Before You File for Bankruptcy

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If you’re having a lot of credit and debt issues, you may have considered filing for bankruptcy. This is often a last resort when it comes to personal finances and is not a decision that should be made overnight. Before you file for bankruptcy, be sure that you’ve explored and exhausted all possible options. Take a look at some of the tips and advice in this post for other things to think about before filing for bankruptcy. Personal bankruptcy is a big step for many people, and it is a legitimate tool that helps people get out from under a mountain of debt. Many borrowers successfully build their credit after filing bankruptcy, and continue on with success in their financial lives. Find out the real…

Teaching Kids About Money and Values

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So, last week when I posted part nine of raising money savvy kids, I realized that it was out of order after I posted. My mistake! It’s still a valuable post so I left it as is. This week, part eight, is going to cover teaching kids about money and values. Next week will be the final part of the series and then we’ll move on to teaching kids how to save money. I think I have that all straight so let’s get to this next installment of how to raise a money savvy kid. You have your own beliefs about money and they might just differ from my beliefs about money. These beliefs come from your parents, they come from your experience, and they…

Easy Toilet Paper Roll Apple Stamping

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The early apples were available at the Farmer’s market, and to me- that’s a sure sign that Fall is just around the corner. I love this time of the year for the leaf changing, apples, and all things pumpkin. To celebrate the return of fresh, local apples, Squeaker and I did a simple toilet paper roll apple stamping art project. I am one of those moms who saves toilet paper rolls, because well, you never know when you’ll be able to use them for crafts and art projects. Next we’ll make an apple tree and we’ll probably do a few more toilet paper roll crafts and art projects in the near future. This was also a fun and sneaky way to get Squeaker to use…

Fitness is different for men and women- it's true. Here are 7 key fitness tips for women who are wanting to get in shape.

Key Fitness Tips for Women

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Fitness for women is different than fitness for men. Hence why I talk about health and wellness for moms and not so much for dads. A lot of that has to do with genetics, body structure, etc. but there is a definite difference. That’s not to say that there aren’t universal fitness tips out there, but as women, we do need to be mindful. Likewise, what works for one woman isn’t always going to work for every woman. Me, for example, I’m not the most coordinated person out there and I’m not a huge fan of running. I do, however, enjoy Pilates, swimming, walking, hiking, and a few other things. My mom loves bike riding while I’m lucky if I can stay on the bike…

5 Tips for Staying Motivated

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Motivation is key in life. If you have motivation, you’ll keep pursuing your goals- whatever they might be. But sometimes it’s easy to lose that motivation. As a blogger especially, there are times that I wonder why I keep doing this. This is hardly a get rich quick job and while I am incredibly proud of what I’ve accomplished in the year or so that I’ve been blogging here, sometimes I think it would be easier to just quit and do something else. But then I find my motivation. I enjoy blogging because I enjoy writing. I enjoy connecting with people and I enjoy sharing what’s going on in our lives. That’s part of my motivation for blogging. But how else do I stay motivated?…

If you're thinking about purchasing a breast pump, be sure to check out my guide to choosing and using a breast pump.

A Breastfeeding Mom’s Guide Choosing and Using a Breast Pump

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As a breastfeeding mom, there may be times that you find it necessary to use a breast pump. For example, if you’ve had a premature baby that needs to stay in the NICU for an extended period of time. Or maybe you’re going back to work and want to continue breastfeeding. Or, perhaps your husband or partner would like to be involved with feeding the baby. Whatever the case may be, if you happen to find yourself in the market for a breast pump, be sure to continue reading. I’m sharing my tips on motherhood for choosing and using a breast pump. With both Sweet B and V, a breast pump was necessary for me. V was in the NICU for three months and only…