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GOT DOWNTIME WAITING FOR YOUR KIDS IN THE CAR?

As a parent of school aged children—we’ve all been there. You’re either in the car line waiting for the school bell to ring or at your child’s soccer practice. You’re stuck in the car with nothing planned to pass the time and a cell phone running out of battery. Listen up fellow parents, this is prime time to take care of some neglected business or make the most of your downtime. Here are some top tips to pass the time while waiting for your kids. With a little pre-planning, the kids’ practice times can become your best friend!

The Do’s and Don’ts of Supporting Your Friend Who Has Breast Cancer

When a woman finds out she has cancer, the news can be heartbreaking. A roller coaster of fear, anxiety, and sadness can overwhelm her both physically and emotionally. Her friends and family, however, face their own dilemma regarding the situation. How can I help? Do I stay close or give her space? What does she really need?

5 Mom Hacks that Will Change Your Life

You’ve heard the saying “Moms know everything.” And the truth is, you probably do know a lot. Between cooking, cleaning, working, and taking care of the kids, you’ve picked up a trick or two that makes getting the job done easier and faster. Learning something new never hurt anyone though, and you probably haven’t heard about these under-the-radar life hacks. From beauty tips to health tricks, these five pieces of advice are ones you’re going to want to write down, save on your computer, and share with your fellow moms.

12 Simple Ways to Save Money (Even When You’re Broke)

Money makes the world go round – we get it. But when you’ve got no disposable income the world turns a bit stagnant and life gets stressful… like, really stressful. You might find it impossible to save money, especially if pinching pennies is new to you or if you think the words “broke” and “savings” cannot logically belong in the same sentence. To help get the ball rolling, follow our helpful tips to get your bank account out of the red and back in black in no time.

We Are Too Busy for Happiness

“How are you?” A friend eagerly asks. “I’m good, I’ve been so busy!” You reply,…