Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 19, 2013

If you are a parent, some day you will most likely become a grandparent. Being a grandparent is tons more fun than parenting. I only remember staying with them once without parents around. My parents were somewhat more interactive with their grandchildren (my kids). Yet you can enjoy loving them and being loved by them.

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Grandchildren Grandkids Kids and Family Parenting 220

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 23, 2023

If one of those terrible “it could never happen to me” things actually does happen, you won’t leave the financial burden of paying for your final expenses for your parents or loved ones to handle. Watch her story here. It will likely never be more affordable than it is now—and it’s probably less expensive than you think.

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Life Insurance Insurance Graduation Financial Goals 52

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

I remember when I moved in with my boyfriend out of my parent’s house, I was blissfully ignorant of all of the things I needed to buy. My mom sat down with me and made a budget, but I didn’t really think about the extra expenses that people that live on their own need to purchase. Cleaning Supplies. Baking soda/powder.

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Modems Home and Garden Buy Buying 222

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 20, 2013

Before I became a mom, everyone told me that my baby would grow up too fast. My budget is especially tight since I’ve become a stay-at-home-mom, so when I buy something, I always ask myself, “Is this worth it? Adjustable “Touch Steering” parent handle. Parent bag. By FTM Contributor: Ashley.

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Giveaway Parenting Growing Strollers 111

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 28, 2016

If you can’t make the time slot, don’t sweat it, you can watch the replays as long as you’re registered. Tuesday, January 10: 12 pm EST: Parenting and Priorities with Matt Becker. Matt is a financial planner and founder of Mom and Dad Money. 8 pm EST: Dealing with Aging Parents with Maureen Campaiola.

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New Year's Debt Personal Finance Real Estate 100

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 8, 2012

I’m working with Luvs Diapers who, knowing that many moms do things differently the second time around, have developed a series of “First Kid/Second Kid” online videos comparing the way many parents were with their first kid and how things changed with their second child. I just watched the 4 videos and had a good laugh.

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Video Kids Parenting Grandmother 51

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JUNE 22, 2015

We were at our beach house for the summer and I saw a trailer for Clueless while I was watching reruns of TGIF (please tell me you remember TGIF; Family Matters, Step By Step, Boy Meets World?) The weekend Clueless came out my parent’s dropped my friend Diana and I off at the theater. 12 Life Lessons from Clueless | Vogue.

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Movies Watches At&T Parenting 84

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 31, 2012

Mom, I’m bored! Does it seem that parents today step in too often to keep their children occupied ? Yet, I’m sure the kids still sing that age old summer chant ‘Mom, I’m bored!”. We would dig out Mom’s old dresses and broken jewelry and play dress up, often adding an impromptu play.

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Activism Kids Flowers and Plants Backyard 187

Saving Everyday

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Not bashing dinner-and-a-movie (because that is super fun too), but spending all day riding attractions, watching parades and fireworks, and eating Disney goodies is about as good as dating can get! As you can see from the pictures, my very own parents have had a few romantic Disney moments themselves! Ride rides!!

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Disney World Disney Food and Drink Wedding 52

Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 12, 2014

Parental unit features sensors that track and display room temperature, LED light to signal noise levels, talk back mode to communicate with baby and 1,000 ft. In contrast to analogue monitors DECT technology provides a private and secure connection between baby unit and parent unit. Philips AVENT DECT Monitor SCD570 (with ECO mode).

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Monitors Baby Parenting Lighting 75

For the Mommas

JUNE 12, 2013

If you haven’t watched the show, you will want to get your tissues ready. It makes my heart happy to watch these situations turn out so well. I am anxious to hear the birth mom’s stories on I’m Having Their Baby season 2. Watching these parents struggle to make this decision is so raw and real.

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Gift Cards Giveaway Baby Gifts 56

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 23, 2013

The 4-in-1 Dream tricycle with patented Touch Steering™ technology is a pleasure for the child to ride and for the parent to steer, promising comfort at every twist and turn. In the first step, parents take full control of the trike with the lightest touch using the advanced steering handle.

