Blogs & Tips

There is a lot of recalls going on right now for children's products unfortunatly, and more than ever it is important to stay up to date. I like this website a lot. It has a pretty long list of

The winter season is right around the corner, and kids love snow. It is very important to keep kids safe and warm during these cold months, so that they can enjoy playing outside. I like this quiz a lot. It gives

I am sure that everyone is aware of global warming. This is a great website with over 30 different ways that everyone can help save the environment.  Please take the time to read them with your kids. It

I just read an article on a horrific, shocking subject-parents and grandparents running over their toddlers in their SUVs. If you have one, you know you can't see out the back window, period. My husband just

If you are looking for greatly discount prices online, than smarbargains.com is your answer. They have everything including watches, shoes, home items, etc., all greatly reduced. There is even a clearance section

This is a really cute website filled with Thanksgiving riddles and jokes. The kids will love it! If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring? The answer is... Pilgrims! I read some of these to

Do you need some new recipe ideas for Thanksgiving? You can find here 190 turkey recipes. Also another great thing is that most of the meals don't require too much preperation or long cooking time.I will definetly

Great website that features most if not all major retailers and their most recent black friday ad updates.  Site also contains links to coupons, instant rebates and other offers.  Shop the ads now and

If you have a Visa card, check out this website. It gathers discount codes you can use to buy anything from clothing to travel just for using your Visa Card. Discounts vary from % off to $$ off to free shipping

"Breast is best." Mothers, both new and old, have come across this slogan at some point in their journey through parenthood. How many of us, however, understand just how crucial breastfeeding is to ensure

Have you heared of the Working Mother magazine? Well this is their magazine online. I personally enjoy their website a lot. It is filled with great tips, career information, recipe, and craft ideas, etc.You can

While I'm a proponent of holding your breath to get rid of the hiccups, that's never worked for my husband.  He gets painful hiccups that never seem to go away.  The only thing that works for

Read this Ladies Home Journal article on the traits of charming people, such as Oprah and Tom Hanks. Maybe we can find a way to instill these traits in our kids, and raise a generation of charming people. Either

Have you ever taken your child to a movie and once the movie started you wish that you could leave? I know that I have. Some of the PG or PG13 that have come out in the last few years, I wish that I didn't take

The website offers detailed information on how to save money for college. It covers loans, scholarships, savings, etc. I found a lot of good information on the website, I am a college student myself. It is important

I really like this website. When my son was little I signed up to receive emails every month as far what is happening in the different stages growing up. Now that he is older, I get an email every year as far how

This is the second year that I have purchased the book. I absolutely love it! There is tons and tons of coupons on everday things in your local area, such as oil change, eating out, dry cleaning, you name it. The

How would you like to get paid for your opinions? Do you enjoy having extra money in your pocket? Surveysavvy.com is your answer. I have been a member for over a year now, and have always received checks from them

Log onto Free Rice and for every word you successfully choose the definition, this website donates 10 grains of rice through United Nations.  Free Rice began on October 7, 2007 and as of today (11/12/07)

Sittercity.com is a great website that has over 150,000 caregivers all over the country. Whether you are looking for a babysitter, nanny or petsitter, you are guaranteed to find the right one! Sittercity.com gives

It's a total free-for-all at this family-friendly coupon site. FreeFusion is the next best thing since fusion cuisine! A boatload of free coupons, offers and samples are up for grabs for you and your family

I saw this on the Today Show this morning. A financial planner gives advice on where and how to borrow money, now that interest rates are so high. The first thing to do is determine if there is any way to avoid

Psychologist Robi Ludwig writes this article about how to deal with your close friend or acquaintance who turns every social event into a bragging session about her kid, or who continually engages in one-upmanship

From their website: Prince's Sensory Delights is dedicated to produce adorable, high quality children's clothing specially targeting, (however not limited to), those with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing

Are fit people just born with different genes? I think so, but this quick, easy to read article gives ten habits of fit people that we unfit people should try to develop. For example, exercise in the morning, so

We've all heard the nightmare story:  A new parent, not used to having a child in tow, accidently leaves their sleeping baby in the carseat.  The parent goes about their business in the store

    When my daughter is in the midst of a tantrum because I've told her no to something, I ususally just say to her, firmly and calmly, "Does having a tantrum change my answer?" 

