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Baby & Toddler Clothing Clearance As Low As $3

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One of the best ways to save on children’s clothing is to catch it while it’s on sale at the change of seasons. This works great for when the kids are still young enough for you to have an idea of what size they will be next season or even next year. Plus, if you do get the size wrong both baby and toddler clothing sells well.

Save Big On Baby & Toddler Clothing!

Right now you can get Baby & Toddler Clothing Clearance & More from $3 at Walmart.com. Shopping Walmart.com is one of the many ways that I save my family money. By shopping online instead of in stores I am able to see exactly how much money I will be spending before I get up to the cash register to spend it.  You’ll need to hurry in order to get the baby & toddler clothing at such a low price. The prices go back up July 15th.

Not sure that you want to shop discounts to stock up for next year? That’s okay, right now Baby & Toddler Clothing New Arrivals Are As Low As Starting from $4 at Walmart.com

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March Is National Reading Month

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National Reading Month

March is officially “National Reading Month” and we are celebrating with a special Kindle Fire and Christian Book Giveaway. Many of you are busy and perhaps think that you’ll never find the time to read. Yet reading is a great way to reduce stress. By turning off your electronic devices an hour before bed and replacing them with a book, you’ll likely find that you even manage to get a better night’s sleep. As a way to celebrate National Reading Month, Aneko Press would like to give the reader’s of this website a chance to win some christian books, both for adults and children, as well as a Kindle Fire. Details on how to enter are found below

At Aneko Press — Our Readers Matter!

As a matter of fact, it’s our official company motto. We care about you, and want to put as many good books into your hands, and the hands of those you care about. This is why, we continually offer special discounts on our sidebar, and maintain a bargain books page with discounts you’ll love.

Additionally, we offer many free eBooks (listed here) which require no special device to read. If you have a laptop, PC, phone, or tablet — you can read lots of our books — free of charge. If you enjoy our books, we really appreciate it when you share your thoughts and opinions on the books page — on our site and on Amazon.

New Book Releases – New Giveaway

To celebrate the release of our new books, we have put together a giveaway and freebies for you. Enter with one entry, or use all of the options for more chances to win. Each of these books ultimately points us to the love of Christ. These stories will inspire, inform, and delight as they remind us that amazing things happen when we entrust our life to our loving Father God!

A Life For God by Rabbi Greg Hershberg

Value $22.99 Sale $15.99 To Be Released 3-5-2017

Come, let Messianic Rabbi Greg Hershberg open the Torah and give you glimpses of the incredible love and character of our God. Let him guide you through the greatest commandment as you learn to say “no” to yourself, pick up your execution-stake, and follow the great I AM.

 

The Holy War by John Bunyan

Value $16.99 Sale $11.89

Written four years after The Pilgrim’s Progress, John Bunyan followed up with this second allegorical classic, which has touched hearts and minds of readers for generations. The epicenter of this book is the town of Mansoul, its people (such as Conscience, Self-Denial, and Do-Right), and its gates (Eye-gate, Ear-gate, Mouth-gate, Nose-gate, and Feel-gate).

 

Addicts at the Cross by Larry Skrant

Value $15.99 Sale $10.99

Addicts at the Cross takes a bold, unabashed stance in believing that what the Bible says is true. If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. This encouraging book is for all people to discover 9 Steps to the Cross! See Freebie below.

 

Easter Lilly by Frank Ellis

Value $17.99 Sale $12.59

Hardcover Edition

Easter Lilly is written from a young girl’s perspective of Jesus Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. Fully illustrated, hardcover edition.

 

Kindle Fire & Christian Books

Kindle Fire Tablet with eBooks from the giveaway

Value $105.49

Total Value $203.85

 

 

 

 

Freebie

Includes a special discount code to save 40%, 9 Steps to the Cross bookmarks, a frame worthy printable and cards to use and to giveaway to others as a means of sharing God’s love.

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30 Free Ways To Have Fun With The Kids This Weekend In Georgia

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Living in the state of Georgia is a financial blessing, it’s not difficult for my family to find free ways to have fun with the kids each weekend. In addition to the many ways to have fun there’s also this amazing thing about our weather. Don’t leave me yet, I’ve not gone crazy. You see, we are blessed with hot and humid weather. Don’t see the blessing yet? Y’all, we aint got no snow! We have amazing wildlife here because of that and sometimes that wildlife is an animal! Our kids get to see lizards, snakes, birds, deer and so many other creatures just by playing in their backyards. Georgia may not be one of the most well to do states financially but that’s okay, because we know how to have fun and we want our kids to have fun. We also know how to keep it down to earth and let’s be real, we want our kids to keep good heads on their shoulders. That’s why I’m sharing 30 good ole fashion and free ways to have fun with your kids in the state of Georgia.

