Keeping to a Budget
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Speaking of Eating Organic - and Budget
Asked by T.K. from Dallas
on May 8, 2012
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I've been really trying to be more mindful of what we eat. I watch out for the whole dirty dozen when I can. I do the vinegar wash on everything. I try to buy organi...
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- We have a garden. Cheap, organic, we plant what we like and our kids get to learn about food. It's not huge, but we pack a lot into it.
- Another healthy, money saving option is buying in bulk. If you have a health food or co-op store nearby you can usually get all kinds of staples there, flour, oats, b...
- Your local grocery store most likely carries organic products. We use Publix which is based here in Florida and they have a nice variety of organic products. Target do...
Holidays on a Budget.... Does This Sound Cheap?
Asked by R.D. from Richmond
on November 9, 2010
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I asked my brother what he wanted for Christmas, and he said 'a personalized calendar'... I was like HUH?. Background, before my godfather died, my godmother used to p...
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- Wonderful gift! I don't think this is cheap at all, in fact what a wonderful way to carry on a family tradition. I would definitely include something from you (and m...
- not sure what your budget it but costco and many other photo sites have photo calendars you can make for about $15 - $20. You can personalize the photos, add birthda...
- I think its a great idea! Xmas christs should be more personalized!
Setting Chrismas Budget
Asked by K.W. from Springfield
on November 18, 2008
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I haven't seen to many grandma's on here, but needing advise on Christmas giving. I am needing to cut back this year on what I do for ALL my family. Now that I have gr...
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- Hi K. - My parents have 15 grandchildren, and now do $20 gifts. My inlaws have 8 grandchildren, and do $25 gifts. We generally pick the gifts that our children wa...
- These are all great ideas. You can also make your money go a lot further by checking out websites like DealsofAmerica.com and slickdeals.net. All the retailers are cut...
- Okay, one more response to you, K.. Keep the spending limit within your budget. I know some people just like to give gifts, but they don't have to be expensive one...
What Should I Do on a Low Budget 1St Birthday?!?!
Asked by D.T. from Daytona Beach
on September 4, 2007
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I was wondering if any other moms have ideas on how to throw a b-day party for your one year old. I know he wont remember it but i will in the future. If you have any ...
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- Chuck E. Cheese (If you happen to konw at least about 5 or 6 other children. It;s fun for kids and parents. Even if your little one is too little to do alot. It's wort...
- A picnic at a neaby park and a visit to the zoo with a couple of playmates would probably be right up his alley.
- Hey! We were blessed to have a nice back yard for my son's first birthday. So we just blew up a $10 kiddie pool and my husband made a home-made slip and slide (wit...
Help with Grocery Budget
Asked by J.C. from Detroit
on April 14, 2009
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I would like to try and trim down the amount we spend on groceries per month. Right now we spend about $500 per month on groceries. This doesn't include non-food ite...
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- If you go to YouTube and search on "Cooking with Clara" you'll find some great videos on Depression era cooking. Clara is 95 years old, a delight to watch as she talk...
- Angel Food Ministries offers a great program where anyone on any budget can buy a great quantity of food for $30 once a month at my church in Waterford. If you google...
- it sound like a lot of money for just 3 people and one of them is just 2. but on the other hand if you are buying healthy food there is not much more you can do. we ar...
How Do You Afford Organic on a Budget?
Asked by K.E. from Reading
on February 8, 2008
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I'd like to see my family eat healthier and preferrably chemical/antibiotic free. We have a friend whose daughter has juvenile RA and the only thing that helped her w...
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- We are members of a CSA out of Reeders called Trailhead CSA. I was able to enjoy great produce for the entire growing season and we're still eating some organic beef ...
- I don't know how much help this is...but I know there are lists of foods that are broken down by: "must be" organic, "should be" organic and "it doesn't really matter"...
- I have 3 suggestions - see if there is a food cooperative in your area that you can join - these often offer organic produce at a discounted price. In return for joini...
Is It Possible on a Very Low Budget??
Asked by A.C. from Pittsburgh
on June 29, 2007
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My husband and I would love to eat healthy, but it seems like healthy food is incredibly expensive! With me not working (because of my 6 month old), things are extrem...
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- two words, weight watchers!!!!
- A. I am so with you on this one. We have been doing WW but it to eat healthy is soo expensive I said to my hubby no wonder people are over weight who can afford to ea...
- We get some of our food from Angel Food Ministries. It is a program to help people get food for low amounts. Here is their website: http://www.angelfoodministries.co...
Help Ladies. I'm on a Tight Budget but Want to Make V-day Special for Him!!
Asked by H.S. from New York
on February 12, 2008
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My boyfriend and I have been together for nearly 3 years. The very first Valentine's Day was so far the best. He gave me 2 dozen long-stem roses. I thought it was very...
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- Since this is your first weekend alone i completly understand that you wanna make it special. I am a mother of two lil ones 20mos and 4mos and this is my husband and I...
- I have a way to combine all of these suggestions. For starters make his favorite meal, or something that you had at the most memorable date, be it the first or what ev...
- What about cooking for him and having a candlelight dinner. You could put on music and have dancing right in your house. Dinner could be as simple as salad and pasta...
Bra Makeover on a Budget
Asked by D.D. from Kansas City
on April 21, 2008
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Okay, just finished breastfeeding (for the third time) and I have no bras that fit. I'm not quite back to my goal weight so I don't want to spend a bundle. Any sugge...
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- D., I'm in the same boat. I just quit nursing and I still have weight to loose. I went to Walmart and purchased about three underwire (gray, pink, white) bras from ...
- try Marshalls. or other discount places in town.
- Catch either the Kohls or JC Penney sales. Buy 2, get 1 free! JC Penney will also fit you at no charge. L.
How Much Should We Budget for a Hospital Birth?
Asked by K.M. from Phoenix
on November 18, 2010
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We are budgeting for 2011 and our FSA contributions which will include the birth of our baby. If anyone is willing to share, I'm looking for the basic cost of a vagina...
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- Definitely call the hospital as well as your insurance company to get accurate numbers. When my first child was born, I had an uneventful delivery. The only "bells and...
- I have not had a baby in 6 years. This question may sound silly. Does insurance not cover births anymore? I don't remember having to pay anything to have my four. ...
- When we found out about our #3, I had to do an apples to appanges (apple oranges) comparison between the hospital (my husband choice) we delivered our first 2 at vs a ...
