Finances

Becoming a Work-At-Home Mom: Avoiding Scams

Posted 1 week 5 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Work Balance

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Are you trying to work-from-home? When searching for a work-from-home job one important thing to look out for is scams...if it looks too good to be true, it just might be!

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Are Cheap Diapers Worth the Savings?

Posted 6 weeks 5 days ago by Linsey Knerl

Home Life, Finances, Shopping

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I'm all about living frugally. There are many things I buy for less by purchasing the off-brand. But should diapers be one of them?

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Kids Eat Free....Or Really Cheap

Posted 11 weeks 6 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Relocation, Entertainment, Time Management

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Tired of cooking? Does your budget not stretch enough to cover dining out with the entire family? Check out these restaurants where kids eat free....or really cheap!

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Shared Parenting: Why it Works for Us

Posted 14 weeks 5 days ago by Sherry Pardy

Chores, Discipline, Home Life, Finances, Shopping, New Parents

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According to a recent New York Times article, the fact my husband does the laundry makes us trendy parents. Who knew?

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Stretch Those Pennies with Watered-Down Cooking

Posted 15 weeks 6 days ago by Linsey Knerl

Home Life, Finances

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Water is cheap (free in some areas.) Why are you not using it to stretch y our grocery dollars? Maybe you’re afraid of feeling cheap, or feel that you will somehow be robbing your children of precious nutrients. Put away your doubts, and learn the acceptable ways to dilute your dinners!

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Kids Bowl Free! A Summer Activity for the Entire Family!

Posted 20 weeks 3 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Entertainment

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Are you at a loss for what to do this summer? Thanks to generous and creative people, bowling can be free for the kids, and cheap for the adults. Grab the family, and leave the financial worries at home, it’s time to go bowling!

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Buying Cheap Sneaks: Your Kids Get What You Pay For

Posted 20 weeks 5 days ago by Linsey Knerl

Home Life, Finances, Shopping

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I’m all about a bargain, and I especially love when kid’s shoes go on clearance at places like Target, JCPenney, and Walmart. But the one thing I’ve learned is not to get too attached. Shoes are one of those special staples that take a lot of wear and tear, and if you refuse to buy the best, you can’t always expect it.

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Infertility Resources

Posted 21 weeks 6 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Planning, Conceiving, Finances, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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Has your infertility diagnosis left you feeling overwhelmed and helpless? Are you unclear on where to begin? Here are four areas that will start your journey off on a successful path.

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How Men and Women See Finances Differently

Posted 22 weeks 4 days ago by Sonja Stewart

Family Planning, Discipline, Finances

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How I passed the buck to my husband, and it didn't look anything like an "I Love Lucy" episode. Ok, maybe just a little.

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Online Coupons and Freebies

Posted 23 weeks 2 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Time Management

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Coupon cutting just got easier. Here are links and information on online coupons sites, stores that take double coupons listed by state, and freebies!

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Errands Without the Stress!

Posted 24 weeks 6 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Pregnancy, Entertainment, Learning Tools, New Parents, Time Management

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Do you know that taking care of errands can actually be relaxing? Check out these top online shopping "hot spot" sites, cozy up to your computer, and get those errands done!

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Budget Is Not a Four Letter Word: Surviving a Layoff

Posted 25 weeks 2 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Shopping, Entertainment, Relationships

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Did the unthinkable happen...a layoff? We survived it by following a few life adjustments, so can you!

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5 Easy Suggestions for Fighting the Cold and Flu – The Natural Way!

Posted 26 weeks 4 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Finances, Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Are you battling the flu or cold? Are you tired of medicating your family with over-the-counter drugs? Take a look at these 5 easy suggestions for fighting the cold and flu, the natural way.

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Infertility…The Low Cost Way

Posted 26 weeks 6 days ago by Lori Kerrigan

Conceiving, Finances, Diseases & Disorders

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Counting every penny to keep up with infertility bills? Here are tricks and tips they don't want you to know about that can drastically cut your expenses.

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This little piggy went to the bank: SmartyPig $100 giveaway

Posted 29 weeks 1 day ago by Lynn Truong

Finances

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Smartypig is a new online savings bank with a twist, and they're giving one lucky Parenting Squad reader a $100 gift card to get started!

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Four Reasons You Should Join a CSA

Posted 33 weeks 1 day ago by Caitlin Giles

Family Planning, Home Life, Finances, Shopping, Health, Learning Tools, Nutrition, Wellness

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Looking for a cost-effective way to feed your family organic, locally-grown, delicious food? Join a CSA!

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Birthday Parties Don't Have to Break the Bank

Posted 33 weeks 5 days ago by Natalie Barnes

Finances

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When did the birthday party become a bank-busting event? There are ways to cut corners without short-changing your little one on their birthday!

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Negotiating Flexible Work Arrangements: Part 2 – Nailing Down the Details

Posted 36 weeks 5 days ago by Lela Davidson

Finances, Work Balance, Culture

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Want to work from home? Reduced hours? Job-share? When neogitiating flexible working arrangements, presentation is everything. Read through this advice before sitting down with current or potential employers.

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Negotiating Flexible Work Arrangements: Part 1 – Set Yourself Up For Success

Posted 36 weeks 6 days ago by Lela Davidson

Finances, Time Management, Work Balance, Culture

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Read this before you sit down with a current or future employer. Worker bees are plentiful, but if you've got valuable skills you can negotiate whatever terms you like. All you need to do is bulk up your confidence and do your homework. The keys are selling yourself and knowing your worth.

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Cutting the Cost of Having Kids

Posted 36 weeks 6 days ago by Meredith Cole

Safety, Chores, Discipline, Home Life, Finances, New Parents

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Everyone says that having a baby is expensive. And they are right… But there are a few things you can do to make sure some of your cash goes where it belongs—into that college fund.

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