Budget: Myself, Lauren

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How Do You Build a Decent Wardrobe with a Tight Budget?

I was looking at my wardrobe the other day and my how I could use some new items -something w/color, pizzazz, even some new basic brown and black pants would be nice. Items that are classic and stylish at the same time. I am all for shopping the sale racks or even thrift stores. However, how do I know what looks good on me? How do I not feel guilty about buying something for myself when we have a lot to take care of financially? I always think...oh, my daughter could use a new pair of shoes or we need to buy groceries or something else...

Career

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Feedback on Pediatricians - Either Dr. Lauren Crosby or Dr. Peter Waldstein?

Hi friends, I am trying to choose a pediatrician and I am due on Monday. We met with both Dr. Waldstein and Dr. Crosby (based on recommendations from our docs and others). Does anyone have any first-hand experience to share on either doctor to help maybe steer us in the right direction? Thanks in advance and best wishes, J.

Work

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Need Advice on Finding a Job to Do from Home

I'm currently pregnant with a third child and my husband and I agreed that after the baby was born in July that I would become a SAHM. My mother is moving in with us and splitting the rent so that money won't be too much of a factor. I currently work at a baby/toy store but everyone's hours are getting cut drastically since our sales are so low coming out of season. I'm lucky to get 16hrs a week. Needless to say that the job isn't even worth it but for extra things when we need it, such as birthday presents. I'm trying to get a jump on...