Once Upon A Child in Calgary is a popular destination for families seeking gently used kids’ clothing, shoes, toys, baby equipment, and children's books. They buy and sell items in all seasons and sizes from newborn up to 16, offering trendy kids’ stuff at prices up to 70% off retail. Customers appreciate the wide selection, especially for younger children, and find it easy to sell their items, often receiving around $1–$2 per piece. The store operates without appointments, paying cash on the same day for accepted items, making it convenient for families to clear out clothes and toys. The staff are known for their helpfulness and providing a pleasant shopping experience. The store is well-organized, which helps customers find what they need quickly. However, some find the store cramped when busy, and selling items requires pristine or near-new condition, with a few items sometimes being passed over if similar styles are already stocked. Overall, Once Upon A Child is considered a reliable spot for good prices and a great selection of kids’ items, as well as an easy place to sell outgrown clothing and toys.
Having 6 or 7 staff on shift and only one person on the till and doing pickups is wild. It took a really long time to be rung through and there were 5 other people in line.
June 2026
They grow so fast you need clothes every 3 months. So why buy brand spanking new clothes when they've got as good as new here for a quarter of the price. This
June 2026
We love once upon a child always such great finds and deal thx 🥰🫶🙂