Don’t live in Georgia? That’s okay, there’s still plenty of free ways to have fun with your kids also!

30 free ways to have fun with the kids in georgia

30 Free Ways To Have Fun With The Kids This Weekend In Georgia

1.Visit The Local Park

Georgia has taken great pride in it’s many parks over the years. Depending on where you live you may find that you have as many as 5 to 6 parks within just a few miles of your house. This is a blessing. Each park is different, some have swings and slides while others are simply there for baseball purposes. Either way, a park is a great way to start your weekend. The kids will love the fact you thought to take them and your wallet will thank you as well.

2.Go For A Hike

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield is just one of the many places where you can spend your day hiking. Afterwards you’ll be able to enjoy a beautiful view from the top of the mountain and even sit down for a picnic. Of course there’s plenty of fun to be had at the bottom of the mountain as well.

3.Visit A Local Museum

Perhaps you thought that all museums were boring that the kids wouldn’t like them. Think again! Georgia has this real nerdy thing going on, we know that learning needs to be fun. Marietta Fire Museum is one of the coolest small museums that you will ever go to. Best yet, it’s free!

4.Camp In The Back Yard

Do you have a tent? What about a sense of adventure? This is a great way to make memories with the kids, I just hope you don’t freak out before they do!

5. Put On A Fashion Show

No sense of adventure? That’s okay, you can stay inside with the kids and put on a silly fashion show together. The key here, be silly. Silly is fun.

6. Spend Time Coloring Together

Maybe you have an artist at home? Spending time with your child coloring may not seem like a big deal to you, but it could be the best thing you’ve done in a while according to them.

7. Bake and Decorate A Cake Together

Kids love baking and decorating! What better way to have fun this weekend then to pull out that box of cake mix you’ve had in the pantry. Or even the box of brownies, your kids will love you for it and you’ll get to eat the yummy goodness!

8. Take A Class Together

Companies like Michaels and Home Depot each have classes that the kids can take part in. Often times it’s simply a matter of showing up to take them and since they are typically first thing on a Saturday morning it’s not very often that the classes are crowded.

9. Go Fishing

So unless you already have the fishing license and gear this one may actually cost you a hefty amount of money. However, if you do happen to own the gear or know someone who does and you already have a fishing license then this is a wonderful way to spend an entire day making memories with the kids.

10. Have A Hula Hooping Contest

Yep, that’s right. A hula hooping contest! Have you ever had one? Kids love hula hoops and they don’t cost much money at all. See who can keep their hula hoops up the longest. Your kids will think seeing you wiggle your hips to keep that hoop up is the funnies thing ever. They may even be right! 😉

11. Plant A Garden Together

A garden is a gift that keeps on giving back. It’ll be a lot of hard work at first but it’ll be worth it and the entire family will find harvesting the crops to be enjoyable. Not to mention, this is a great way to help a picky eater overcome some of those picky eating habits.

12. Wash The Car

“Hey kids! Want to have some fun? Go clean my car.” Life doesn’t get much sweeter than that, does it?

13. Play With Sidewalk Chalk

Chances are you have a mound of sidewalk chalk collecting at your house. Sit outside together and make some art on your driveway together! Check out these 5 ways to have fun with sidewalk chalk. 

14. Play In The Water

Living in the south is wonderful, we get to play in the water almost all year round! You could pull out the water hose or go to the nearest lake!

15. People Watch

One of the fondest memories I have with my father is the time we sat down together in the mall and watched people as they walked by. We secretly made up conversations based on what it was that we thought they were saying. That’s good cheap fun right there!


16. Window Shop

Speaking of the mall, when was the last time you went window shopping. You may be feeling a little down on yourself for the lack of funds in the bank account but take this time to turn that into some positive memories with the kids. Teach them how to window shop. Don’t let the mood get you down either, this is a great lesson!

17. Ride A Bike

Okay busy momma, when was the last time you got up on a bicycle? Do your kids know how to ride a bike?

