Are you buying your kids cheap clothes and then listening to them complain about the style of the clothes? Are those same clothes falling apart after just a few months? Buying cheap kids clothing doesn't always mean you are getting quality clothes. But what if you could get deals on quality kids clothing and your kids loved the style of them? Keep reading! How I Save Money and Treat My Kids with Stylish Clothing I want to share with you Fabkids. This is where I can save money on my kid's clothes but still get quality clothes that they love! So I recently signed up for their VIP program. It's super easy! I joined with a profile for my oldest daughter because I figure with the great quality of clothes they will get handed down to my other 2 girls saving me, even more, money. You … [Read more...]
Mix & Match Target Patriotic Clothing
Well, Memorial Day has come and gone and next up is July 4th, Labor Day, and Veteran's Day. All of which use patriotic colors. I love dressing my kids up for these events and really all summer long. I have this adorable romper I bought for my oldest daughter that my youngest is now wearing and it's one of my favorites. Patriotic clothing isn't just for kids ya know. Us adults can take part in it and we can do it with everyday clothes. White and blue are scattered throughout my wardrobe I just need to mix some red in. So while browsing Target I saw some of the cutest clothes and put together this mix and match outfit set. Mix & Match Target Patriotic Clothing Don't forget you can save even more money on this outfit set by using the places you can normally score Free Amazon Gift … [Read more...]
Fitbit Rewards – 10 Ways to Make Money with FitBit (and Other Activity Trackers)
I love my steps counter; I like knowing how far I've walked or how many flights of stairs I have climbed. It helps keep me in check with my weight loss goal. Did you know you can combine your weight loss and how to make money online goals? Yep, there are so many Fitbit rewards out there. You can make money with Fitbit and other activity trackers. It's true. Read on to find out who is paying you to be active. Fitbit Rewards - 10 Ways to Make Money with Your FitBit (and Other Activity Trackers) Something to remember, you will not get rich quick with these sites. They are simply a reward for something you already do. The money you are passing up for something that you are doing anyway. You can use all the sites together so you can maximize your rewards too. Walgreen’s Balance … [Read more...]
Free Top Rated Breast Pumps for Military Moms
Are you a breastfeeding Mom? If so, did you know that you can order your breast pump through your insurance? You sure can! Most civilian insurance companies will cover them, and military wives can usually get them covered through Tricare! Filling out all of the paperwork involved with requesting your breast pump can be really hectic, though, especially for a new Mom with a newborn. Free Top Rated Breast Pumps for Military Moms Breastfeeding really is best for your baby, but with a newborn, hospital visits, pediatrician visits, little sleep and a little help, it’s easy to get lost and forget that you will need a good, quality breast pump. What you don’t need is to have to worry about it! The Breastfeeding Shop can help! They take the trouble out of insurance forms and help you fill … [Read more...]
How to Save Money – 34 Things You Should be Getting Free
I have a secret on how to save money for you. Did you know there are AT LEAST 34 things you are paying for right now that you should be getting for free? These items are costing you roughly $200 a month or more. What would you do with an extra $200 a month or $2,400 a year? Take a vacation? Pay off debt? Save for a house? Well here is how you can be on your way there! How to Save Money - 34 Things You Should be Getting Free 1. Movie Rentals - Sign up for Redbox emails and text alerts. They always are sending out codes for a free one-night rental as long as you turn it in within 24 hours you can get it for free. If you have an Amazon Prime account to take advantage of the Amazon Prime Video. You can get access to hundreds of free movies and TV shows. You can also get movie … [Read more...]
Frugal Stay at Home Date Night Ideas
By the time you clean the house, give the kids a bath, and send them to bed, going “out” on a date seems more like a chore than something to look forward to. When you become parents, it’s the simple things in life that mean the most, like date nights. Here are the best frugal stay-at-home date ideas for busy parents. Frugal Stay at Home Date Night Ideas Make a Video Together Haven’t you seen those funny parent raps and crazy videos? Document your life with a funny twist to get rid of stress and have a little fun with each other. Remember, couples that video together, stay together. Plus you never know maybe you will go viral and become famous, maybe not but hey it's still fun! Have Some Healthy Competition As long as you’re a good sport, having a little competition in … [Read more...]
