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Frugal Summer Fun: Have Fun, Save Money!

June 21, 2019 by Amanda 1 Comment

Are you looking for fun activities to keep your family happy this summer that won't break the bank? This post includes over 40 frugal summer fun activities, from water and outdoor play, to low cost outings and more! Whether you're home with the kids all summer or jut looking for fun ways to spend the weekend, these ideas will have you building wonderful family memories while saving money!

May contain affiliate links. See my disclosure page for more information. Summer is here! Raise your hand if you’re excited! While I’m not a fan of the heat and humidity, I still love summer. The bar-b-ques, the beach, pool time, vacations….I can get through the heat to enjoy all of that. Another nice thing about summer […]

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Save Money on Kids: Easy Tips to Save Big!

June 12, 2019 by Amanda 5 Comments

Kids are expensive. And while their are tons of tips to save money on babies, there are far fewer to save money on kids. Parents, use these money saving tips to get your budget back in control. #savemoney #savemoneyonkids #parentingtips

May contain affiliate links. See my disclosure page for more information. Kids are expensive, no doubt about it. From diapers and toys, to keeping them fed, clothed, and happy, the expenses really add up. There are tons of articles for expecting moms and dads on how to save money on babies (including my own!) but far […]

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Getting Kids to Eat Vegetables: My Super Sneaky Trick

May 31, 2019 by Amanda 3 Comments

Picky Eater? Trying this simple #parentinghack for getting kids to eat vegetables! #pickyeater #gettingkidstoeatvegetables

May contain affiliate links. See my disclosure page for more information. As parents, we want the best for our kids. We want them to be happy and healthy. So it’s worrisome when we have a picky eater. Are they eating enough to support health and growth? Are they getting the proper nutrition? My first child […]

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How to Survive a Wiggly Baby (or Toddler)

March 31, 2019 by Amanda 3 Comments

It's a workout to change a wiggly baby (or toddler) or get him into a car seat. Use these tricks to distract your child and save your sanity. #baby #toddler #parentinghacks

May contain affiliate links. See my disclosure page for more information. There’s a common refrain I hear for my kids’ grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives: “I’ve never seen such a wiggly baby!” Or… “Those boys sure are busy!” Or… “What active little boys you have!” Yeah, I know. And while I would prefer them to be […]

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Indoor Preschool Activities: Recipe for Success!

March 6, 2019 by Amanda 5 Comments

#Parenting can be stressful, which is why you need an arsenal of fun, low-prep #preschool and #toddleractivities in your back pocket to whip out a moment's notice. Bad weather, sick kids, and cabin fever are no match for these indoor preschool activities. Set yourself up for success by always keeping these items on hand. Many of them you probably already have in your home, and the others can usually be purchased at the dollar store! #rainydayactivities #kidsactivities #kidsartprojects #preschoolactivities #frugalfun

May contain affiliate links. See my disclosure page for more information. Once I allowed my kids screen time, it didn’t take me long to realize that I needed some structured activities during the day. Otherwise, they would be perfectly happy to sit in front of the TV for hours at a time. While I have no problem […]

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