18. Visit The Walking Trail

Going to the local walking trail is a great way to stretch the weekend. You could use this time to go on a nature scavenger hunt with the kids or if they don’t know how to ride a bike you could teach them.

19. Get Books From The Local Library

The local library is a financial blessing! There’s story time, lego time, and even movie nights! Check out what your local library has going on, you might even be able to score free tickets to Zoo Atlanta for the entire family!

20. Play baseball

Georgia is full of local baseball fields. Pick a time that you think there’s not a game going on and take the kids. Or, if you are up for watching little league you could even bring them during game time!

21. Play basketball

Do you have a basketball? Take it outside and shoot some hoops. No way to play basket ball where you live? Most local parks have courts that are open to the public.

22. Play Soccer

Georgia even has soccer parks! Of course you don’t need to go to a park to kick a ball around in your back yard.

23. Play Frisbee

Speaking of back yard, have you ever played frisbee with the kids? Now is the time to do so!

24. Visit Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary

Maybe you were hoping for something a little bit more exciting this weekend than just frisbee. Noah’s Ark Animal Sanctuary in Locust Grove has a free self guided tour option!

25. Play In The Fountains At Centennial Olympic Park

I don’t have to tell you where these are do I? Bring the sunblock, a swimsuit and a change of clothes. Don’t forget to get in there with the kiddos!

26. Visit The Fernbank Science Center

Admission to the Science Center is free and so is the parking. There are paid features inside but you can still have plenty of fun here with the kids, for free!

27. Anna Ruby Falls

Georgia has some beautiful water falls, Anna Ruby Falls is just one of many. Located in White County Anna Ruby Falls has free options for the family.

28. The Museum of Aviation

Have you ever been here? The Museum of Aviation is a must see for every Georgia resident! Whether you have young kids, old kids, boys or girls there is something here to entertain the entire family. Even if you did have to pay (which you don’t) this would be a must visit place!

29. Amicalola Falls

Water falls are always breath taking but Amicalola Falls is one of the most awe inspiring ones to visit. Tucked away this waterfall requires a bit of a hike, the good news is they have stairs built in for you!

30. Daunt Trails Nature Center

You may have never heard of Dauset Trails before but thanks to the animals, you’ll soon be calling this hidden treasure one of your favorite places on earth!


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Money Saving Tips For New Moms

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As moms we are always searching for money saving tips because kids can be very expensive. There’s the diapers and wipes, baby hygiene products, doctor visits and more! While you wouldn’t trade your new bundle of joy for anything else in the world having so many added cost to already piling bills such as utilities and the mortgage can at times feel suffocating. The Place For Busy Moms and Frugal Mommas understands the need to balance the budget while still creating peace and harmony at home. That’s one of the many reasons why we’ve chosen to share some of our favorite money saving tips for new moms just like you.

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Money Saving Tips For New Moms

 

Buy Used

There are going to be times when this is not the best option for your little bundle of joy. However, there are plenty of times when buying used is actually the wiser thing to do. For instance, larger toys, you may not be able to afford to buy them new. Your little guy or gal isn’t going to notice the difference. Some toys, such as this excersaucer even have replacement pieces that are sold separately online. We do highly recommend that you clean these used items before you allow baby to play with them though, as that can lead to baby getting sick from unknown germs. Still, one good clean down of gently used toys and you’ll think that they are as good as new.

Stock Up

For the first few months of baby’s life he or she will be outgrowing everything, so we don’t recommend stocking up on items such as clothing and diapers right away. However, once you feel comfortable that baby is at a size that will remain consistent for a while then we do recommend stocking up. For diapers this is usually at size 2, for clothing you may start to notice the change around the 9month although for others the change may not come until about 18 months.  Don’t be discouraged you’ll still have plenty of other things that you can stock up on to say a little extra cash. Wipes are one of those things. You’ll use wipes long after your baby has become a potty trained toddler so when you see wipes on sale they are a great investment.


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Go Generic

While we are on the subject of wipes, there will be some things you may wish to not buy generic. Chances are wipes are something that you’ll want to splurge on a little. We recommend Pamper’s sensitive if you are looking for a truly soft wipe for baby’s bum. Just because you choose to go name brand with baby doesn’t mean that you can’t go generic in other areas of your life though. Perhaps it’s time to try that store brand that has caught your eye?