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Giveaway Parenting Free Stuff Win 68

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 10, 2014

Parents are juggling busy lives between working outside the home and caring for children and the home. There’s nothing more tiring than mom or dad doing all the work around the house. Have a family game night on the weekend or take time to watch your favorite show together. Teach everyone to pitch in.

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Crock Pots and Slow Cookers Home Making Kids and Family 189

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 12, 2014

Clara didn’t think her experience was unique or special, but millions of people, myself included, watched every episode and grew to love her. But even if your parents or grandparents weren’t participants in important world events like the Great Depression and World War II, they likely still have interesting stories to tell.

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Making Film Uncle Grandchildren 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 17, 2017

You already have lots of contacts, not only your classmates, but also their parents, siblings and your teachers too. Talk to any alumni you may know (hint parents, cousins, that kid that went off to college last year) to see what they know about it. Mom and Dad aren’t there to say NO to something that might harm you.

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College Graduation Used Points 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

I noticed the problem when I first became a stay-at-home mom after my two youngest children were born. I can’t count the number of times I’ve seen a mom or a babysitter at a park who becomes so engrossed with what’s on her smartphone, she doesn’t even acknowledge the kids she has brought to the park.

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Media T-Mobile Kids and Family At&T 174

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

JUNE 22, 2015

We were at our beach house for the summer and I saw a trailer for Clueless while I was watching reruns of TGIF (please tell me you remember TGIF; Family Matters, Step By Step, Boy Meets World?) The weekend Clueless came out my parent’s dropped my friend Diana and I off at the theater. 12 Life Lessons from Clueless | Vogue.

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Birthday Movies Watches At&T 49

Birmingham Bargain Mom

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

Will you be watching the show NBC has promoted all summer long? It airs tonight.

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Parenting Watches Baby Bargain 74

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

I love to watch my girls swim and push themselves physically, but since they are in two different age groups, they swim have different practice times… of course! Saturday: My parents are taking the whole family out for dinner to celebrate a birthday. Thanks mom & dad! homemade applesauce.

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Budgeting Budget Freezers Kids and Family 100

Birmingham Bargain Mom

OCTOBER 3, 2011

This is an awesome freebie every parent should do for their child's classroom! Earn free Box Tops For Education simply by watching 5 quick videos and requesting a brochure from Ford! Get the details here:

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Education Parenting Watches Video 79

Nicoles Nickels

JUNE 17, 2013

After endless rounds of giggle-filled Marco Polo and countless cries of “Mom, watch me dive!” Plus, babies usually eat and sleep better after swimming and the increased skin-to-skin contact can deepen the bond between babies and parents. Did you know there are 10 million swimming pools in the US?

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Sale Mom Parenting Baby 63

For the Mommas

JUNE 22, 2016

After recovering from the shock of her parents perishing in a tragic accident, Grace Lindroth discovers clues in their attic that cause her to believe the people she called Mom and Dad her whole life may not have been her real parents. Things that happen to you in the past can mold you into someone you’re not.

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DIY Boston Parenting Ice Cream 40

Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Hello and welcome to our Disney Baby 101 series, where I, as a first-time mom, discuss the ins and outs of preparing for a Walt Disney World vacation with our baby! You’ll have shorter wait times, a happier baby, and a happier mom and dad! Be there at the park opening to watch the opening ceremonies!

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Disney World Disney Baby Outdoors 52

Saving With Shellie

JUNE 19, 2013

Who else besides me is on Royal Baby watch? I know quite a few new moms delivering this summer too. This detergent has been trusted by pediatricians and parents for more than 75 years to leave little one’s clothes soft and comfortable. Though as a new mom it sure feels like it! Okay, admit it. Enough for 3 days!

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Giveaway Baby Parenting Clothes 64

Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 1, 2013

I remember as a kid watching home movies on a large screen at my parents and wanting to watch a regular movie on it like in the theater. Available for $699, MegaPlex MG-50 is a very versatile projector and a great gadget for any mom. The garage door also provides an outdoor arena for watching!

