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How Not To Send Your Kid To College
For those of us with teenagers heading to college, August can feel a little crazy making. Especially if it is our first, or only, child who is leaving home. For parents of girls heading to college, I’ve heard it’s a chaotic month of shopping at Target and Bed Bath and Beyond to fill lists of…
Nine Money-Making Ideas Every Mom Should Know About
A few years ago, a group of moms were hanging around the playground and the topic of making extra money came up. Some moms wanted to send their children to a specialized camp; others were saving for a family trip, while others were just looking to make ends meet. After a half hour of groaning, complaining and sulking one of the crafty moms piped up. Were all sitting around thinking about what we don …
New Year, New Ways to Save Money
Let’s start out 2012 being better people, better savers and smarter shoppers! My own journey so far has taught me a lot and I love to be able to share what I learn with others. So here are some ways I have learned to save. I hope they’ll be helpful for you as well! Use Coupons
Sending Love To The Haters
I promised my readers when I started blogging, that I would always be honest– show the good, the bad, and the ugly. And for that reason, I’m sure you Modern Moms won’t question why I posted this below. Or maybe you might. Who posts hate mail? (And a pretty bad one, to boot.)
How to Save Money Shopping for Organic Food
Organic food gives many parents peace of mind, allowing them to keep pesticides and extra chemicals from the family diet. That sense of security comes with a high price tag in many cases. A limited grocery budget makes it difficult to go completely organic with your food supply, but there are ways to cut costs and still eat organic. Smart shopping and preparation for the grocery shopping trip pays off, whether you have a large or small family.