Mom Tips
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How To Create a Cleaning Schedule that Works for YOU!
Keeping your house clean is one of the most tedious and daunting tasks if you ask me. My husband is a neat freak – he can’t stand if anything is out of place. I on the other hand can handle a little bit of clutter and disorganization as long as my closets, drawers and shelves are organized. For me this is because if the interior of the home is clean than I can put the stuff away organized that maybe cluttering up the house. My husband on the other hand is totally opposite he would rather cram everything away where no one can see it so that the house “looks”…
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How to Prepare for the Holidays and Survive Holiday Debt
The Holidays are full of fun, great memories, excitement and unfortunately often times debt. Here are a few helpful hints for preparing your bank account for the upcoming Holiday spending and surviving the Holiday Debt. 1. Sell, Consign or Trash It Earn some extra Holiday spending money by getting rid of items you no longer need, want or are simply cluttering your home. Sell your larger items on local Trade Groups, Craigslist or have a garage sale. Your kids outgrown clothing or clothing that no longer fits your “style” can be sold at a local consignment store or sale it online at ThredUp. Phones, tablets and laptops that no longer…
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10 Family Friendly Fun Fall Activities
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Car Seat Safety Tips
These awesome Car Seat Safety Tips were brought to you by the experts at Safety 1st Did you know that September 14-20 is Child Passenger Safety Week. National Seat Check is this week on Saturday September 20th. Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children 1 to 13 years old, and often times deaths and injuries can be prevented by proper use of child restraints and seat belts. Get your child’s car seat checked on September 20th and put your mind at ease with the knowledge that your child’s car seat will keep your child safe! Go HERE to find a car seat check location near you. Importance of Rear Facing…
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5 Things you should NEVER say to a mom of a “big” family
As a mom of four kids, I don’t feel like I have a “big” family by any means. I am not overwhelmed. I am not begging for a help…I am simply enjoying life. I have been blessed with four absolutely beautiful and well behaved kids. Each one of them is unique in their behaviorism’s (both good and bad), their likes/dislikes and how they express themselves. However, each and every one of my kids was perfectly and wonderfully made in the Lords image. I can’t tell you how many times I have been out grocery shopping or even just playing with the kids and I get asked all sorts of questions.…
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5 Reasons You Should Eat Chocolate Guilt Free
Eat chocolate guilt free from this day forward! A chocolate a day keeps the crazy mom away! Chocolate not only keeps women (me) sane. It actually has health benefits. I have included 5 reasons chocolate is actually good for you. Even if you are trying to lose weight you may find that eating a few bites of chocolate each week will actually only benefit your weight loss! So let go of that guilt and let yourself indulge (in moderation)!!! Did you know that Chocolate… Fills You Up: Dark chocolate is rich in fiber. So it will fill you up and decrease your hunger and cravings. Makes Your Heart Healthier: Research as…
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10 Life Hacks to Save Money on Utilities!
Life is just plain expensive. I hate that everything seems to evolve around money, and there never seems to be enough to go around. I try very hard to live economically not spend extravagantly on things we don’t need and save wherever I can. Here is a list of 10 simple lifestyle hacks you can do to save money on your utilities. 1. Set it and leave it Research has shown that when you set your thermostat and leave it alone your energy bill will decrease. So that means setting your house temperatures for the winter and summer at a bearable temperature and not playing with it throughout the day.…
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Rainy Day Activities for Kids
Rainy days can be a bummer, especially when you have children. You can’t send your kids outside to play on these days, even when they’re driving you nuts! Since going outside is out of the question, you need to find a way to keep your kids entertained inside. These different activities are perfect for staying inside on those rainy days. Rainy Day Activities Colorful Cling Wrap Faux Stained Glass ~Two Kids & A Coupon Newspaper Shirts – An Easy, Fun and Silly Craft Project ~Jinxy Kids Plastic Spoon Craft: Bugs on a Branch ~Crafts By Amanda Dr. Seuss Coloring Pages {Free Printables} ~Country Chic Cottage Kool-Aid Playdough ~Mom vs. The…
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5 Tips for Saving on Back to School Supplies
With four kids in the house I know the pain of shopping for back to school supplies, clothes, shoe’s…the works. It is not cheap, and there is no way around having to pay for the supplies you need. However, I have a few awesome tips that could save you hundreds. Make a list: As soon as you can get your hands on a back to school supply list for each of your kids grades, start writing up a general MASTER list of total supplies needed. This way when you are out shopping or looking for deals you don’t miss out on the total number of pencils, scissors, crayons, etc you need.…
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Measurements Conversion Guide (Converting cups to oz, Tbsp, tsp and ml)
Baking and cooking is something I have always enjoyed. However, there have been several times when trying a new recipe, the measurements are listed in a form I do not have. So I have compiled this conversion chart to make figuring out the perfect measurements easier! Print this Measurement Conversion Guide and keep it handy for your next baking/cooking project! IMPORTANT: Make sure to join The Budget Bandit Best Deals and Freebies Exclusive Facebook Group so you never miss a HOT deal!
