Finding out that you are expecting a baby is one of the most exciting and happy events in life! And even when you find out how much this little bundle of joy is going to cost you—the average cost of raising a child is about $245,000—it is still worth it because nothing … [Read more...] about 10 Ways for New Parents to Save Money
Archives for October 2014
Tips for Planning a Baby Shower on a Budget
Here are some great money-saving ideas for throwing a fabulous baby shower on a budget from Guest Author: Kimberly McLeod, Creator of Life is a Lullaby A few weeks ago I threw my best friend a baby shower. If you haven’t checked out the details, you can view it here: This … [Read more...] about Tips for Planning a Baby Shower on a Budget
Budgeting Basics: 5 Ways to Get Your Finances Organized
Does just thinking about your finances seem overwhelming? Are you living paycheck to paycheck? Do your bills keep piling up? Creating a budget and knowing your exact financial situation can help to make things more manageable and get you back on track. Many of the household items … [Read more...] about Budgeting Basics: 5 Ways to Get Your Finances Organized
Creating a Photobook with Collage.com
There is nothing that I enjoy more than taking pictures of my kids. I love to capture how cute they are, how silly they are, milestones, birthdays, holidays... to be honest, sometimes I probably too many pictures. Some people are OCD, some are obsessive gamblers, smokers, … [Read more...] about Creating a Photobook with Collage.com
10 Tips to Help Your Baby Sleep Better at Night
If you are the parent of a newborn, or even a toddler, you are probably a bit sleep deprived. While there may not be a magical wand to wave and make your little one sleep twelve hours in a row, there are some things that you can do to help your baby—and you—get a more restful … [Read more...] about 10 Tips to Help Your Baby Sleep Better at Night