Having a baby can easily be one of the most expensive life changes you’ll go through. For such little people, babies seem to require very big purchases! In reality, it is possible to have a baby while staying on budget. Here are ten ways NOT to break the bank when baby comes:

If you’ve ever wondered if you gave baby shower gifts that were returned, this list is for you!  What to give as a baby shower gift is a tricky subject.  People often want to buy adorable newborn-appropriate gifts to welcome the new little person to the world! 
However, many times the items a new mom receives [...]

A baby’s nursery has the potential to grow and change as your baby does, so you want the room to work for you, not against you. Here are some tips you can use when designing the perfect baby’s nursery on a budget.

This guide tells how to get things done once you have a baby (or babies) in the house. It is written for both men and women, new parents and seasoned parents alike. The links and photos throughout this guide will let you look at the mentioned items at Amazon, so you can see exactly what the guide is referring to. You’re never too far into parenting to take back control of your time and your life, so start today!

Readers Ask: How Do I Give Small Baby Shower Gifts?

Being on a small budget may mean giving a smaller gift at a baby shower.  That’s not necessarily a bad thing, though.  Check out the 13 Best Baby Shower Gifts on a Budget for some great baby shower gifts to give when the budget is tight.  [...]

Looking for great gift ideas for a baby shower that won’t break the bank? Everyone wants to give a gift that will be liked, be appreciated, and most of all, be USED! It is possible to give great gifts when you’re on a budget, and don’t forget that sentimental and practical value are king where [...]

Niki from Free 2 Be Frugal tagged me to participate in this “get to know the writer” game. I normally don’t do MeMes, but Niki is so great that I can’t say no! Everyone reading this, please consider yourself tagged if you want to be!
 

 
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Strengthening Your Marriage Through Acts of Service

If you look back at socio-economic stereotypes of women as wives throughout the 1900s, we see distinct shifts in the viewpoints of our society as a whole. The early 1900s show us women who were little more than property, disenfranchised, and valued little. Look forward to the 1950s and [...]

Living a frugal life doesn’t have to be boring for your family. Your kids shouldn’t feel deprived because you’re not jetting out the movie premieres at the theater every weekend! You can find great free and low-cost entertainment in your community if you just look for it. Our weekend was fun-filled and filled with freebies [...]

Haircut solution for wiggly infants and toddlers:

Have a swingset? Use the bucket (baby/child) swing in your own backyard for a perfect haircut seat! Your child will be facing away from you and hopefully more interested in looking around your yard than in trying to see what you’re doing! It’s hard to squirm out of, since [...]