This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. In your wildest dreams, can you believe that it’s time for back-to-school season already? Back-to-school season has a way of panicking parents because it means one thing, spending money! Being a mom to five kids means that I have to get really particular with how we spend our back-to-school budget. Here is how we save money on back-to-school. Focus on the items you know you’ll need Every parent is waiting on that back-to-school list so they can start shopping. However, you know that your child is going to need specifics. Some of those specifics are pencils, glue, crayons, and markers. You don’t have to wait for these to go on sale, you can start shopping for … [Read more...]
Online Money Saving Tips You Need to Know
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Ebates for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. Shopping online is something most people do these days. You can get online and shop for what you need and it’ll be at your house in two days or less. Just because you’re shopping online, it doesn’t mean you’re always getting the best deal. Here are online money-saving tips you need to know! For example, using Ebates to help you save money when you shop online. Of course, you’ll want to look for the best price, free shipping, and their return policy, but keep reading to get the down-low on these tips. #1. Look around for the best price Just because one website has the product you want to be listed, it doesn’t mean you can’t find it somewhere else cheaper. Always look … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Get the Best Car Insurance for You
This is a sponsored post via Allstate. Regardless all opinions remain my own and I only recommend products I believe in. Car insurance is one of those things you need in life, it’s not something you want to skimp on. When you’re looking at the best car insurance for yourself, there are some things to consider. #1. Make sure it’s affordable - You don’t want to be house poor from your car insurance. The best kind of car insurance is one you can afford. The cost of car insurance depends on many factors, even including the make and model of your car, your driving record, age, where you live and more. #2. Think about deductible and limits – The deductibles and limits you choose affect the cost of your policy. Limits are the highest amount your insurance will pay after a covered … [Read more...]
4 Reasons to Drink More Coffee
As a mom of five, you already know I drink a lot of coffee. I try to drink a few cups before the kids even wake up in the morning. It’s rare that I get a couple of cups in though before they’re all awake. If you’re not a coffee drinker, there are some reasons you should be drinking coffee. Once I heard there were actual benefits to drinking coffee, besides staying awake as a parent, I was on board even more! 4 Reasons to Drink More Coffee #1. Coffee can help you burn fat Yup, if you feel like you have fat to lose, then you’re in luck. Considering coffee can aid you in getting rid of some fat, we all have nothing to lose. In fact, there are even studies to back this up! #2. There are nutrients in coffee What you put in your body should be good for you, which is why you’ll be happy … [Read more...]
Why You Need to Take Safe Web Surfing Seriously
This is a sponsored post between Allstate and The Frugal Navy Wife. All opinions remain my own. Trying to keep ourselves and families safe on the web can feel like a full-time job The Internet can be full of a bunch of stuff that no one wants to get involved in. That’s why it’s important to be aware of your hidden world of data. It’s important to protect your online life and be aware of your digital footprint. Watch your kids The Internet is too diverse for us to expect too much out of our kids. It’s our responsibility as parents to watch our kids on the Internet. While you don’t have to look right over their shoulders, there are some things you should be doing. Monitoring their messages and social media daily. Checking to see what apps they’re downloading and make … [Read more...]
How to Teach Your Son to Shave
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Gillette at Walmart. The opinions and text are all mine. Father's Day is quickly approaching and nothing says father and son like learning to shave together. Teaching my son to shave has always been something my husband has wanted to do. All my kids watch my husband as he shaves! It's so fun to see them look up to him. If you're teaching your son to shave for the first time, here are some tips to keep in mind. Make sure the time is right When it comes to teaching your son to shave, you want to make sure the time is right. You don't want to teach him to shave when he's too little or when he's too old. The right age is everything! Keep this in mind when you decide it's time to teach your son to shave. Have … [Read more...]
Perks of Washing Laundry in Cold Water
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tide at Walmart. The opinions and text are all mine. If you're not washing your laundry in cold water, you're missing out. You may be nervous about washing your laundry in cold water because you're not sure of the outcome. In fact, your whole life you've used warm water to wash your clothes. Well, this year will be the year of great change because washing your laundry in cold water is a smart move! Here are the perks of washing your laundry in cold water. #1. You'll be saving the earth. Believe it or not, but there is more that you can do to help save our earth. One of those tasks is by washing your laundry in cold water. In fact, there's an 80% reduction in energy use when using the quick & cold vs. … [Read more...]
How Military Families Can Get Support
This is a sponsored post between P&G and their Start Strong, Stay Strong program and The Frugal Navy Wife. Regardless I only promote companies and products I believe in. When a family is a military family, they need a little more support than the average family. Oftentimes, there are long hours involved in military life and a spouse can be gone for 6-12 months at a time, sometimes longer. It’s important military families get the support they need. Here are some ideas to get support when you need it, military families. Let people know how they can help you At the end of the day, no one can know how to support you if you don’t let them know. When someone asks what they can do to help, don’t just brush them off. Let people know specifically how they can help! You wouldn’t … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Tips and Help for Military Moms
This post is sponsored by Milk n Mamas Baby all opinions and personal stories are my own! When I had my first kid almost 10 years ago I wanted to breastfeed. I was a new mom of 22 one of the first to have kids among my friends. I was miles away from home and gave birth on a military base. They didn’t have the programs they do now, the lactation consultant I had wasn’t very nice and not very helpful. I knew NOTHING about breastfeeding tips that I should have. A week after my son was born my husband was given a 10 day notice to deploy for at least 6 months maybe more. I didn’t know then WHY my milk supply dried up but I know now a combination of lack of knowledge and stress caused it. Back then they didn’t have companies like Milk n Mamas Baby to help! Breastfeeding Tips and Helps … [Read more...]
Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Finances
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Who isn’t excited to say hello to spring and goodbye to winter? Along with the changing of seasons, we need to evaluate every part of our lives. It’s important to even spend some time spring cleaning your finances. If your finances are a hot mess or you just want a change, you need these tips in your life. Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Finances Look at your budget The first stop in spring cleaning finances should always be your budget. Your budget shows you what is coming in and what is going out. It shows you where you're spending too much money and where you can halt spending. This spring, make your budget the first place you look to make improvements. Cut back on … [Read more...]