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Parenting Pointers: Self-Regulation

Motherhood Moments

For Stuart Shanker, the possibility of a truly just and free society begins with how we see and nurture our children. And that through parenting, we could change that “character” to be the sort of individual that the Victorians prized: a child who was disciplined, hard-working, had self-control and grit. How can reframing help parents?

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Q&A | frugal mental health, “why did you get a cat”?, and phones for kids

The Frugal Girl

First: I am most definitely not a licensed psychologist/therapist/anything of the sort. Mental health is definitely super important to tend to, although some of us tend not to prioritize it as much as our physical health. I’ve realized that I need to have better control (parental control) over what he’s doing on the phone.

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Two abandoned-house nightstand rehabs

The Frugal Girl

I didn’t really have a specific plan for the nightstands, but you know…a wonderfully freeing thing about starting over with very few possessions is that you can take on a, “Sure, I’ll take it! I did this one while I was still living with my parents, actually. Recognize the base of my dining table?

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Magazine Deals: Parenting 2 Years $5.99 & Car and Driver $3.99

For the Mommas

Today only get a two year subscription to Parenting Magazine for $5.99 (80% off) with code FORTHEMOMMAS. Parenting Magazine covers psychology, food, health, fashion and toys. Parenting Magazine is for the contemporary woman who must deal with the demands of child raising, personal growth and family life. per year (66% off)!

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All About the Chili’s Kids Eat Free Program

Couponing 101

If you dine at Chili’s on the occasional night out, you should definitely open a free rewards account. It’s an easy online registration that earns you Free Kids Meal rewards! Receive emails and texts for a free kids meal with the purchase of any regular entree. Free dessert on your birthday.

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FREE Ready, Set, Baby! App For Apple Devices

Couponing 101

Right now you can get a FREE download of the Ready, Set, Baby! These free app offers are usually only available for a limited time, so hurry! is the definitive and essential guide to becoming an informed, empowered, and confident new parent. FREE Ready, Set, Baby! App for Apple devices (reg. Ready, Set, Baby! ”

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4 Reasons to Graduate Debt-Free

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

It’s not impossible to graduate without student loans, even if you don’t have any parental help. Graduating debt free would give you the opportunity to evaluate what type of company you’d rather work for, instead of who can afford you. It’s not easy to graduate without debt, but it’s definitely doable.

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