Wondermom Wannabe

Helping moms raise happy, healthy families and have fun doing it.

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You know you should have an emergency fund but might struggle with actually saving for one. In today's post, I share my super simple (and effective) strategy for creating your emergency fund. http://bit.ly/2fk8eSq

How to Create an Emergency Fund

Special thanks to TD Bank for sponsoring today's post. I'm grateful to the Mom It Forward Blogger Network for connecting me with brands that benefit my family and my readers' families. You've probably heard that you …

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Grab this Free Printable Year in Review For Kids for the kids to fill out at the end of each year. http://bit.ly/2f3Ov72

Free Printable Year in Review For Kids

Today I'm sharing a free printable Year in Review for kids. This is a great memento to keep in their keepsake box to look back on in years to come. I love the forms that my kids …

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Pick up a box Kleenex® Brand ft. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story designs tissues and make this night light in just a few minutes! It's a great way to bond with your kids and gives you an opportunity to since you need to use up all those tissues to empty the box! http://bit.ly/2fDfTfJ

DIY Star Wars Night Light

This DIY Star Wars night light is not only super easy to make, but also really inexpensive! This project only takes 3 items and costs less than $2. Even better, most of that cost is …

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Encourage an attitude of generosity and positivity in your children this holiday season with this random acts of kindness calendar designed with acts they can do on their own. - http://bit.ly/2eJqpAC

Random Acts of Kindness Christmas Calendar for Kids

Last year a random acts of kindness Christmas calendar showed up in my Facebook news feed. I really liked the idea of doing something kind each day leading up to Christmas. I also thought this …

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Are you convinced your kids have to come first in order for you to be a good mom? I have a different opinion. There are plenty of reasons you SHOULDN'T put your kids first.

Why You Shouldn’t Put Your Kids First

Society tells you that you should put your kids first. Parents who don’t are considered selfish, even negligent. If you want to raise your children to be capable adults with healthy relationships, you need to re-evaluate …

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Where you live plays a huge role in your family's happiness. Check out my tips for what to look for in a community to find the right place for your family. (sponsored)

How to Choose the Right Family Community

Special thanks to Embrey Mill for sponsoring today's post and for creating a shining example of the ideal family community. Choosing the right family community is one of the best ways to ensure your family's happiness. The …

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Love pumpkins? You won't want to miss this pumpkin-themed edition of http://bit.ly/2eDcywj

Pumpkin Palooza - Recipes, Crafts and Ideas

Fall weather has inspired pumpkin palooza in my home. A few weeks ago I shared my pumpkin-themed shopping spree that resulted in a new recipe for a healthy pumpkin pie dip. Today I'm excited to …

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Get ready for holiday shopping with these money saving tips! http://bit.ly/2egyhXO

Money Saving Tips

We had a bit of a family crisis in December, which coupled with holiday shopping, left us financially strapped heading into the New Year. I’ve been going through our budget to find areas where we …

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Do You Know What Steps to Take After a Car Accident? Find out here - http://bit.ly/2fduq1P from Capital One

Do You Know What Steps to Take After a Car Accident?

My teen daughter was T-boned this summer and we quickly learned what steps to take after a car accident. You can get back on the road safely, confidently, and affordably if you follow a few …

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Don't throw out those pumpkin seeds! Make this yummy snack instead. http://bit.ly/2e3JcEg

Cinnamon Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Making cinnamon roasted pumpkin seeds after we carve our pumpkins is a Fall highlight in my home. This sweet, crunchy snack is a family favorite. Plus, it's a great way to get even more value …

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Stress-Free Thanksgiving Tips so you can enjoy the feast rather than sweat over it! http://bit.ly/2eq902u

Stress-Free Thanksgiving Tips

If you want to enjoy the holidays season more, these stress-free Thanksgiving tips will help. Nothing ruins a family holiday more than a mom who is frazzled and upset. Given the choice between a happy family and …

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Help your teen kids and their friends enjoy their time together (not staring at their phones) w/ these teen games. http://bit.ly/2dqWcY5

Fun Games for Teenagers

Despite what you might believe, there are plenty of games for teenagers you'll approve and they'll enjoy. If you're like me, you prefer to have the teens hang at your house so that you know …

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Do you have a tough time getting your kids to eat vegetables? Here's help! http://bit.ly/2e1cipt

How to Get Your Kids to Eat Vegetables

Many moms struggle with how to get your kids to eat vegetables. We want our families to be healthy and nutrition is a major aspect of health. I like to think I’m a healthy eater, and …

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Follow these Credit Card Best Practices to avoid debt and build your credit. http://bit.ly/2dnlIIO

Credit Card Best Practices

  One of the secrets to managing your finances is to abide by credit card best practices. If you follow these rules for credit card use, you'll be able to stay in control of your family's …

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The Easiest Discipline System for Kids That Actually Works - No yelling! No nagging! http://bit.ly/2dcj3H3

The Easiest Discipline System for Kids That Actually Works

One of the biggest challenges for parents is finding a discipline system for kids that actually works. If you've struggled with this, I have great news. Years ago I discovered the easiest discipline system for …

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Do you have trouble getting everything you need to do done? Try one (or more) of these 10 tips. http://bit.ly/2cN2bpW

10 Ways to Get More Done Every Day

Let’s be honest.  Who among us doesn’t want a clean and well-organized home?  If our house isn’t always in this condition, our problem isn’t a lack of desire.  Instead, we lack the time and energy …