Clean Home Journal is a great helper for any mom. They have information on just about everything! There is tons of recipes, cleaning and organizing tips, craft and decorating ideas, etc. You can also sign up to

Thinking about going back to work after some time off? Or are you thinking about opting out for a while and are not sure if there's anything you should do in preparation? Check out these resources for folks

Are your pre teens not quite sure how to say thanks fo the great birthday or holiday gift? Check out etiquette consultant Mannersmith's Thank You Note Wizard. Fill in a few blanks, select a few polite sentences

If you’re like me, you get tons of catalogs in the mail that you never requested, and some are interesting, but most go into the recycle bin. I recycle at least two catalogs a day. But my friend sent me a

One good way to teach kids about money is to take them to the store with you.  Figure out how much you are going to allow them to spend and give them that much.  Five dollars is usually good.  Let

The ChildSafetyTech website features many different, unique safety devices for both adults and children. Some of these products seem like great ideas....I just wonder if they will really serve their purpose

This article in CNNMoney.com says a person's willingness to apologize, whether or not they are completely at fault, is a perfect predictor of salary.  But this could be misleading. Is it because it's

Millions of Chinese-made toys have been pulled from shelves in North America and Australia after scientists found they contain a chemical that converts into a powerful date rape drug when ingested. Two children

Learning to walk is exciting for both the child and thier parent, here are some hints to make it a bit easier.  Give the child something to hold, a wiffle ball, the light plastic ones with holes, is perfect. 

Did you know that seventy-two percent of dorm fires are caused by cooking equipment? Other dormroom fires are the result of faulty space heaters, but safety experts say that, overall, fires at college dormitories

Budgeting for gas has once again become a concern for family travelers in the US. As gas prices begin to rise again, here is another website to search for the cheapest gas in your neighborhood or state. Check out  

Finding great family night ideas is not easy, especially when you are looking for something new and different to do.  But now finding great ideas for family night has just gotten easier. I found

In order to cut some of the expenses surrounding the holidays, our family now spends a little extra effort towards producing our own Christmas cards.  Instead of having an expensive professional portrait taken

If you're looking for someone to add some pizzazz to your website, definitely check out Ink!  She really caters to work at home moms who are trying to get a web presence.  Her designs are always so

Want to help your kids have perfect manners for the holidays? Check out a few of these books to help them be perfectly polite. Emily's Magic Words: Please, Thank You & More: a book for toddlers from

After you host an event or dinner party, be ready to dish out the leftovers as take-home treats for your friends and family. Stock your cupboard with takeout containers in many shapes and sizes so that you can

This turkey day, dress up your Thanksgiving place-settings with simple napkin holders. Stamp a plain tag or cardstock with a message, saying or turkey emblem. Punch holes on both sides of the card (or tag)

Share a bit of family history with your guests this Thanksgiving. Print family recipes on pretty notecards or paperstock so that your guests can take them home after the big meal. Have the cards displayed in an

Pay less than retail at Lowes and Sears. This article (short and easy to read) tells you how. It says 94% of people who tried to haggle for a better price received one. Who knew? You can find 5 easy steps to follow

Parenting and Babytalk Magazines have free podcasts on their website, covering topics such as family weight issues and how to reignite passion in your marriage. You can listen right away or download for later.

Halloween candy is a fun treat for a couple of days, but very abundant- and getting it out of the house can be tricky.  My neighbor gave me a great idea to get rid of the candy in a positive way. 

I saw this at my friend's house and thought it was a great idea. She took pens, safety scissors, and all those other things that end up rattling around a kitchen drawer and put them in an empty box once

If you have a cat, chances are pretty good that you have a litterbox.  Keeping it clean and smelling fresh are always a problem.  If you only have one or two cats, use the scoopable litter.  It's