As many readers know, my first child was premature, having been born at 36 weeks after I was on bed rest for seven weeks with oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid).  While my daughter never spent any time in the NICU, and was completely healthy, I know that other babies are not as lucky.
This month, November, is [...]

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A few years ago, a group of my friends got together and purchased packages of laser hair removal for themselves (there was some buy one get one half priced deal that they split).  I wished I could participate, but because I pregnant with my son, it obviously wasn’t a good idea.
Fast forward a few years [...]

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One of the reasons why some people abandon their budget is because it seems too rigid, too forced for them to follow.  A good alternative is the concept of flexible budgeting, where you are able to still develop guidelines for spending without specific categories.
For instance, some women want to budget haircuts and colors, but may [...]

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One area of budgeting that always seems to be difficult to plan for is moderate purchases.  Not quite large enough to be considered a major purchase, a moderate purchase may be a new computer, television, gym membership, camera, or any other item in that price range.  It isn’t appropriate for your emergency fund, and is [...]

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Much to my displeasure, we are definitely approaching winter.  If you live in a climate with strong seasonal changes, as I do, then now is the time to change up your beauty/skin care routine for the new season.
First of all, even though it is no longer summer, it’s still important to keep sunscreen in your [...]

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A few months ago, in my first Fix My Budget column, I referenced the importance of financial goals.  Given the latest events in the U.S. economy and stock market, it’s more important than ever to revisit your financial motivation and goals.
This is an exercise that is best completed as a conversation between both you and [...]

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For our second family trip to Walt Disney World, we decided to stay on site again.  It worked out so well the first time.  This time, we wanted to try out a new resort, so after quite a bit of research, we narrowed down our top three choices (Corrado Springs, Wilderness Lodge, Animal Kingdom Lodge) [...]

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While many families know about the benefits of going green, they often assume that it’s a costly initiative.  While some green and organic products are more costly than conventional items, going green can also help you become more frugal.  Being mindful of your consumption, of everything from books and magazines to fuel and gasoline, can [...]

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Before I had kids, I always wore makeup, every single day.  It’s just a part of who I am.  After having my first child, I wanted to retain some of myself, despite the fact that I was exhausted and very, very busy.  Adopting a very modified makeup routine is a great way for a new [...]

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Some people, when putting together their budget, may have noticed that expenses are higher than revenues.  In the past articles, I’ve assumed that revenues were higher than expenses, but there are definitely many cases where the opposite is true.
The most important thing to do is to determine whether or not the situation is long-term or [...]

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