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Parenting Pointers - What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Children on Social Media

Motherhood Moments

Social media is a “joy thief” in many ways, says Magee, who travels the country speaking with parents and children about substance misuse and mental health. That’s why it’s up to parents to intervene and help them develop healthier habits around their social media use. Yes, many parents love getting on social media themselves.

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Terrific Tech - Parents and Kids' Cell Phone Survey

Motherhood Moments

Just in time for the Back to School season, HMD Global , the home of Nokia phones, today released the results of a new survey that reveals how parents really feel about their children's first phone. Results show that more than a third of all parents say affordability is extremely important. Parental controls. The Price is Right!

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5 Reasons Mature Adult Offspring Fear “The Money Talk” with their Parents

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Many of us fear having the money discussion with our parents. Fear of angering parents. No matter how old we become, parents still command a large and powerful presence in our lives. We may think that we have moved past our childhood dependence on pleasing our parents, but in reality, we still want to do so. Money Tips'

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Benefits of Having Your Parents Watch Your Kids

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

For example, this week, I’m kidsitting my 11 and 8 year old grandkids at their house – getting them on and off the school bus, fixing dinner, helping with homework, playing with them and etc – while the parents are away on a much deserved adult only trip. Would you pay your parents to watch your kids?

Parenting 100
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Parenting Pointers - The Key to Achieving Your New Year’s Resolution: A Virtual Assistant

Motherhood Moments

No one can take time back or buy it. Now that you know your hour is worth $100, should you be doing tasks that someone more efficient than you can do for only $15 an hour? What’s more, we all know that time is actually priceless. Are you spending time on yourself, your health, and your relationships?

Parenting 100
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Parenting Pointers: Which Beauty Products Are Worth It?

Motherhood Moments

In general, there are contraindicated treatments and ingredients for many various skin conditions and health status'.

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Meet a Reader | Megan from California

The Frugal Girl

When I got my first job in high school, my parents said I had to save a percentage of every paycheck. This is largely a case of being in the right place at the right time, but my husband and I really lucked out when we were ready to buy a house. They want me to buy all the things. How did you get interested in saving money?