Mom's Messy Miracles: Friday 5
Showing posts with label Friday 5. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Friday 5. Show all posts

July 11, 2014

Tips for Taking a Baby and a Toddler to the Movies

This week was our first adventure to the movie theater with both boys. Charlie went once with me when about 2 years ago. He did pretty well then, but that was just the two of us. This time we had Owen!

If you’re thinking about taking your baby and toddler to the movies, these tips are for you!

Movie Theater Tips with a Baby and Toddler

June 13, 2014

5 Apps That Will Save You Money

This post contains affiliate links.

I’m a couponer. Honestly, I’m one of those “crazy” couponers that have enough shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant to last us a few years. However, it can be overwhelming. Many people do not want to bother with the time and energy it takes to do all of that clipping and comparing and whatnot that it takes to “coupon”.

Smartphones have made it so easy for everyone to get a slice of the “money-saving” pie.

5 Apps to save Money

If you haven’t heard of these yet, go check them out and see what works for you.

May 16, 2014

5 Reasons Mommy Might Be Crying Today

 

  1. My potty-training toddler, Charlie, pooped in his underwear.
  2. Mommy stepped on a toy.
  3. Charlie doesn’t want a nap.
  4. Mommy wants a nap.
  5. A movie, show, random you tube video. You name it and I probably cry these days.

April 4, 2014

5 Tips for Shopping Consignment Sales

It’s that time of year for Spring Consignment Sales! For our family, we LOVE shopping our local consignment sales.

Consignment shopping tips

At any consignment sale, please check all items for stains, tears, and excessive wear.

 

1. Know Sizes

At seasonal sales, you’ll be limited to the upcoming season. Know what sizes your child(ren) will wear through that season. I also suggest shopping a size up just incase there is a growth spurt during the season. Don’t forget about knowing how much they weigh, this comes in handy for things like swim floaties and suits.

My area also has an “All-Season” sale. This is when I can stock up on the next season. Write down ahead of time what sizes you think your child(ren) will wear during each season so you can keep that in mind while shopping ahead a season.

March 7, 2014

Dads Can Help with Breastfeeding

Project: Breastfeeding inspired this week’s Friday 5. If you haven’t heard of Project: Breastfeeding, go check out the website or their Facebook.

How Dad Can Help With Breastfeeding

 

Be Her Cheerleader

Breastfeeding is really hard. Everyone seems to talk about it like it is the most natural thing in the World. It is natural for our bodies to breastfeed, but it takes quite a bit of learning and practice before you have it down. Mom will definitely remember that Dad was her biggest supporter during the struggles.

February 28, 2014

Friday 5: Dr. Seuss Party

 

In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday on March 2nd, I thought I’d make this week’s Friday 5 post about Dr. Seuss.

For Charlie’s 1st birthday, I went all out Seuss style! Here’s 5 pictures from his party:

Dr Seuss 1st Birthday

I ordered these awesome plates and tablecloth from Birthday Express.

February 21, 2014

5 Tips for Selling at a Consignment Sale

I believe it’s crazy to spend full price on anything, especially baby and kids’ clothing and gear. They grow out of everything so quick, that used items are often in near perfect condition.

We sell at a big consignment sale twice a year. It’s a great way to make some money and get rid of the outgrown children’s items in your house. For us, it’s usually just a trade-up. We make money selling our old items and spend about the same getting new items that we need.

Tips for Selling at Consignment Sales

If you’re interested in making some money at your next consignment sale, these tips are for you:

February 7, 2014

Five Facts About CHD

Today is the first day of Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week. Charlie is 1 in 110 born with a CHD.



1. CHDs are the most common birth defects. CHDs occur in almost 1% of births.

2. CHDs are as common as autism and about twenty-five times more common than cystic fibrosis.