Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 14, 2023

If you’re also shopping for a significant other, plus kids, a fur baby or two, the cost to share the love can climb quickly. Here are five thoughtful Galentine's Day gift ideas your friends will love— that won't break your budget! But don’t break up with this idea just yet! Customized self-care baskets.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 18, 2012

My husband and I live within our means and budget and hope our children will learn from example. It’s Not Just Important for Children Currently, I’m getting a crash course in just how vital budgeting, preparing and planning for the future is to the stability of your financial future. So, how have you budgeted for life?

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FEBRUARY 1, 2023

8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. I’m a big fan of Zero Based Budgeting. If you’re new to writing a budget, read: How to Start a Budget (and be successful at it!) For a list of budget categories, read: How to Start a Budget.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 10, 2012

I like to bake cookies, and I like to budget. I’ve failed at many budgets this way. If you Google how to make a budget, you’ll find the same boilerplate list of steps on thousands of sites. This is what I like to call the Toll House budget. Do you want to help your kids with college? Do you want to retire?

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Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

I’ve recently re-started the series, What We Ate this Week on our Budget , because I missed the accountability and I had several readers ask for its return. Our monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. for dessert, and the rest were packed in my kids’ lunches. Cooking apples on the stovetop for applesauce.

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 9, 2014

20 Fun (& Budget-Friendly) Christmas Activities. My daughters’ Girl Scout troop has caroled through our neighborhood and a local senior home. However, we don’t usually make an extra trip out, instead we take detours on our drive home from other nightly activities. Plan a Movie Night In. See a Live Nativity.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

years with no car (and two small kids!). My own kids were born in different time zones, too – one in MN, one in OH. One of the moves we made, out to Seattle, the only way we could make our budget work AND have me be home with our young kids, was to not own a vehicle at all. We lived for 2.5

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Saving Everyday

APRIL 16, 2024

In this post, we’re sharing the best ways to make money as a kid. As someone who’s had an entrepreneurial heart since I was young, I know a thing or two about the best ways to make money as a kid. Best Ways To Make Money As A Kid Depending on the child’s age, it may be necessary for the parents to assist.

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Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 5, 2016

Have you ever blown your budget in four days? Our kitchen was pretty bare so the kids bought their lunch at school. ” Dining out is a fun treat, but when you eat out too often it gets old and my sweet girl wanted a home cooked dinner. I did too and on top of that we officially blew through our restaurant budget.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Here are 20 ideas that are family friendly, fun, and easy on the budget. It was awesome and we plan to take our kids this summer now that our youngest daughter is riding a bike. We found junior tennis rackets at a yard sale for our kids. Fun @ Home. Summer is here. Out & About. Head to the Rail Trails.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

While we understand that many property owners do not allow tenants to paint with the latest trending colors, it is still possible to add some spice and texture to your home. Before you start shopping around for ideas, it is a good idea to set a realistic budget. Budget and Kid Friendly Fun.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 1, 2012

Many brides to be have dreamed of their weddings ever since they were kids. Wedding planning on a budget may seem like a difficult task to tackle without appearing tacky, but it can be done. Below are some wedding planning on a budget tips that may just give you financially stress-free “I do’s”.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Instead, he shared the story about Susan, a wife, and mother who handled all of the financial tasks in her home, from budgeting to making investment decisions. I read this book around the same time that I became a mother and left the full-time workforce to stay at home with our new baby. Pay our bills in a timely manner.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

I have 11 kids, ages 9-29, and two cats. I like to bake and read, and I spend time chauffeuring kids to activities and games. I volunteer at my kids’ school at lunch time and other events. This was a time I had been thinking about not teaching anymore and staying home, so I was looking for new ideas to be thrifty.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 9, 2024

My husband and I live in the Willamette Valley in Oregon with our three kids, ages 4-6. My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. Additionally, it’s really important to us to have money to give to our kids so we save for that reason too.

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JUNE 25, 2019

After all, the weather is nice, the days are long, and the kids have off from school. But budgeting for your vacation can take a lot out of you. Planning ahead can help you set and stick to a vacation budget without skimping on the fun. Base Your Vacation on Your Budget. How do you know how much you’ll need?

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 2, 2016

Times can be tough and we need a way to budget our cash whenever possible. A good way to budget your bill on this one is to buy rice in bulk from Amazon at only $18 for a 15-pound bag. I usually mix them both in with olive oil for some extra taste along with home-grown scallions. Fried Rice With Ham. Cost : $1.79 per serving.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

JANUARY 10, 2024

I understand if you travel with picky children or have sensitivity to new foods or are atypical and the one constant you need is food, but for others to go out of their way to travel to new places and then only eat the same foods they eat at home is crazy. That's not helpful when you're on a budget. Choose a meal to eat "at home".

