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Should You Give Your Child An Allowance?

By Angela on July 31, 2017 Family

Children and allowances are a frequently discussed topic among parents. Should you give your children an allowance? Should children have to earn their allowance or is it given gratis? What’s the appropriate monetary amount to give a child? These are just a few of the questions that parents face when it comes to their children and whether or not to provide an allowance. This article sets out to provide some answers and insights to help you make the best decision for you and your child. To Earn or Not To Earn One of the biggest arguments surrounding children and allowances…

Smart Tips for Planning Your Child’s Birthday Party

By Angela on July 25, 2017 Family

As a parent, one of your most important tasks is making sure every one of your child’s birthdays is magical. However, that doesn’t mean that you have to turn your life upside down to bring together a birthday party for your kids. Some parents do just that, going to insane lengths to try to create an epic birthday party that tops what all the other parents did for their children’s parties. You need to find a balance. Make sure your child’s birthday party is special, but don’t go overboard. Use the following guide to plan a wonderful birthday party for…

Surprising Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthy

By Angela on July 15, 2017 Family

The process of changing a child’s eating habits can be challenging if the new meal options will feature healthy foods. However, if proper steps are taken while working strategically with kids, everyone can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner while eating delicious foods that are tasty and healthy. According to experts, there are surprising ways to get kids to eat healthy, and you can get practical results during each meal by implementing a few easy procedures. Prepare Dinner Items for Breakfast Most kids will quickly eat healthy foods for breakfast if various items are combined strategically with breakfast products. For example,…

Get Your Kids into Gardening This Summer

By Angela on July 2, 2017 Family

Even if your children spend most of their time on the allotment, you probably don’t know what they usually do. Parents will often stay out of it as long as the kids are having fun. Besides, finding activities to keep your children occupied during summer could prove challenging. As such, you might be wondering why you should get your kids into gardening. Every child should participate in some gardening activity. However, getting them interested might not be easy even though the garden is a great playground. Your kids will love gardening, albeit in short bursts. Letting your children assist and…

8 Storage Solutions for Your Kids’ Bedrooms

By Pennysaver Plus on June 27, 2017 Family

Your kids’ bedrooms should be comfortable and relaxing places for them to play, study, and sleep. However, if their rooms are just a jumble of clutter, they can become more of a spot filled with tension and angst. Kids have a lot of stuff, and keeping it organized and off the floor can seem like a monumental task, but having the proper storage solutions can help. Here are eight great storage options to make any child’s room a more delightful place to grow. 1.Loft Beds Loft beds can be a great option when you have vertical space but not a…

6 Ideas for Family Fun on Rainy Summer Days

By Pennysaver Plus on June 5, 2017 Family

Rainy summer days can be a challenge for moms and kids alike. You dread hearing that infamous phrase of “Mom, I’m bored!” or incessant whining. This summer, ward off rainy day blues with these six fun and festive ideas that will keep your kiddos entertained for hours. You might even find yourself looking forward to the creativity and family time that naturally spring from these activities. Make a Blanket Fort (or Ship or Covered Wagon) This retro idea may be a throwback to your own childhood, and you can pass the fun on to the next generation by building forts…

Create Kid Friendly Spaces at Home

By Pennysaver Plus on May 19, 2017 Family

In many households, the idea of children coming, whether from the delivery room or from friends and relative visits is both scary and intimidating. Too frequently, the idea of making houses kid friendly is reduced to child proofing against falls down the stairs, electrocution, fires and access to ingestible small pieces and chemicals. However, making a house kid-friendly is more than this. It requires a consideration, not just to their safety but their interests and comforts as well. You have to consider not just what will keep them safe, but also what will make them feel at home, relax and…

10 Way to Save Money on Kids Clothes

By Pennysaver Plus on April 28, 2017 Frugal Friday

Kids can be expensive. The average family spends more than $1,700 on clothes every year — a figure that only goes up if you have more than two kids or you have children who play sports. For the typical family, back-to-school spending alone tops $650! Being frugal while shopping for clothes doesn’t mean your kids need to wear generic, poorly-fitted, or out-of-style clothes; you can keep your kids in name-brand shoes and clothes without breaking the bank. Here are some easy frugal habits that can improve your personal finances year-round. #1. Set up a kids clothing swap Swapping outgrown clothes…

12 Ways to Have Fun with the Kids Without Breaking the Bank

By Pennysaver Plus on March 24, 2017 Family

It is so important to spend time with your kids to create a lasting bond that the two of you will have for the rest of your lives. Unfortunately, a lot of families don’t know of many ways to have a blast with their children without spending a ton of money first. Sure, going to the zoo is a great idea and can be a day full of excitement, but it can also be costly and your budget will take quite a hit. Amusement parks are wonderful but are notoriously pricey and even going the cheap route by getting season…

6 Ways to Save Money on Childcare

By Pennysaver Plus on March 15, 2017 Family

For many new parents, adjusting your budget to accommodate caring for your little one can be a true shock. Everything from diapers and clothes to toys, baby gear, formula and more can cost a small fortune, and in many cases, the expenses are enough to demand a lifestyle change. You may also initially think about saving for college, and you may have heard that college expenses are astronomical. What you may not think about, however, is the cost of childcare. The reality is that child care costs in many markets actually cost more than college tuition at a public university.…

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