Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about Selling to us
Do I need an appointment to sell?
Do I need an appointment to sell?
- No, we help customers who sell to us on a first come first serve basis.
When can I bring my items in to sell?
When can I bring my items in to sell?
Monday - Saturday
- 10AM-6PM
- Open until 8 for pickups and shopping.
Sunday
- 11AM-5PM
- Open until 6 for pickups and shopping.
How much stuff can I bring in to sell?
How much stuff can I bring in to sell?
We accept 1 container of items in up to a 25 gallon storage bin or 13 gallon trash bag. Larger items like equipment are not limited.
What sizes of clothing do you buy?
What sizes of clothing do you buy?
- Children's clothing we purchase preemie to size 16.
- Maternity clothing we purchase sizes XS to 3XL
- Styles must be 4 years or newer.
Do you buy off-season items?
Do you buy off-season items?
- We may however we are very selective, because these items will need to be stored.
How long will it take to go through my items?
How long will it take to go through my items?
- This depends on the amount of items you bring in and the number of drop-offs before you. If you tell us you plan to leave we will send you a text letting you know you have dropped off and a final text when your drop-off is complete. Items must be picked up within 48 hours from the completed text to avoid receiving the cash offer as store credit and all items being donated.
Do I have to wait for my items to sell to be paid?
Do I have to wait for my items to sell to be paid?
- No, we are a resale store, not consignment. You will receive payment same day with no hidden seller's fees.
What do you pay for items?
What do you pay for items?
- We pay 30-50% cash of our price or 10% more in store credit. We pay up to $100 in cash, higher amounts are issued as a check.
- If you choose credit, there is no expiration and credit can be used immediately. Store credit can not be converted back into cash.
Can you give a quote for my item over the phone or from a picture over the internet?
Can you give a quote for my item over the phone or from a picture over the internet?
- No, we are only able to give quotes in person after inspecting your item.
Do you buy toys and baby equipment?
Do you buy toys and baby equipment?
- Yes, these items must be clean, have all pieces, and in working condition. Batteries must be included.
Do you pay cash?
Do you pay cash?
- Yes, we pay up to $100 in cash. Higher amounts will be issued a check.
Can you donate the items that you were not able to buy?
Can you donate the items that you were not able to buy?
- No, we lack the space to offer this service.
Questions about buying from us
Are the products sold on your website new or pre-loved?
Are the products sold on your website new or pre-loved?
- All products sold on our website should be considered gently used unless otherwise noted.
If I purchase online can I pickup in-store for free?
If I purchase online can I pickup in-store for free?
- Yes. Currently FREE in-store pickup is offered from both of our locations.
- Items purchased from our Ankeny, Iowa Store location from website https://menmommytobeiowa.com/ will be available to pick up from our Ankeny, Iowa location.
- Items purchased from https://me-n-mommytobe.com/ will be available from the Las Vegas, Nevada Store location.
- Either way your purchase must be picked up within 48 hours of purchase.
- Customers who live outside of these areas are welcome to purchase items online then have them shipped directly to your door for the shipping carriers shipping cost.
How long does it take to have my purchase shipped?
How long does it take to have my purchase shipped?
- Orders are fulfilled on a first in, first shipped basis. 99% of all orders are shipped out from the Me 'n Mommy To Be shipping center within 24 hours of purchase.
- Once shipped, shipping time is based on the carrier and shipping delivery time you select at checkout.
How do I know when my order has shipped?
How do I know when my order has shipped?
- The moment your order is shipped you will receive tracking information sent either directly to your phone by text or by email. You select at checkout how you wish to receive these notifications.
- In addition you can check anytime after you have your tracking number by just clicking your text or email and see updates in real time from the shipping carrier.
Are all of your products sold in-stores also sold online?
Are all of your products sold in-stores also sold online?
- No, not even close. Due to the nature of our business and nearly all products we sell being one of kind items, all our products are not listed online.
- While there are only hundreds of items to choose from on our online store there are over 25,000 products for sale in each of our store locations.
- In addition some products you see online may not be available for purchase in-store and may only be available for purchase through our website.