My oldest daughter just started kindergarten and I’m quickly realizing school is going to be more expensive than I’d anticipated. Though I was ready for some expenses, like clothes, lunches, and supplies, others – like the classroom cleaning supplies and tissues – caught me by surprise. Here are the ways I’ve been trying to keep […]
My son just started his junior year of high school, and although I have plenty of time to make a decision, I’m already contemplating what I want to give him for a graduation present in a few years. Television shows and movies tend to exaggerate what teens get from their parents for high school graduation. […]
I wouldn’t call my daughter a picky eater exactly. She has always been great about eating fruits and vegetables, but it was always on her terms. She would rather just play than actually sit and eat. What’s worst, she used her hunger as a bedtime stalling tactic many times in the past. Her eating preferences […]
You want to protect your children from all that you can as a parent – kidnapping, bullies, diseases, and even hurt feelings. However, you might not be aware of the risk of child identity theft. Children are a target for identity theft because they have a clean slate. Plus, it can take years before the […]
When your preteen daughter asks you if she may go to the mall with her friends, there are two possible answers. Possible answer #1: “Of course you may, honey! Have fun!” Possible answer #2: “No way! I don’t want you to develop the bad habit of recreational shopping.” Dilemma.
Around six months ago, I declared I was going to “unspoil” my kids. My kids are pretty well-behaved, but I wanted to start teaching them about responsibility and the value of a dollar. Even though my kids are young – three and five – I’ve still found some ways to start instilling financial responsibility in […]
