This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Green Dot. All opinions are 100% mine. Have your kids ever looked at you and wanted you to buy them something? With five kids, it’s important that I teach my kids how to manage their money. However, before I can teach them, it’s important that I have every aspect of our finances figured out. If you’re looking for a way to manage your money in a simpler way, these tips are for you! The other day, we were shopping, and my daughter wanted me to buy her something. I had to explain to her that we were grocery shopping and not toy shopping. I cannot say that went over well, but she’s learning. Here are some things we’re learning as a family. Budgeting is super important I don’t my kids to ever think that you can just go to the store … [Read more...]
Luvs is Perfect for Our Family Budget
This is a sponsored conversation between Luvs and The Frugal Navy Wife. All opinions remain my own, regardless I only promote products that I 100% believe in. Do you know what I love? Saving money! I love saving money, so that our family can have money for other things. You know, more fun things than spending money on diapers. Let’s be honest, diapers are for one thing and one thing only. It’s important that they are affordable, but we also want our kids to be comfortable and for the diapers to work well. After having 5 kids, I can tell you that Luvs is perfect for our family budget. Just the right price Something you need to know about Luvs diapers is that they are just the right price. If we can afford them, as a family of seven, then anyone out there can. They even have … [Read more...]
Tips for Getting Your Finances in Order in 2018
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. The New Year is here and I couldn’t be more excited. My husband and I have a “business meeting” every year to decide what we will do with our finances in the upcoming year. Well, this year is here and I’m excited about the changes we’ll be making in 2018. For everyone else who is trying to get their finances in order for 2018, here are some tips to get you started. #1. Take advantage of Travel Notifications. I love Navy Federal Credit Union for watching purchases on my account. I had my debit card stolen once and they notified me because there were purchases at a Washington state gas station when the night before I just purchased groceries in Maryland. The flip side … [Read more...]
Snacking Tips for On the Go + HOT Coupon!
This is sponsored post between Savings.com and The Frugal Navy Wife. All opinions remain my own. My family is on the go a lot. Whether traveling or checking out the latest museum on a homeschool trip, we love to explore and be on the go. Now, snacking on the go can be a bit tricky, when you have five kids and two hungry parents. Here are a few snacking tips for on the go. Pack plenty for everyone There is nothing I dislike more than trying to ration out snacks. If I do my job correctly, I can pack enough snacks to keep everyone happy, the entire time. Truth is, if I don’t pack enough snacks, usually I’m the one to go without. Yeah, I don’t like it when that happens. Mom and dad both like their snacks too, especially when we know it will be a while before we eat a full … [Read more...]
Smart Tips for Holiday Shopping
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Navy Federal Credit Union. All opinions are 100% mine. Shopping for the holidays is amongst us. All of us are looking for ways to save money on everything we need to buy. When it comes to spending money, it’s best to get the best deal possible. Don’t just go out there and pay full price for items. Instead, check out these smart tips for holiday shopping. Create a budget for your spending In my opinion, it’s always best to have a budget in place. My household uses a budget for everything, but especially for the holidays. By creating a budget, you are telling your money where to go. Don’t go crazy on spending According to a kids and money survey, 57% of parents said they spend too much money on items their kids don’t … [Read more...]
What I’m “‘Luv”’ing Lately
What I’m “‘Luv”’ing Lately This is a sponsored conversation between Luvs and The Frugal Navy Wife. All opinions remain my own and I only recommend products I 100% believe in. Have you ever loved a product so much, you wanted to share the good news? That’s how I feel about Luvs. I have used them for all five of my children and I can say that there will be no going back. Here is why I “luv” Luvs, and why you should consider making the switch! Affordability The first thing that made me make the switch to Luvs is the affordability. To be able to afford quality diapers and not break the bank was a huge deal. Luvs is a diaper brand you can buy and not feel like you spend your whole paycheck on diapers, and as a mom to five – that’s a huge savings! … [Read more...]
How to Save Time & Money with RetailMeNot This Holiday Season
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of RetailMeNot. All opinions are 100% mine. The holidays are finally here, but this means finances have the potential to be stressful and tight. Year after year, it can be stressful to figure out how to provide financially for the holidays. I am getting smart this year and using RetailMeNot. You may be wondering how you can save a ton of money, using RetailMeNot, so stay tuned! Take advantage of discount e-gift cards You know, I don’t like paying full price for anything, which is why I always take advantage of the discount e-gift cards they have available. I purchase them myself and then go shopping with them. You can’t argue with spending less for Christmas, but getting more for the people you love. Grab those cash back … [Read more...]
How to Smile More this Holiday Season
This post is a sponsored conversation between The Frugal Navy Wife and Crest. All opinions remain 100% my own. In a rush to make everyone happy this holiday season, we forget something super important and that is to smile. Smiling is what makes the holiday season worth going through. For all of those who are busy rushing around, don’t forget to find time to smile. Don’t know how to smile more this holiday season? Let me show you! ALSO! Keep reading for a deal on the Value 2 Pack Crest 3D White Radiant Mint Toothpaste that will run from 12/17-12/19! Slow down a little The holidays are a bit of a rush, but that doesn’t mean you can’t slow down and enjoy the season a little more. When you slow down, you can enjoy things a little more. Enjoy making cookies with your … [Read more...]
How to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays on a Budget
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Dollar General. All opinions are 100% mine. I received compensation for this blog. How to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays on a Budget The holidays are a great time to decorate your home. The great thing about decorating in today’s world is that you can do it in style and on a budget. You don’t have to spend your whole Christmas budget decorating your home. There are ways you can decorate your home for the holidays on a budget. Grab a few candles One of my favorite ways to decorate for the holiday season, on a budget, is by buying candles. Candles are inexpensive, but they look nice, especially around the holidays and also offers wonderful scents of the season. You can use battery operated candles too, so you know … [Read more...]
Expert Tips for Decorating on a Budget
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of CORT for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you ever wanted to decorate your home, but weren’t sure how? It can be even harder when you’re on a budget. So, for those of us who want to decorate our homes, but are on a budget, here is how you get it done. I used to be nervous about budgeting and decorating, but now it’s not a problem. Set a budget for yourself First, let’s all admit that there is nothing wrong with a budget. A budget means that you can spend without worrying about overspending. A budget is perfect for someone who wants to decorate their home. Some people look at budgeting as a bad thing, but I look at it as a good thing. It’s like you’re telling your money where to go, instead of just blowing it on … [Read more...]