10 Best Stretch Mark Creams For Pregnancy: Clinical Actives vs. Comfort Moisturizers
My belly is more stretch marks than skin thanks to my Ehlers Danlos Syndrome making my skin fragile, combined with pregnancies. I got my first stretch marks even before I was pregnant, and not from being fat either. But for many people, stretch marks during pregnancy aren’t a given, and a good stretch mark cream […]
The Most Cost-Effective Hobbies for Stress Relief and Personal Growth
Having hobbies is great for your mental health. They can help reduce stress, give you something to look forward to, build new skills, and provide a sense of accomplishment. Many people assume that having hobbies requires spending a lot of money, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Some of the best hobbies are […]
How Practical Decision-Making Shows Up in Shared Community Spaces
As someone who is always looking for ways to stretch a dollar, I’ve learned to look beyond the price tag. A purchase that costs less today can end up costing more tomorrow if it breaks easily or requires constant upkeep. That’s true not only in our homes, but also in the schools, churches, and community […]
Cheap Produce and Pantry Staples: My Latest Frugal Grocery Haul
It’s been a while since I’ve done one of these posts, but it’s been requested that I do them more often. I recently went grocery shopping, and nearly everything I bought was on sale, and much of it at terrific prices. So here are the sales and/or frugal items I picked up on my last […]
How Single Parents Can Actually Afford to Buy a Home
As a single mom, I know that my income isn’t high enough to qualify for a mortgage in my country, so I am very grateful that I was able to buy my home while I was still married. I have yet to buy my ex out of his share of the house, but when I […]
Provably Fair Crypto Casino Games: The Frugal Player’s Case for Demanding Proof
As a frugal person, gambling generally isn’t something I’d recommend, since the house is designed to come out ahead in the long run. However, if you choose to gamble anyway, it’s worth making sure the games you’re playing are actually fair. This post explains how provably fair crypto casinos allow players to verify results for […]
Essential Tips for a Successful Family Walking Holiday with Kids
Do you enjoy hiking? There’s really nothing like the great outdoors. Taking your kids on a hiking vacation can be a great amount of fun, but there are some tips and tricks you should keep in mind in order to make it as fun and as stress free a vacation as possible. Read on to […]
Why Getting My Car to Pass the Test Was So Complicated
About 7 months ago I got in a bad car accident on the way to the airport, and it took about a month for the guy’s insurance to fix it. I wrote how my mechanic said it was a total loss because it would cost more to fix it than my car was worth, but […]
Affordable DIY Home Projects You Can Do With Plywood Sheets
Do you like DIY projects as much as I do? For me, there’s not much as fun as getting my hands on a piece of fresh wood, taking out my tools, and getting to work on a project. Plywood is a great type of wood to use for budget DIY projects, since it is easy […]
The Faster Path to Your MSN as a Nursing Parent
Are you a nurse who wants to go for your MSN? Have you considered going on an accelerated track? There’s much to know about that; there are pluses and minuses to doing it that way, especially if you are doing this while raising a family. Read on to learn about the different considerations you should […]