One thing that you need when you are trying to save money and run your family on a budget are systems. If you have a smart phone, here are 5 of my Top Apps To Keep Your Life Organized. Google Calendar: One thing that I do on a daily basis is use Google Calendar. […]
This blog post is a partnership with One A Day with Nature’s Medley. However, all opinions are my own. One thing that many families are missing right now is an adequate consumption of fruits and vegetables. Moms know that fruits and vegetables are important for their health and their family’s health, but it isn’t […]
Stress is a killer. It can lead to inflammation throughout your body, triggering the onset of a number of less than dire desirable health conditions. It also attacks your emotions and mind, which can lead to neurological disorders, emotional eating, detachment from friends and family, anxiety and depression. Unfortunately, stress happens to everyone. That means […]
If you’re like me and you have a super busy schedule. You might find these 30 minutes or fewer recipes to be quite handy. Grilled Cheese Sandwich Grilled Pizza Broiled Parmesan-Lemon Tilapia Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwich Thai Steamed Mussels Goat Cheese Arugula Pizza – No Red Sauce! Super BLT Grilled Shrimp […]
When traveling by air, your carry-on bag is all you’ll have while in flight. If there are things that are essential to your travel experience, this is where they can be stored. But, with new security measures in place for airline travel, be aware of the allowed and prohibited items lists for carry-on luggage. […]
What if you get hurt on your vacation? Or worse, what if your child is hurt? Knowing a bit of emergency first aid can definitely calm the situation while keeping you safe. Everyone wants to have a safe trip when they travel on vacation. But, accidents do happen. The best thing you can do […]
Four Tips for Helping Your Children Build a Positive Relationship With Money For most of us, money is a necessary evil. We never seem to have enough, especially since money management is more complex than it ever has been before. From the cash in your wallet to the money in your bank […]
“I could never give up my car.” While becoming a single family may seem daunting or darn near impossible, it’s becoming more and more common for spouses to scale down to one vehicle. Whether by choice or out of necessity, many moms are managing to get by just fine in a single […]
Mattresses Tips To Stay Elevated While Sleeping With Heartburn Heartburn is among the worst things that can wake you up in the middle of your sleep. The burning sensation and chocking acid feeling can be quite unbearable. Good quality sleep is among the things that we must have for healthy living. When we […]
Many of the water-rich foods are high in fiber, but low in calories. Researchers have found that the body senses it is full by the volume of food and not the number of calories consumed. By filling up on water-rich foods first, you end up feeling full, eat less high-calorie foods and in the […]
Chances are, you’ve already caught your precious baby sticking her nose somewhere she shouldn’t. Puppies are mischievous by nature, and sometimes their curiosity can be dangerous to their health and wellbeing. As a pet parent, you want to make sure you’re raising a healthy and happy puppy, so we’ve put together a list of items […]
Many of us complain that our lives aren’t where we want them to be, yet we don’t take any action to change things. Everyone has goals, and a solid plan of action is the only thing between you and your goals. So follow these five steps to get more of what you want out of […]
When you first move into your home it seems like you have so much space. As the years pass, you might find yourself becoming a pack rat. What are you going to do with all the stuff you have accumulated? Perhaps it’s time to weed out the unnecessary items and organize your […]
Toy building blocks come in all shapes and sizes. Cubes, triangles, circles and other shapes are created out of wood, plastic and cloth. These simple and usually inexpensive toy blocks can be found in all of the primary colors, some come with numbers on them, and still others have interlocking tabs. These […]
Many families whose children are struggling in school wonder if homeschooling is a valid option. While these facts about homeschooling may make deciding whether to homeschool a little easier, there is so much to consider before choosing this option. And remember, even though homeschooling is a great option for many families, it isn’t right […]
There is a sense of urgency to understand and practice better and more conscious efforts to recycle anything and everything. Simply put, recycling is the process of collecting, separating and reusing as much as possible the originally manufactured product whenever possible. It can also constitute the evolution of product that can come from the reuse […]
A home with children, whether newborn or toddler, typically experiences a lot of activity and wear and tear. Knowing this, it’s important to choose flooring that is able to withstand the abuse set forth by children in your home. However, what are the best flooring choices for moms? We’ve narrowed it down to our favorite […]
Don’t Let Being Frugal Lead to Insurance Mistakes There are many essential expenses that are at a set or fairly set price. You don’t have much control over them and simply are stuck paying whatever the bill happens to be. However, there are other set expenses that you can have a bit of control over. […]
Moms all over the world often spend the morning frustrated because their children run behind. They know there has to be a better way. Using these sure-fire tips to make your morning routine run smoother, your day can start on a positive note rather than a sour one. Your day will run much smoother if […]
Every now and then, from professional level students to businessmen and working class people, almost everyone requires an essay, a research paper, or some other type of academic writing. Because of the busy schedules, writing an essay, or writing a research paper yourself can be a difficult thing. You don’t want to go through […]
Getting a toddler to sit still can be a near-impossible feat. They’re constantly exploring the world around them. That’s a good thing, but sometimes they need some creative downtime. That’s where toddler crafts come in. Crafting is great for toddlers for a number of reasons. It can help them develop longer attention spans. Most crafts […]
If there is one place on just about every families places to visit list that would have to be Disney. Disneyland or Disney World either one, they are at the top of most children’s list of places to see. Although traveling to Disney is a dream for most.The biggest question is “How are we going […]
Protein makes up the the building blocks of the body and is necessary for good health. Most people get their daily protein from animal sources in the form of meat, dairy or eggs. However, there are many great sources of protein that are plant-based. Here is a list of the best 8. Enjoy! Lentils […]
Watch any television commercial that features family dining and you’ll almost certainly be led to believe that kids sit mute around the table in a stress-free atmosphere while the grown-ups catch up with each other and their day at work. But in reality, after a long day when everyone is tired, harmonious […]
In today’s busy world, work, household chores and social activities all put a strain on your time with your child. But as you well know, it’s imperative that you spend quality time together. It helps strengthen the bond between parent and child, and lets your child know you can be trusted and counted on. Children […]
Some minimalists define this “less is more” practice as owning 100 things or less. Others who enjoy a minimalist lifestyle don’t obey a strict rule that dictates exactly how many items they have, they simply limit the number of virtual and physical possessions they obtain, and practice this ideology on an ongoing basis. However you […]
Singing is well known to lower stress and boost mood, and many of us sing to our children in hopes of seeing that wonderful smile on their little face. But is there any major benefit in singing to our children? The short answer is yes, singing to your child can help them develop even before […]
Confidence is a crucial part of our lives; as children and adults. Without it, we are left with a low self-esteem; feelings of unworthiness; and vulnerable to the pitfalls life sometimes doles out. Confident parents = confident children and this, above all else, is the very foundation which will determine the future success or […]
The children are running around the kitchen. The dog is barking at the door and dinner should have been on the table thirty minutes ago. It’s a common scenario in many households come dinner time. The reason that most meal times don’t always go smoothly may be because dinner is the last thing on […]
Having kids calls for a busy, hectic lifestyle. When your children are very small, it seems you are changing diapers every few minutes. When they are bigger, you are running them here and there, acting as their personal taxi service. At home and at work, children make for very little free time for parents. Even […]