Your Guide to Staying Cool on a Budget
Ah, summer. Barbecues, pool parties, no school for the kids, and best of all, warm weather. Those high temperatures make it possible to enjoy all kinds of activities. For those of you not living in an RV, though, they can sure do a number on your electricity bills. If you do not want your family to be miserable, then you need to keep your house at a comfortable temperature. Luckily, you don’t have to blow your summer budget just to keep the sweat at bay. Here are a few ideas for staying cool while saving money. Fans Fans are a low-cost, low-energy way to keep your house feeling cool. Strategically placed fans circulate air around rooms in such a way that the thermostat can be raised without the occupants feeling the difference. Ceiling fans and window fans are the most … [Read more...]
Brownie Trifle Dessert Recipe
Want to know why I have a problem loosing weight? I do great and then bam I hit a wall. Why? I just can't seem to give up my sweet for more than a few months. This Brownie Trifle dessert is my all time weakness. It had my favorites, chocolate, brownies, caramel, pudding and whipped cream. You just can't get any better than that! Brownie Trifle Dessert Recipe So If you want to impress your friends and family you just need to make this dessert. Tell them it's homemade because really it is but I have a few cheats for you! First, you will use a box brownie mix and make it yourself. Then you can get pudding cups to use. I use the Jello pudding boxes but either on works. It's very easy to make and it looks so fancy. Related: Snickers Peanut Butter Brownies You can serve this one of two … [Read more...]
New Fiber Choice Flavor Drops at Rite Aid
My oldest girl was the hardest child to potty train. Mostly because she needs to be on daily fiber to help keep her regular. Before getting on the fiber (and getting the dose right) let's just say it wasn't easy. With that said she is VERY picky on the fiber we use. New Fiber Choice Flavor Drops at Rite Aid Like I said, my daughter is picky on the fiber. If it dissolves and she can't see it, she is fine. We tried some fiber that was brown and it was like we were trying to get her to drink a cup of nails to get her to drink it. So I was very nervous about getting her to try the New Fiber Choice Flavor Drops (now available at Rite Aid). Generally, we put her fiber in her milk first thing in the morning, and it helps mask any flavor that the fiber might have. But with an orange flavor, … [Read more...]
Mix & Match Nordstrom Summer Outfits
I feel like I need to start this post off with a disclaimer. I know Nordstrom isn't what some of you call frugal clothing. Last time I posted about Nordstrom I had some not so happy readers. But let me remind you. I write for people from ALL budgets not just those on an E3 salary but those as well that are making 100k a year but trying to stay on a budget. With that said read below and I will share how you can score some (or all) of these outfits for free if you have a few extra hours a week. Mix & Match Nordstrom Summer Outfits Ok now on to the how to get these awesome outfits at a huge discount or for free! The easiest way to save even more money is to make sure you shop online via Ebates and get cash back on your online shopping. It's free and if you are a new member you get a … [Read more...]
16 of the Best 4th of July Wreaths
I don't know about you, but I like decorating for July 4th. Why? Well, it's all patriotic decor which I can put up for Memorial Day and leave up until Labor Day. So it's basically my summer decor. It may go by many names, patriotic, Americana but it's all just summer. One thing I like to do is make much of my holiday decor. I'm not the greatest DIYer, but it's fun and therapeutic. So I have started to tackle a few 4th of July wreaths. 16 of the Best 4th of July Wreaths My first wreath was the Yarn Wreath. Then I took the extra yarn and made some patriotic yarn stars for decor as well. My first adventure into the tulle wreaths was this Ohio State tulle wreath I made. I have many wreaths bookmarked to try out, I just can't decide where to start next! I am loving the clothes pin wreath … [Read more...]
Enjoy Summer with Dr Pepper® Summer FUNd Contest
Summer is coming, Summer is coming! As a mom, I know the look the look of horror on parents faces about having to entertain their kids for 3 months in a row when they are out of school. Don't fear! Dr Pepper® is coming to help! I love that every time I taste Dr Pepper® I remember the first time I had a Dr Pepper® EVER! My best friend gave me one sitting in the backseat of her parents car on the way to the beach one summer driving with the windows down. When I taste Dr Pepper® I'm transported back there every time! Now Dr Pepper® wants to help you have even more summer fun with their Summer FUNd Contest! Sign up to play the scratch off game for a chance to instantly win a $5 Walmart eGift Card. Then, upload your Walmart receipts and collect game pieces to win $50, $250, or $2,500 in … [Read more...]