On Food Stamps and Designer Jeans
Have you ever seen that mom wearing designer jeans and heels in front of you at the grocery store with two tiny kids in tow? The one who you don't look twice at, until she pulls...
I love this time of year. The flowers, the longer days, the smell of soil and mulch as gardens go in. I’m waking up before my alarm and feeling much lighter as the vestiges of S.A.D. slip away. Perhaps...
Like most parents out there with young children, our refrigerator is full of birthday invitations. Sometimes our weekend days consist of juggling at least two birthday parties while wrangling our everyday family and household responsibilities, spending time with one...
Anyone who knows me, knows I love all things Costco. When we became a family of 5 three years ago, we started doing our weekly grocery shopping exclusively shopping at Costco. Most weeks you will find me at the...
10 Ways I Stopped Spending Too Much Money on Groceries {Part 1}
If you cut your grocery bill by just $10 a week, that’s $520 you can save a year. For some families, that’s just fun money. For others, it’s...
There is one thing that all moms can agree on: meal planning is necessary in order to get a healthy, home cooked meal on the table instead of take out every night. Meal planning is also an essential way...
New Orleans Mom is designed for families who live, work and play in New Orleans. Our hope is that the dozens of guides we have created for enjoying life in New Orleans with kids will make your worlds a...
Last month I gave you several tips to get ready for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I also promised that I would remind you and explain the programs that you should sign up for with a little more detail....
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A few years ago we made a big decision in our household :: to go cable free.
Our very busy schedules, desire to reduce our household costs, and the introduction of a little black box, one that would stream...
I always cringe when I hear someone say: "Money is too tight, I can't give anything this year." If you're reading this, likely on an electronic device, chances are very good that if you moved some things around or...
Carnival season is around the corner, and it's time to pull out the beads, glitter, tulle and paints, and get creative for the upcoming Mardi Gras season! Today I am sharing a few, simple DIY projects to get you in...
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‘Tis the Season(ing) :: Budget-Friendly Spice-y Holiday Gifts
If you made it through that punny title, thank you. Glad you're here!
We are approaching that time of year when thinking of my list of people...
Every year, when September rolls around, I start CRAVING cooler weather. It is like a part of me is just yearning for a light, crisp breeze so that I can open my windows and wear a pair of jeans...