Amber Teething Necklaces: My Minimalist Approach to My Families Ailments

I grew up living a very minimalist lifestyle. Our house wasn't overgrown with things we didn't need. My mom would often buy products that could serve several purposes in our household. So when I became an adult of my own and moved into my first apartment, I took the same approach. Eventually I got married and started growing a family that I could raise myself, but my minimalist approach didn't change. From baby gear to my medicine cabinet, … [Read more...]

Budgeting Tips For New Or Expecting Parents

If you just had a baby or are expecting a new baby very soon, it is highly likely that you find yourself lying awake at night worried about more than just your new infant. In fact, your budget is probably one of your biggest concerns, and with today’s economy, your worries are justified. Recent studies show that a middle-class family will spend more than $245,000 just getting the child to age 18. This does not even … [Read more...]

Free Diapers For Low-Income Families

Diapers are not a luxury item, they are a basic need low-income families are struggling with. This is a silent crisis with many parents and caregivers who often will find themselves trying to decide whether they should pay for rent, food or diapers. If you or someone you know is in need of diapers, please use our directory,"Free Diapers For Low-Income Families" below to find a diaper bank in your area. It saddens me that … [Read more...]

Cut Costs With Luvs

“This review was made possible byiConnect and Luvs.  I was provided compensation to facilitate this post, but all opinions stated are 100% mine.” Let's face it, babies are expensive with all the toys, diapers, whips, formula, clothing, blankets, bath care and so much more. Whenever I can find something on sale or use coupons on it certainly pays off. Plus the more we save the more money we have to do other things.  That's why I … [Read more...]

Moms Who Choose Pampers Sleep Longer!

“This post was made possible by iConnect and Pampers. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine." Did you know that for over 50 years, parents have trusted Pampers to care for their babies? Well Pampers is a part of The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) and has been the #1-selling diaper worldwide! Every single day, over 25 million babies in 100 countries around the world wear … [Read more...]

Moms need me time too, With Luvs We Can Do Just That

This review was made possible by iConnect and Luvs.  I was provided compensation to facilitate this post, but all opinions stated are 100% mine. As we welcome in the New Year, perhaps the best resolution for parents is to give themselves a well-deserved “time-out” and a little bit of “me time.” My me time would consist of time alone, and not having to cook or clean for a couple days. What would your me time consist of? An … [Read more...]