Free Samples

There’s a post over at FrugalMommas that shares 8 places where you’ll be able to find free samples. It’s worth the read. You see, brands understand that you are low on extra cash right now. They also know that despite being low on extra cash you will still need to buy things for baby and so they are going to do all that it takes to ensure that their name remains a great name in the baby industry. One way that they try to set themselves apart from the rest is by giving out free samples. These days free samples for products usually mean that you have to become a blogger but that’s not the cash for baby products. The baby companies love to share their goodness with everyone to ensure both safety and satisfaction.

Government Assistance

The USDA has a list of phone numbers for every state and the qualifications for those seeking assistance with the WIC Program. Just a clarification here, WIC stands for Women, Infant, Children. Women who are pregnant or nursing can apply for assistance with their grocery bills. A woman can offer ask for help with her infant and children up to a certain age. Check the qualifications for your state to find out if you can apply. For those who do qualify WIC will help take care of certain food items such as milk, eggs, and cheese. These savings add up and really help out overall.

Buy Neutral

Choosing to not find out the sex of your baby? That’s awesome! You’ll save a ton of money and have an amazing surprise on delivery day. Not okay with not finding out? That’s okay, you can save money with natural items as well. It’s okay to get the adorable pink dress with the matching hair bows, we’re not talking about only clothing items here. Actually it’s the larger items that we are talking about. Consider this, are you willing to buy all new baby gear the next go around? If you don’t want your little girl to be in a blue and red dinosaur play pen then maybe go neutral there. Not okay with your son in a pink and purple stroller? Perhaps go neutral there as well.

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KidSafe Sniffle Stopper Essential Oil Blend

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Have you ever used essential oils with your kids?

I used to be a skeptic until they became a necessity around my house. Even after my family had been using them for a while my husband remained skeptical, not sure if they really worked. Well, now he knows better and will often ask me “hey where is that stuff?” referring to essential oils.

I’m not a brand rep and frankly I don’t even know a lot about the many uses of essential oils. Honestly, up until I discovered the KidSafe® line, that kept me back from using them with my children. I was so worried that I would put something on them that burnt or stung. I worried that I would forget to dilute the oils, or that they would get them in their eyes. All these worries really stood in the way of my using the essential oils. I knew people who would put the oils in their water or use them for baking but I was too afraid of using them outside of my diffuser.

That is, until I found the KidSafe® Essential Oil line by Plant Therapy®.

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These amazing essential oils are fantastic! They are pre diluted, which most people would advise against, because saying that you don’t get your bang for your buck. However, as a mom, I find it awesome knowing that the oils are ready to go for my kids.

Not only am I pleased that I can just apply these oils but I’m also pleased that I don’t find my self guessing and wondering what each essential oil is used for because the bottles are labeled clearly for moms to know. As an example, they have one bottle called, No More Warts™, guess what – I don’t have to guess what that essential oil is used for! I know!

Sure, I still use other brands – but not with my kids. I told someone last week that I wasn’t a brand snob but I guess in a way I am because this is the only brand that I will trust using with my kids.

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We even work these oils into our morning routine. My son knows that after he brushes his teeth and takes his vitamin that it’s time for him to roll up his sleeves while I apply the A+ Attention™ oil to his wrists. Before this was part of his morning routine he would come home from school in trouble – EVERY SINGLE DAY! I skipped a day by mistake with him last week and his teacher greeted me at the car during pickup to tell me that he was unusually hyper that day and that he just couldn’t seem to sit still. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing against my son being full of energy and he even thanks God for his energy during his bedtime prayers but it’s so nice seeing him get excited about the things he is learning in school and I know that without the oils in the morning, he probably would’t sit still long enough to even pay attention.

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Melissa & Doug 8-Piece Stainless Steel Pots and Pans Playset for Kids

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The holidays are upon us! For many moms that means fussing and yelling at children to get out of the kitchen. While this may seem sad it’s very true and let’s face it, we’ve all been there. So, if you can’t win them then why not join them? The truth is, kids want to help and while the help may not always be the best it doesn’t hurt to let them atleast try. This Melissa & Doug 8-Piece Stainless Steel Pots and Pans Playset for Kids is a great way to let your little chef show off his or her cooking skills without destroying your casserole in the process. This set of play pots and pans is strong and sturdy so your little love won’t even notice that these aren’t mommy’s favorite pots. Of course, they may soon become your favorite set. 

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