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Recess: Buy & Sell Baby and Kids Stuff
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Welcome to your guide to Recess:
Welcome to your guide to Recess—your go-to for how to buy, sell, and show up in our community.

We built Recess so parents can help parents: to find great gear, re-home what you're no longer using, and have real conversations about the things that make family life a little easier.
How to Buy
Shopping on Recess is easy:

  1. Browse or search for what you need.
  2. Message the seller to ask questions or confirm details (in-app only). On web, you can make a purchase but can't message.
  3. Check out safely in-app—no off-platform payments.
  4. Mark as received once your item arrives.
How to Sell
Give your gear a second life—and earn cash while doing it.

  1. Create a listing with a few clear photos and a short, honest description.
  2. Choose how you want to fulfill: shipping, local pickup, or both.
  3. When it sells, arrange shipping or coordinate pickup with the buyer.
  4. Get paid after the order is completed.

Shipping labels: Recess doesn't provide shipping labels (yet!). Sellers must provide a shipping price before listing a product.
Selling Fee
It's always free to list on Recess.

There isn't a selling fee. However, the seller covers the payment processing fee.
Shipping
Recess does not provide prepaid shipping labels.

Buyers and sellers are responsible for negotiating shipping terms directly—including cost, carrier choice, packaging, and delivery timelines. Communicate clearly in the message thread so expectations are aligned.
Quick Answers
Do you provide shipping labels? No. All shipping is arranged independently between buyer and seller.

Is there a selling fee? No, there isn't a selling fee. However, the seller covers the payment processing fee.

Can I do local pickup? Absolutely. Just select Local Pickup when creating your listing.

What if something goes wrong? Reach out to support@therecess.app and we'll help resolve it quickly.
Comments on Marketplace Items (coming soon!)
Soon you'll be able to comment directly on listing to ask questions, share real-life feedback, or recommend alternatives.

Keep it helpful and kind. Recess is parent-to-parent, not customer-service-to-customer.
The Recess Culture Code
Community is what makes Recess different from a standard marketplace. Here's how we show up:

  • Be kind. Parenting's hard enough—we're here to make it easier.
  • Be honest. Describe items accurately and price them fairly.
  • Be helpful. Reply promptly and share what you know.
  • Keep it clean. Relevant, respectful, and family-friendly only.

When in doubt: lead with empathy.
Need More Details?
For in-depth info on shipping, payments, timing, and policies, head to our Full FAQs.