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 22, 2013

Teaching your kids about money is one of the best things you can do to set them up for financial success in the future. Being that financial security strategies aren’t taught in the school classroom, it’s important to sit down with your kids at home and teach them valuable lessons in financial management. Spending Money.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 1, 2013

I am happy to say I am on the home stretch. Before, during, and after kids, it’s vital to make time for your relationship. Budgeting is hard work. Home Improvements That Pay You Back. Happy Friday everyone. I am in my last week of my class. I write my exam next week. How to Save Money at Festivals.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

If you are a parent with adult children living at home with you, you aren’t alone. More and more “boomerang kids” – those that left to go to school or move out on their own at one point – are finding themselves living back home with their parents. Advantages to Having Adult Children Living at Home.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2014

Yesterday, I shared ideas to explore and enjoy my home state’s capital city, of Harrisburg, PA and its surrounding communities this summer. Kansas City, Missouri/Kansas ~ Kosher on a Budget. Erie, Pennsylvania ~ Growing Kids Ministry. A – D. Phoenix-Metro, Arizona ~ Mom Endeavors. Southern Missouri ~ Getting Freedom.

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

Now I’m living on the small acreage that I was raised on (which is now smack dab in the middle of town & 2 miles from work) with my mom & my two kids, 15 & 8. We teamwork together to homeschool-I was homeschooled until nursing school, and I am privileged to be teaching my kids & have my mom assist on the days I work.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

In the early years, we both spent a lot of money on flowers, food, and gifts, but Valentine's Day can change with your spouse when kids enter the picture. Now we avoid the busy restaurants and lavish gifts and instead we spend the evening in the comforts of our home. 7 Tips Celebrate Valentine's Day at Home.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 20, 2023

In 2022, I wanted to do a major purge of our home , and that lasted until about January 15 of 2022 when I reorganized our kitchen cabinets. The rest of the snowball went towards other things, such as a new-to-us vehicle, medical expenses, retirement contributions, and home repairs. My basement is still a mess.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 11, 2014

I always loved Christmas as a child (what kid doesn’t?!), but I love it even more now that I have kids and get to watch their joy. Whether you’re on a budget or simply want to spend modestly, there are plenty of low-cost ways you can enjoy the holidays with your kids. All the kids could make paper snowflakes.

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Couponing 101

APRIL 9, 2019

Here are some ways to decorate for spring on a budget. Or take a walk with your kids and pick some along the way (making sure to only pick flowers on shared land – not someone’s front yard!). We always have so much leftover candy (especially jelly beans), that this is a great way to use them up, without rotting the kids’ teeth. .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 13, 2014

Lots of them are common sense – things like not spoiling your kids by giving them everything they want. Yelling at your child when they miss their budget isn’t instructive. Most parents let their kids have some kind of money – either via an allowance, a job or chores around the house or from gifts. Money Tips'

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Couponing 101

APRIL 13, 2020

Learning about math, science, English, social studies, and other school subjects gives kids the foundations they need, but when focusing on academic subjects, some life skills may be overlooked. With kids at home, now is the perfect time to teach them some of these often overlooked skills that can help make their lives so much easier.

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Family Balance Sheet

MAY 29, 2015

This series helps me stay on top of our grocery spending and currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. This Week’s Dinners: Saturday: We traveled to Corning, NY to visit the Corning Museum of Glass with my kids’ Girl Scout troop. I’ll write about the trip in a few weeks.

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 9, 2016

Healthy and Easy Snack ideas for kids and adults, for school or home, when you are trying to budget — you CAN eat healthy and here are 85 easy snack ideas (that don’t cost a lot to make!). The post 85 Easy Snack Ideas For School Lunches or Home 2016 appeared first on Coupons Do Work! Fruits and Vegetables….

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 22, 2013

So, if you’re someone who is contemplating having a child, it is definitely a responsible question to ask yourself “Am I financially ready to have kids?” Do you live in a studio apartment or a one-bedroom place because that’s currently what your budget can afford? What’s My Living Situation? .

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

Many of these items are just as easy to make at home and will save us money. In addition, the at home versions are often healthier than the store bought counterparts. Lunchables are fun for kids. Plus, Lunchables are not easy on the wallet, especially if you have several kids who would like these for their lunches.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 5, 2015

Every Friday, I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. Unfortunately, the home delivery time slots quickly get filled, so I opted to pick up at the store. Does your grocery store offer home delivery or store pick-up? Have you tried it? What are your thoughts?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 22, 2013

Prepare ahead of time for extra fun by having the kids make up a few questions they want to ask workers. Have the kids stand and watch at a register to see how many ways they can see people paying. Bring a short shopping list of things the kids want or need, then have them find several different kinds and compare the prices.

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Shereen Travels Cheap

APRIL 20, 2024

once you get home from your trip, you can empty it and throw it into the washing machine, so it's clean and ready for your next trip. Kids can have their own stash of books and snacks and games and toys with this organizer, so they are entertained their whole flight. The organizer fits snugly over the tray table and is antimicrobial.

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Family Balance Sheet

JUNE 22, 2020

Our business was doing very well, and we were excited about the opportunity to own a property outside of our home. With that much debt, we needed some go big or go home heavy hitters that would make a big impact on debt reduction. Financially speaking, he focuses on building the business and I focus on managing our home and finances.

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