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How Much Do You Spend on Clothing for Your Kids Each Year?
Asked by L.M. from Denver
on March 17, 2012
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I'm just wondering what you spend on clothing for your kids each year? I have a 4 year old boy and 7 year old girl who seem to outgrow most of their clothing every yea...
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- We have not spent much. I have a few friends who have passed down clothes for my son - in fact a few days ago one went through her 7 year olds closet and gave my 5 ye...
- I typically buy clothes from JCPenny or Sears (I like Penny's better mostly) and for underwear, socks, pj's I go to Walmart or Target and shoes I buy his MAIN shoe for...
- I also have a 4 year old boy and a 7 year old girl. I seem to spend around $300-$400 total 2 times a year. Once for spring/summer clothes and the other time for fall a...
Im a Fashion Mess! I Need Help!!!
Asked by S.F. from Columbia
on December 5, 2011
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So I have really let myself become a fashion mess! I used to work in retail but even then I wasn't all the way with it and now that I have been a SAHM for 2 years I re...
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- I can understand your problem. You can consult to someone or just have a look to catalogs and choose the one which suits you best.
- I bought a bunch of pretty scarves to wear with my t shirts and jeans. Almost every time I wear one, I get compliments on how nice I look. It's funny because I'm wea...
- I have a personal shopper at White House Black Market and when something comes in that she knows is "me" I go check it out. I hate shopping and she really helps m...
Stroller for 3Yr Old and Baby
Asked by R.R. from Los Angeles
on March 1, 2010
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I am going to be in need of a new stroller as I am due with my 2nd child this summer! My son will be 3 by the time the baby is born and I'm wondering what you moms out...
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- I have the Joovy ultralite Caboose, and love it! My son is now 4 and 3 months, and my daughter is 11 months. My son loves to run around and then just climb into the ...
- I have the Joovy and love it. It steers well and gives the older child the opportunity to sit if tired. The only down side is that it is very large when folded.
- I have a 23 month old and a 2 month old. I recently purchased the Joovy Ergo stroller and love it. Right now, the 23 month old sits in the front seat and the infant ...
Work from Home Companies?
Asked by D.W. from Providence
on August 3, 2010
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I recently resigned from my job to stay home with my son, and am looking for a way to supplement my income at home, like by doing typing, etc. I have seen ads for lot...
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- speaking from someone who has tried a LOT of work at home stuff, there is a lot that you have to consider. First of all, a work at home job does not pay the same as a ...
- Although I work full time, I have recently partnered with Work At Home United. It is great. They help you build your own business on your time...but you don't have t...
- Hi D., Many people are looking for a "plan B" with the way our economy has suffered. More and more women are staying home to raise their children, and I am one on the...
Hard Wood Floor or Slate in Kitchen?
Asked by C.S. from Minneapolis
on August 27, 2009
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Hello,
We are about to embark on a kitchen remodel and I am trying to decide on flooring. Our house is 1917 home in South Minneapolis with beautiful original woodw...
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- Of the two, I'd definitely go with wood. But have you looked at cork or marmoleum? Cork has a lot of resilience so it's easier for you to stand on. Marmoleum is na...
- We had ceramic tile in our kitchen when I was growing up - and every time you drop a dish, it breaks. No second chances. (My parents now have slate in a different room...
- we redid our kitchen 2 years ago and had the same issue. we ended up going with marmoleum- after looking at slate, wood, cork, tile, etc. It's earth friendly, easy t...
Are UGGS Worth the Money?
Asked by D.D. from Phoenix
on October 1, 2011
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I have the boots that cost much less money. They do the job as far as keeping my tootsies warm. They don't have much foot support but I don't do tons of walking. Bu...
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- I've never had them. They do look like they'd be nice and comfortable, but I couldn't spend $150 + on a pair of boots, knowing that I could get a pair of shoes for my ...
- My first pair of uggs were awesome, it was before they started outsourcing the production of them in China. My 2nd pair were from China, didnt feel anything like my o...
- I got one pair at value village for $10 and one brand new on ebay for $40, try getting them through other means! They are completely worth it in my opinion, hold up be...
SAHM Jobs
Asked by M.N. from Chicago
on July 31, 2010
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Hi All~
I would like to try and make some money from home. Just a little for spending money. How is everyone creative in doing this? suggestions? I was thinking of tr...
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- Hi M., Here are my suggestions: I do 3 things.. I sell Avon (which I LOVE by the way!). I am an independent distributor for Send Out Cards - an AMAZING syst...
- I do many things from home or around the home. 1) I'm a Mary Kay consultant and make a very decent amount doing that. I have my own website with a virtual makeover ...
- I sell on both Ebay and Etsy. Ebay's search function is much better and listings are picked up by google searches. Their fees are higher and customers tend to have m...
What's Missoni and Can You Take It with You When You Die?
Asked by P.S. from Houston
on September 15, 2011
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Geez, with all the frenzy around Missoni for Target, you think these people are planning to be buried with their coveted Missoni items. I'm so glad I'm not one of tho...
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- I had never heard of this designer/brand/whatever ... and after looking at pictures on their website ... OMG who the hell would wear that stuff? It's downright UGLY .....
- I just have to say, LMAO!
- I've never heard of this. The only thing we got when it was a huge trend were the Zui Zui pets. And that was a big mistake. Those things are junk.
Whats the Best Detergent and Softener to Use in Laundry ?
Asked by A.W. from New York
on January 17, 2010
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I just have a question : whats the best laundry detergent and softener to use for baby's clothes ? My daughter seem to be very sensitive, she is 5 months old.
Thank y...
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- Hi A., I have used Arm and Hammer dye and perfume free since my 3-year-old was an infant. He broke out from regular detergent and never had problems with his skin on...
- I love Seventh Generation Blue Eucalyptus and Lavender. But for my almost 4 month old we use the Seventh Gen Baby laundry detergent. Check out Skin Deep for the hazard...
- Hi A. Sorry your daughter seems so sensitive!! I have children that are sensitive, and the first easy thing to do is to put the clothes through the was a second time ...
Swimmers Ear
Asked by K.C. from New York
on July 8, 2008
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My 4 1/2 yr old daughter is actively swimming now, going underwater etc. I think she has swimmer's ear - ear is painful to the touch, and she cries with pain (usually ...
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- Hi K., Yes swimmers ear is very painful. The drop of alcohol does work. I understand you wanting to avoid the Doctor but an infection could start and for that you need...
- Hi - you can go to CVS and buy drops over the counter specifically for swimmer's ear. I wouldn't put rubbing alcohol in because it could mess up the ear drum and dry ...
- My daughter also gets swimmers ear. Which seems to be caused by water getting caught behind the wax in the ear. If I were you I would go to an ENT. If nothing else ...
