparing for the birth of a child involves much more than purchasing new or used baby furniture, clothing and gear.
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Heidi Klum launches kids' product line
Posted On May, 10, 2012
Model, fashion icon, reality TV host and mother of four Heidi Klum, has now become the latest celebrity to make the move into the world of baby and child products as well.
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Expenses multiply with multiples
Posted On May, 8, 2012
Kids can be expensive. Author of the popular book Baby Bargains, Dr. Alan Fields, estimates parents will spend an average of about $7,000 before a baby's arrival and within the first year.
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Leanna Illinois
I loved shopping so much at OUAC that I was hired at Chicago Ridge, IL location. I had to leave to be a stay at home mom, but I still shop there. I love Orland Park, IL new location. It's much much bigger and gives so many options to buy. Bigger aisles means bigger selections and more time I'll spend looking! (My son's outfit in my picture was bought at OUAC for only $4.50 on the whole outfit! I love bag sales!
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Our Mission
Once Upon A Child will provide a fun and convenient way to buy and sell new and gently used kids stuff focusing on quality, safety and value.