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20 Ways to Save on Back To School Clothing & Supplies

Hey There! Disclaimer: This blog post contains  affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you use these links to make a purchase. You won't be charged extra. We're reaching the end of summer! If you have kids and haven't already started, it's time to start back to school shopping! So to help you save a little money in the process, I've put together a list of all the ways you can save on clothes and school supplies. 1. Make a list! Before you even head to the store or open your browser, make a list of everything your child(ren) will need clothing wise to start the school year. Having a list helps keep you on track to avoid over spending on items that aren't needed. 2. Make a budget! Create a budget and stick to it! This will help you save money and avoid over spending. 3. Shop during your states tax free weekend! If you're one of the lucky states, you'll have an the opportunity to to shop for certain items without having to ...

5 Things I wish I Knew Before I Started Breastfeeding

Hey there!  Disclaimer: This blog post contains  affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you use these links to make a purchase. You won't be charged extra. When we had our first daughter, I struggled hard for 6 months to make breastfeeding work- and failed . That's a story for another day though. When we had our second daughter, I was dead set on making it work.  Before baby arrived, I did a lot of research. Read books, read articles and even asked questions during my ob appointments. And while I made it work (18 months strong), there where still some things I wish I had known prior to starting the journey that I'll share today. 1 . Before the baby is even born, download a breastfeeding app on your phone. They help you track which side you last fed on, duration, when you pumped and how much you pumped. Some apps even have communities where you can connect with other moms. It's totally worth it!  My suggestion is Glow Baby. It's ...