Once Upon a Child

We buy and sell gently used clothes, toys, & equipment

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How It Works

Step 1 Bring in your gently used children's clothing, toys and baby equipment.
Step 1 While you check out the great kids stuff in the store, the buyer will review your items.
Step 1 The buyer will select and make an offer on the items that meet current style, safety and condition standards, as well as store's current stock levels.
Step 1 Once you accept the offer, you’ll be on your way with some extra money, some great new stuff for your kids, or both!

At Once Upon A Child you'll find a huge selection of gently used kids clothing, toys, furniture and equipment at up to 70% off retail! We're not your typical secondhand store. The items that we buy and sell are next to new, good quality, clean and have been checked for safety standards.


No appointment necessary - we buy every day and will pay you on the spot! Check with your local store for additional details.


Click here to view examples of the kind items our stores are buying most.

Selling Tips

  • In order for us to offer the latest and greatest in styles at value prices, clothing and accessories must be purchased within the last five years.
  • Equipment and toys must meet current safety standards and include all parts. Not sure if your item qualifies? Bring it in and we’ll check it out!
  • Check out our what we buy page to see what types of items we buy and sell, we know we buy items you have not even thought of!
  • Be sure your apparel items are freshly laundered and in good condition – no stains, fading, or excessive wear.
  • Clean toys and equipment sell best.
  • It is most efficient for us to review items folded neatly in a box, bin or tote. Please, no hangers or garbage bags.
  • It’s always a good idea to call us to find out about what we buy.   
What We're Buying

This Once Upon A Child location buys all day everyday on a first come, first serve basis.   We will give you an estimated time on how long it will take us to go through your items.  We pay you the same day for items we accept.  We do not hold items overnight for your security.  Any items remaining overnight will be discarded.  

TOP 5 THINGS WE NEED NOW!
1,TOYS
2. SPRING AND SUMMER APPAREL
 3. YOUTH APPAREL
4.  SHOES
5. BABY EQUIPMENT


And Thank you for being our loyal customer!

The Staff and Management of
Once Upon A Child
Wilmington, North Carolina