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Projectors Movies Home DVD Players 63

Nicoles Nickels

OCTOBER 22, 2011

Mom Daughter Style -Modify Watches Giveaway (ends October 25). Mom Daughter Style -Calypso Studios Bracelet Giveaway (ends October 23). Natural Parents Network - Storyland Yoga DVD Giveaway (ends November 1). Don’t forget to enter my 6 current giveaways: 1. DoYouBake.com Review and Giveaway (ends October 25).

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Giveaway Martha Stewart October Daughter 49

Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Encourages teamwork between parent and child as they work together to problem solve. Red Toolbox toys can be built with mom or dad’s toolkit and some glue, but Red Toolbox tools can also be purchased, which are specially designed to fit a child’s smaller grip. Moms Need to Know. An ideal gift for any occasion. Bargain Babe.

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Prizes Giveaway Toys Holiday 71

Motherhood Moments

JUNE 23, 2023

Lindemann, “so not only did inviting fathers help prepare the family for a major change, but it gave me an opportunity to watch and monitor the family dynamics.” Bringing mom and dad is an excellent springboard for a safe and happy pregnancy and preparing for the time at home after delivery. This is a recipe for disaster.

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Father North Dakota Mom Parenting 100

Saving Everyday

MAY 20, 2015

Not bashing dinner-and-a-movie (because that is super fun too), but spending all day riding attractions, watching parades and fireworks, and eating Disney goodies is about as good as dating can get! As you can see from the pictures, my very own parents have had a few romantic Disney moments themselves! Ride rides!!

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Disney Disney World Wedding Watches 40

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

My daybed mattresses were previously used by a young girl, in her growing up bedroom, then stored by the parents for years. I watched You Tube videos several times before attempting mine. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOM7FTJfeG8 The sun bakes out. They smelled musty and perfumy. This series was particularly good.

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Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

Telling my mom and grandparents that I was pregnant was by far the hardest thing I have ever had to do. My teacher noticed I was in pain and called my mom. I read the books, watched the movies, but to have her in my arms was a different story. My 6 month old baby was in the audience watching her Mom graduate.

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Burger King 2003 Mom Daughter 40

Saving With Shellie

APRIL 20, 2012

I could sit for hours watching all the swimming, gymnastics, rowing, diving, volleyball…unfortunately for me I have two babies and the only Olympic events happening at my house are marathon diaper changing. Enter anyway and gift it to a lucky mom you know or donate a pregnancy resource center. Okay, who loves the Olympics?

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Limited Edition Pampers Giveaway Parenting 45

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

C with Finn, my parents’ dog Our daughter is 12, and very into the arts and science. I biked to the library, to the mall, to the TCBY, to visit my parents at their offices in the university, to the pool, basically everywhere a kid would want to go. K and Finn (my parents dog) 12. K in her dance costume 2.

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 192

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 2, 2022

“Mom, when are we going camping?”…”How ” Kids (and parents) get excited about summer trips and activities, so I like to post a family calendar on the refrigerator with all of our summer plans and activities. Join my email community HERE and receive both freebies! Plan your summer fun!

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Home and Garden 130

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

The FOM should be the spouse who has the most interest to perform the financial task and doesn’t have to be a stay-at-home parent. But my husband and I both agreed that I would handle all of the day-to-day financial tasks for our home and it’s a role that I really enjoy. Designate a Family Office Manager.

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Office Money Family Finance 182

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

We watched favorite TV show series like Downton Abbey and Breaking Bad. Amazon Mom - If you are parents of small children, Amazon Mom will be a HUGE source of savings. You can save 20% off diaper, wipes and other baby items as an Amazon Mom member. I have saved hundreds being part of the Amazon Mom program.

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Amazon Student Library Mom 85

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

The kind when you have a friend over and they think your Mom is totally crazy. Nothing like wearing long socks with shorts and dancing like nobody is watching. Only difference is someone WAS watching. Kids your age are embarrassed by things like your parents kissing you in public or calling you by your nickname.

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Daughter Mother's Radios Watches 40