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Laundry Detergent
Asked by J.M. from San Francisco
on May 6, 2008
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Hi Moms,
I'm trying to make better ecological choices. I've tried Method laundry soap. It didn't take out the basic dirt marks that seem to be on the majority of my ...
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- Hi, I like Trader Joe's powder detergent for the laundry- it works well. For dishes with coffee, tea and food stains, I sprinkle some baking soda, then a bit of wat...
- Hi J., we've had great results with Seventh Generation both for clothes and dishes though there are other brands out there that also work well. I also use Ecocover no...
- My friend uses products from Melaluca and LOVES them! I have info on the company if you would like it.
Help Creating List of Healthful Products
Asked by C.J. from Chicago
on April 27, 2008
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I have been trying to cut down on time spent in the Grocery store. So I have been slowly trying to put together a list of brands that give you the most bang for your b...
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- Shopping at Trader Joe's in nice because NOTHING in the store has High Fructose Corn Syrup and their prices are cheap.
- Hi C. J It would be my pleasure to add to your list some exclusive wellness products you won't find anywhere else. Products you can try and if you don't like them ...
- Hi C., I had saved your question from April because I was just getting started investigating high fructose corn syrup. I now know it is something I need to try an...
Seeking Grocery Advice
Asked by D.J. from Phoenix
on October 23, 2008
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I would love to know what you wonderful mothers think that a reasonable grocery bill is these days here in the valley, maybe in dollars per person? Right now we are sp...
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- One great source for bread is Alpine Valley Bakery on Southern west of Country Club in Mesa. They are only open M-F 9:30-4:00. Their bread is sold at Costco for abou...
- Hi, It sounds like you got a lot of coupon advice, which is great. Also remember that when the other stores arent offering extra coupon stuff, Walmart ad-matches, s...
- Hi D.~ We are not big coupon users (actually don't use them at all). But, we have found that we stay within a budget of about $170-200 per week for a family of 8. We...
Smarter Grocery Shopping in Lynnwood, Washington State Area?
Asked by R.S. from Seattle
on May 3, 2010
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I've been meaning to ask about this when I saw this recent question on grocery shopping. Great topic! I read it and would like to know more about Coupon Sense and Wa...
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- I can't do the coupon thing. It is never what I want to buy or I forget and it expires. I find it odd that so may people say they use coupons AND they buy mostly bulk ...
- R. - I am not familiar with Coupon Sense (although I'll look it up!). It might be similar to the Grocery Game, which I tried but realized I was already doing myself so...
- Hi, I didn't see the article you were talking about regarding grocery shopping.. But I shop at Fred Myer too.. for several reason, convenience, organics and in genera...
Work from Home
Asked by A.V. from Kansas City
on April 3, 2011
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I'm a SAHM of 3 who also watches a friends child during the day. I'd like to have a mindless part-time job I can do in the evening. I don't want to sell anything, more...
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- To the best of my knowledge - there aren't that many TRUE jobs that you can work from home....if you do medical billing - you will need to concentrate and do it right....
- The stuffing envelopes, mindless jobs are SCAMS Don't pay someone so you can work for them. Think outside the box.... Many MLM's and direct sales willl recruit...
- While there are no true stay at home jobs that are ligit I have found a few sites that I earn extra money with and help me by all the neccessities around the house and...
I'm Desperate for Help with My Clingy Toddler.
Asked by M.Q. from Los Angeles
on January 4, 2012
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Hello friends , I'm having a really hard time with DD4 who is 16 mo old. She has stopped sleeping through the night, she's waking up a good 3-4 times now and just wan...
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- She has you figured out. You feel sorry for her or you can't stand the crying. Maybe it's a mix of both or maybe you feel guilty for letting her cry. But it's time ...
- Awe, I'm so sorry! Go put her down for a nap and take a shower and a nap yourself :) Dr. Sears is a child expert and has some wonderful advice on discipline and beh...
- Okay you have a lot going on & a lot of diff issues so here goes: -have her in a high chair w/you while you cook -make sure she eats more during the day to ensure sh...
Ways to Make Money Online
Asked by V.S. from Lima
on March 20, 2011
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I work part time, 24 hours per week. I don't mind my job and plan to come back after baby #3 is born. I would like to contribute more money to the household (mainly be...
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- This isn't a whole lot, but it's not a scam & it's free. I love Swag Bucks!! http://www.swagbucks.com/refer/dealshanna09 You do different things online to earn ...
- I work from home for a loan company. I also know that many debt settlement and credit counseling agencies allow their agents to work from home. Jet Blue and other airl...
- Not really. Most things you find are MLM and direct selling which involve recruiting, selling, etc.. BLAH. The people in my area are sick of all the promos moms ar...
Nausea
Asked by J.S. from San Francisco
on November 2, 2009
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Hello everyone,
I am pregnant with #2, I am 6 weeks along and my nausea is getting worse and worse.
My first pregnancy I was really sick, and don't have the time t...
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- I, too, have been much more ill with this pregnancy than with my first (but there's hope! I have only three weeks to go). Anyway, ginger is a natural remedy, as many ...
- I had the same when pregnant with my second. I tried to eat small meals/ snacks regularly which helped a bit. I also tried a lot of natural remedies that didn't work. ...
- Hi1 I bought a bag of mini peppermint patties and would eat one every so often. It was solid enough to keep something in my stomach and the peppermint helped. I als...
Thank You Gift for Shower Hostesses?
Asked by J.R. from San Diego
on March 10, 2010
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Two friends of mine are throwing a baby shower for me this weekend. I'd like to give them a little something as a thank you, but I was wondering if that was appropri...
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- I think you should bring a simple gift to the shower, AND send a thank you note afterwards. Have fun at your shower!
- A heartfelt, hand written note is always appropriate. Just a thought--how about a gift with a "shower-y" theme---decadent shower gel, loofah and a mani-pedi gift cert...
- I gave the women who hosted my shower a nice candle from a boutique around the corner.
Help! Simple, Tasty Picnic Ideas for Wine Country?
Asked by K.O. from San Francisco
on June 8, 2009
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I am so uninspired and tired and I need your help oh crafty mammas! I have been roped into hosting a casual bday picnic (mine) at a winery for about 12 people. I want...
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- Pasta Salad made with oil, vinegar and olives - simple and it will keep in the heat I just had a strawberry, almond salad at Fresh Choice this week that was really ...
- Cold fried chicken is yummy and easy at picnics or wraps(tortillas with cream cheese, turkey, lettuce, sprouts, tomato wrapped and then sliced into finger sandwiches)....
- What about those rolled up sandwich wrap things? They sell them at Costco and I think I've seen them at Safeway's deli. They're yummy and you could keep them in a co...
