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What to give Mom when you’re all grown up

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This annual Mother's Day or Christmas or birthday conversation is so predictable it's aggravating: “Mom, what can I get you?” "Oh, I don't need anything!"She means it. Most mothers really don’t need anything. But handing her an overpriced store-bought card and saying “Thank you for being my … [Read more...] about What to give Mom when you’re all grown up

12 free or cheap Mother’s Day gift ideas that cost little or no money

The value of a Mother’s Day gift is not how much you spend. It’s the time you take to prepare it, the thought you put into doing something that speaks to your mom, and the love you put into the gift. A perfect Mother’s Day gift doesn’t even have to be a tangible item, and it doesn’t have to cost you … [Read more...] about 12 free or cheap Mother’s Day gift ideas that cost little or no money

Teacher Appreciation Week deals and freebies 2025

Teachers don't always get the recognition they deserve. They take care of and educate our kids, work long hours often for little pay and have been known to reach into their own pockets to help a student or improve their classroom.While educators should get accolades year-round, National Teacher … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Week deals and freebies 2025

Mother’s Day freebies and deals 2025

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Treat Mom to a meal out on Mother's Day on May 11, 2025 without breaking the family budget. Lower the bill by taking advantage of one of the many Mother's Day freebies or deals. To celebrate moms everywhere, many restaurants and businesses are offering Mother's Day specials and discounts. … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day freebies and deals 2025

Chuck E. Cheese’s 2025 Summer Fun Pass offers big value, family fun and unlimited visits

There's nothing cheesy about saving money, especially for families looking for summer entertainment on a budget. And kids love Chuck E. Cheese because it serves one of their favorite foods — pizza! However, most of all, they love all the games, prizes and fun, in between taking bites of … [Read more...] about Chuck E. Cheese’s 2025 Summer Fun Pass offers big value, family fun and unlimited visits

Cheaper egg decorating ideas for family fun

Easter is just around the corner, and you know what that means—it’s time to get creative with egg decorations! And this year, with egg prices double and triple what they normally are, it's time to think outside the box on egg decoration substitutes. Let’s think outside the shell and explore … [Read more...] about Cheaper egg decorating ideas for family fun

Swoop in for freebies and fun on Free Comic Book Day 2025 on May 3

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's FREE Comic Book Day! And, this year, they're celebrating more than 20 years of the annual celebration and giveaway. FREE Comic Book Day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when participating comic book specialty shops across … [Read more...] about Swoop in for freebies and fun on Free Comic Book Day 2025 on May 3

April Fool’s Day pranks parents can play on their kids

Why let kids have all the fun? These April Fool's Day pranks are for parents to play on their kids - and are certain to provide harmless pranks and fun! Remember that this is all about having a silly good time, cheaply and frugally, with messes that are easy to clean up! Photo … [Read more...] about April Fool’s Day pranks parents can play on their kids

POGO Pass Spring savings event – explore and save!

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One Year of Fun for One Price. Choose from 10 different cities to explore yourself or to give a special gift! This would be a perfect gift idea for experiences for family fun for Easter, Christmas, birthdays, summer fun, spring break - and more! And where else are you going to find this … [Read more...] about POGO Pass Spring savings event – explore and save!

How to choose the best cloth diapers for baby

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Cloth diapers aren’t the same as those your mom or grandma wrestled with years ago. They’ve evolved, and if you’re jumping into cloth diapering—whether to save cash or go green—you’ve probably noticed the insane variety: tons of styles, materials, and fasteners. Be sure to always do your own … [Read more...] about How to choose the best cloth diapers for baby

Low-cost St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids

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Are you looking for fun St. Patrick's Day activities for the kids? Now is the time to let them be creative and have fun. You'll love this list of frugal, fun ideas—perfect for all ages! With its emphasis on drinking and debauchery, St. Patrick’s Day can seem like a holiday more suited … [Read more...] about Low-cost St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids

25+ best staycation ideas for frugal families

If you'd rather not spend school breaks or time off work spending lots of money, why not stay in your city instead of jetting off to an exotic location? A staycation is your chance to visit fun attractions in your own area, or to do all the activities you never have time to do during the … [Read more...] about 25+ best staycation ideas for frugal families

Free movies and tv shows online

If you’re tired of paying for subscriptions but still want to relax with entertainment, we’ve got your back. This post gives you tons of family-friendly options without the high price tag. Save that money for other splurges in life - not on TV shows and movies! And don’t worry, we’re … [Read more...] about Free movies and tv shows online

Fun snow activities for kids

Parts of the country are covered in snow right now, and caregivers are looking for some fun activities for the kids to do on a snow day. Of course, there's sledding and snowman building, but if you're looking for something a little different, I've found several fun things to do in the … [Read more...] about Fun snow activities for kids

How to teach your kids about budgets

Money doesn’t grow on trees, but teaching kids how to budget can plant the seeds for financial smarts. Whether it’s managing their allowance or saving for a new toy, kids can learn the value of a dollar—and how to stretch it—through hands-on lessons and simple tools. Let’s dive into how you can turn … [Read more...] about How to teach your kids about budgets

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