Stockpiling: Part 1 – Getting Organized
Welcome to Part 1 of our four-part series on how to stockpile effectively in 2025! If you’re still watching reruns of Extreme Couponing and hoping to walk out of the store with a cart full of freebies, I hate to break it to you—but those days are long gone. With digital coupons and stricter policies in place to prevent fraud, today’s couponing game is all about strategy and organization. If you’re looking to save money on groceries, build a stockpile on a budget, and make the most of digital coupons, you’re in the right place. Before you dive into stockpiling and couponing, take a moment to set yourself up for success. Pantry organization is the foundation of smart stockpiling, so let’s start by getting everything in order!
Step 1: Clean and Take Inventory
Go through your pantry, fridge, and freezer—toss out anything expired and take inventory of what you already have. This step is essential because it helps you:
Identify what you actually use and need more of
Avoid overbuying and wasting food
Make room for new stockpile items
Momslifeboat Picks for Organization:
Pantry Organizers – Keep your shelves neat with these stackable storage bins.
Label Maker – Stay on top of expiration dates with this easy-to-use label maker.
Food Storage Containers – Preserve bulk goods with these airtight storage containers.
Shelf Risers – Maximize space with these pantry shelf risers.
Step 2: Set Up Your Storage Space
Once you know what you have, it’s time to make space for what you’ll be adding. Whether it’s a dedicated pantry, shelves in the garage, or under-bed storage for dry goods, having an organized system will make stockpiling food efficient and stress-free.
Momslifeboat Picks for Storage Solutions:
Heavy-Duty Shelving Units – Perfect for garage or basement storage, check out this sturdy shelving system.
Vacuum Sealer – Keep bulk meats and frozen foods fresh longer with this top-rated vacuum sealer.
Under-Bed Storage Containers – Ideal for small spaces, try these rolling storage bins.
Step 3: Track What You Use
For the next couple of weeks, pay attention to what your family consumes daily. This will help you determine how much you actually need to stockpile groceries and household essentials—something we’ll cover in detail in Part 2: Calculating Your Stockpile Needs.
Momslifeboat Picks for Tracking Your Stockpile:
Amazon Echo Device – Perfect for tracking your stockpile! When you run out of an item, just tell Alexa to add it to your shopping list. Check out this Amazon Echo.
Dry-Erase Board – Keep a running list of what needs replenishing with this magnetic dry-erase board.
- Stockpile Tracking Sheet – Stay organized with free printable.
Coming Next: Part 2 – Calculating Your Stockpile Needs
In the next installment, we’ll break down how to figure out exactly how much food and household essentials you need to stockpile, ensuring you’re prepared without overloading your space.
Stay tuned for Part 2: How to Calculate Your Stockpile Needs, and happy organizing!
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I’ve learned this one the hard way….I’ve always considered myself to be fairly organized, but have on a few occasions, I’ve went through my stockpile and realized I had let a bunch of things expire. I hate it when that happens…such a waste. Knowing what you have on hand is so important.